849 SANTA CRUZ, NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78132

Beautiful Hill Country Home in the gated Enclave of Mission Hills Ranch - This stunning 3,208 sq ft home is nestled on a private, landscaped one-acre lot in a quiet cul-de-sac offering space, privacy, and convenience inside the city limits of New Braunfels. Step inside to an open-concept floor plan ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. Elegant tray ceilings accent the formal dining room, family room, and primary suite, while crown molding adds a touch of sophistication throughout. True hardwood and tile flooring flow seamlessly across the home. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a newly replaced cooktop (2025), and dishwasher (2020), making it both stylish and functional. The split-bedroom layout ensures privacy, with a spacious primary suite that includes built-in drawers and shelving in the large walk-in closet. The oversized 3-car garage offers approximately 775 sq ft of space and is finished with durable, slip-resistant epoxy flooring-perfect for storage, hobbies, or extra workspace. Perched on a hill, the home enjoys scenic Hill Country views from the front yard and the elevated second-level backyard patio. The upper rear portion of the property remains in its natural state, with mature oak and cedar trees providing beauty and natural privacy. Major recent upgrades include a new 50yr multi-dimensional shingle roof, gutters and exterior paint (July 2021) and a high-efficiency Trane 18 SEER variable-speed heat pump (Oct 2024) with approximately 10 years of remaining warranty. Energy efficiency is further improved with 20 inches of blown-in attic insulation with radiant barrier installed on the roof deck. The automatic sprinkler system was fully updated in January 2025 with a new control box and sprinkler heads throughout. Covered patio enclosed with AC in 2018. Combining luxury and comfort with hill country charm and appeal make this home special. The Enclave at Mission Hills Ranch is an exclusive, gated section within the larger Mission Hills Ranch subdivision. This community is located inside the city limits of New Braunfels which provides municipal benefits such as New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) trash services and city police protection. Off of Hwy 46, this places you with 15 minutes of Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Landa park with it's Comal spring fed pool, park train and walking trails, and the Gruene historic district with shopping and one of kind restaurants and music venues.