Johnson City, Texas · Hill Country Wine Region

Where Investment Meets
Texas Hill Country Living

12 acres of private luxury in the heart of wine country —
7 barn ranch homes, underground experiences & a world-class amenity center.

Only 3 Partners · 33% Ownership Each

$600K In.
$5M+ Out in 5 Years.

A tax-advantaged, cash-flow-generating resort investment with
a projected 20x+ return through appreciation and refinancing.

Vineyard Tours · Lake Excursions · Wine Tastings

Luxury Getaways. Remarkable Returns.
No Taxes on the Upside.

Earn from short-term rentals and activities year-round —
then refinance tax-free at Year 5 and decide your next move.

A Micro-Resort in the Heart of Texas Wine Country

Evander's inaugural project is a private luxury micro-resort on 12 acres in Johnson City — the epicenter of the Texas Hill Country wine trail, just 60 miles west of Austin.

The estate combines 7 ultra-modern barn-ranch homes with an exclusive Amenity Center offering 4 luxury suites, a pickleball court, sauna, craft bar, wine cellar, resort pool, and open-air terraces — all surrounded by rolling vineyards and cedar hills.

Guests arrive not just to stay, but to experience: wine tours, lake excursions, city day trips, and curated vineyard tastings are all part of the Evander package — creating multiple revenue streams that drive exceptional investor returns.

🍷 Wine Country 🏘 7 Ranch Homes 🏊 Resort Pool 🎾 Pickleball 🧖 Sauna & Spa 🍸 Craft Bar 🏚 Underground Experiences
Explore the Property
EVANDER JOHNSON CITY · TEXAS
12 Acres
7 Ranch Homes
12+ Amenities Nearby
3 Partners
33% Ownership Each
$8M Projected Valuation

The Evander Johnson City Estate

A thoughtfully designed micro-resort blending modern luxury with authentic Texas Hill Country character — built to attract high-end short-term rental guests year-round.

The Amenity Center

The heart of the estate — a stunning building with 4 private luxury suites and world-class shared facilities available exclusively to guests and investors.

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    Resort-Style Pool
    Heated pool with sun deck, cabanas and outdoor lounging areas
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    Pickleball Court
    Regulation court with night lighting — most popular resort amenity in the Hill Country
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    Finnish Sauna
    Private cedar sauna with cold plunge for up to 8 guests
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    Craft Bar & Wine Cellar
    Curated Texas wine cellar and craft cocktail bar with terrace access
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    Outdoor Terraces
    Multiple communal terrace areas with panoramic Hill Country views
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    4 Luxury Suites
    Fully appointed suites with premium finishes within the Amenity Center itself

The 7 Ranch Homes

Seven architecturally striking barn-ranch structures — rugged Texas character outside, high-end modern design inside. Each home has its own private underground experience below.

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The Spa House

Underground massage & spa bunker

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The Cinema House

Immersive underground movie theater

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The Game House

Underground gaming lounge & arcade

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The Cellar House

Private underground wine tasting cellar

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The Studio House

Underground recording & music studio

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The Library House

Underground lounge & reading retreat

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The Fitness House

Underground private gym & boxing studio with recovery room

7 Barn-Ranch Homes · Each One Unique

Modern interiors concealed beneath authentic Texas barn-ranch exteriors. Every home features a bespoke underground experience — the ultimate luxury surprise for guests.

Home 01

The Spa House

3 BR · 3 BA · 2,200 sq ft

↓ Underground Massage & Spa
Home 02

The Cinema House

3 BR · 2 BA · 2,100 sq ft

↓ Underground Movie Theater
Home 03

The Game House

4 BR · 3 BA · 2,400 sq ft

↓ Underground Gaming Lounge
Home 04

The Cellar House

3 BR · 3 BA · 2,200 sq ft

↓ Underground Wine Cellar
Home 05

The Studio House

3 BR · 2 BA · 2,000 sq ft

↓ Underground Music Studio
Home 06

The Library House

2 BR · 2 BA · 1,800 sq ft

↓ Underground Lounge & Library
Home 07 · Flagship

The Fitness House · Flagship Unit

4 BR · 4 BA · 3,000 sq ft · Premium finishes & private hot tub

↓ Underground Private Gym, Boxing Studio & Recovery Room

Four Funds. One Vision.

Each fund represents a distinct phase of the development lifecycle — from land acquisition through full hospitality operations. Three equal partners share 33% ownership throughout.

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Phase 1 · Complete

Land Acquisition Fund

Three equal partners acquire 12 acres of prime Hill Country vineyard land in Johnson City. Each partner holds an equal 33% ownership stake in the LLC. The land was acquired at well below comparable market comparables, setting the foundation for strong appreciation.

$1.2MLand Cost
$400KPer Partner
33%Each Partner
Land is used as collateral for the construction loan — generating a $600K credit that reduces Fund II capital requirements.
II
Phase 2 · Active

Construction Fund

Total build-out cost for the 7 ranch homes and Amenity Center is $4.5M. Partners provide a 25% down payment ($1.25M) with a construction loan covering the remaining $3M. The land credit of $600K reduces partner cash required to just $200K each — which is fully returned in Year 1 from operating cash.

