2848 FM 166 Farm to Market Rd, Caldwell, TX 77836

Experience the blend of comfort, style & outdoor living on this 5-acre property w/ game fence for privacy. The custom home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths & 2 half baths, designed for relaxed living & entertaining. Soaring cathedral beams welcome you into the great room; featuring a floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace, rich stained concrete floors & stunning wood finishes. An open living area flows nicely into a spacious kitchen--equipped w/ an enormous island, plenty of counter/cabinet space & a large walk-in pantry behind 2 barn doors. The primary suite offers dual sinks, a deep soaking tub & walk-in shower. Both guest rooms have private baths. A spacious utility room provides space for laundry, a sink and 1/2 bath. Upstairs you'll find the game room w/ rustic bar, a pool table & a balcony walkway to the 2nd living area w/ another 1/2 bath. Step outside to enjoy a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, cozy fire pit, zoned irrigation & beautiful outdoor landscape lighting—ideal for gatherings day or night. Additional improvements include a private cottage for storage, projects or even as a fabulous playhouse. This property is more than a home--it’s a private retreat. Whether entertaining guests or simply unwinding, you’ll appreciate the thoughtful details, expansive acreage, and resort-style amenities. And if additional acreage is needed, an additional +/- 9.9 acres is available for purchase.

At 2848 FM 166 in Caldwell, this 3,945-square-foot residence on 5 acres demonstrates that architectural intention and livable space don't have to compete. Built in 2016, the home translates a deliberate design philosophy into everyday comfort through material choices that create distinct zones rather than announce themselves.

The structure uses metal siding and stone as primary materials, a pairing that works visually while performing practically across Burleson County's climate demands. Interior finishes follow suit. Concrete floors stained in rich tones run through common areas, anchoring the open floorplan without the formality of polished marble. These concrete surfaces connect directly to the home's spatial logic: they ground the eye while allowing the vaulted cathedral ceilings and exposed beams to read as separate gestures rather than overcrowded details. Natural woodwork appears in built-in bookcases, window treatments, and trim work, creating warmth without visual clutter.

The kitchen island functions as both workspace and gathering point. Granite counters pair with built-in appliances and a walk-in pantry accessed through barn doors, suggesting a designer who understood that a well-designed kitchen should disappear into use rather than demand admiration. The primary suite offers distinct spaces: a double vanity, soaking tub, and walk-in shower serve the practical needs of shared living. Guest rooms each claim full baths, reducing logistical friction when entertaining.

An upstairs game room with a rustic bar and a second living area provide flexibility. These spaces suggest how the home adapts to different needs without formal designation. The outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and landscaping with native plantings create a secondary structure to the property itself. Large trees and sprinkler systems indicate established land management rather than raw acreage.

From 2848 FM 166, Caldwell ISD serves the area. The 5-acre lot is cleared and privately maintained, accessed by private road, positioning the property as genuinely removed while still connected to the region. Additional land is available if expansion matters later.

This home at $1.02 million ($259 per square foot) targets buyers who view architecture as functional rather than decorative. The material choices and spatial flow reflect thoughtful constraint, not unlimited budget.