This property is situated in a small,gated community on one of the most impressive stretches of Nueces River in the whole canyon. The home itself is, in a word, CUSTOM! At the end of the sidewalk and past a gated courtyard, tall antique doors lead into a foyer and on to the kitchen and dining room, and the large living room that is flanked by a lovely screened in porch. A huge stone fireplace is the centerpiece of the living room and the opening is nearly five feet tall. Large windows off the dining and living areas invite the outside in. The kitchen features an Italian gas range, a refrigerator, dishwasher, custom cabinets, and a huge pantry with an additional refrigerator. There are two bedrooms and three full baths. The hallway leading to the bedrooms is very wide and features a library with a sitting area that faces the courtyard. A guest suite features casement windows, generous closet, and an en suite bathroom. The primary suite consists of a utility area for clothes laundering, massive walk in closet with shelving, a lovely guest bath with separate soaking tub, large shower, and a Japanese toilet with bidet features. There's room for a desk and chair or a sitting are in the primary bedroom,and beautiful French doors lead out into the courtyard. Custom draperies adorn the windows throughout the home, and all the doors are antique. Outside, there is a beautiful rock patio, fire ring, and rock walkway leading down to a sitting area on the river. Giant oaks cover the lot, and there is a small pad with RV hookups at the front of the property. This could also be used as a carport or a pavilion for entertaining. The meter loop and meter box are sheltered in a rock covering several yards away from the house for safety. Outdoors, the river beckons! Fishing, swimming, kayaking are right in your own back yard! A complete list of amenities is available upon request. Gracious country living at its best-- come have a look!
From Uvalde, travel 43 miles on Hwy 55, go through Barksdale and continue straight for a short distance. The gated entrance will be on the right side of the road. Go through gate, follow the road until it dead ends, turn R and the property is the second home on the left.