DRIFTWOOD, TEXAS. Driftwood, seventeen miles northwest of San Marcos in central Hays County, grew up in the 1880s as a supply center for neighboring ranches and farms. Pioneers settled in the area, then known as Liberty Hill, as early as 1850, but most settlers arrived in the early 1880s. The community grew rapidly in that decade, perhaps as a result of its access to the new rail terminals at Kyle and Buda. By 1890 Driftwood had a post office, a school, churches, a cotton gin, and a general store. From a low of ten in 1925, the population grew to nearly 100 during the middle years of the twentieth century, then dwindled to fewer than twenty-five by the 1970s. In 1945 Driftwood became part of the Buda school district. A century after its founding, the community remained a quiet Hill Country crossroads served by a general store and post office. In 1990 the population was twenty-one.BIBLIOGRAPHY: Mary Starr Barkley, A History of Central Texas (Austin: Austin Printing, 1970).

Today, Driftwood is know for its numerous facilities for weddings, retreats, conferences and parties. City dwellers and visitors also seek out Driftwood for wine tastings and a breath a fresh air. Towering Oaks, pastoral lands and winding back roads lead you to Wimberley or Kyle just 30 minutes from Austin. 15 minutes from major upscale shopping at the new Hill Country Galleria, Barton Creek Mall plus many other national retailers, and a mere 20 minutes from recreational activities on Lake Travis. Minutes from Seton SW Medical Center and coming soon Kyle Parkway Hays Regional Medical Center and Complex.

Driftwood, Tx is home to several master-planned communities as well as small developments located 25 minutes southwest of downtown Austin in the beautiful hill country.  Often referred to as located "Just past the Salt Lick BBQ", the rolling pastoral land yields wonderful panoramic views with vineyards (Madola's & Driftwood), olive orchards (Bella Vista & private ones) and an Italian Trattoria (Tattoria Lisina). La Ventana's tranquil living with an easy country drive from MOPAC or 290 W provides relaxed living where you can take in the country.


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La Ventana - A Master planned community The first section of La Ventana began construction in 1999 with a new section, Preserve at La Ventana in Wimberley ISD. Resale homes begin around the high $300's - 1 mil. and acreage lots are available starting at $50k - $300's  for bringing your own builder. The lots all provide incredible pastoral or hill country views within the established and private gated community. Entrance off of Elder Hill Rd. 170. Great Amenities and Equestrian lots!

La Ventana allows equestrian activities with riding trails throughout the common areas of the neighborhood and a central corral for overnight boarding for guests. Some lots are deeded equestrian for 2 horses. Other amenities include community club house, chip and put and driving ranges, tennis courts, sand volleyball, swimming pools, and workout facilities. The neighborhood is divided into three (3) areas for schools including Wimberley ISD, Hays ISD and Dripping Springs ISD.

Vineyard Estates

Giving buyers a large lot custom community has resulted in a jewel of an opportunity for home buyers in the area. 2-4 acre lots start in the low $100’s while homes range from $400,000 to over $1,000,000.  Apart of the Dripping Springs ISD. 3.5 mile hike and bike trail throughout the neighborhood. 38 lots now available in Section I. Choose yours now! Located off of Elder Hill Rd. 170

Vineyard Ridge

Exclusive 5 lot, gated hilltop enclave. 7.5 to 9.5 acre sitess. Adjoins and overlooks Driftwood Vineyards with expansive views of Hill Country. Horses are allowed on each estate lot and Vineyard Ridge is ag exempt. Located off of Elder Hill Rd. 170

Creek of Driftwood

Gated Community along west branch of Onion Creek. 16 acres park. Homes available for immediate move-in.

Rim Rock Ranch Dripping Springs ISD LCRA Water, Greenhawe WCID, Underground Electric, Ribbon Curbs, Hill Country Views, Greenbelt System, 2500 sqft min, No build time limit. Choose from a floor plan by Mercedes Homes, Partners in Building, Lennar, Dabney Homes , Double C Homes and more. Or buy the lot and bring in your own builder. Play on Grey Rock Golf Course.

                                            

Sierra West 

Though tranquil living is the pinnacle of enjoying the Hill County, community services and shops are still within a quick trip. Seton Hospital, H.E.B in Kyle and at Slaughter, coffee shops, wine bars, hardware stores, public libraries, fitness gyms, drugstores, restaurants and more are just a quick drive to Wimberley (6 mi.) Kyle (10 mi.) or "Drippin' " (7mi.)

If you are looking to live in a luxury community with a country setting, Driftwood is quickly becoming a desirable location for get-away living in a special pocket of Hays County. Communities surrounding the Salt Lick/1826/150 intersections including restaurants, wine tasting facilities, boutique hotel, events centers, luxury home sites and more are slated for development in 2009-2010.

Rutherford West

Join other happy homeowners in this great quite country homesite area. Green Builders features wwater and energy efficiant home building for your next dream home. The future is reality to this award winning builder.

Homes starting from the $260's contract to

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For more information or a viewing of any of these communities or property in Driftwood, please contact:

Cara A. Collier by phone: 512-917-4704

email: cara@turnquistpartners.com

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