0.33 Acres in Austin, TX - $1,349,000

Luxury meets functionality in this flawlessly designed home in the distinguished Serene Hills community near Bee Cave. This is a home of distinction. Grace and style are in every detail. And the home is wonderfully functional with multiple flex spaces, bedrooms that are all on the main level, tons of storage space, UV/Infrared protection on every window, and a new 2-stage AC system. From the stunning gourmet kitchen to the magnificent covered back portico, this spacious home exudes warmth and comfort at every turn. In addition, the home sits on an exquisitely manicured flat lot that could accommodate a swimming pool – a rare find in the lovely hills outside Bee Cave. An open entryway forms a grand hall that stretches regally from the front door past a charming flex room to the back of the home with gorgeous dark wood floors, elegant tray ceilings, and thoughtfully designed wall space for art and furnishings. The beautiful flex room has charming, exposed wood beams, tray ceiling, and graceful double doors - ideal for a den, office, library or formal dining room. At the end of the grand hall is the warm and inviting open-concept living/kitchen/dining area. The living room showcases a wood-beamed vaulted ceiling, classy plaster fireplace with a chimney-inspired hood, dry bar and wall of windows that looks onto the huge covered portico with its massive stone fireplace and outdoor kitchen. A lovely Juliet balcony looks onto the living room from a large second-floor loft. The kitchen is a chef’s dream. It has all Viking appliances including a 6-burner stainless range with convection oven, stylish vent hood, a 2nd convection oven, double stainless refrigerator and more. In addition, the kitchen has a large island and bar, roomy pantry & butler’s pantry, and custom, solid-wood cabinetry designed by Kent Moore. The adjacent dining area is enhanced by magnificent windows and can easily serve as either a breakfast room or main dining room. The primary bedroom suite is a peaceful retreat with the warmth of natural wood beams and lots of natural light. The spa area is spacious and tranquil with a huge soaking tub, walk-in shower, towering ceiling, double vanity with stone countertops, and 2 extra large walk-in closets with amazing, fully adjustable custom built-ins and shelving. Two spacious front bedrooms have big closets and are connected by an adorable Jack & Jill bath with a lovely ceiling arch. A 4th bedroom is a privately situated ensuite – ideal for guests. The laundry room has lots of built-in cabinets and is designed for washer, dryer and a 2nd refrigerator. A drop zone/mud room leads to a remarkable, oversized 3-car garage with enormous custom storage cabinets, safe racks, double water heater, water softener system, and Wifi irrigation system. Upstairs, a large multi-purpose loft peers over the Juliet balcony to the living room below. Also upstairs, a ½-bath, wet bar, and impressive media room that can easily flex to be a large study, sewing room, crafts room, or private 5th bedroom. The home’s huge attic offers an abundance of additional storage space. Professionally landscaped yards include gorgeous live oak trees and perfectly manicured lawns that accentuate this exquisite home. The spectacular back covered portico is worthy of a home and garden magazine cover, featuring a massive stone fireplace, large sitting area, outdoor kitchen (with gas grill, sink and fridge), and automatic solar shades to assure complete privacy and comfort. The yard is flat and has ample room for a swimming pool. This wonderfully comfortable & sophisticated home is in the prestigious Serene Hills community near Bee Cave and in the esteemed Lake Travis ISD. Serene Hills is a short drive from a handful of destination golf resorts, country clubs, parks, sports complexes, major shopping centers, popular restaurants, and music venues. Photos have been virtually staged/edited.