With the kids launched and the big house feeling too big, Austin's Hill Country and lake communities beckon with a different kind of living. Imagine waking to Hill Country views, spending mornings on Lake Travis, and being 30 minutes from downtown Austin's culture, dining, and healthcare. Communities like Lakeway, Bee Cave, Dripping Springs, and Lake Travis offer the scenic beauty of the Texas Hill Country with the convenience of Austin just down the road.
Why Austin?
Scenic Beauty
Hill Country views, lake sunsets, and natural beauty that renews the soul daily.
Active Living
Golf, boating, hiking, wine tasting, and an active social scene keep life engaging.
Right-Sized Living
Downsize from the big family home to a right-sized property that fits your new lifestyle.
City Access
Austin's restaurants, culture, healthcare, and airport are always just a short drive away.
Hill Country Communities
Lakeway offers golf, lake access, and resort-style living. Bee Cave and the Hill Country Galleria provide upscale suburban convenience. Dripping Springs—the 'Gateway to the Hill Country'—offers small-town charm with wineries and distilleries. Spicewood and Marble Falls extend further into the Hill Country for those seeking more rural tranquility. Each community offers a different balance of amenities and solitude.
- Lakeway for golf and lake life
- Bee Cave for upscale convenience
- Dripping Springs for Hill Country charm
- Multiple lake communities available
Active Lifestyle
Empty nesters in the Hill Country stay active with golf, lake sports, hiking, and cycling. Lake Travis and Lake Austin provide boating and swimming. The Hill Country is increasingly known for its wine trail and craft distilleries. Community centers and social clubs create connections. The slower pace doesn't mean less to do—it means more time to do what you love.
- Golf courses and country clubs
- Lake access for boating
- Hill Country wine trail
- Hiking and cycling trails
Proximity to Austin
Hill Country living doesn't mean isolation. Most communities are 20-40 minutes from downtown Austin, providing easy access to restaurants, cultural events, medical specialists, and the airport. You get the best of both worlds—serene Hill Country living with big-city amenities when you want them.
- 20-40 minutes to downtown
- Easy airport access
- Major hospital proximity
- Austin dining and culture nearby
“We sold our five-bedroom in North Austin and bought a lake house in Lakeway. We golf, boat, and have dinner in Austin whenever we want. This is the life we worked for.”