227 Old Draketown Pass, Temple

A Josiah Smith-Inspired Estate - 17.43 Acres Exceptional 17.43-acre Gentleman's Farm featuring a stately colonial residence designed by William E. Poole, inspired by the historic Josiah Smith House. Private setting with winding drive, white fenced pastures, mature hardwoods, and scenic pond views. Residence: Spacious 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with a large loft. Solid hardwood and stone flooring throughout. Chef's kitchen with expansive windows and breakfast area overlooking pastures and pond. Formal dining room with propane log fireplace. Family room with second fireplace and panoramic views. Upper and lower covered side porches provide shaded outdoor living. Oversized garage with private gym/office suite above. Finished basement with regulation billiards area and refreshment center. Dedicated hobby space. Equestrian & Land Features: Over 17 fully fenced acres, mostly cleared with hardwood groves ideal for horses, livestock, or future arena installation. 3-stall open-front horse barn with tack room Professional metal round pen Private pond with dock and gazebo Improved garden soil and maturing orchard Outbuildings & Utility: 60x40 pole barn with 30-amp RV hookups 30x40 two-story insulated workshop with dedicated power and water Additional utility infrastructure supporting agricultural or recreational use Systems & Infrastructure: 24kW Generac automatic whole-house generator with 300-gallon underground propane tank High-capacity well with water softener and filtration system Dual 4-ton high-efficiency Trane heat pumps A rare combination of architectural heritage, equestrian readiness, and modern mechanical reliability. Functional for farm use, recreational living, or multi-purpose estate enjoyment.