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Lakeside property for sale in Texas has everything — including a tree growing through

An aerial view of a property on a cliff over Medina Lake in Texas that is listed for $2.5 million. The property has been built around two “mature trees” that are indoors.
An aerial view of a property on a cliff over Medina Lake in Texas that is listed for $2.5 million. The property has been built around two “mature trees” that are indoors. Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

A stunningly unique property has popped up on the real estate market in Texas Hill Country. The venue, listed for $2.5 million, not only comes with killer views of Medina Lake, but also has a little something extra.

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Interior Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

Sitting cliff-side on 25 acres, the venue is a whopping 7,300 square feet and has 3,000 square feet of decking to take in the picturesque lake below.

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Deck area Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

While the interior is complete with floor-to-ceiling windows and hardwood floors that reflect the light peaking in from almost every corner, there is one thing that would appear out of place in any other property:

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Interior Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

A mature tree.

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Interior Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

Designing homes with nature in mind has become increasingly common, whether the focus is on sourcing sustainable construction materials or forging connections between the interior spaces and surrounding landscape,” Dwell.com says about building around trees instead of removing them.

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Interior Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

“It comes with good reason: The benefits of having greenery in your home include reduced stress, better focus, and cleaner air.”

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View Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

McClatchy News reached out to Douglas Elliman Real Estate on Dec. 23 to discover the meaning behind the developer’s thoughts for building around these stunning trees.

“The tree in the special event center is there because the owner is a tree lover and didn’t want to cut it down,” the listing agent said in an email. “Thought it would be an interesting feature, which it certainly has been at past events.”

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Interior Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

The tree appears to add to the entire aesthetic of the property without missing a beat, giving it an almost Zen vibe.

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View Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

The property, which can be used for a variety of entertainment options, is located in Mico, Texas, about 33 miles northwest of San Antonio.

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Interior Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman

The listing is held by Gordon von Broock of Douglas Elliman.

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Exterior Craig Mac for Douglas Elliman
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This story was originally published December 23, 2021 at 9:26 AM with the headline "Lakeside property for sale in Texas has everything — including a tree growing through."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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