$10,000,000 $53,682 est/mo Sourced by Back At You
21735 Fm 1887 Road,Hempstead, TX 77445
Hempstead, TX 77445
The incomparable 136+/- acre Bernardo Lake Estate in Hempstead includes an exquisitely appointed 4 bedroom/5 full bath/6 half baths main house, pool/hot tub/water features, remodeled 3 bedroom/3 bath guesthouse, 8-stall horse barn and so much more! 12+/- acre stocked fishing lake, water wells, open pastures and thick woods providing natural habitat for wildlife.
The property is slightly rolling on a plateau above the Brazos River bottom. A small creek runs through the ranch which flows into the 12-acre lake below the housing estate. Large oaks, pecans, and elms follow the creek and surround the lake. A large hay field along the highway frontage creates a buffer from the homes to the highway. Live oaks dot the paved road frontage going to the houses and along the highway frontage.
View of the guest and main houses situated on both sides of the complex's heated/over-sized pool with infinity edge/water features/hot tub, fire pit and covered outdoor kitchen and dining areas - all surrounded by open pasture areas with native Pecan/Mixed Oak/Mesquite trees!
A grand motor court ENTRY to the Main House with its covered stained wood planked pitched portico ceiling with recessed lighting, hanging chandelier, stone pillars, stone tile flooring, handsome glass/wood front door/flanking windows with decorative iron design, noteworthy light sconces, outdoor speakers - all surrounded by well maintained rock gardens and stone benches.
A handsomely appointed and brightly lit two story FRONT ENTRY (18 X 13) is welcoming with its 2nd level windows with two light sconces, metal/wood chandelier, textured/painted walls, staircase (painted risers/wood treads/iron railing) to 2nd floor landing, hanging wood/metal chandelier, patterned wood flooring. The Entry Foyer gives access to the fully equipped and elegantly designed WET BAR and nearby WINE ROOM.
The spacious two story LIVING ROOM (20 X 32) features pitched ceiling with clerestory dormer windows, recessed lighting, decorative wood rafters/carved beam supports, central hanging chandelier, recessed lighting, wide plank hardwood flooring, textured/painted walls, glass/metal doors/glass transoms overlooking patio, over-sized gas log fireplace with carved wood mantle and stone surround.
A closer view of the centrally located gas log FIREPLACE with its intricately and masterfully carved wood surround and mantle.
Shown here is the KITCHEN and two CENTER ISLANDS - wide planked hardwood flooring, 12 foot ceiling with exposed wood beams, recessed lighting, wood cabinets/drawers, stone counter-tops with decorative stone backsplash, top of the line appliances!
The well-planned DINING AREA with nearby KITCHEN and its two CENTER ISLANDS with SEATING - so created to encourage family and friends to gather casually amidst a spacious area with several seating arrangements. The DINING AREA (22 X 15) includes hardwood flooring, decorative wood planked ceiling/hanging light fixture, floor to ceiling windows overlooking outdoor landscape. The KITCHEN (27 X 28) includes two center islands with bar seating (stone counters, stained wood cabinets).
The FAMILY ROOM (25 X 22) is relaxed in design with its 17 foot pitched ceiling (exposed beams/recessed lighting), massive eye-catching round metal chandelier, wood paneled walls, hardwood flooring, built-in TV framed niche with wood shelving, metal-framed windows with custom Roman shades/drapery overlooking to the nearby lake.
The generously sized STUDY (20 X 15) includes wood paneled walls, hardwood flooring, wood blocked ceiling with hanging glass/metal chandelier and recessed lighting, built-in book shelves with cabinets below, metal framed windows with Roman shades/drapery, TV niche, walk-in closet with built-in filing cabinets/drawers/4 metal/glass light sconces along shelving, metal framed windowed wall with Roman shades and custom drapery, en suite bath.
The elegant PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE (22 X 18) is just off the formal Living Room and includes carpeted flooring, 16 foot pitched ceiling with exposed wood beam/recessed lighting/built-in speakers/ceiling fan, windows with auto-controlled drapery, softly painted walls and adjacent SITTING AREA (12 X 8) with its carpeted flooring, glass/metal hanging chandelier, gas log fireplace with slate stone surround/decorative carved wood mantel.
Exquisite describes the PRIMARY BATH (23 X 21) with its marble tile flooring, granite counters/backsplash, dual sinks with cabinets below, vanity seating, two TV niches, mirrors with built-in light sconces, Bain Ultra spa tub (granite surround) with three mullioned windows (shades overlooking private patio), pitched ceiling with exposed wood beam/recessed lighting/hanging chandelier, two private water closets, glass front walk-in steam shower with stone surround, spacious dual clothing closets.
Another great asset to this well-planned home - an additional PRIMARY BEDROOM (20 X 15), this one upstairs and includes pitched ceiling (exposed wood beam/hanging chandelier/recessed lighting/built-in speakers, carpeted flooring, window with designer drapery, coffee bar and en suite bath.
EN SUITE BATH (15 X 16)) to the upstairs Primary Bedroom - beautifully appointed with marble tile flooring, marble counters/backsplash, dual sinks with painted cabinets below, vanity seating, four light sconces on mirrors, hanging chandelier, Jason soaking tub with marble surround, frameless glass front walk-in shower (marble tile surround/decorative accents/corner bench), walk-in closet (carpeted flooring, built-in drawers/cabinets/hanging compartments/shelving, attic door access.
The second of three upstairs GUEST BEDROOMS (20 X 16) includes carpeted flooring, pitched ceiling with exposed wood beam/antler hanging chandelier/recessed lighting, mullioned windows with decorative Roman shades/valence, two walk-in closets (shelving/hanging compartments) and en suite bath.
