Spectacular hill country views, prestigious location, and a sophisticated lock-and leave-lifestyle await. This elegant, Santa Barbara-style home in the exclusive Spicewood Vista enclave of Westover Hills is just minutes from downtown Austin, feeds to excellent schools, and is part of a friendly, relaxed community.Designed to embrace the homesite’s natural wooded beauty and panoramic views, the home features walls of windows, dramatic high ceilings, and balconies or decks at each level. Nearly all rooms offer expansive views of Austin’s hills and gorgeous sunsets, while multiple outdoor living spaces provide room to escape or entertain.From a private street, a gated entryway and covered courtyard welcome you to the three-story home. You will enter to find gleaming wood floors and sun-filled living and dining rooms--the living room anchored by a gas fireplace with beautiful stone surround. The floorplan enables an easy flow between living, dining, kitchen and outdoors, making gracious entertaining a breeze. Plenty of storage and counter space, plus a gas cooktop and double oven will delight the chef, and bringing in groceries is easy with direct access between the garage and kitchen.One level up, a tranquil primary suite and a spacious office offer privacy and distance from the rest of the home. At the top of the stairs, there is a landing large enough for a reading nook or small worktable. The bedroom has a dedicated balcony and big, sunny windows showing views for miles and bringing in fabulous natural light. The bath has two sinks, a relaxing spa tub, separate shower, and two walk in closets—one with custom shelving, cabinetry, and built-in ironing board. Rounding out the upstairs is a sizable office that could also serve as a third living area, sitting room or even a nursery. Downstairs at the lowest level, the layout is ideal for extended-stay guests or anyone who ‘needs their space.’ There are two bedrooms, two baths, a spacious second living room, and utility room with a sink, laundry appliances and a fridge. Both bedrooms have walk-in closets, and one bedroom has a private bath-- potentially a suitable second ‘primary’ suite. The flexible living area is perfect for movie night or hosting a crowd to watch the big game. Outside is a large patio with stairs leading down the hill to a seating area where you can immerse yourself in the surrounding natural environment.The Spicewood Vista community comprises twenty-four homes, a private, resident-only park with walking trails, and a peaceful outdoor sitting area where neighbors often gather. Schools include Hill Elementary, Murchison Middle and Anderson High--all IB program schools. The JCC, the Austin Country Club, medical centers, shopping, entertainment, and top employers are nearby.