Through a gated entrance and down a tree-lined gravel drive adorned with manicured flower beds, this 2,790 square foot jewel-box home-–which exudes old-world European charm and craftsmanship--is the epitome of simplified sophistication in the heart of Westlake. Set on .63 acres of wooded luxury, every inch of this exceptionally curated property is designed for graciously casual living. From the reclaimed Corinthian columns and ornate hand-carved window and doorway moldings to the turn-of-the-century staircase rescued from a historic Austin library, this charming property feels like it was plucked right out of the Fredericksburg countryside.

 Stepping inside feels like returning to a time when quality was valued and life was simpler. The warm yet stately dining and living rooms off the grand foyer beckon guests to linger in conversations with close friends and family or enjoy an evening of solitude surrounded by the wood burning fireplace. The kitchen and its sitting room, which were recently taken to the studs and brought back to life with all the attention to detail as historic portions of the home, provide all the convenience of modern family living with a lovely granite island, a five-burner Bosch gas stove, and Kalamera beverage cooler. The kitchen’s French doors open to a private oasis with a gorgeous pool and spa surrounded by exquisite Leuder natural stone coping that leads to a host of outdoor living areas including several smaller seating areas along the meandering paths and a spacious covered pavilion complete with crafted wooden trusses and a wood burning limestone fireplace to enjoy while utilizing the full outdoor kitchen and relaxing to the Bose sound system. The hidden backside of the pavilion houses a tidy workshop and motorcycle garage in addition to a bonus room, perfect for a detached home office or more creative pursuits such as potting plants, crafting, or reading a book to the sounds of nature all around.

 Back inside, the home’s four bedrooms and three bathrooms boast high ceilings, updated fixtures and materials, and treetop views from every window. The downstairs bedroom with an adjacent full bath is perfect for hosting guests and could even be transformed into a beautiful den or office. The second-floor primary suite is flooded with light from the windows that frame in the relaxing, private views at every turn. There is generous closet storage in the bedroom with built-in shelving and drawers in addition to supplemental off-season closet storage nearby. The bathroom suite is well-accoutered with a seamless glass shower and soaking tub that overlooks the backyard pool through the filtered light of the treetops. The other two bedrooms are roomy enough for queen beds, leaving plenty of floor space for a desk or play area for the kids.

While there are so many unparalleled features of this unique property, perhaps the best is its unrivaled location in this wonderfully private setting that is literally walking distance to all three award-winning Eanes ISD schools, an e-bike ride to Westlake Village, and numerous other shops, restaurants, and grocery stores, and less than a ten-minute drive to parks, downtown, or any of the three Westlake adjacent country clubs. It is truly the perfect family and entertaining home, steps from all that people love about the close-knit Westlake community.