Market Overview for Travis Lakeside
There are 3 active listings in Travis Lakeside with a median list price of $2.7M.
The average price per square foot is $525.
About Travis Lakeside
Travis Lakeside is a gated waterfront subdivision of 31 lots on the main body of Lake Travis in the Spicewood area of Texas (78669). Homes were built between 1996 and 2003, with an average build year of 1999. The subdivision is adjacent to the Barton Creek Lakeside community and the Barton Creek Lakeside Country Club, which offers an Arnold Palmer-designed golf course and tennis courts on a membership basis.
Homes in Travis Lakeside are situated on lots ranging from 1 to 5 acres (average approximately 1.9 acres) and range from approximately 2,541 to 8,500 square feet, with a median of approximately 4,200 square feet. Typical homes have 4 to 5 bedrooms and 3 to 7 bathrooms. The architectural style blends modern luxury with Texas Hill Country design, with expansive windows and outdoor living spaces oriented toward the lake. Homes are on Travis Lakeside Drive and Travis Lakeside Cove.
Travis Lakeside's main-body Lake Travis location provides direct water access, and many homes have private boat docks. The main-body position offers more consistent water levels than cove locations. There are no shared community amenities such as a pool or clubhouse — the primary draw is the private lake access and docks.
The subdivision is accessed via Highway 71 to Paleface Ranch Road, then Haynie Flat Road to Travis Lakeside Drive, through the gate. Spicewood is an unincorporated community, so there are no city property taxes. Downtown Austin is approximately 35 miles east, and Marble Falls is approximately 15 miles west. The area is served by Marble Falls Independent School District, with the middle and high schools located in Marble Falls.
Living in Travis Lakeside
Travis Lakeside is a gated community. The primary amenity is private lake access with individual boat docks on the main body of Lake Travis. No shared community pool, clubhouse, or boat ramp has been identified. The adjacent Barton Creek Lakeside Country Club offers an Arnold Palmer-designed golf course and tennis courts on a membership basis.
Marble Falls ISD serves the area. Students attend Spicewood Elementary (1005 Spur 191, Spicewood, 202 students), Marble Falls Middle School (1511 Pony Circle, Marble Falls), and Marble Falls High School (2101 Mustang Drive, Marble Falls). The middle and high schools are in Marble Falls, approximately 15 miles from the subdivision.
Highway 71 provides the primary east-west corridor, connecting to Austin (approximately 35 miles east) and Marble Falls (approximately 15 miles west). The property tax rate is approximately 1.55% of assessed value (2025). Electricity is provided by Pedernales Electric Cooperative. The subdivision is in unincorporated Spicewood — there are no city property taxes.
Travis Lakeside properties may straddle county boundaries, with Travis Lakeside Cove properties recorded in Blanco County and Travis Lakeside Drive properties in Travis County per available records. Buyers should verify the applicable county appraisal district for individual lots.
Things to Do in Travis Lakeside
- Pace Bend Park: A Travis County park with over 9 miles of Lake Travis shoreline, hiking, camping, and swimming, approximately 10 minutes from Travis Lakeside.
- Krause Springs: A 115-acre privately owned natural springs property at 424 CR 404 in Spicewood with swimming and camping, approximately 15 minutes away.
- Stone House Vineyard: A winery overlooking Lake Travis at 24350 Haynie Flat Road, approximately 5 minutes from Travis Lakeside on the same road.
- Spicewood Vineyards: A winery with estate-grown grapes and tastings at 1419 CR 409 in Spicewood, approximately 10 minutes away.
- Cypress Valley Canopy Tours: Zipline tours and treehouses at 1223 S. Paleface Ranch Road in Spicewood, approximately 5 minutes away.
- Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area: An LCRA park with Lake Travis access and wildflower viewing at 2820 CR 414 in Spicewood, approximately 15 minutes away.
Major Employers in Travis Lakeside
- LCRA (Lower Colorado River Authority) (Utilities / Government): Regional water and electric utility, the nearest major employer to the Spicewood area.
- Pedernales Electric Cooperative (Utilities): The largest distribution electric cooperative in the United States, with a regional office in Spicewood.
- Apple (Technology): North Austin campus at 6900 W. Parmer Lane, approximately 35 miles east.
- University of Texas at Austin (Higher Education): Public research university in Austin with approximately 24,000 faculty and staff, approximately 35 miles east.
Travis Lakeside Schools
Travis Lakeside is served by Marble Falls Independent School District. The zoned elementary school is in Spicewood; middle and high schools are in Marble Falls, approximately 15 miles west.
School District: Marble Falls ISD
Public Schools
- Spicewood Elementary
- Marble Falls Middle
- Marble Falls High School
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Travis Lakeside a gated community?
Yes, Travis Lakeside is a gated community of 31 lots on the main body of Lake Travis. Most homes have private boat docks with direct lake access.
What schools serve Travis Lakeside?
Travis Lakeside is served by Marble Falls ISD. Students attend Spicewood Elementary (in Spicewood), Marble Falls Middle School, and Marble Falls High School (both in Marble Falls, approximately 15 miles west).
How far is Travis Lakeside from Austin?
Travis Lakeside is approximately 35 miles west of downtown Austin via Highway 71. The typical drive is 45 to 50 minutes.
What is the property tax rate in Travis Lakeside?
The property tax rate is approximately 1.55% of assessed value (2025). As unincorporated Spicewood, there are no city property taxes. Properties may be in either Travis County or Blanco County depending on the specific lot.
What is near Travis Lakeside?
Travis Lakeside is adjacent to the Barton Creek Lakeside community with an Arnold Palmer-designed golf course. Pace Bend Park, Krause Springs, Stone House Vineyard, and Cypress Valley Canopy Tours are all within 15 minutes.