Located in picturesque Howard Ranch, this custom-built 5-bedroom, 2190 sq ft single-family home sits on 2.3 acres of land, offering the kind of quiet privacy that defines the Dripping Springs lifestyle. It is rare to find a property in Howard Ranch that feels this tucked away on a private cul-de-sac while still being walkable to Twisted X Brewing and just minutes from the shops on Mercer Street. The entire lot is draped in incredible, mature trees, creating a natural canopy that makes the acreage feel like a private park. The interior is absolutely dreamy! The living room is a comfortable, inviting space that leads directly into a private library, perfect for anyone needing a quiet home office or a spot to house a large book collection. The kitchen features quartz countertops, tons of storage and freely flows into the dining area that offers sliding glass doors that open up completely to the pool area. It's the kind of setup where you can easily move between prep work in the kitchen and jumping in the water on a hot afternoon. The main floor also enjoys the primary suite and a guest bedroom. Upstairs in the main house, a large flex room provides that extra bit of space needed for a gym or a media room, along with 2 additional bedrooms. The property continues to surprise as you head outside. The back patio is elevated above the yard, with an in-ground pool that features a tanning ledge; a perfect vantage point to take in the oaks that cover this property. The detached garage includes a full, 547 sq ft apartment with its own bathroom and separate 144 sq ft office, offering a private setup for guests or multigenerational living. Howard Ranch offers that hard-to-find balance of wide-open space and proximity to DSISD schools. You are only about 25 miles from the lights of Downtown Austin and 30 miles from the airport, but standing on this Howard Ranch porch, you'd never know it. It's a peaceful, unique home that captures the warmth of Dripping Springs.