Water Views
Address
2880 County Road 249, Poetry, TX
Price
$ 2,275,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#21243061
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyKAUFMAN
- CityPoetry
- NeighborhoodJ J Rials - Tract 15.01
- Zip75160
- StyleCraftsman
- Year Built2011
- Price$ 2,275,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage5657
- Lot Size12.795 Acres
Data Source:
North Texas Real Estate Info Systems (NTREIS)
Property Description
This stunning Southern Living-inspired dream home, situated on a sprawling 12.795 acre estate, blends timeless Southern architecture with modern luxury and functional recreational and equestrian facilities. TOTAL LIVING SPACE SF is 6,956.5 between the primary home and separate building. The property features a thoughtfully designed main house with a expansive front porch, custom millwork, light-filled living spaces, re-milled hand scraped wood flooring, and high ceilings with wood beams. Additional interior features of this beautiful home include designer windows relocated from a Brookstone in NYC, several decorative transom windows, stained glass windows, plantation shutters, copper sinks, a variety of gorgeous light fixtures, antique washboard sink, luxurious primary bathroom with clawfoot tub and fireplace, decorative doors including dutch and barn doors, sophisticated wood and metal features throughout, a 5-Star 6-burner gas double oven, wet bar or wine area, office, reading room, gift wrap area, mudroom, formal living area, and over 400 sf of additional storage (no ac). The upstairs entertainment area features a HUGE game room (pool table stays) and media room (media chairs and projection equipment stays). And an extra plus - ALL bedrooms include ensuites with nicely sized walk in closets. Let's talk about the amazing outdoor oasis... This picturesque retreat includes a saltwater-chlorine combo pool and spa, fireplace, outdoor kitchen that includes a sink, gas grill, griddle and pizza oven. Additional features include a firepit, covered cabana with a daybed style swing, an enormous amount of open and covered space for entertaining, regulation size pickleball court, 1.5 acre pond, private gated entrance and entirely fenced. Last but not least, the 60x40 separate building has an additional 2 bedroom, 2 bath and open living-kitchen area, a great amount of storage capacity, and 4 walk-in horse stalls.
| Elementary School |
|---|
| Wood Elementary School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Listed $2,495,000 |
| 5/20/2026 | 5$2,395,000 |
| 6/19/2026 | 5$2,295,000 |
| 7/23/2026 | 1$2,275,000 |
General Features
| Heating | Central,Fireplace(s),Propane |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Zoned |
| Utilities | Aerobic Septic,Asphalt,Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Individual Gas Meter,Propane,Septic |
| Possession | 30-60 Days |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Microwave,Tankless Water Heater,Vented Exhaust Fan |
| current use | Residential |
| Number of Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Restrictions | Unknown Encumbrance(s) |
| School District | Terrell ISD |
| Pool Y/N | Yes |
| Crops | Main Grass |
| Exclusions | Wine cooler located upstairs and the black Primo grilled located in the outdoor kitchen. |
| Year Built | 2011 |
| Architectural Style | Craftsman |
| Levels | Two |
| Will Subdivide | No |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Subdivision Name | J J RIALS,TRACT 15.01 |
| Possible Use | Equine,Horses,Residential |
| Transaction Type | For Sale |
| Carport Spaces | 1 |
| County | Kaufman |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Security Features | Prewired,Security Gate,Security Lights,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Wood |
| Year Built Details | Preowned |
| Accessory Unit Type | Guest Quarters |
| Accessory Unit Y/N | Yes |
| HOA Type | None |
| Number Of Barns | 1 |
| Special Notes | Aerial Photo |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Take 548 S from 276. Go straight to Poetry Rd. Poetry Rd turns into 249 further down. The property will be on the right. |
| City | Poetry |
| Other Equipment | Home Theater,Irrigation Equipment |
| Elementary School Name | Wood |
| High School | Terrell |
| Elementary School | Wood |
| Virtual Tour URL Unbranded | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/ntreis/21243061 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
Interior Features
| Interior Features | Built-in Features,Central Vacuum,Chandelier,Decorative Lighting,Double Vanity,Eat-in Kitchen,Flat Screen Wiring,Granite Counters,High Speed Internet Available,Kitchen Island,Natural Woodwork,Open Flo |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Brick,Ceramic Tile,Marble,Painted/Stained,Reclaimed Wood,Travertine Stone |
| Fireplace Features | Bath,Bedroom,Double Sided,Gas,Gas Logs,Living Room,Outside,Raised Hearth,Stone,Wood Burning |
| Fireplaces Total | 3 |
| Dining Areas | 2 |
| Living Areas | 3 |
| Number Of Residences | 2 |
| Room Count | 22 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Lock Box Type | None |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Total Baths | 5 |
| Window Features | Shutters,Window Coverings |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Utility Room,Full Size W/D Area,Washer Hookup |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Features | Attached Grill,Balcony,Covered Deck,Covered Patio/Porch,Electric Grill,Fire Pit,Gas Grill,Rain Gutters,Lighting,Outdoor Grill,Outdoor Kitchen,Outdoor Living Center,Sport Court,Stable/Barn,Storage,Ten |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Acreage,Corner Lot,Landscaped,Many Trees,Cedar,Oak,Sprinkler System,Tank/ Pond,Water/Lake View |
| Vegetation | Grassed |
| Fencing | Partial Cross,Pipe,Wrought Iron |
| Soil Type | Sandy Loam |
| Garage Length | 25 |
| Garage Width | 32 |
| Horse Amenities | Barn(s),Electric to Barn,Living Quarters,Stable(s),Tack Room,Water to Barn |
| Other Structures | Barn(s),Bunk House,Outdoor Kitchen,Pergola,Second Garage,Second Residence,Stable(s),Storage,Tennis Court(s),Workshop,Workshop w/Electric |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Parking Features | Additional Parking,Circular Driveway,Covered,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Gravel,Outside |
| Lot Size | 10 to < 50 Acres |
| Covered Spaces | 4 |
| Foundation | Combination,Pillar/Post/Pier,Slab |
| Pool Features | Cabana,Fenced,Heated,In Ground,Outdoor Pool,Pool Sweep,Pool/Spa Combo,Private,Salt Water,Water Feature,Waterfall |
| Lot Size Area | 12.7950 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Farm Ranch Features | Fenced for Horses |
| Structural Style | Single Detached |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Road Frontage Type | County Road |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 557350.2000 |
| Lot Size Acres | 12.7950 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel |
| Patio And Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch,Terrace |
| Attached Garage Y/N | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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