4505 Cat Mountain Dr

Austin, TX 78731

Spectacular hillside oasis in the heart of NW Hill’s prestigious Cat Mountain Community. Breathtaking views of the rolling tree filled hills, the tops of the downtown skyscrapers, along with a distant glimpse of Lake Austin. Amazing opportunity to secure a beautifully updated and move-in-ready home with priceless views in this highly coveted area. Perched on a gently down sloping hillside, this multi-tiered home provides 2.5 levels of living space living along with two tiers of back decks all of which showcase the breathtaking vistas. This sprawling, tree-filled half-acre lot boasts gorgeous mature landscaping with native plants that blend seamlessly with the picturesque natural surroundings.

The home provides an alley access attached garage, while the front door is accessed via a charming, gated deck walkway from the street. The front deck is updated with high quality Trex decking and provides a pergola shaded seating area next to the front door. The front door opens into a beautiful entry foyer where spectacular views great you the moment you enter the home. The sunlit open floor plan provides a seamless flow between the living room, kitchen, dining area, and upper-level bonus living area. Stacked windows infuse this living space in peaceful natural light and frame the serene views. Featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, gleaming hardwoods, recessed lighting, and tastefully selected contemporary finishes. Fresh interior paint throughout the home provides a neutral palate for your interior décor.

The living room showcases a striking fireplace nestled in a towering floor-to-ceiling stone hearth providing for a cozy and welcoming ambiance. The home chef will love the remodeled gourmet island kitchen with an oversized island lined with bar seating and decorative backsplash that is ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is loaded with all the desirable modern finishes including a built-in gas range and designer range hood on the island with all SS appliances, updated quartz countertops, and timeless Shaker-style cabinetry that stretches to the ceiling with built-in pantry storage. There’s also a built-in buffet with a wine fridge and showcase upper cabinetry and space for a breakfast table. Easily entertain and stay connected with an open floor plan dining area under a unique modern chandelier. Take the half set of stairs the bonus living area, which consists of a seating area plus a gorgeous home office space with sophisticated built-ins and a wall panel that opens into a secret bonus space, perfect for storage and more.

This expansive 3,723 sq ft home provides 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with the primary suite secluded away in the back left corner of the main level, and 3 additional bedrooms nestled away on the lower level. The luxurious primary suite serves as the ideal retreat for rest and relaxation with sliding doors that open onto the upper-level deck and its own deluxe ensuite bathroom. Indulge in your own spa-like dual vanity bathroom with a built-in soaking tub and large frameless glass enclosed walk-in shower, plus a large custom walk-in closet with gorgeous built-ins. On the lower level, one of the three secondary bedrooms serves as a flex-use space, perfect for a secluded media room, game room, and more. A Murphy bed makes it ideal for entertaining so guests can stay over after a fun night taking in the star filled skies on the back deck.

Two levels of deck extend your living space outdoors where you can take in breathtaking vistas of the tree filled rolling northwest hills. The upper deck is accessed via the primary suite and the main living area and is ideal for panoramic views and star gazing. The upper deck comes updated with high-quality Trex decking and serves as the perfect spot to take in multiple fireworks shows across the city on the 4th of July and NYE. The freshly painted lower-level deck extends off the lower level of the home and expands across the entire length of the home. This level provides a nice and shaded retreat space off the secondary bedrooms along with an alfresco gathering space under a shaded canopy that is screened in by a verdant trellised vines where you can take in the serene natural surroundings while entertaining friends and family. The stairs off the lower-level deck lead down into an enchanting backyard, beautifully landscaped with lush gardens and winding flagstone and brick pathways. Soaring shade trees surround the yard making the space feel like your own secret garden. A pathway leading through a grove of trees opens onto a spacious xeriscape area at the back of the yard that is perfect for outdoor play.

Additional features include a high-end, low insurance rate roof made of a highly durable metal (referred to as “bulletproof”). Both HVAC systems and the water heater have also been updated over the last 5-6 years, along with all the countertops, sink fixtures, and most light fixtures. Excellent Austin ISD schools include Doss Elementary, Murchison Middle School, Anderson High School. Easy access to 2222 and just 7 miles to the heart of Downtown Austin and 9 miles to The Domain and north Austin Tech Corridor.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure this spectacular Cat Mountain luxury home. Contact the Listing Agent for a private showing with a minimum of 24 hours advance notice. Seller offering a 3% Cooperating Commission.