Call or text first, go! Gorgeous Craftsman home on beautiful wooded lot in French Place in central Austin. Architect Doug Nissen worked with Building Contractor Robert James, a veteran green builder and registered architect, to design and build this ecological green home. This "TexZen Gem" home is full of character, awash in natural light and natural pine, plus green features, which make this home so unique. Featured in Natural Home Magazine, the house has received the 4-Star rating from Austin's Green Building Program. Enjoy the Japanese-style garden with a meandering stone walkway, disappearing fountain and amazing 3-level pond with waterfalls that sits on a patio viewable from within 3 sides. The garden path continues past the tea house (meditation/yoga space) to a swinging napping bench placed among black bamboo off the primary bedroom. As you step inside, you will envision inviting your family and friends for enjoyable evenings in the spacious, sunken living area with soaring ceilings, and a see-thru gas buring fireplace which serves both living and dining areas. The kitchen features new Cambria quartz counters, mother of pearl backsplash and Bosch dishwasher, as well as custom-built wood cabinets. The primary bedroom has windows on 3 sides and a tall ceiling with French doors leading to the garden area. The sun-lit bathroom features a dual counter space, an original Jacuzzi tub, a Toto bidet toilet and large walk-in closet. The upstairs includes 2 large bedrooms, bath and an open area perfect for a home gym There is also one outdoor storage unit. You won't find another house like this in Austin - a house that balances aesthetic, economic and environmental concerns under one metal roof. This classic central Austin neighborhood (only minutes from downtown Austin) prides itself on walkable streets and friendly residents.

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