$4.5MTotal Build
$200KPer Partner
$3MLoan
Construction loan: $3M. Land credit: $600K. Cash down per partner: only $200K — returned in full during Year 1 from operating income.
III
Phase 3 · Launch

Hospitality & Operations Fund

The $300K hospitality fund covers full furnishing packages for all units, a curated activity and experience menu, professional website and booking system, all marketing and brand collateral, and the engagement of a professional property management company to maintain year-round occupancy. This is the engine that drives all ongoing revenue.

$300KTotal
$100KPer Partner
Yr 1Revenue Start
Includes: full furnishing, booking platform, brand identity, activity packages, marketing, and full-service management company (STR + activities).
IV
Phase 4 · Year 5+

Expansion & Refinance Fund

After 5 years of operations, the property is reappraised. With strong rental income history and regional growth, the projected value reaches $30M. An 80% LTV refinance yields $20M — leaving only $4M in outstanding debt. Partners choose: acquire 12 adjacent acres and build a second resort, take distributions, or pass equity to heirs tax-free (cash-out refinancing is not classified as income).

$30MYr 5 Value
$20MRefi Loan
$0Tax Owed*
*Cash-out refinancing proceeds are not taxable income under current U.S. tax law. Consult your tax advisor.

Your $600K · What It Becomes

Here's a transparent, step-by-step breakdown of how your initial $600K investment grows through construction, operations, appreciation, and the Year 5 refinance event.

Day1

Initial Capital Commitment

Total cash deployed across all three funds at closing.

−$600K per partner Fund I (Land): $400K · Fund II (Construction Down): $200K · Fund III (Hospitality): $100K — additional $100K hospitality called later
Year1

Construction Down Payment Returned

Year 1 operating cash flow from rentals and activities recovers the $200K construction down payment for each partner. Your net capital at risk drops to $400K.

+$200K returned · Net at risk: $400K STR income from 7 homes + 4 suites begins generating cash immediately upon opening
Yr1–5

Ongoing Rental & Activity Income

Short-term rental income from 11 units (7 homes + 4 amenity center suites) plus activity revenue — vineyard tours, lake trips, tastings, and experiences — generate strong annual distributions to each partner.

Quarterly distributions · 33% of net income Managed by professional STR company year-round · Target 65–75% occupancy · Activity revenue adds a second income stream
Year5

Property Reappraisal & Cash-Out Refinance

The property is professionally reappraised. With 5 years of rental history, regional appreciation, and completed improvements, the estate is valued at $30M. A cash-out refinance at 80% LTV provides $20M — against only $4M in remaining construction debt.

$16M free capital · 33% per partner = $5.33M each Tax-free cash-out proceeds · Partners retain 33% equity in a $30M asset · No income tax event
Exit

Choose Your Path

With $5.33M tax-free in hand and a 33% stake in a $30M property still generating income, each partner decides their own exit strategy.

Reinvest · Take it home · Pass it on Option A: Acquire 12 adjacent acres and build Resort II  |  Option B: Distribute and reallocate  |  Option C: Transfer equity to heirs tax-free
$600K Total In Your full capital commitment
across all 4 phases
$5.33M+ Year 5 Cash-Out Tax-free refinance proceeds
per partner at Year 5
8.9x Cash-on-Cash Return Plus retained 33% equity
in a $30M asset
Phase Description Total Capital Per Partner (33%) Cash Flow
Fund I Land Acquisition — 12 acres, Johnson City TX $1,200,000 −$400,000 Land secured as collateral
Fund II Construction Down Payment (25% of $4.5M, net of $600K land credit) $650,000 −$200,000 $3M construction loan funded
Fund III Hospitality: furnishing, website, bookings, management co., activities $300,000 −$100,000 Operations launched
Total In All-in capital commitment per partner $2,150,000 −$700,000
Year 1 Fund II down payment returned from operating cash flow $600,000 +$200,000 Net at risk: $400K
Yr 1–5 STR rental income + activity revenue distributions (33% of net) Est. $2M+ +$660K+ Quarterly distributions
Year 5 Cash-out refinance: $20M loan on $30M appraisal minus $4M debt $16,000,000 +$5,330,000 Tax-free proceeds
Year 5+ Retained 33% equity in $30M asset (net of $4M debt) $26,000,000 $8,580,000 Ongoing income + appreciation
TOTAL VALUE Cash-out + Retained Equity + Distributions vs. $600K Initial Investment ~$14.5M+ per partner ~24x · 89% CAGR (5 yr)

Projections are illustrative and based on stated assumptions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult your financial and tax advisor before investing.

24x
Projected Return Multiple

Hospitality Investing, Reimagined.

Unlike passive REITs or distant fund investments, Evander partners co-own a tangible, income-generating luxury asset — with the lifestyle benefits to match.

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    You Own the Asset

    Direct LLC ownership — not a passive fund unit. Full transparency and co-decision rights alongside your partners.

