Deep-water coves
The upper lake holds its depth well, so Spicewood offers some of the best deep-water coves and private docks on Lake Travis.
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Spicewood Real Estate on Lake Travis
Spicewood sits on the upper end of Lake Travis in the Texas Hill Country, about 35 miles west of downtown Austin. It is the home base for Austin Lakeside Properties, and it draws buyers who want waterfront homes, room to breathe, and a quieter pace than the busy south shore. For a weekend or for a lifetime, Will Garrison knows this stretch of the lake by heart.
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The Real Estate
Homes in Spicewood
Spicewood is known for larger lots, lakefront estates, and custom homes with private docks, along with ranch land, vineyards, and pockets of gated waterfront. Lake access ranges from deep-water coves with private docks to community boat ramps and lakefront parks.
Because the upper lake holds its depth well in most seasons, boaters and paddlers tend to favor these waters. Will reads cove depth, lot slope, and dock rights on the ground, then gives you a straight answer on value and fit.
Life in Spicewood
Spicewood pairs Hill Country quiet with real lake access, wineries, and a growing set of local spots.
Wineries and Krause Springs
Spicewood is dotted with vineyards and tasting rooms, and the well-known Krause Springs is a local swimming and camping landmark.
Room and privacy
Larger lots, ranch land, and gated waterfront enclaves give buyers space and privacy the south shore does not.
Drive times
Plan on roughly 40 to 50 minutes to downtown Austin, with Bee Cave and the Hill Country Galleria closer in for shopping.
Schools
School district
Spicewood spans two school districts. Depending on the exact address, homes may be served by the Lake Travis Independent School District or the Marble Falls Independent School District. Confirm the current district and campus for any specific home before you rely on it.
School attendance zones can change and vary by address. Confirm the current zone for any specific home with the school district before you rely on it.
Why buyers choose Spicewood
Best deep water on the lake
The upper lake keeps its depth, so Spicewood is a top choice for serious boaters who want a reliable dock.
Space and privacy
Larger lots and ranch land give you room that is hard to find on the crowded south shore.
Local expertise
Austin Lakeside Properties has been based in Spicewood since 1987, so you buy with a broker who lives this water.
Nearby communities
Comparing your options? These neighbors sit close to Spicewood and are worth a look.
Spicewood real estate questions
Where is Spicewood, Texas?
Spicewood is an unincorporated community in the Texas Hill Country, roughly 35 miles west of Austin along the upper reach of Lake Travis, spanning parts of Travis and Burnet counties.
Does Spicewood have waterfront homes with lake access?
Yes. Spicewood offers some of the best waterfront on Lake Travis, from deep-water coves with private docks to homes near community ramps and lakefront parks.
Why buy Spicewood real estate with Austin Lakeside Properties?
Austin Lakeside Properties has called Spicewood home since 1987. Owner-broker Will Garrison, a Marine Corps veteran licensed in Texas since 2001, knows the coves, the neighborhoods, and the local sales.
Thinking about Spicewood?
Tell Will how you want to use the lake and your budget. He will point you to the right homes in Spicewood and set up showings that fit.
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