Check Out This Mediterranean-Style Sanctuary Minutes from Downtown Austin
This 5,108-square-foot compound features timeless design and sweeping Hill Country views in Barton Creek's Amarra neighborhood
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A short drive outside of Downtown Austin and into the gates of Amarra in Barton Creek, you’ll find The Sanctuary in Amarra. No, you haven’t been transported to the Mediterranean seaside. But, with a property this perfect, you may as well have. Of course, without the long international flight.
Listed by Hanan Lowell of Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty, this serene sanctuary is tucked away in one of Austin’s most coveted enclaves, offering you ultimate privacy and tranquility. With 4 bedrooms, 4.1 bathrooms and 5,108-square-feet of pure luxury, it’s easy to see why this property is truly one-of-a-kind.
Immediately upon arrival, the distinctiveness of The Sanctuary is evident. Drawing inspiration from the world’s most enchanting landscapes and the exclusive ambiance of Aman resorts, this wind-swept, desert-inspired Mediterranean compound spread across 1.65 acres welcomes you with chiseled granite stone walls that frame an open-air entry courtyard. Olive and orchid trees line the approach to the main entrance, creating a poetic prelude.
Designed by the acclaimed Chas Architects, the residence blends Santa Barbara warmth with seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A Spanish Revival Portico invites you into a central courtyard, where a marble fountain, lemon trees and a limestone fireplace lull the senses into peaceful stillness.
Once you’ve arrived, you’ll see the compound unfolds across three distinct structures: a charming guest house, a third garage or fitness pavilion and the stunning primary residence — all thoughtfully crafted with artistry and grace. Yet, each with its own identity.
All one-story, this stunning home has simplicity with privacy at its core. Inside the primary residence, timeless Mediterranean architecture meets artisan craftsmanship. Stunning arched hallways, hand-finished Venetian plaster, and phenomenally chunky reclaimed beams evoke warmth and authenticity while coarse-grained granite floors extend outward to seven glass-paneled doors framing a cinematic Hill Country view, reminding you that you are, in fact, in the heart of Texas.
In the chef’s kitchen, refined luxury meets function with top-of-the-line Wolf appliances, offering effortless entertaining and everyday ease. Natural light pours through the home’s countless floor-to-ceiling windows, enhanced by tasteful arches and other architectural shapes and motifs found in both structures and accents. Green space envelopes you from every window, offering a tranquil and lush environment to relish viewing, both day and night.
Moving to its meticulously maintained exteriors and landscaping, the grounds themselves are a piece of art. Three terraced lawns offer space to roam and a lush green space cascades toward a Barton Creek tributary, creating a living veil of privacy for the pool, dining and lounge terraces. Anchoring the outdoor experience is a newly renovated, 60-foot lap pool with dual negative-edge sides that never fails to stun. Water spills into the horizon, echoing the boundlessness of the surrounding landscape.
True to its Austin roots and Mediterranean identity, nature doesn’t just surround this home — it embraces it. Come and explore the unparalleled Sanctuary of Amarra. The Sanctuary in Amarra combines the best of all that Austin has to offer, while creating a serene, tranquil and other worldly living experience. It’s not just a home, but a thoughtfully curated compound that blends luxury, design, timelessness and functionality for a life well lived.
Contact Hanan Lowell with Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty for more details about this stunning private listing: hanan.lowell@kupersir.com