Goodthyme Farm is a 362-acre property in Bellville, Texas, offering a rare combination of space, comfort, and utility. Conveniently located within easy reach of Houston, Austin, and Round Top, the estate includes a five-bedroom main house, a separate five-bedroom guest house, and a full range of agricultural and recreational amenities. Two ponds, multiple greenhouses/”hoop houses”, a tennis court, pool, and well-designed outbuildings support both leisure and working farm life. A mix of animals adds to the property's rural character. Designed for flexibility and ease, Goodthyme Farm is well suited for those seeking a retreat, a working property, or both.
Main House:
- Square Feet: 5,220
- Beds: 5
- Bath: 5.5
- Living: 1
- Dining: 1
- Breakfast Area: 1
- Pool & Tennis Court
- Oversized Butler Pantry
- Large Screened in Porch
- Detached Office area
- Pizza Oven
Privacy and ease define the main house at Goodthyme Farm. At 5,220 square feet, the five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom home is designed with a thoughtful balance of livability and laid-back eleganc —perfect for weekend escapes, long stays, or hosting family and friends. A wide front porch stretches across the front of the house, setting the tone for the relaxed rhythm of life here. Inside, a central stair hall opens to the dining room on one side and comfortable, light-filled living areas on the other, anchored by a built-in bar and French doors that open to a deep screened-in porch. Just beyond, a wood burning pizza oven and adjoining patio provide another place to gather and enjoy the views.
The kitchen features a large central island and opens to a sunny breakfast room with views across the property. A generous butler’s pantry—complete with prep space, wine storage, and a second dishwash —connects directly to the screened porch, making entertaining indoors or out effortless. A covered dog trot off the kitchen leads to a private office and a separate guest suite with full bath, offering quiet accommodations with easy access to the main house and guest house alike. Upstairs, four bedrooms include a playful bunk room with three built-in bunks and a quiet primary suite tucked away at the end of the hall. The primary bath features dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and pastoral views from the soaking tub. In total, the home includes over 1,000 square feet of porches, breezeways, and covered outdoor living spaces—capturing the casual comfort and natural connection that define life at Goodthyme Farm.
Guest Quarters:
- Guest House
- The guest house at Goodthyme Farm mirrors the ease and comfort of the main residence, offering five bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms, and plenty of space for gathering and unwinding. A large open-concept living and dining area serves as the heart of the home, with a full kitchen nearby to make hosting seamless. Whether used for family overflow, weekend guests, or longer stays, the layout is designed to offer privacy and flexibility. Upstairs, a large bunk room creates a true kids’ retreat—outfitted with six twin beds and plenty of room to play, it’s the kind of space that makes memories. Comfortable, welcoming, and thoughtfully arranged, the guest house is an integral part of life at Goodthyme Farm, offering space to spread out while staying connected.
- Guest Camper
- Situated between the main house, guest house, and garage, the property also includes an air-conditioned camper outfitted with a kitchenette, dining area, and its own living space—ideal for overflow guests or flexible use.
Garage/Media Room:
- The unconditioned four-car garage offers ample space for covered parking and storage. Upstairs, a fully air-conditioned media and playroom creates a tucked-away retreat, complete with arcade games and a projector—ideal for movie nights, kids, or casual entertaining. Adding a functional, fun space that adds flexibility without interrupting the flow of the main house.
Other Structures:
- Have a tab that leads to more info and photos on the pole barns, hoop houses/greenhouses, chickens, tiny homes, pasture shed, garden shed, etc
“Growing/Farming Operations”
- Off the Main house
- Just beyond the main house, a collection of working structures supports day-to-day farm operations, including a greenhouse for year-round growing, a garden shed for tools and supplies, a pasture shed, and two large pole barns used for equipment storage and agricultural use. A wide pasture stretches out behind the home, where the cows and longhorns often graze, adding to the pastoral beauty and daily rhythm of life at Goodthyme Farm.
- Across the road
- Across the road from the main estate, the property features eight hoop houses that support Goodthyme Farm’s growing operations, along with concrete composting sites, a barn/office structure with commercial-grade refrigeration, a kitchen featuring commercial-grade equipment, a wood-fired pizza oven, and two tiny homes. Alongside these structures the property is equipped with mobile chicken coops designed for rotational grazing, and an additional pond. Purpose-built and thoughtfully laid out, this working area is a functional extension of the land’s broader vision and possibilities.