Family living doesn’t get much
better than this. Imagine more than 3,700 square feet of
Tuscan-inspired villa built by Waldrop Builders, at Greenshores, a
luxurious waterfront community on Lake Austin, where family fun, lake
living and a relaxed lifestyle are the order of the day.
Take in the expansive front yard, and then enter an open courtyard
garden that takes advantage of native plants and local greenery to
create an inviting retreat. And that’s just the outside.
Walk into the foyer and that’s where you’ll see something not found in
most luxury homes. A round foyer connects the home’s kitchen great room
and gallery, creating drama by offering visitors just a peek of what
awaits in each room. Architect Elliot Johnson, AIA, says "it’s what’s
unique about a house that makes a statement" and this one certainly
does.
It’s an entrance that requires visitors to be in motion to appreciate
all it has to offer and to be adventurous; without exploring, one might
miss its subtleties. The home’s great room is reminiscent of a classic
Tuscan dining room, that is, if it were in a centuries-old villa. With
its 17-foot high ceilings, exposed beams and classic clerestory
windows, this practical room combines the formal living and dining
rooms for an elegant and comfortable space.
Another unique feature in this showplace is a curving wet bar that
connects the great room to the kitchen. It’s a link to the formal and
informal spaces of the house. Other special touches include Thermador
appliances in the kitchen, a gourmet cook’s dream; a pedicure spa in
the master bath; and a three-car garage.
A perfect family retreat, this well-designed home offers four bedrooms,
three-and-a-half baths, and a study, plenty of room for the most active
lifestyles. Outdoor living areas are in keeping with the lake
lifestyle, and boat access to the water means easy decisions for
spontaneous weekend plans.