**FINAL & BEST DUE Monday 4/22 @3pm**Located in the coveted Balcones neighborhood, this mid-century modern home, cherished by the same owners since 1979, combines classic design with contemporary comforts. Features include original hardwood floors, new carpet in bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, all-new Pella windows and doors, a remote-controlled sprinkler system, and a ChargePoint electric vehicle charger. The nearly acre lot boasts xeriscaping, native greenery, and mature trees offering shade and privacy.The home showcases clean lines, walls of windows, and unique design elements like vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The well-designed floor plan includes four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and one half bathroom. The spacious living area has high vaulted ceilings, large windows, and a modern fireplace, ideal for entertaining. Sliding glass doors in the living, dining, and kitchen areas integrate indoor and outdoor spaces. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, updated cabinetry, and opens to the dining area and breakfast nook.Off the breakfast nook is a family room that perfectly bridges the bedrooms and living spaces. Skylights in the family room show off the vaulted ceilings. A half bath as well as a spacious mudroom is off the family room for convenience.The primary bedroom offers privacy and vaulted, beamed ceilings, two walk-in closets, and a renovated ensuite with a sizable walk-in shower, dual vanities, and custom-built cabinetry for bonus storage space. Three spacious guest rooms all have walk-in closets and ample natural light. They share a full bath with modern updates like a soaking tub and shower. Ample storage is provided by cabinets and extended countertop.The enormous back deck overlooking the yard is a dreamy spot to relax and entertain, with multiple seating areas where you can sit and take in the peaceful retreat! Just minutes from downtown Austin, this home is a tranquil retreat in a vibrant community!