Old Mill Crossing is located in the heart of Granbury Texas "Where Texas History Lives". Our neighborhood is anchored by the famous 1879 DL Nutt House, a grand Plantation style home built by David Lee Nutt and his family. The Nutt family donated to Hood County the land that is currently occupied by the Historic Town Square and County Court House during the regions early years of development. The home had been owned and occupied by three generations of Nutt's, most recently by Mary Lou Watkins Nutt, a pioneer in historic preservation and promotion. Mary Lou owned and operated the Nutt House Hotel on the Square and was responsible for organizing efforts to designate the Town Square as one of the only one of its kind to be entirely on the National Historic registry.

Old Mill Crossing is designed and constructed to preserve and promote the rich history of Granbury and this original homestead. The name Old Mill Crossing is a testament to this history and the story of its early occupants and neighbors. In the early years of Granbury's development, the Lambert Branch of Lake Granbury that lies on the northern edge of Old Mill crossing was merely a creek bed. This location acted as a low water or dry bed crossing for Mill workers as they commuted to work on foot to one of the largest employers in the area, a Cotton Gin on the NW side of town. During this era "When Cotton was King", agriculture and cotton related enterprises such as processing, packing, storage and shipping were the driving forces in Granbury's early economy making Granbury the social and economic center of the region.

As jobs grew more plentiful closer to the new town, homes and businesses were constructed and families began to move from the outlying rural areas to be closer to work and basic services. Many of these early homes still exist today. The diverse architecture like the Historic DL Nutt House and the charming Cottages of Counts Alley are reflective of the many different needs, interests and backgrounds of its early citizens and the areas numerous economic and social eras. Old Mill Crossing is committed to continuing its role as a bridge to the social and economic heart and history of Granbury. Its architecture will honor rather than re-invent, its streets and sidewalks will reconnect rather than exclude, and its residents will rediscover rather than set themselves apart from the values of the past and the rich history and resources of the community.

Old Mill Crossing is committed to creating a neighborhood with historic, social and architectural integrity, constructed in a way that creates a legacy for friends and families to cherish for generations.

Social Integration

Old Mill Crossing will create an environment that connects valuable community resources increasing access to the Town Square, Convention Center, Hike and Bike Trail and Granbury's rich natural resources. Creating a unique identity for Old Mill Crossing cannot preclude a commitment of service to and interdependence with the greater community of Granbury.

Historic Compatibility

Everything undertaken will set an example for design and construction standards for New Old Homes and restorations that redefine principles of historical compatibility in areas near or adjacent to the Historic Preservation District.

Architectural Integrity

Old Mill Crossing will only construct homes employing methods and design standards, genuine architectural elements and appropriate materials that reflect the rich history of Granbury and surrounding communities.