Anyone in Austin will tell you one of the most extraordinary neighborhoods in the entire city is West Lake Hills, or as the locals call it, Westlake. Westlake and the surrounding Rollingwood and Bee Cave area boast some of the most beautiful rolling hillsides and views of downtown Austin as well as the surrounding Hill Country in Texas. What makes Westlake even more desirable is its close proximity to both downtown Austin and Lake Austin.

Living in West Lake Hills gives residents the best of everything Austin has to offer. Luxurious homes offer ample homesites or acreage. Easy access to upscale shopping and dining. Close proximity to recreation such as golf and water sports. Prestigious schools (including preschool programs) in an exemplary school district, the Eanes ISD. Well-respected places of worship to choose from All this, as well as the ease of quick access to many of Austin’s major expressways and highways.

Westlake also boasts the most magnificent luxury homes with views of Downtown Austin, as well as access to, Lake Austin. Lake Austin, a water reservoir on the Colorado River, is a 22-mile stretch of the seven Highland Lakes, gracing the area just west of downtown Austin. Lined by prime waterfront real estate, this long narrow lake winds through some of Austin’s finest residential communities. From weekend boat docks to palatial estates, Lake Austin is home to the many who enjoy the laid-back charm of waterfront living in Austin Texas.

Nestled on top one of the most famous hillsides in the Texas Hill Country is Barton Creek Resort and Spa, a celebrity destination known internationally for its beautiful accommodations and is regarded as the #1 gold resort in Texas. Barton Creek features the signature Fazio Foothills, the impressive Fazio Canyons, the stunning Crenshaw Cliffside and the secluded Palmer Lakeside. Barton Creek spans across 4,000 acres of land comprised of million-dollar estates built in harmony with nature throughout many exclusive communities such as Barton Creek Estates, Escala, Verano, Amarra Drive, The Woods, and Calera to name a few.

Located just west of Barton Creek are more gorgeous neighborhoods with sprawling homes of about one to six acres of land like Rob Roy, Palomino Ridge and Seven Oaks. Residents of Seven Oaks and these other exclusive neighborhoods enjoy custom architectural designs, with features like Tuscan-inspired stucco, vaulted ceilings, interior courtyards and designer pools along with upscale finishes including granite countertops and top-of-the-line appliances as well as many custom tailored finishes.

Westlake is also a terrific place for young families because it has everything new parents need. There are several wonderful private schools in the area and public schools that are regarded as some of the best in the state. Many of the churches nearby offer loving and educational Mother’s Day Out programs for preschool-aged children. There are beautiful parks, including an iconic Austin food trailer park, and plenty of dining options with outdoor playscapes to keep little ones happy and occupied. Highly regarded pediatricians, pediatric dentists and other doctors who specialize in children’s care have offices in the Westlake area.

Zbranek & Holt Custom Homes helps individuals and families looking to build distinctive custom homes in Westlake, formally West Lake Hills, as well as those families considering building a Bee Cave custom home. Expertise, skill and outstanding communication make us a leading Texas custom home builder throughout Austin and Central Texas. Our Austin luxury custom homes are renowned for exceptional design, extraordinary building quality and the most current IT capabilities offered. Custom homes built by Zbranek and Holt stand out in some of the most beautiful communities in the area, including West Lake Hills, Rollingwood, Westlake Drive, Summit at West Rim, Stratford Drive, The Estates of Barton Creek, Escala, The Woods, Escala, Verano, Calera, Seven Oaks, Rob Roy, Lake Pointe, Spanish Oaks, and The Preserve at Barton Creek.