Situated on a heavily treed 1.17 acre lot in the beautiful Hillcrest Estates, 11438 E. Ricks Circle was custom built for the present owner in 1994. The home built in stone with a standing seam metal roof sits back from the street giving it a dramatic drive-up appeal.A large covered front porch along with the stone exterior and metal roof give this home a Texas Hill-Country feel. Designed with family living in mind you enter the double front doors to a gallery entry with Saltillo tile floors and a direct view to the back yard and rear covered porch. Off the entry is a cozy office which offers a view to the large front yard. The living room has a bay window, built-ins, vaulted ceiling and a handsome fireplace. The oversized dining room beyond living has pocket doors and custom built-ins for display and storage.A wet bar is tucked off the entry near the family room for ease when entertaining and can be closed off with folding doors. The family room also has a stone fireplace, vaulted ceiling and built-ins all overlooking the large covered porch with view of the yard and pool. The kitchen, off the family room, has granite counters, wood stained cabinets, large center island for gatherings and desk area for family organization. Appliances include Bosch dishwasher, double ovens, Sub-Zero and gas Dacor range. The kitchen opens to a wonderful breakfast room overlooking the yard and pool as well. A great spot to hang out with friends.The master bedroom is downstairs at the back of the home and has vaulted ceilings plus a beautiful view to the wooded area at the rear of the lot. A very large walk-in closet is also cedar lined (as most of the closets in the house are) and has many built-ins for organization. The light filled master bath has a separate shower, soaking tub and dual vanities all finished in a cream marble.Also downstairs is a craft room and large utility room. The guest room down has a private bath and can also be used as a pool bath because of easy access to the backyard. This bedroom could be a good downstairs game room for the kids. A bonus room off the kitchen has a second refrigerator and abundant storage.The second floor has three bedrooms and two baths plus an open area used for TV and game area.The back yard ha a pool and enchanting patio area tucked into one side and a large grass area is opposite. The back patio of the over acre lot has been left in its natural state with many trees and a creek at the base of the lot. All combined this home and its setting lets you feel a bit of country in the city. Additional features include a three-car garage, circle drive and Texas native landscaping.
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