3508 Bridle Path, Austin, TX 78703

Designed by renowned UT architect James Coote as his personal residence, this thoughtfully reimagined home blends architectural significance with modern comfort and a subtle Scandinavian sensibility. Clean lines, restrained materials, and an emphasis on light define the space. Originally built in 1975 and recently taken down to the studs, the renovation preserves Coote’s vision while delivering the functionality and finish of a new home. Centered around a signature courtyard layout, the design draws natural light deep into the interiors and creates a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. A private courtyard pool serves as a striking focal point, ideal for everyday living and entertaining, while a separate backyard offers additional flexibility. The home features four bedrooms, including a private wing suited for guests, a home office, or flexible living, plus an additional ensuite bedroom on the main level. The primary suite and another bedroom are located upstairs. The renovation prioritizes health and efficiency with upgraded siding and insulation, new roofing, whole-house water filtration, UV sanitation, and reverse osmosis drinking water. Additional features include heated floors in three bathrooms, high-end appliances, a whole-house dehumidifier, and a pool by Westbank Pools. Interior living spaces are anchored by a fireplace and finished with a clean, modern aesthetic that complements the home’s architectural roots. The layout balances openness with defined areas for both connection and privacy. Ideally located in Tarrytown, just minutes from Lake Austin and Downtown Austin, the property offers easy access to local favorites like Mozart’s Coffee Roasters, Quince Lakehouse, and Hula Hut, as well as Walsh Boat Landing. Zoned to exemplary Casis Elementary School. Original plans for the home are preserved at University of Texas at Austin, reflecting Coote’s lasting impact. A rare opportunity to own a design-driven residence with meaningful architectural history.

Designed by renowned UT architect James Coote as his personal residence in 1975, this 3,242-square-foot home at 3508 Bridle Path in Tarrytown has been meticulously renovated down to the studs while preserving the original architectural vision. The property sits on 0.19 acres in the 78703 zip code, zoned to Casis Elementary, O Henry Middle, and Austin High School within Austin ISD.

The home revolves around a signature courtyard layout that channels natural light through every room and creates an uninterrupted flow between interior and exterior spaces. A private courtyard pool anchors the design as both a focal point for daily life and a genuine entertaining centerpiece, while a separate backyard provides additional flexibility for outdoor living. The renovation maintains Coote's clean-lined, minimalist sensibility with restrained materials and refined details that feel timeless rather than trendy.

Four bedrooms distribute across two levels with intentional separation of function. A private guest wing suits extended visitors, a home office, or flexible living space, while a main-level ensuite bedroom provides accessibility and independence. The primary suite and another bedroom occupy the upper floor. Throughout the home, thoughtful upgrades prioritize both health and performance: heated bathroom floors in three bathrooms, upgraded insulation and siding, new roofing, whole-house water filtration with UV sanitation, reverse osmosis drinking water, and a tankless water heater. A Westbank Pools installation and whole-house dehumidification complete the technical infrastructure.

The interior finishes reflect intentional restraint. Vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, and an open kitchen with a gas cooktop, built-in refrigerator, and quartz counters define the main living zones. Multiple dining areas and a breakfast bar accommodate both everyday routines and entertaining. Storage solutions, walk-in closets, and a Murphy bed maximize functionality without visual clutter.

Location delivers genuine convenience. Walsh Boat Landing lies minutes away, providing direct lake access. Mozart's Coffee Roasters, Quince Lakehouse, and Hula Hut sit nearby on Lake Austin Boulevard. Downtown Austin is a short drive via MoPac or Lamar Boulevard. The property offers the rare combination of architectural significance, modern performance, and a lifestyle centered on the seamless integration of indoor and outdoor living that defines how Austin's most discerning residents actually live.

Tarrytown is a historic Central Austin neighborhood in 78703, five minutes from downtown and bordered by Lake Austin to the west. Median home price $1.95M. Austin ISD schools - Casis Elementary, O. Henry Middle, Austin High - and walkability to Deep Eddy Pool, Lady Bird Lake, and Mayfield Park.

The housing stock spans nine decades. Original 1930s-60s colonials, Tudors, and ranch homes sit alongside new construction and gut renovations on lots ranging from 0.15 to 0.3 acres. Lakefront properties on Scenic Drive and streets near Lake Austin command $4M-$15M+. The neighborhood's character has been protected by an engaged neighborhood association and the McMansion Ordinance, which limits building scale.

Daily life here runs on the water and the schools. Morning laps at Deep Eddy Pool (68-degree spring-fed water year-round), school drop-off at Casis, coffee at Tarrytown Pharmacy or Summer Moon, dinner at Jeffrey's or Josephine House without leaving the neighborhood. The Contemporary at Laguna Gloria and Lions Municipal Golf Course are a walk or short bike ride away.

What makes Tarrytown distinct from other luxury Austin neighborhoods: genuine walkability, a 90-year-old neighborhood identity, and Central Austin access that Westlake and Barton Creek cannot match. The tradeoff is Austin ISD instead of Eanes, and smaller lots than you'd find west of MoPac.