A conveniently located 2nd floor GAME ROOM (27 X 24) with its carpeted flooring, pitched ceiling with exposed wood beam/ceiling fans/recessed lighting/built-in speakers, dormer windows with built-in window benches (storage underneath), windows with Roman shades, two notable "big horn" light sconces, electronics closet and fully equipped WET BAR (marble counter/backsplash, bar seating, sink, wood floating shelves, cabinet front Scotsman ice maker, GE cabinet front mini refrigerator, stainless GE microwave).
View from the Main House Backyard showing the great FIRE PIT with its stone surround, stone flooring and raised circular half wall.
The covered OUTDOOR DINING is located just off the Main House, Pool and Patio areas. Stone tile flooring, pegboard stained wood ceiling with exposed beams/ceiling fans, built-in speakers, stately gas log fireplace (stone surround/mantle) create a relaxed but elegant space to enjoy meals with family and friends. The nearby SUMMER KITCHEN includes stainless Viking gas grill, Elkay stainless sink, griddle space, granite counter.
How relaxing is the infinity edge, spa, four water features and bubblers of the BACKYARD heated Pool! Seen here is the 3-bedroom Guest House with the outdoor Kitchen and Dining areas. Not seen to the right of the covered Dining is the Main House. Notice the numerous seating areas, both open and covered, afforded in the complex's carefully planned design.
Another view of the BACKYARD POOL looking outward through the majestic trees to the lake beyond. What a great spot to relax and enjoy all the fabulous scenery and vistas!
View from the three-bedroom GUEST HOUSE with its charming covered patio, stone walkways and landscaped yard overlooking the Pool areas.
The GUEST HOUSE is the original house to the ranch - restored in 2001- and beautifully appointed with an inviting stone walkway and gate entry, wood fencing, ageless stucco exterior and handsome tile roof - all surrounded with native plants, canopied trees and rock gardens.
Upon entry through a stately wood/glass front door, the GUEST HOUSE'S LIVING ROOM (21 X 22) features saltillo tile flooring, pitched ceiling with exposed wood beams, gas log fireplace with metal screen/wood mantle, painted walls, mullioned windows with drapery, recessed lighting/art lighting, built-in shelving with cabinets below. Notice the DINING ROOM beyond (19 X 14) with its metal/glass chandelier.
The adjacent SITTING ROOM (14 X 16) includes Saltillo tile flooring, recessed lighting, doors to covered patio overlooking Pool, window with Roman shades raised ceiling, pantry closet, stainless Viking wine refrigerator.
The Guest House KITCHEN (17 X 11) provides ample storage space with its stained wood cabinets/drawers with granite counters/stone backsplash. The center island features a butcher block counter. A wood framed bay window adds a charming coziness to the space while the stainless Viking appliances provide state of the art appliances for use by the cook!
Sophisticated elegance describes the Guest House's PRIMARY BEDROOM (20 X 16) with its Saltillo tile, painted walls, central gas fireplace with metal arched screen, pitched ceiling with exposed wood beam supports, wood framed glass doors opening to back patio overlooking the lake, cedar walk-in closet, walk-in closet with built-in drawers/cabinets, en suite bath with spa tub/glass front walk-in shower/dual sinks/vanity seating/private water closet/linen storage.
An EIGHT STALL HORSE BARN including an office, conference room and workshop.
Interior of the HORSE BARN with its low-pitched ceiling with fans/lighting fixtures, wood/metal stall doors.
The HORSE BARN includes a windowed office/conference room with wood flooring and wood wall paneling.
View from the Lake to the Main House - massive trees line the shoreline with their extensive limbs providing canopies of shade to the surrounding grassed areas.
View from the Guest House and Main House looking across the grassed area to the lake beyond.
One of the flowing CREEK bottoms located on Bernardo Lake Estate.
A truly unequaled high fence hunting ranch. It is also the site of one of the first plantations in Texas, Bernardo Plantation, which was settled from of the original Austin 300. It was also the staging area for Houston's troops prior to the Battle of San Jacinto.
The entire ranch is fenced in, with the road frontage fenced with a high fence to contain the many animals and provide an added degree of privacy.
The property has a small herd of exceptional Texas Longhorns and maintains a large hay field. A high-volume water well is available to irrigate the hay field should an owner wish to do so.
Description
The Bernardo Lake Estate is a stunning 136± acre private property with two beautiful homes overlooking a 12± acre lake and located less than an hour from Houston. An exquisitely appointed main house with 4 bedrooms/5 baths/6 half-baths, outdoor fire pit/oversized infinity edge, heated pool/water features, and bubblers/hot tub. Next to the main house is a beautifully remodeled 3 bed/3 bath guest house. Additionally, an 8-stall horse barn next to the homes also has an office, conference room, and workshop. The improvements are appointed with great attention to detail, including fabulous millwork, and exceptional stonework. The grounds of this property include towering oaks, pecans, and elm trees along with excellently maintained hay pasture.
Details
| MLS # | 17299778 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2015 |
| Days On Site | 415 |
| Listing Provided By | Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty | Martha Adger |
Features
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 11 Total |
| SQ Feet | 11,347 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Car Port | Yes |
| Pool | Yes |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 136.00 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Yes |
Taxes
| Property | 45350 |
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Area Information
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Waller |
| City | Hempstead |
| Zip Code | 77445 |
| Area | 26 |
| Subarea | Hempstead |
| Community Name | Bernardo Lake Estate |
| School District | 24 - Hempstead |
| Elementary School | HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
| High School | HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL |
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| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Waller |
| City | Hempstead |
| Zip Code | 77445 |
| Area | 26 |
| Subarea | Hempstead |
| Community Name | Bernardo Lake Estate |
| School District | 24 - Hempstead |
| Elementary School | HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
| High School | HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL |
Listing Updated: October 29, 2025 at 7:23:21 AM PDT