4278 Kestrel, Portland, TX 78374

Out where Nature meets elegant living, where 10.0 sprawling Acres can still be found inside the Portland City Limits, this Country Estate is taxed "Residential" for the house and 1.0 Acre yard, with 9.0 acres as Agricultural (Ag) exempted for Natural Wildlife Area. The perimeter is largely drive-able with the right vehicle or walk-able with the right footwear. Over time, the owners have seen rabbits, birds, foxes and coyotes, and more rarely javelina, and even once a true G-P Wildcat (bobcat). The expansive covered back patio offers a spot to relax in the evening shade as the sun goes down.  This CUSTOM-built, Single-Owner, 4-sides-brick home features a large living room that is Open-Concept to the kitchen. The kitchen is finely appointed with real-wood cabinets, durable and easy-to-clean Corian counters (synthetic), and a fantastic viewing window overlooking the woods out back. The rear exterior door off the kitchen makes coming and going a breeze while entertaining. There are also many Special Features here besides the Wildlife area:  An elevated roadway keeps you high coming in and out of the property during heavy rains. The oversized mud room can double as a Butler's Pantry with some storage shelves or freestanding pantries, but could also be an indoor work area for sewing, art, music, office space, etc. It has a 2-way spring-hinged swinging door to the kitchen (like you'd find in a restaurant) that is both easy to go through hands-free and is self-closing. The living room has tile around the perimeter for longer life and easier cleaning in the high-traffic "walkway."  The oversized Primary bedroom closet doubles as a Storm Shelter OR Safety Room with cinder block construction, Concrete roof, and metal door. The oversized laundry room and hall closet are both central to the bedrooms, and the laundry boasts a sink and plenty of storage or working space. Finally, the 2-car garage has an extra nook for bikes, tools, workshop area, or other storage.