Experience the ultimate in refined rural luxury living in this breathtaking estate nestled in the highly desired Mockingbird Hill with no city taxes! Designed with elegance and comfort in mind, this exceptional home offers four expansive bedrooms including a lavish private master retreat featuring a spa-inspired bathroom with a soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, and designer finishes throughout. The thoughtfully crafted open concept layout boasts soaring ceilings with beam detailing & is bathed in natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere ideal for both relaxed everyday living & unforgettable entertaining. The gourmet chef’s kitchen is truly a culinary masterpiece, complete with double smart ovens, an oversized island with premium countertops, a spacious walk-in pantry, and sleek custom cabinetry that blends style with function. A second living area or versatile flex space provides endless opportunities for a media room, home office, or playroom. Step outside to an entertainer’s paradise where a sprawling covered patio with built-in bar seating overlooks a private & beautifully manicured backyard. Enjoy the serene ambiance of the sparkling resort-style pool with a tranquil waterfall feature and abundant lounge space perfect for sunbathing, social gatherings, or peaceful mornings with coffee. This extraordinary property also includes a separate, fully insulated shop with two oversized bays and an additional 1500 square feet of finished flex space. Whether used as luxurious guest quarters, a state-of-the-art gym, a sophisticated office, or a stylish pool house, this bonus area offers limitless possibilities. Immaculately maintained and thoughtfully designed, this exquisite home combines modern sophistication with country charm to create a one-of-a-kind living experience just minutes from town.
For sale
$949,000
218 Merlot Dr, Abilene, TX 79602
5beds
4,390sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2021
0.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$49/mo HOA
What's special
Designer finishesManicured backyardBuilt-in bar seatingResort-style poolAbundant lounge spaceTranquil waterfall featureNatural light
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 23, 2025 at 02:11pm
Listed by:
Kristi Andrew 0639317 325-721-2436,
Abilene Group Premier Re. Adv. 325-721-2436
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21008244
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Closet Cabinetry, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Sinks, Double Vanity, En Suite Bathroom, Garden Tub/Roman Tub, Sitting Area in Primary, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Closet Cabinetry, Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Closet Cabinetry, Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Closet Cabinetry, Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Other
- Features: Dual Sinks, Jack and Jill Bath, Stone Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Butler's Pantry, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, Walk-In Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Mud room
- Features: Built-in Features, Closet, Other, Sink
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 6
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room, Other
Features
- Built-in Features, Chandelier, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Other, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,390 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Concrete, Door-Multi, Door-Single, Enclosed, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Other, Oversized, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Other, Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Lighting, Outdoor Living Area, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pool, Waterfall, Water Feature
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Interior Lot, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Subdivision, Sprinkler System, Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Garage(s), Guest House, Outbuilding, Pool House, Second Residence, See Remarks
- Parcel number: 1001196
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Rock, Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Septic Available, Underground Utilities, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fenced Yard, Other, Community Mailbox, Curbs, Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Mockingbird Hill Add
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Association Management, Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $590 annually
- HOA name: Mockingbird
- HOA phone: 000-000-0000
Location
- Region: Abilene
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $587,928
- Annual tax amount: $9,990
- Date on market: 7/23/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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