Heather Hudson presents

Breathtaking views from every room in the home and guest house! The custom negative edge pool and hot tub create an oasis of their own! This 1.24-acre property boasts panoramic views over Lake Travis while remaining private and nondescript from the street. This privacy wall creates the perfect lock-and-leave scenario for someone interested in having a second home in Austin, Texas. With a total of 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths over 3287 square feet, this property is big enough for everyone to have their own space while being the perfect size for minimal maintenance.

Address: 12500 Lyndon Drive, Austin, TX 78732

Price: $2,275,000

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For more information, please contact Heather Hudson at 512-431-2120 or heather.hudson@compass.com

Heather Hudson is the exclusive agent representing the West Lake Hills, TX real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Heather Hudson presents

Stunning New England-style home in desirable Lost Creek neighborhood in Westlake and Eanes ISD. This 4 bedroom home has it all for a large family needing space. With almost 3500 square feet and five different living areas (in addition to the formal dining and breakfast room), everyone has a unique space. From sipping tea in the sunlit breakfast room overlooking the beautiful oversized yard, curling up to read a good book in the library, or getting your workout in before the workday in your personal home gym, this home offers so much. Unique features like reclaimed interior brick, cantilevered shelves, a custom coffee bar nook under the stairs, and designer wall coverings and light fixtures give this Lost Creek home its charm. The media room is a great place for the family to congregate and watch a movie or the hottest TV shows together. Once you take a step into the backyard you are welcomed by an oversized deck with three different sitting areas. The home comes with a large 8-seat iron table, a chicken coop, and one of the most beautiful trees in all of Lost Creek! Lost Creek features a community park, hiking trails, a dog park, and community-organized events from a 4th of July Parade to a Lost Creek Dad's Chili Cook-off! Lost Creek Country Club is minutes away and features top-notch golf, tennis, swimming, and recreational and lap pools. Come join the fun in Lost Creek and see what everyone is talking about!

Address: 2103 Doral Drive, Austin, TX 78746

Price: $1,745,000

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For more information, please contact Heather Hudson at 512-431-2120 or heather.hudson@compass.com

Heather Hudson is the exclusive agent representing the West Lake Hills, TX real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Barbara Van Dyke present

Home on a 1-acre lot with low tax rate and Texas Hill Country views

Conveniently located between Austin and Dripping Springs, this charming country home on a 1-acre lot, harkens back to a simpler time when relaxing on the front porch was the perfect way to end a day. The spacious, natural-light-filled home offers plenty of space for living, working, and enjoying life. Features include an oversized primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a separate office, two living and two dining areas, plus an open loft area upstairs with endless Hill Country views.

Throughout the interior, thoughtful updates, including new paint, flooring, and updated bathrooms, make the home feel fresh without feeling fussy or overdone. Outside, a stone wall encircled courtyard sits just off the kitchen, under a canopy of tall oak trees, making it perfect for backyard barbeques or just enjoying the fire pit.

Located in the sought-after Southwest Hills neighborhood with convenient access to 290 and all that Austin has to offer. The home offers a low 1.77 tax rate and low utilities thanks to solar panels that convey. The roof and both HVAC systems were replaced in 2021.

Address: 9508 Derecho Bend, Austin, TX 78737

For more information, please contact Barbara Van Dyke at 512-431-2552 or barbara.vandyke@compass.com

Barbara Van Dyke is the exclusive agent representing the Austin, Texas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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They were hosted by Haute Living's Erik Haase. Watch the full webinar below.

Highlight quotes:

Susan Stark: "I did not know what the rest of the world was going to do, but I was going back to work. This is an essential business. What I did was get on coaching calls and I made an extraordinary effort to reconnect with everybody. Calling agents, calling friends, calling clients, getting on Zoom meetings, get doing the inspirational things, and not accepting that the world was coming to an end. When I came back, we got out there and it was hot. We had our gloves on and our masks on in the houses. It was not glamorous at all. The story is we just trudge through. It was really about opening our minds to new ideas. It was about understanding that the world is never going to be the same again and we have got to flow with it."

Andrea Desy Edrei:  "Everyone is an agent now. Everyone is an investor. All of the investment properties are going to realtors that want to dabble in the market, so it is interesting to see how it pans out. There are been people that are getting their license because their parents are selling their house. I think that is great, but at the end of the day, you are not in this twenty-four-seven. This is not a part time business. You are only as good as your network. We have been fortunate we do a lot of marketing. It is a huge thing for us. Trying to think outside of the box has been a very big thing for us. There are always more properties that have not and will not sell because of the price or just how they are positioned. It is a matter of time, but I do not think we can just rely on how crazy the frenzy is right now."

