5 new developments underway near Lake Travis From the cover
The overview
Developments in Lake Travis-Westlake Completion timelines are to be announced for each development, with the exception of The Pearl apartments, which are expected to begin leasing in August.
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In terms of what residents in the Lake Travis or West Austin region are looking for in homes, Spyglass Realtor and city of Austin Tourism Commissioner Bishop Chappell agreed that common desires include proximity to the outdoors as well as diverse recreational opportunities. “[The Westlake region’s] proximity to Lake Austin and the Barton Creek Greenbelt makes it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts,” Chappell said. “Homes here are designed to complement this lifestyle, with features like outdoor kitchens, pools and spaces for entertaining.” Often, residents in the region seek out luxury communities, Chappell said. Some of these communities, closer to Westlake, also provide them with access to high-performing school districts such as Eanes ISD. Additionally, Chappell said, cities west of Austin often maintain lower taxes than downtown, which is a consideration for many homebuyers. In order to address all of these desires, new communities like Travis Club Austin and White
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Rocks are coming to the region. These new developments bring plans to build luxury homes and residential units with access to a host of
amenities for those seeking an active, family- centric lifestyle removed from downtown Austin, according to developer representatives.
Travis Club
White Rocks
Travis Club Austin is located on Lake Travis, near Siesta Shores. This 1,500-acre community will o er luxury amenities like a golf course, clubhouse and over 30 miles of trails, develop- ers said. Homes in the community will be fully custom-built, with average lot prices coming in at around $1 million. The development’s Phase 1 homesites are expected to begin going vertical this fall, Ehlert said, and sales for Phase 2 began in October 2024. The 18-hole golf course at Travis Club, designed by Beau Welling, broke ground in 2024 and is currently under construction. The golf course is expected to open next spring and a golf house coming later in 2027, Ehlert said. Other amenities, including the clubhouse and marina, will be rolled out as the commu- nity develops, Ehlert said. Originally known as “Vizcaya,” developers have sought to transform the land for over a decade. A master plan for the project was approved in 2008 by the Lower Colorado River Authority but in 2023 went back before the Travis County Commissioners Court
A project known as White Rocks has proposed a 70-acre resort on land within the Barton Creek Habitat Preserve, featuring 600 residential units with condos and a luxury hotel. The City Council of Bee Cave passed a resolution March 25 opposing the development due to tra c and environmental pollution concerns. Originally put forward under the name Violet Crown Amphi- theater, water and wastewater permitting for the development was previously denied in 2022 due to environmental concerns. Currently, permitting for White Rocks is under review by TCEQ. Feb. 16, 2022: Texas Commission on Environmental Quality recommends rejecting Violet Crown water and wastewater permit applications April 8, 2025: TCEQ holds open meeting to discuss White Rocks application, received in 2024 Summer 2025: TCEQ to decide on contested case hearing for White Rocks White Rocks permitting history
Facts and gures
700 homes
1,500 acres
1 clubhouse
30+ miles of trails
1 community pool
18-hole golf course
1 marina
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for approval. Residents previously raised concerns about the project’s impact on local tra c and water, according to previous Community Impact reporting.
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