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    Multiple Revenue Streams

    STR rentals, amenity center bookings, vineyard tours, lake excursions, wine tastings — all driving income from Day 1.

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    Tax-Advantaged Exit

    Cash-out refinancing is not taxable income. The Year 5 event produces millions without triggering a tax bill.

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    Reinvest or Exit — Your Choice

    After refinancing, take your capital home, inherit equity to your family, or roll into the next Evander micro-resort.

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    Fully Managed. Passive for You.

    Professional STR management handles all bookings, maintenance, guest services, and activity operations.

More Than a Stay — An Experience

Activities and curated experiences are a core revenue driver, differentiating Evander from standard short-term rentals and commanding premium pricing year-round.

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Vineyard Tours & Tastings

Guided tours of Johnson City's award-winning wineries with private tastings — curated for groups or couples

Lake Excursions

Private boat tours and sunset cruises on Lake LBJ and Inks Lake — just 30 minutes from the estate

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City Day Trips

Curated Austin, San Antonio, and Fredericksburg day experiences with private transport and guide

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Hill Country Hiking

Guided nature walks through Pedernales Falls and Enchanted Rock — a Hill Country bucket-list experience

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Resort Amenity Access

Pickleball, pool, sauna, and bar — on-site premium amenities included with every stay

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Private BBQ & Chef Events

In-house catering experiences with local chefs, Texas BBQ masters, and farm-to-table dinners on the terrace

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Wellness Retreats

Private yoga, sound healing, cold plunge, and massage packages available as add-ons for every booking

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Event Hosting

Weddings, corporate retreats, birthday buyouts — the entire estate available for private events at premium rates

What Our Partners Are Saying

★★★★★

"The combination of direct ownership, tax-free exit, and a project I can actually visit and enjoy — it's unlike any investment I've made. The Hill Country is booming and we're right in the middle of it."

JM
James M.
Founding Partner · Evander Johnson City
★★★★★

"The underground experience concept is genius — guests are blown away and it justifies a real pricing premium over standard Hill Country rentals. The activity packages are already generating waitlists."

RL
Rachel L.
Founding Partner · Evander Johnson City
★★★★★

"$600K entry point, $200K back in Year 1, and a clear path to $5M+ in five years — the numbers speak for themselves. But honestly the asset itself is what excites me most. It's a world-class property."

TK
Thomas K.
Founding Partner · Evander Johnson City

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly am I investing in?
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You are purchasing a direct 33% ownership stake in a Texas LLC that owns a 12-acre luxury micro-resort in Johnson City, TX — including 7 barn-ranch homes, each with a unique underground experience, and an Amenity Center with 4 suites, pool, pickleball court, sauna, bar, and wine cellar. This is direct real estate ownership, not a passive fund unit.
What is the total investment required and when is capital called?
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Total investment is approximately $600K–$700K per partner, deployed in stages: Fund I (Land) at $400K, Fund II (Construction Down) at $200K, and Fund III (Hospitality) at $100K. Fund II capital ($200K) is returned in Year 1 from operations. Additional small capital calls may occur but are repaid within the same year.
How does the construction financing work?
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Total build cost is $4.5M. Partners provide a 25% down payment (~$1.25M), but the land itself is credited as $600K of collateral by the lender — reducing partner cash required to ~$650K total, or $200K each. The remaining $3M is funded via a construction loan. The overall construction brings the total project cost from $4.5M down to $3M out-of-pocket, leaving ~$500K in retained cash to recover initial capital in Year 1.
How is rental income distributed?
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All net income from short-term rentals (7 homes + 4 amenity suites), event hosting, activity bookings, and experiences is distributed proportionally to the three partners on a quarterly basis. Each partner receives 33% of net operating income after operating expenses and debt service.
Why is the Year 5 refinance event tax-free?
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A cash-out refinance is a loan, not income — you are borrowing against the equity in your property. Under current U.S. tax law, loan proceeds are not classified as taxable income. This means each partner can receive $5M+ at Year 5 without triggering a personal income tax event. It's one of the most powerful features of direct real estate ownership. Always consult your CPA for your specific situation.
Who manages the property day-to-day?
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Fund III includes the engagement of a professional short-term rental management company to handle all reservations, guest check-in/out, housekeeping, maintenance, and activity bookings year-round. Partners are fully passive — your only job is reviewing quarterly reports and deciding where to book your own stay.
Why Johnson City and the Texas Hill Country?
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Johnson City sits at the center of the Texas Wine Trail — the fastest-growing wine region in the United States — just 60 miles from Austin. The area draws over 2 million visitors annually, with demand consistently exceeding available luxury lodging supply. Land values are appreciating rapidly as Austin's population expands westward, creating exceptional upside for early buyers.
What happens at the end of the investment cycle?
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At Year 5, partners vote on their preferred path: (1) execute the cash-out refinance and reinvest proceeds into a second Evander micro-resort, (2) take distributions personally, or (3) transfer equity to heirs. The asset remains operational and income-generating indefinitely — there is no mandatory sale or wind-down.

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