Barbara Van Dyke: "Within Texas, Austin and Dallas are the two markets. They are experiencing the most growth. We have about 200 people moving to the Austin market each day. We have had so many companies that have relocated here. It is driving tens of thousands of jobs and people are going to continue to come here. I would say almost every agent I know had their best year ever last year. We did not slow down. Unlike a lot of other areas of the country, real estate continued to be one of those critical, essential businesses that did not have to shut down. In reality, throughout the entire year of last year, and even into this year, I have never stopped showing homes. I never stopped listing homes.”

Mary Pichardo: "I believe that real estate is the most important investment. Even if you are going to buy your house and your primary residence, I firmly believe that you have to create a strategy. Because there is opportunity everywhere, you have to try to focus. If everybody is going to a single family, you have to look from other options. Have a vision and have an open mind when you are looking, especially in this market. Now is a great opportunity. I am very glad that I got this space to network and of course, hear all the experiences and that we are not alone in this market. I would like to have the opportunity to keep on going with these conversations and, of course, be able to help everybody that wants to come to our beautiful city and our state."

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One of Compass Real Estate’s Core Principles is “Learning From Realty.”  While this is a rule the company uses in listening to us, as agents, it’s also a good rule of thumb for agents. After losing a number of multiple-offer bids, here is what I have learned while representing buyers in the most competitive market in the US.

With the stiff, almost cutthroat, competition we are seeing in Austin's housing market, here is a list of best practices that we will use to ensure you have the best chance of actually winning the house of your dreams.

1) Be prepared to offer well over asking.  Since January 2021, I have been seeing homes selling for 10 to 25 percent or more over the list price. That may mean we need to search for homes that are priced significantly below your approved budget in order to even have a shot at winning.

2) Waive your right to terminate if the property doesn’t appraise. The truth is, with prices escalating so quickly, homes will not appraise.  Why? Because coms are lagging indicators. Appraisers use SOLD comparables when determining appraised value and they look back six months.  That means the houses selling today are outpacing the comps. It will take several months—at least—for comps to catch up. But, if you want to win, you must be ok with waiving an appraisal.  NO ONE is accepting offers that are not using the appraisal waiver.

3) Make sure you have the cash to make up the difference between the appraised value and the contract price.  Sellers will require you to show proof that you have that cash on hand—called proof of funds. Typically, this means showing the seller a copy of your bank statement with a cash balance that is in excess of the cash down payment PLUS an amount sufficient to cover the appraisal gap.  Without this, the seller will reject your offer.

4) Waive buyer’s approval. Whoa! What? If you are not paying all cash for your new home, you should have gone through underwriting with your lender so that you are FULLY approved and ready to go. Sellers want guarantees that you are able to complete the transaction and will not terminate because you can’t get approved for the loan. This is RISKY, but as long as you feel secure in your ability to complete the transaction and you have that discussion with your lender, making a contract NOT subject to you being approved will give you a competitive edge. As a reminder, a pre-approval letter from your lender MUST be submitted with your offer. Using a trusted local lender is critical and can be the difference between winning and losing the bid.

5) Pay for all the “seller” expenses. This is a big one. In a normal market, it is common to write a contract with the seller paying for the owner’s title policy, a new survey if needed, a home warranty, HOA documents and transfer fees. Forget about that in this competitive environment. Those expenses have always been negotiable, but today, I recommend all buyers offer to pay these expenses. Remember, the goal is to make your offer most attractive to the seller.

6) Increase your earnest money to at least 2 percent if not more. If the contract terminates, the earnest money is returned to the buyer in most circumstances, so it’s a fairly low-risk strategy. To the seller, it shows you have more “skin in the game” and can be a competitive edge in helping you win. Remember, if the deal does go through, this money is credited to your purchase price and closing costs.

7) Offer a VERY large option fee for as few days as is reasonable. I have seen some contracts waive their option period. I DO NOT recommend this unless you are a builder, an experienced remodeler, or perhaps if you are buying new construction or are going into a home that you know you plan to totally remodel. Otherwise, I can’t, in all good conscience, recommend this. Instead, offering a very large option fee ($5,000, $10,000, etc.) for a few days is a good strategy.  The key is to have an inspector lined up and ready to go the minute the contract is executed and knowing, what, if anything, would cause you to walk away.

8) Get creative. Some buyers in today’s market have even offered to pay the agents’ commissions and the sellers’ moving expenses just to win the deal. What extra things can you throw in to the offer?

9) At the end of the day, cash is king.  Paying all cash for your home is one of the best competitive strategies available. Not everyone can do this of course, but if you are in a position to do that, do it and be prepared to show proof of funds.

