2201 A Ln

Description

Exclusive A Lane is home to only about 20 properties in all. Great care has been taken to maintain the original footprint and detailing of the home, which was built in 1932. On the exterior, you will find the original windows, front door, and the amazing stone terraces and steps surrounding the showpiece fountain.The fountain is adorned with Cantera Stone personally carried by the current owner direct from Mexico. 2201 A Lane, also having the address of 2200 Parkway, is simply a rare gem among the unique here in this historically significant part of Austin. One of the most enticing features of the property is certainly the view of downtown, which will remain as-is due to ongoing efforts to preserve Pease Park. This is especially appropriate, as all of A Lanes homes were originally built to house University of Texas professors requiring easy access to the campus. The quaint, walkable trail that they would have taken as part of their daily commute will remain a defining feature for years to come. The stand-out feature is the exquisite stonework created by the finest craftsman of the 20th Century. These layers of stone terraces and steps surround an extraordinary fountain as its centerpiece, beautifully marking the entrance from the Parkway entry of the property. Pease Park itself is another must-see site for those looking to familiarize themselves with the areas unique history. It is perhaps best known for the part it played in the winter of 1865, when General George Armstrong Custer and two troupes of Union cavalry under his command camped at the banks of Shoal Creek, having been sent there on a mission to calm post-Civil War unrest. Ongoing renovations ensure that this and other stories are preserved for the coming generations to learn from and appreciate as the current residents have. Other area attractions include the Shoal Creek Greenway, the Pease Mansion, and the delightful Ma Ferguson House - all walkable, and all perfect for an educational day trip.