3,519 Sq. Ft.
$411 / Sq. Ft.
3,519
Sq. Ft.
$411
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Situated on a private 1-acre property in coveted Bunker Ranch, this 3,500+ sq/ft custom 3 bed 3.5 bath home + separate 1 bed 1 bath full guest suite has designer upgrades at every turn. Located in Dripping Springs, connectivity to the outdoors was an inspiration behind this architectural masterpiece. From the moment you enter the gated front courtyard you are greeted with floor to ceiling windows and clean lines. The home is centered around a heated 12’ x 36’ pool and multiple outdoor living spaces...Situated on a private 1-acre property in coveted Bunker Ranch, this 3,500+ sq/ft custom 3 bed 3.5 bath home + separate 1 bed 1 bath full guest suite has designer upgrades at every turn. Located in Dripping Springs, connectivity to the outdoors was an inspiration behind this architectural masterpiece. From the moment you enter the gated front courtyard you are greeted with floor to ceiling windows and clean lines. The home is centered around a heated 12’ x 36’ pool and multiple outdoor living spaces giving you true indoor/outdoor entertaining opportunities. Whether you are watching the game from the pool or have the collapsable wall of windows open in the cool fall weather, time will slow down in the privacy that comes with backing to platted greenspace behind the property as you relax next to one of the two fireplaces.

The well-appointed chef’s Kitchen is equipped Wolf, Bosch, Gaggenau, and Sub-Zero appliances, 44” Ruvati sink, island seating, butler’s style pantry and more. The centerpiece of the Great Room is the custom glass tiled gas fireplace which is flanked by the accordion doors connecting to the outdoor living room.

The oversized Primary Suite has stunning natural light, direct access to the pool, a custom white oak wet bar for your morning coffee or nightcap, expansive Primary Bathroom with floating soaking tub, separate tiled shower, and massive closet.

Under the same roof, the detached Guest Suite has a living space, bedroom, full bathroom and plumbed for a kitchenette. Ideal for a artist studio, guest or live-in help quarters, multi-generational living or home office.

Additional features include hand-selected Texas limestone, hardwood flooring throughout, automated blinds, security system, and a three-car garage with transom windows and 14–18 ft ceilings. Experience the feeling of living in the country in the security of a gated community and just minutes from the heart of Dripping Springs.

Listing Agent

  1. Elisabeth Hay

    Elisabeth Hay

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0713914

    elisabeth.hay@compass.com

    P: (512)-658-1873

Property Details for 197 Gaucho Way

Subdivision Name
Bunker Ranch Ph 4
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public, Municipal Utility District
View
Hills
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
1109920001013004
Tax Lot
13
LISTING UPDATED: 02/19/2026 05:30 PM

Property Details for 197 Gaucho Way

StatusPending
MLS #5458512
Days on Market2
Taxes$18,910 / year
HOA Fees$70 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2023
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
CountyHays County
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Building Information for 197 Gaucho Way

Stories1Year Built2023Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,689 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,043

Property Taxes

$1,576

HOA Dues

$70

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 197 Gaucho Way

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Total: 5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 3
Interior
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Soaking Tub, Smart Thermostat, Walk In Closets
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: BuiltInRefrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, GasCooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, WineRefrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Outside, Wood Burning
  • Laundry Features: Inside, LaundryRoom
  • Restrictions: DeedRestrictions, RestrictiveCovenant
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue, Covered Courtyard, Exterior Steps, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Entrance, Private Yard, See Remarks, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Construction Materials: Stone Veneer, See Remarks
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Patio, Porch, See Remarks, Terrace
  • Roof: Metal
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Window Features: LowEmissivityWindows, SeeRemarks
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: Common Grounds/Area, Gated, Trails Paths
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Backs to Greenbelt/Park, Gentle Sloping, Level, Native Plants, Private, Sprinklers In Ground, Trees Large Size, Views
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: BreakfastBar, ButlersPantry, EatInKitchen, GourmetKitchen, HighCeilings, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, Pantry, QuartzCounters, RecessedLighting, Storage
Room 2
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: DoubleVanity, HighCeilings, QuartzCounters, RecessedLighting, SoakingTub, SeparateShower, WalkInClosets, WalkInShower
Room 3
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Features: BeamedCeilings, CeilingFans, QuartzCounters, RecessedLighting, SeeRemarks, Bar
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Name: Bunker Ranch POA
  • Association Fee Includes: CommonAreaMaintenance
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,102,420
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 1.86%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Security System Owned, Controlled Access
  • Directions: Hwy 290 to Bunker Ranch Blvd, through gate, left on Mae Pt and dead end into Gaucho, take right, home immediate on your left.

Property History for 197 Gaucho Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2026

Pending

ACTRIS #5458512

Feb 15, 2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #5458512

Feb 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5458512

$1,445,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2026

Pending

ACTRIS #5458512

02/15/2026

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #5458512

02/12/2026

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5458512

$1,445,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 197 Gaucho Way

Taxable ValueLand$319,770Additions$782,650Total$1,102,420
Tax Record2024$10,308 ($859 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,014 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,014 SqFtLot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2023CountyHAYSAPNR179004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 197 Gaucho Way

This home is within Dripping Springs Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Walnut Springs Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Dripping Springs Middle School
Public6 to 8

Dripping Springs High School
Public9 to 12

Cypress Springs Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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