10) Pray. It can’t hurt!

For more information, please contact Barbara Van Dyke at 512-431-2552 or barbara.vandyke@compass.com

Barbara Van Dyke is the exclusive agent representing the Austin, Texas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Barbara Van Dyke represented the sale of this beautifully remodeled home in Lakeway, TX.

This beautifully remodeled, move-in-ready home has an updated, contemporary feel. Hardwood flooring throughout the home with no carpet in sight. Updated appliances, fixtures and great flat backyard with room for a pool. Master plus second bedroom/office on first floor. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the coveted Flintrock Falls gated community within close proximity to amazing Lake Travis ISD schools. A great lock-and-leave.

Address: 111 Reflection Bay Court, Lakeway, TX 78738

Price: $635,000

For more information, please contact Barbara Van Dyke at 512-431-2552 or barbara.vandyke@compass.com

Barbara Van Dyke is the exclusive agent representing the Austin, Texas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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"The better question to ask may be why wouldn’t you?. In today’s ever more complex sale process, the correct advice from a trusted real estate agent is now even more valuable than going it alone." - Cristal Clarke, Montecito, CA.

"A homeowner who decides to sell without the assistance of a professional realtor takes on a great deal of liability. The risk outweighs the benefit." - Tim Fenton, Costa Rica.

"As part of our licensing process, we have a duty to stay up with and ahead of all of the new legislation that is passed every year. It’s imperative for a seller to be aware of what they’re liable for in a sale, and realtors are a key component to making that process seamless." - David Gemme, Tahoe City, CA.

"The reason to list with an agent is to achieve the goal of maximizing property exposure through many different avenues not available to the homeowner that will ultimately get the highest possible sales price." - Debra Johnston, Atlanta, GA.

"As they say in the legal world, ''only a fool represents themselves'... Plus a good agent can more than make the commission up in proper marketing and proper negotiating through the sale process and protect the seller with disclosures...  It is always wise to have a good agent.  They do much more than just ''sell' a property!" - Carey Kendall, Santa Ynez Valley, CA.

"In the process of selling a home, resourcing to a real estate expert is the smart thing to do. We have the tools and experience to price and market properties accordingly. We also possess a strong network of brokers and buyers, which often shortens the sales cycle. And time is money!" - Claudia Llanes, Edgewater, FL.

"Many people see the agent as an unnecessary expense, especially in a strong sellers’ market.   The reality is a great agent not only knows how to best price and position a home in the market so it brings the most money, he or she will also negotiate repairs, manage the transaction from start to close, and help keep the seller out of legal trouble by properly advising them on necessary disclosures." - Barbara Van Dyke, Austin, TX.

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"We can expect the sharp economic rebound in the Houston housing market to spread well into the 1^st half of 2021 (not sure how long it will last). One thing for sure, I strongly urge both buyers and sellers to take advantage of the economic swing as it is a win-win for both sides." - Elisa Linton, Humble/Kingwood, Houston, TX, metropolitan area.

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“The San Antonio market is one of the most desirable in the country with warm weather, outdoor spaces and high quality of life.  Texas continues to show positive job growth as new businesses are relocating to Texas every day.  San Antonio has some of the most affordable housing in the state and with inventory hovering around a 2-month supply and cost of funds convincing buyers there has never been a better time to upgrade.” - Jennifer Shemwell, President, Phyllis Browning Company, San Antonio, TX.

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"Austin real estate is poised for another record-breaking year in 2021. The number of companies relocating to Austin and the jobs they are bringing, combined with the incredibly low interest rates are driving tremendous demand from buyers in our market.  The largest challenge we are facing is the lack of inventory." - Barbara Van Dyke, Austin, TX.

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Haute Residence member Barbara Van Dyke represented the sale of this gorgeous home in Johnson City, TX.

Whether you are looking for a primary home or a weekend escape from the city, this gorgeous Hill Country home has it all. Conveniently located between Austin and Fredericksburg, this 12-acre property is fully fenced and gated for privacy and security. The home was extensively remodeled in 2017 and is now complete with a large gourmet eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry, center island, a secondary scullery/prep kitchen and formal dining room. The wine room and bar area are tucked just off the kitchen. The spacious, open living room leads out to an oversized, covered patio and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. The spacious owner's suite features a spa-like bath where one can imagine soaking stress away while taking in the spectacular views. Three large additional bedrooms provide plenty of space for family or guests. The current owners also built a separate, 500 sf +/- conditioned space above the garage that is currently used as an art studio and is not counted in the square footage of the home.

