8700 Tallwood Dr, Austin, TX 78759

The premiere home in the coveted Westover Hills section of Northwest Hills; one of the largest homes situated on one of the largest lots in the area, with incredible towering live oaks.  A quick walk to top schools, this turn-key home seamlessly blends sustainable choices with contemporary luxury.  Every detail custom selected by the Architect owner for responsible quality and beauty, for the discerning buyer who appreciates high standards in craftsmanship and materials, from striking sustainable Peruvian rosewood to rich sapele mahogany.  An abundance of space for gracious living and lively entertainment; three living areas, 4 bedrooms, PLUS dedicated office for two, five bathrooms.   Open kitchen with soaring ceilings features Cambria quartz, top-of-the-line appliances, Alexander Marchant hardware, and seamlessly connects to the airy great room. Newly installed Kolbe VistaLuxe windows throughout were designed for natural ventilation, and flood the space with natural light, highlighting clerestory windows. An ideal layout for hosting: the game room with wet bar, ice maker and half bath connects to the secluded courtyard with hot tub and expansive green space, while the kitchen/living area seamlessly flows to the landscaped backyard. Enjoy Lutron Casetta switches for voice-activated lights and fan controls.   Upper level owners retreat, gorgeous bathroom with rosewood cabinetry, spa-like Diana marble shower with Fireclay accents and expansive walk-in closet.  Fantastic dedicated home office with built-ins and two workspaces.   Lush grounds, new roof 2023 and stylish stained spruce exterior.  Newly installed siding, building wrap and flashing provides improved thermal comfort and energy efficiency when paired with the rainscreen system on all exterior walls. Experience the relaxed charm of leafy Westover Hills, with its central location nestled between MoPac and 360.  Residents enjoy proximity to Austin's vibrant downtown, the Domain, and scenic hills.

Westover Hills sits in the 78759 zip in Northwest Austin, built mostly between 1972 and 1985 on the rolling terrain north of Far West Boulevard. Houses are 2,400-4,500 sqft on quarter-acre to half-acre lots with mature live oaks and the kind of long driveways that came with 1970s suburban planning. Most homes have been updated at least once - kitchens and baths from the 2010s, HVAC and roofs newer.

What makes Westover Hills different from other Northwest Austin neighborhoods is the Westover Hills Club - a private swim and tennis club exclusive to residents. The pool, tennis courts, and family events run year-round. Membership is included with most home purchases in the deed-restricted area, so you don't have to wait for a slot.

Pricing runs $850K for original-condition homes up to $1.8M for renovated and expanded properties. The neighborhood holds value because the lots are bigger than most of Northwest Austin and the school zoning is strong: Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle, and Anderson High School - which runs the International Baccalaureate program that draws families from across the district.

Location works well if you commute to Northwest Austin tech employers: 5 minutes to The Domain, 8 minutes to Apple's North Austin campus, 10 minutes to the Arboretum, and 15 minutes to downtown via MoPac. Great Hills Park and the Bull Creek greenbelt sit at the western edge with hiking trails that connect to the larger Bull Creek system.

Restaurants and shopping cluster on Anderson Lane, Far West Boulevard, and at the Arboretum: Eddie V's, Z'Tejas, Truluck's, Maudie's Tex-Mex, and the Whole Foods at Gateway. The Arboretum walking path makes outdoor dining and weekend errands easy.

Best for buyers who want larger lots than most of Northwest Austin, IB-program school zoning, the private Westover Hills Club, and quick access to both the Domain and downtown.