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$625,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 9768102 MLS ⋅ 78666 Zip Code
Welcome to 121 Merrywood ~ A stunning mid century modern residence tucked away on a quiet tree-lined street. This is the kind of home that just feels right when you walk through the door. Exuding warmth and character with an effortless layout. Step inside and you’re greeted by the dramatic vaulted ceilings that naturally draws you into the heart of the home. The layout flows effortlessly — open where you want connection, yet thoughtfully designed to give everyone their own space. The living area - anchored around a stunning wood-burning fireplace, with oversized architectural windows that flood the space with warm Texas sunshine. The kitchen is timeless — breakfast bar, quartz countertops, and a proper pantry (because storage matters). The spacious primary suite features wonderful views of greenery and woods. The ensuite bath offers a walk-in-shower, dual vanities, and a generous walk-in closet. Guest bedrooms are comfortably sized. The fourth bedroom offers flexibility — perfect as a home office, hobby room, or creative space. A spacious utility room with a mud area keeps everyday life organized and easy. Out back, you’ll find a true Texas-sized yard with an impressive covered patio — ready for game days, backyard barbecues, or simply enjoying a peaceful evening under the stars. Location is just as special. You’re minutes from Downtown San Marcos, the Blanco River, Texas State University and endless opportunity for adventure with tons of hiking trails and outdoor activities nearby. 40 minutes to both Austin and San Antonio.

121 Merrywood Ln, San Marcos
$799,400
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2880114 MLS ⋅ 78666 Zip Code
If the grid goes down, this property keeps the lights on. Set on 6.19 oak-canopied acres just outside San Marcos city limits, 228 Deertrail Drive is a self-sufficient 2-home compound built for people who value independence from utility bills, neighbors, & the unpredictability that comes with power grids. Both the 2,085 sq ft primary home & the separate 800 sq ft accessory dwelling unit (ADU) run on a $98k fully owned solar & battery system: 9.76 kilowatts of roof-mounted panels paired w/3 Enphase Encharge battery units storing 30.24 kWh of backup power. No HOA. No city utilities dependency. No monthly solar payment- it's paid in full. The primary home has been thoroughly updated: Luxury vinyl plank & tile throughout, quartz countertops, contemporary cabinetry w/a coffee bar, a wood-burning fireplace, high ceilings in the main living area, & a dining room that seats 8 comfortably. The primary suite includes dual vanities, a tiled walk-in shower, & his-&-her walk-in closets. Three more bedrooms are generously proportioned. Updated with Anderson windows in 2017. A 572 sq ft detached garage, fully insulated w/a workshop & window AC, is ready for projects. The ADU, built in 2021, is a completely independent residence: Full kitchen, washer/dryer hookups, ADA-compliant throughout w/a ramped carport entry & roll-in shower. Live in one home & rent the other. Give aging parents a place of their own — on your land, on their terms. Two RV power hookups & a dedicated RV sewer connection mean your rig has a permanent home base. Multiple fenced areas accommodate chickens, goats, or larger animals. Three storage sheds, the largest at 427 sq ft & insulated. Standing seam metal roofs on every structure. Refrigerators, washers, dryers in both homes, convey. Hays CAD appraised/market value is $883,370! Texas State University: 5 miles. HEB: 6 miles. Hospital: 9 miles. No HOA, no city limits, no compromises. This is the kind of property people wish they had bought two winters ago.

228 Deertrail Dr, San Marcos