Address: 2601 Ranch Road 1323, Johnson City, TX 78636

Price: $1,200,000

For more information, please contact Barbara Van Dyke at 512-431-2552 or barbara.vandyke@compass.com

Barbara Van Dyke is the exclusive agent representing the Austin, Texas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Barbara Van Dyke presents

Whether you are looking for a primary home or a weekend escape from the city, this gorgeous Hill Country home has it all. Conveniently located between Austin and Fredericksburg, this 12-acre property is fully fenced and gated for privacy and security. The home was extensively remodeled in 2017 and is now complete with a large gourmet eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry, center island, a secondary scullery/prep kitchen and formal dining room. The wine room and bar area are tucked just off the kitchen. The spacious, open living room leads out to an oversized, covered patio and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining.

The spacious owner's suite features a spa-like bath where one can imagine soaking stress away while taking in the spectacular views. Three large additional bedrooms provide plenty of space for family or guests.

The current owners also built a separate, 500 sq. ft. +/- conditioned space above the garage that is currently used as an art studio and is not counted in the square footage of the home.

Address: 22601 Ranch Road 1323, Johnson City, TX 78636

Price: $1,200,000

For more information, please contact Barbara Van Dyke at 512-431-2552 or barbara.vandyke@compass.com

Barbara Van Dyke is the exclusive agent representing the Austin, Texas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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200 East 59^th Street

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This stunning tower embodies the quintessential Miami condo tower with its 35 floors of wraparound terraces and white exterior columns that are uplit at night; but the only catch is, the building is located in the middle of Manhattan, a world away from the beaches of South Florida. All 67 homes in 200 East 59^th Street are corner units, and take advantage of the unique continuous terraces. These outdoor rooms are seamless extensions of the main living spaces, separated by floor-to-ceiling walls of glass with a slender framework and no horizontal interruptions to virtually eliminate the visual distinction between indoor and outdoor space. The residences’ column-free layouts are an engineering feat that creates flexible and unburdened interiors.

One United Nations Park 

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This architectural feat rises 460 feet above First Avenue in Murray Hill. One United Nations is the child of Richard Meier and Partners and sits among a block of old world brick buildings from a bygone era. It looks like it was plucked out of a futuristic development and set to rest on Manhattan’s east side. Its layered black glass makes for a bold exterior while luminous interiors provide comfortability. The impressive structure is ahead of its time and certainly ahead of its current setting.

The Independent Austin

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New York’s famed ‘Jenga Tower’ also known as 56 Leonard has not only influenced the city’s skyline, now it seems Austin has taken inspiration and built their own Jenga Tower. The Independent Austin resembles that of the similar building in New York. Developed by Apsen Heights and the CIM Group and designed by Rhode: Partners, the tower has a distinctive stacked design resembling a Jenga tower.

Vancouver House

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At first glance, you might mistake this development in Vancouver for one of Dubai’s famous twisted feats of architecture. At second glance, it’s the Vancouver House, a rarefied building featuring a combination of world-class architecture, high quality of execution and unforgettable views. The Vancouver House sets the stage for future developments in the city, making it a site-unspecific wonder.

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With privacy, views, cutting edge technology and exquisite design, this remarkable gated estate will set the bar for Lake Austin properties. Ames Design Build used the best of everything to create an architectural masterpiece in a waterfront setting.

This to be built modern masterpiece is situated on 2.4 pristine acres with thoughtful, manicured landscaping. Directly across the 105 feet of Lake Austin frontage, is a nature preserve, which enhances the property’s privacy and tranquility.

Enter the luxurious estate through the monitored gates and a caretakers cottage to wind your way down to this peaceful retreat. Beyond the dramatic porte-cochere entrance and motor court with four-car garage, the tranquil courtyard invites visitors to the residence. An impressive pivot door in the entryway reveals a floating staircase and phenomenal views of the lake through two story walls of glass. The design of the home utilizes an open concept floor plan that centers around a two-story great room and features a gorgeous steel fireplace covered with glass. The Great Room space flows seamlessly to the kitchen, dining, and outdoors capturing the breathtaking reflection of the lake from every vantage point. The stunning kitchen is equipped with Gaggenau appliances, a calacatta quartzite island and a full scullery kitchen behind closed doors for catering and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is the adult lounge with a wine bar, media center and access to the main patios via fully pocketing glass doors on both sides. A wet edge pool is situated at the perfect elevation to appear as it if vanishes into the lake on the horizon. The master suite is located on the main level with a private patio and spa-like bath. Completing the main level are two offices, a guest suite and a state of the art wellness center equipped with a sauna and private garden. The second level features two additional guest suites and another sky tower lounge with a large terrace overlooking the lake. In addition to the main house, there is a separate one bedroom guest house with living area and full kitchen. Otiima sliding doors retreat into the walls allowing the inside and outside to meld. Multiple covered terraces and patios provide many options for relaxing or entertaining. On peaceful Austin evenings, enjoy dinner al fresco in the courtyard or sit poolside by the fireplace and soak in the views. Beyond the main house and pool is yet another lakefront entertainment area with a second wet edge plunge pool plus outdoor kitchen and bar. Making the lakeside lifestyle complete is the two-slip boat dock with rooftop party deck perfect for enjoying Austin sunsets with friends.

