8705 Ambrosia DR, Austin TX 78738
MLS #246449261 · Compass RE Texas, LLC · Katie Wilsey
About this home
Secluded at the end of a serene cul-de-sac on nearly half an acre in coveted Rocky Creek, this exceptional Hill Country residence offers privacy, polished updates and resort-style outdoor living. The backyard opens directly to a lush greenbelt, with Shield Ranch’s 6,000+ acres of protected Hill Country land beyond creating a rare sense of space and uninterrupted natural beauty. Inside, this 5 BD, 4.5 BA luxury residence spans over 4,000 sq ft with a refined yet inviting aesthetic. Updated wood flooring, fresh paint, plantation shutters, beamed ceilings and a showstopper fireplace bring warmth throughout. The chef’s gourmet kitchen features refaced cabinetry, updated backsplash, double ovens, five-burner cooktop and generous gathering spaces, plus a walk-in pantry. The primary suite impresses with a renovated deluxe ensuite bath and XL custom walk-in closet for two. All bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated, while mudroom built-ins, a dedicated office, upstairs homework station, laundry room with sink, sliding barn doors and family room surround sound elevate everyday living. plush upgraded carpet The backyard is the showpiece, designed for year-round entertaining with a spectacular pool and spa, sweeping Hill Country views, spacious covered patio with outdoor fireplace, patio heaters and swings suspended over the pool. A fully equipped outdoor kitchen includes a refrigerator, built-in grill, Big Green Egg and bar seating, while partial turf and an outdoor pet bathing station add convenience. Major improvements include a replaced roof, plush upgraded carpet, one of the two HVACs (2022), exterior paint, gutters and updated exterior lighting. A rare four-car garage with epoxy floors and storage racks offers exceptional room for vehicles, hobbies and gear. Meticulously maintained and impossible to replicate, this is Hill Country living with a view few properties can match. Come experience 8705 Ambrosia Drive and see why this setting is truly special.
Property details
- Property type
- Residential · SingleFamilyResidence
- Status
- Active
- Year built
- 2014
- Full baths
- 4
- Half baths
- 1
- Lot size
- 0.4392
- Subdivision
- Rocky Creek Ranch Sec 2
- MLS area
- LS
- MLS #
- 246449261
Features
Interior features
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- High Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Chandelier
- Granite Counters
- Quartz Counters
- Crown Molding
- Double Vanity
- Dry Bar
- Electric Dryer Hookup
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Entrance Foyer
- French Doors
- In-Law Floorplan
- Interior Steps
- Kitchen Island
- Multiple Dining Areas
- Multiple Living Areas
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Recessed Lighting
- Storage
- Study/Home Office
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Washer Hookup
Exterior features
- Barbecue
- Gas Grill
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Private Yard
Additional details
- Parking
- Attached, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Tandem
- Garage spaces
- 4
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- HOA
- $176 / quarterly
- Annual tax
- $25,163
Location
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Schools
Assigned schools per the MLS.
- School district
- Lake Travis ISD
- Elementary
- Bee Cave
- Middle
- Bee Cave Middle School
- High
- Lake Travis
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Getting around
- Downtown Austin
- 17 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport
- 22.4 mi
Straight-line distance, not drive time.
Market insights
Compared with 440 active homes in ZIP 78738 · HomeLocating listings
At $1,389,000, this home is priced 40% above the $995,000 median across 440 active homes in ZIP 78738, including other homes in Rocky Creek Ranch.
Estimated monthly payment
Home price
$1,389,000
Down payment
20% ($277,800)
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.50%
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Listing courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC · Katie Wilsey
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