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Estrella Vista For Sale - Located in South Brewster County, Texas
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We have finally come to the final stage of our home development out here in Terlingua, Texas. We have loved our time here, and are excited about the next stages of life beyond this desert.  We  are currently offering a unique opportunity to purchase our home and property.

The house and overall property plan is not complete, but it has an excellent start, with all systems operational.  The design is self-sustainable, and only requires someone living here to maintain the systems.  We have phone, high speed internet access, and UPS delivery and pickup right at our door, so it is a perfect place for home-based businesses or artists, who want to get out of the rat race. The views here are extraordinary.

 

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Extraordinary Views - All of these photos are taken from the property. None have been retouched or altered in any way

The systems include the following components: shelter, power, water, food, and waste.  Each component is fully integrated into the design and infrastructure of the property.


The house itself is currently a 16 ft by 24 ft kitchen and living room.  There is a loft bedroom, and a bathroom ready to finish out.  The roof extends well beyond this room. The layout calls for a master bedroom and bath 16 by 24 with a porch between the two rooms.  The master bedroom has not been built, but the roof is ready and the layout can be modified to meet anyones needs. 

We have also layed out another house, 1500 square feet for the master quarters.  The foundation is ready to begin construction on this home as well.  The power and water systems have been designed to incorporate both homes, with a total living are well over 3,000 square feet, not including porches and patios.  The total property is 20 acres, so there is plenty of room for future developments.

Power System

Under power, we have a fully operational system that can run the house and a small shop with ease.  The power system is modular, and can be added to easily.  It consists of 3 wind generators and a 120 watt solar panel, with controls and 12 KWH of battery storage (1200 AH) in an adobe powerhouse. The house is wired with both AC and DC circuits throughout. 

Water System

The water system includes rain catchment from 1,500 square feet of roof, and an annual catch capability of about 10,000 gallons.  For storage, we currently have a 1,750 gallon tank, and more can be added easily.  There is plumbing to the kitchen sink, bathroom sink, and cast iron bathtub. All greywater is routed through irrigation for the garden.

Food Systems

We have a 1/4 acre summer garden with a living fence, and a 10 ft by 30 ft year-round "inside" garden with a fully integrated greywater system.  We do have chickens that could go with the property as well.  They are free-range and require little attention.

Waste System

For our waste system, we have a composting toilet for human waste, as well a rotating bin system for kitchen, animal, and any organic waste.  All greywater is routed through irrigation for the garden.

So, if you or someone you know might be interested in this property and starter home, please let us know.  We would prefer a cash deal, but would be willing to finance over a short term. 

Please contact us at info@velacreations.com for more information.

 



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