The estate uses the latest in residential technology and features a Savant home automation system that includes Lutron Lights, audio visual components throughout, and security. In addition, the home is prewired for the Tesla Powerwall Whole-House battery backup system and has a pre-installed Tesla High Speed Charging Station. High efficiency Mitsubishi VRF heat pumps with ducted returns ensure the most efficient and comfortable climate control.

Words alone can’t truly describe this spectacular Ames Design Build masterpiece. To appreciate it fully, you must experience it.

Price: Price upon request 

For more information, please contact Jennifer Welch at 512-431-3110 or jennifer@gottesmanresidential.com

Jennifer Welch is the exclusive agent representing the Austin real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network.View all of her listings here.

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Nashville Design Week

When: November 8th - November 15th, 2018

Nashville is more than just country music. Coined the country's Music City, Nashville's eclectic music, art, fashion and dining scene make this the ultimate destination for aficionados of all sorts. This November, the city is hosting its annual Nashville Design Week featuring local artists Alex Lockwood of Elephant Gallery and Jessica Cheatham of Salt Ceramics. The highly anticipated event will kickoff Tuesday, November 6th, with an intimate conversation between Manuel Seitlin and Liz Pape of Elizabeth Suzann. The week-long event will seamlessly blend art and design with Nashville as its backdrop.

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Austin Design Week

When: November 5th - November 9th, 2018

There's more to Austin than meets the eye. The city's 3rd annual Design Week aims to highlight Austin's vibrant scene and creative community through free workshops, talks, studio tours and events. The event will highlight the impact social media has had on the art community through its "Be-Hind Doors" Instagram installation, redesigning public spaces for a more inclusive, collaborative learning environment, the future of the design industry, as well as other trending industry topics. Come out to celebrate Austin's eclectic community at this year's Design Week honoring local talent.

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We'll start off by mentioning that the six-bedroom, six-and-a-half bath home has an elevator, simply because the lift is hands down the least noteworthy amenity on the roster (which says something). After that, the next dull thing is probably the residence's foldable wall system and home office, followed by its chef's kitchen, giant walk-in closet, and in-house screening room (you know, all the standard luxurious stuff).

Ready for the more jaw-dropping items?

First off, the high-tech home showcases a series of crisscrossing skyways hovering over a number of shallow manmade ponds, allowing for both easy access and a bit of aerial amusement.

The estate is also peppered with a handful of artificial waterfalls; sweetened by a king-sized barbecue grill, an infinity pool, and a hot tub; and outfitted with a state-of-the-art home automation system (lights, security... you know, the works).

Did we mention the 2,500-square-foot underground garage, wide enough to accommodate at least ten cars?

But that's not the end of it.

Arguably the most unique and spectacular feature of the lakeside property—which of course boasts breathtaking views from every window—is its sleek two-level boat dock, which comes complete with a covered observation deck.

Asking a figure just shy of $10 million, the incredible package is undoubtedly a total steal...

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The two-story residence—located along Canyon Rim Drive—features an entire wall of Palladian style windows overlooking phenomenal vistas of the grounds, pool, and Austin Hill Country. It includes five extremely spacious bedrooms, eight-and-a-half baths, seven fireplaces, an in-home fitness center, a spa, a home theater, and an extra apartment for staff or guests.

The beautiful home's master suite boasts his-and-hers bathrooms that are accented with marble, granite, bronze, and iridescent glass tiles. Exquisite luxuriant details such as deep crown molding, majestic columns, French doors, and Brazilian hardwood floors are present all throughout the opulent home.

Outfitted with state-of-the-art technology including audio, security, and "graphic eye" systems, the impressive listing also touts a large marble patio and an infinity pool with sweeping views of Barton Creek Resort, not to mention an epicurean's kitchen with two Subzero refrigerators, two sinks, a Dacor 6 burner stove, dual Thermador dishwashers, and a warming oven, as well as a wraparound counter and a wood-burning fireplace.

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