213 Cardinal Dr Welcome to your own private Hill Country sanctuary just minutes from historic Fredericksburg. Nestled on 7.05 beautifully treed, fenced and cross-fenced acres, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and modern convenience. The 2, 496 sq. ft. custom-built home features a unique energy-efficient envelope design with thick insulated walls and passive solar principles that help keep the home cooler during Texas summers and warmer in the winter, creating year-round comfort. A wood-burning stove adds warmth and charm, while expansive windows frame breathtaking views of majestic post oaks, chinquapin oaks, live oaks, native wildlife, and countless songbirds. The property includes a 576 sq. ft. guest house or artist studio, a large workshop with two garage bays and abundant storage, a small barn with tack room and loafing shed, making it ideal for horses, livestock, hobbies, or a home-based business. A Generac generator provides power to the guest house and well granting added peace of mind during power outages. Whether you're relaxing under the shade of towering oaks, watching hummingbirds and cardinals from the porch, tending animals, creating in the studio, or simply enjoying the remarkable quiet, this property offers a lifestyle that's increasingly difficult to find. Experience the serenity of country living just approximately 12 minutes from Fredericksburg's renowned shopping, dining, wineries, and entertainment.