They say you can always pick out an architect’s house, and one look at 1215 Larkwood Drive will tell you this home was touched by an artist. In this case, it was Michael Alley, AIA 2024 Architect of the Year (the seller was lucky to have him in the family!). While the home maintains its original masonry and stays true to its Windsor Park surroundings and mid-century roots, a recent renovation brings innovative modern design and fully updated conveniences, from soaring vaulted ceilings in all bedrooms and open floor plan living spaces (including large living/dining rooms), to three full baths, a beautiful open kitchen with wine fridge, and a prime suite overlooking the pool with a large walk-in closet and en-suite bath, and even a separate hanging closet with its own high-velocity fan for your damp swim or workout clothes.
Oh, did we say pool? Yes, you will also notice this house is a family wonderland with endless places to entertain without ever walking out the front door. From the playroom / guest room in its own separate wing of the house (including a Murphy bed and wiring for TV/projector with surround sound), to two bedrooms and bath in their own separate wing of the house.
You’ll find plenty of storage space, including the large mudroom with two walls of built-in family-friendly “lockers,” along with a water line for a full-size backup fridge. Step out the mudroom door to enter a large connected storage shed for bikes, strollers, and other gear—you’ll probably fill it up eventually, but it won’t be easy, and if you do, there’s more storage in the attic. The two-car covered carport is pre-wired for EV charging.
Walk out through the screened in porch to the fenced back yard with durable astroturf and xeriscape, go past the full size pool (complete with pool heater + chiller and available custom safety fencing with lockable gate), and you’ll also find a firepit / outdoor dining space with enough room to add a 14’ trampoline, if that’s your idea of a good time (which… of course it is.) An automated mosquito-spraying system from MCS is ready for use just in case it gets buggy in the summer. And if you want to give a little boost to the grass and flower beds, irrigation is built-in.
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about Meg
Meg Alley
Realtor®
Meg is valued member of the Urbanspace team, renowned for her expertise in Downtown and Central Austin Residential Real Estate. Meg has earned the honor of being a Top Producer at Urbanspace, with a remarkable track record of facilitating real estate transactions exceeding $200 million in value. Austin Business Journal has also named her as a Top 25 Residential Real Estate Agent in Austin. Her contributions extend to assisting in condominium projects such as The Modern, 44 East Ave, The Independent, and The Seaholm Residences, as well as serving as the exclusive lead listing agent for The LAAN Residences and 4101 Menchaca.
Buying or selling a property is often an exciting time, but it can also be stressful and emotional. Meg’s naturally approachable demeanor serves as an immediate source of comfort for her clients. She places importance on fostering client relationships that extend well beyond the completion of a transaction. Meg is committed to surpassing every client’s expectations, delivering timely and clear communication, an unparalleled work ethic, and impeccable attention to detail. Her hands-on approach to sales means that she is involved in every aspect of her client’s transaction.
Meg simply makes her clients feel comfortable and confident in the services she provides and is the natural choice for those seeking an Agent in the Austin market.
At the Austin Business Journal’s 2023 Residential Real Estate Awards, Meg was recognized for her 2022 performance: 33 transactions amounting to over $47 million.