Nestled in the rolling terrain of Cat Mountain, this hillside retreat has had many updated features and is ideally located on a lot perched over a private cul de sac just a few blocks from the HOA pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, and playground. Current HOA fees $60/month! Step inside to discover a beautifully maintained home, perfect for cozy evenings at home on the back patio in the wooded and landscaped backyard, or entertaining guests in grand style in the step-down living room with a fireplace and wall of freshly painted custom built-ins. Formal living with vaulted ceilings is open to the second floor loft. Views from the kitchen, second living and formal dining into a fenced backyard with custom xeriscape, patio, and lovely wooded green space. Owners enjoy frequent visits from area wildlife including deer, hummingbirds, butterflies. Recent updates in 2024 include freshly painted walls and trim, newly replaced shingles & gutters, new front door & recently painted garage with epoxy floors. Replaced garage door in 2023, garage has high ceilings and additional storage. The loft office at the top of the stairs offers shelving space, storage, and work surface area, providing ample space for creativity & productivity. The primary bedroom has a patio balcony for late night stargazing, and a lovely en suite bathroom with dual vanities, an oversized walk-in shower with a beautiful vertically textured glass wall, two walk in closets. Remote security system. Area wooded trails add to the many opportunities for recreation & relaxation. This location offers excellent proximity to downtown, fine dining, shopping (groceries, pharmacies, The Arboretum, The Domain), and cultural attractions, all just a short drive away. Local restaurants include renowned County Line BBQ, Chez Zee Restaurant, Tee’s Doughnuts, Starbucks, and The Grove Wine Bar and Kitchen. Also in the area are HEB and Randal’s grocery stores, a post office, and the Old Quarry public library.