About Rough Hollow Homes for Sale in Lakeway, TX
Neighborhoods & Subdivisions in Rough Hollow
Rough Hollow is really a collection of distinct communities gathered under one well-known name, and understanding those sub-neighborhoods is key to finding the right fit. Rough Hollow - The Point sits right on Lake Travis with waterfront homesites and some of the most sought-after addresses in the entire community. Waters Edge and Lakeside sections draw buyers who want lake proximity without committing to full waterfront pricing. The Peninsula and The Bluffs offer elevated positions above the water with sweeping Hill Country panoramas.
For those drawn to hilltop views over the lake and surrounding limestone terrain, Vista Ridge, West Rim, and The Overlook deliver exactly that, often with oversized lots and custom builds that make the most of every sightline. The Summit reaches the highest elevations in the community. Cypress Ridge and The Woodlands sections have a more wooded, sheltered feel, with mature trees giving properties a sense of privacy that open ridge lots cannot replicate.
Rough Hollow - Las Brisas Estates is the go-to section for buyers prioritizing land, offering generous lot sizes and a quieter pace. Hacienda Heights brings a distinct architectural character with Spanish-influenced design that sets it apart visually from the rest of the community. Canyon Pass is one of the more active sections with consistent turnover and a broad mix of home sizes. East Rim and Highland Terrace round out the ridge-top options on the eastern side of the community.
Buyers who want lower-maintenance living have options too. The Vineyards at Rough Hollow offers condominium-style units that share the community's amenities without the upkeep of a large single-family lot. Westside Landing combines condos and single-family homes on the western edge of the development. The Enclave is a gated section that provides an added layer of privacy within the already well-managed community.
Builders like David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes have an active presence in the community, so buyers interested in new construction have real options alongside the established resale inventory. Lot purchases are also possible in several sections for buyers who want to design from scratch.
Schools in Rough Hollow
Rough Hollow feeds into Lake Travis ISD, which is consistently regarded as one of the stronger school districts in the Austin metro. Elementary-aged students attend either Rough Hollow Elementary or Serene Hills Elementary, both of which serve the community directly. From there, students move to Lake Travis Middle School and then Lake Travis High School, both of which offer strong academics alongside competitive athletics and fine arts programs.
Lake Travis High School in particular has a well-established reputation for college preparation, AP coursework, and extracurriculars that reflect the level of investment the district puts into its secondary programs. For buyers with school-age children, the Lake Travis ISD boundary is often a primary factor in deciding between Rough Hollow and communities in other parts of the metro.
Lifestyle & Amenities
The Rough Hollow Yacht Club and Harbor is the heartbeat of the community. Residents have access to a full-service marina, resort-style pools, a lazy river, fitness facilities, and a waterfront pavilion that gets heavy use on summer weekends. The yacht club hosts regular social events and gives the neighborhood a genuine sense of place that most master-planned communities spend years trying to build.
Beyond the water, Rough Hollow has an extensive trail network that winds through the Hill Country terrain connecting different sections of the community. Parks and open spaces are woven throughout, and the natural limestone landscape gives the whole development a character that feels authentically Central Texas rather than transplanted from somewhere else.
Restaurants, coffee shops, and daily conveniences are close by along RR 620 and in the broader Lakeway area. The Baylor Scott and White Medical Center at Lakeway and the Hill Country Galleria in nearby Bee Cave handle most shopping and healthcare needs without requiring a trip into Austin proper. The Hill Country Galleria in particular is a regional anchor with grocery, dining, and retail that Rough Hollow residents use routinely.
Real Estate Market Overview
Rough Hollow occupies the upper tier of the Lakeway and greater Lake Travis area real estate market. The range within the community is genuinely wide: condos in The Vineyards represent one end of the spectrum, while waterfront estates at The Point and Peninsula represent another entirely. That spread means buyers at different budget levels can find a foothold in the community, though the core of the market leans toward larger single-family homes on generous lots.
Homes here tend to be well-appointed, and sellers generally invest in maintaining their properties given the community's standards and HOA expectations. The market has seen the same recalibration affecting much of the Austin Hill Country over the past couple of years, creating an environment where prepared buyers can approach the community with more negotiating room than was available at the peak. Custom and semi-custom builds on view lots command premium positioning, while more standard resale inventory in Canyon Pass and comparable sections offers accessible entry points into the Rough Hollow lifestyle.
Buyers browsing Austin area homes for sale frequently compare Rough Hollow against other Lake Travis communities before settling on a direction. The yacht club amenities and Lake Travis ISD schools make it a strong contender at nearly every price point it serves.
Getting Around Rough Hollow
Rough Hollow straddles RR 620 near the heart of Lakeway, which is the primary artery connecting the community to the rest of the Austin metro. From the neighborhood, downtown Austin is typically 30 to 40 minutes under normal conditions, with the run getting longer during peak commute hours on 620 and FM 2222. The Lakeway area has limited public transit, so most residents rely on personal vehicles for daily trips.
The tradeoff most buyers willingly accept is the drive in exchange for the lake access, Hill Country setting, and school district. Remote and hybrid work arrangements have made the commute less of a daily concern for a significant portion of the community's residents. The Domain, Northwest Austin, and the RR 620 corridor itself have enough employment concentration that many residents avoid downtown entirely.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is roughly 45 to 55 minutes from Rough Hollow under typical conditions, which is a consideration for buyers who travel frequently for work. For those commuting to the tech corridor along 183 or 360, the drive from Rough Hollow is more manageable, particularly if travel happens outside peak windows.
Neuhaus Realty Group works with buyers and sellers throughout Rough Hollow and the broader Lake Travis corridor. If you are weighing which section of Rough Hollow fits your priorities, or comparing the community against others in the area, reach out and we can walk you through the current landscape with the kind of local knowledge that actually moves the needle.
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