
Land with Home for Sale in Poetry, Texas
2880 County Road 249, Poetry, TX 75160
This stunning Southern Living-inspired dream home, situated on a sprawling 12.795 acre estate, blends timeless Southern architecture with modern luxury and functional recreational and equestrian facilities. TOTAL LIVING SPACE SF is 6,956.5 between the primary home and separate building. The property features a thoughtfully designed main house with a expansive front porch, custom millwork, light-filled living spaces, re-milled hand scraped wood flooring, and high ceilings with wood beams. Additional interior features of this beautiful home include designer windows relocated from a Brookstone in NYC, several decorative transom windows, stained glass windows, plantation shutters, copper sinks, a variety of gorgeous light fixtures, antique washboard sink, luxurious primary bathroom with clawfoot tub and fireplace, decorative doors including dutch and barn doors, sophisticated wood and metal features throughout, a 5-Star 6-burner gas double oven, wet bar or wine area, office, reading room, gift wrap area, mudroom, formal living area, and over 400 sf of additional storage (no ac). The upstairs entertainment area features a HUGE game room (pool table stays) and media room (media chairs and projection equipment stays). And an extra plus - ALL bedrooms include ensuites with nicely sized walk in closets. Let's talk about the amazing outdoor oasis... This picturesque retreat includes a saltwater-chlorine combo pool and spa, fireplace, outdoor kitchen that includes a sink, gas grill, griddle and pizza oven. Additional features include a firepit, covered cabana with a daybed style swing, an enormous amount of open and covered space for entertaining, regulation size pickleball court, 1.5 acre pond, private gated entrance and entirely fenced. Last but not least, the 60x40 separate building has an additional 2 bedroom, 2 bath and open living-kitchen area, a great amount of storage capacity, and 4 walk-in horse stalls.
Location
- Street address
- 2880 County Road 249
- County
- Kaufman County
- Zip code
- 75160
- Community
- J J Rials, Tract 15.01
- School district
- Terrell ISD
- Elevation
- 568 feet
Directions
Take 548 S from 276. Go straight to Poetry Rd. Poetry Rd turns into 249 further down. The property will be on the right.
Property details
- Acreage
- 12.795 acres
- MLS #
- NTREIS 21243061
- Posted
Parcels
- 11521
Legal description
J J RIALS, TRACT 15.01; 4.66 ACRES LINK W 215686
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Lot
- Vegetation
- Grassed
- View
- Water
- Features
- Acreage, Corner Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Many Trees, Pond On Lot, Sprinkler System, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking
- Covered, Driveway, Garage, Open
- Pool
- Deck, Patio, Porch
- Structures
- Barn(s), Storage
- Features
- Balcony, Electric Grill, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Area, Rain Gutters, Sport Court, Tennis Courts
Structure
- Style
- Craftsman
- Stories
- 2
- Sewer
- Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank
- Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Propane
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
- Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof
- Composition
- Windows
- Shutters
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 5, Bedroom x 4, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Game Room, Laundry Room, Living Room, Workshop
- Flooring
- Brick, Marble, Paintedstained, Reclaimedwood, Tile, Travertine
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Security
- Security
- Features
- Built In Features, Central Vacuum, Chandelier, Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, Double Vanity, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Paneling Wainscoting, Pantry, Walk In Closets, Wet Bar, Wired For Sound
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Wood | Elementary | Terrell ISD |
| Furlough | Middle | Terrell ISD |
| Terrell | High | Terrell ISD |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | Price drop | $2,395,000 | $100,000 -4% | NTREIS |
| Apr 25, 2026 | New listing | $2,495,000 | — | NTREIS |







































