Starts at $2.8 million

New luxury condo project will heat up River Oaks with in-unit saunas

A wellness-focused luxury condominium building is coming to River Oaks. When it opens in 2028, Ace & Ivy will offer a number of amenities designed for people who want to integrate health and exercise into their residence.

Located at 3100 W. Alabama, each of the 31 residences will feature an in-unit sauna, steam shower, and red-light therapy. The three penthouses go a step farther with an in-unit wellness suite that includes a sauna, steam shower, hot-and-cold contrast therapy, and full-body red-light therapy bed.

Residents of the building will have access to a number of amenities, including a spa with hydrotherapy and meditation rooms, dedicated fitness center with yoga studio, pool, lounge with catering kitchen for hosting larger gatherings, mahjong parlor, and a garden.

“Ace & Ivy was founded on the belief that your home should help you live well,” said Winson Ho, founder and CEO of Everlight Group, the company that is developing the project. “We were inspired by Blue Zone research which focuses on activity, purpose, and strong social connection, and integrated it into an elevated residential community. I’m excited for residents to experience what happens when well-being is part of their everyday environment.”

The condominium building will serve as the anchor for a new mixed-use development that will also include a 15-court indoor pickleball club along with restaurant and retail tenants. Lake Flato, the Texas-based architecture and design firm behind Houston’s Hotel Saint Augustine (among others), will design both the Ace & Ivy building and overall development.

Douglas Elliman Development Marketing will handle the sales and marketing for the building. Units are expected to start at $2.8 million, but prices are subject to change.

“Houston’s luxury buyer has evolved significantly over the past several years,” said Catherine Lee, president of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, Texas. “Today’s purchasers prioritize daily lifestyle and longevity as much as traditional luxury finishes. Ace & Ivy delivers a true lock-and-leave residence while still offering the wellness and social amenities buyers previously had to seek out at private clubs or destination resorts.”

Ace & Ivy condominium development rendering

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Ace & Ivy will open at 3100 W. Alabama.

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HAUTE PROPERTIES

675-acre Hill Country ranch where George Strait rehearsed lists for $19.5M

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George Strait developed his early sound at Lone Woman Ranch.

Lone Woman Ranch, the Hill Country estate where country stars like George Strait, George Jones, and Ace in the Hole Band rehearsed, is up for sale for $19.5 million.

Located 65 miles from San Antonio in Hays County on 675 acres, the secluded ranch once served as an artistic getaway for emerging Texas artists. The property, listed by Olmos Park firm Republic Ranches. is named after the nearby Lone Woman Mountain, and its elevation gives an incredible view of the county. On a clear day, you can see downtown Austin.

The land comes with two residences, both built near the entrance gate. The primary stone house has original hardwood floors, a recently remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, as well as a new HVAC system. The secondary residence was used as a rehearsal space. Both have had long-term residents who made improvements, and both have their own septic systems, wells, and electric meters.

The real appeal of Lone Woman Ranch, however, is the extensive woods, creeks, and natural setting. It is next to 6,000 acres of conservation land, including Storm Ranch. The entire mountain is also included in the property, making it a veritable mini-kingdom for the owner with unobstructed privacy on three sides.

Two ponds are on the site — a 4-acre and a 1-acre — both fully stocked. Runoff from the larger pond creates picturesque seasonal limestone waterfalls.The surrounding woods are full of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, turkeys, doves, and more. The property is under wildlife exemption.

It's little wonder the ranch was a muse to so many country musicians. A network of ranch roads provides access throughout the property, including most of the way up Lone Woman, giving views around every corner. Only Strait can tell you whether his 1996 hit "King of the Mountain" was inspired by the ranch.

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George Strait developed his early sound at Lone Woman Ranch.

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