From the moment you pass through the gated vestibule and enter the exquisite courtyard—surrounded by a host of cozy, custom-built locally sourced stone seating area, greeted by the calming sounds of the state-of-the-art whole house Sonos audio distribution system, and anchored by a charming fountain and wood-vaulted colonnade that immediately sweep you away to another place entirely—everything about this property in prestigious Seven Oaks feels like coming home to an exclusive resort. Designed by Joseph Volpe and built by Jon Luce, with all the thoughtfulness and craftsmanship you would expect from such an influential pairing, this 6,499 square-foot, 5-bedroom home on just over an acre of gently sloping hill country land leaves nothing to be desired.
The smooth troweled stucco walkways of the home’s exquisite exterior are immediately mirrored in the gently arched doors and custom wood-cased windows that frame the gorgeous views from the home’s entryway, uniting the two and setting the tone for the rare combination of luxurious and peaceful excellence this house exudes. From the soaring, beamed ceilings of the dining room that is flanked by a custom wine wall housing 700 bottles of wine, to the generously-sized library grounded by handcrafted floor-to-ceiling custom built-ins, to the upgraded Hayward wireless home control systems, this exclusive estate is the ideal place to easily host large parties of 50 or more or to enjoy simple family gatherings for a quiet weekend retreat. And the private, fully accoutered guest casita that opens to the magically serene courtyard takes this home from special to spectacular.
At the heart of this open and airy space is a gorgeous gourmet kitchen with an 8-burner Wolf range, dual dishwashers, deceptively generous amounts of storage, and a custom butcher block island that makes the whole space feel warm and inviting. Surrounded by the breakfast nook and the family room and with a view of the hill country treetops, this kitchen is sure to be a place where family is enjoyed and memories are made. Adjacent to the more public areas of the main floor, the home’s primary bedroom wing offers even more amenities to make everyday living easy and enjoyable: exquisite wide oak floors, a wall of windows that lead to the private patio, a pass-through coffee niche, and a well-appointed luxury bathroom complete with a giant walk-through closet. The two upstairs ensuite bedrooms and the private living room space that adjoins them provides even more space to live and play. In addition, the oversized three-car garage and the hidden bonus workshop with full egress to the courtyard serves as the perfect example of this home’s smartly functional luxury.
Not to be outdone by the majestic interior of the home, the thousands of square feet of covered outdoor living space provides even more gorgeous space for luxurious and peaceful living. The wraparound back patio offers several distinctive areas for friends and family to cook, dine, play games, or simply gather by the wood-burning fireplace and watch a movie or ballgame. Below, the resort style waterfall pool and spa are the perfect place to escape and enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature spilling from the protected preserve that borders the property. The large, flat lawn—complete with a sport court and sprawling heritage oak—is the crown jewel to this home’s magnificent outdoor retreat, nestled in the slower-paced rolling hills West of Austin yet perfectly situated just minutes from award winning Eanes ISD schools and a short drive away from the bustling vibes of downtown Austin.