6594 W Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Unrivaled long-range Hill Country views define this exceptional 170+ acre legacy ranch, offering breathtaking 360-degree panoramic vistas from one of the highest elevations in Hays County. Located just 7 miles west of Dripping Springs along Hwy 290, this rare property—held in the same family for over 100 years—presents a remarkable opportunity for a private estate, recreational retreat, or future development. The land unfolds with a beautiful contrast of terrain—level, buildable acreage at the front shaded by mature oaks, giving way to dramatic canyon landscapes with limestone shelves, grottos, and striking natural features. The setting is both scenic and private, with abundant native wildlife supported by a wildlife management plan that provides an agricultural tax exemption. Water features include natural springs, a stock tank, and a wet-weather creek forming the headwaters of Sycamore Creek. The property is fully fenced, with high fencing along the western boundary, and an established internal road system provides easy access throughout. Additional highlights include over 300 feet of Hwy 290 frontage, multiple access points via paved easements and Old Red Ranch Road, and two platted lots (~12 acres) within the Vista Grande Subdivision. Improvements include a 2,566 SF ranch home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, featuring updated flooring, fixtures, appliances, paint, HVAC, and a metal roof. Built with 2x6 exterior walls, the home offers durability and efficiency. Additional improvements include an attached 2-car garage and a second 2-car garage complete with a private office and half bath—perfect for a home business, studio, or flexible use space—along with a large porte-cochere, motorized louvered patio cover, outdoor fire pit, metal storage building, well house with reverse osmosis system, Starlink internet, and security system. A truly one-of-a-kind Hill Country offering in one of Central Texas’ most sought-after areas… and yes, the views are just that good.

This 171-acre estate along Highway 290 in Dripping Springs commands some of the highest elevation in Hays County, delivering unobstructed 360-degree views across the Hill Country that extend for miles in every direction. The property sits seven miles west of downtown Dripping Springs, anchored by over 300 feet of Highway 290 frontage and accessed via Old Red Ranch Road, positioning it as one of the most visibly prominent ranches in the region while maintaining complete privacy behind mature oak groves and native landscaping.

The main residence spans 2,542 square feet across four bedrooms and three full baths, constructed with masonry on all sides and 2x6 exterior walls built for Hill Country durability. The open floor plan flows without interior steps, anchored by a primary bedroom on the main level and walk-in closets throughout. Kitchen finishes include built-in gas range, dishwasher, and disposal. Flooring throughout eliminates carpet, featuring vinyl and solid surfaces easy to maintain across a working ranch property. A water softener and full reverse osmosis well system handle on-site water treatment, while Starlink provides reliable internet independent of ground infrastructure.

Beyond the main house, a detached two-car garage with private office and half bath functions as flexible studio space, while a second two-car garage attached to the main residence expands vehicle and equipment storage to four bays total. A motorized louvered patio cover and front awnings frame multiple outdoor living areas, with a porte-cochere providing weather protection at the private entrance. Metal storage buildings and a well house with reverse osmosis system handle ranch infrastructure, while security system and internal road network support 100+ years of family stewardship on this same land.

The terrain itself defines the property's character. Front acreage sits level and buildable, shaded by established oaks suitable for future development, while the rear slopes reveal dramatic canyon landscapes with limestone shelves and grottos. Natural springs, a stock tank, and seasonal wet-weather creek forming Sycamore Creek headwaters provide water features. A wildlife management plan qualifies the ranch for agricultural tax exemption while supporting native wildlife populations. The property is fully fenced with strategic high-fence segments, and subdivided into platted lots within Vista Grande Subdivision offering flexibility for future use.

Johnson City ISD serves the property through Lyndon B Johnson schools, drawing students from the rural Hays County region west of Dripping Springs. This elevation, privacy, and infrastructure combination delivers the rare combination of working ranch functionality with luxury home improvements in one of Central Texas' most sought-after Hill Country locations.