Stunningly unique 3-story 2/2 plus an office in the centrally located, tree-lined Hancock neighborhood, close to historic Hyde Park! Built in 1931, this gorgeous home has been thoroughly updated — the stucco & metal exterior is truly a modern marvel & even features a climbing wall! Inside, contemporary meets Craftsman traditional in seamless fashion. The ground floor has an air-conditioned room perfect for hobbies or an office. With beautiful, polished hardwoods, the main floor offers a large, custom chef’s kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, tons of storage & built-in shelving perfect for cookbooks. The kitchen is open to the spacious living/dining area, which has windows galore. Also on the main floor: a primary bedroom w/ gorgeous built-in bookshelves, a character-filled vaulted ceiling & a convenient, adjoining nursery & nearby bathroom. The top floor has a large, private bedroom w/ a vaulted ceiling, ensuite bathroom & large walk-in closet. There’s a rooftop deck for admiring the private yard, which is filled w/ plenty of trees & other greenery. There’s a ground-level deck, too, in the backyard, for another level of entertaining. Location is one of the key assets of this home. It’s convenient to the University of Texas & Dell Medical School. A short hop to I-35 & you’ll be downtown in 10 minutes & to the airport in 15. The home is a block from the official boundaries of Hyde Park, a neighborhood listed on the National Register of Historic Places that boasts wonderful examples of Victorian & Craftsman architecture. The home is close to numerous iconic Austin eateries including Quack’s Bakery, Uncle Nicky’s & Curra’s. Fresh Plus is the neighborhood grocery everyone adores. For bigger shopping trips, HEB is close by, too. You’ll love the nearby tennis courts, playground & pool at Shipe Park, & Hancock golf course is close, too. Elisabet Ney Museum is another nearby attraction. Zoned to top-rated Lee Elementary & close to Kealing Magnet Middle School.