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About 20 miles from Austin Texas, you will find the city of Lakeway . Situated in picturesque west Travis County , Lakeway is right on Lake Travis . State Highway 620 takes you right into the city, and if you don’t care to drive, there are plenty of other ways to get into town. Austin ’s Bergstrom International Airport is only about 35 minutes from Lakeway and the city can also be easily accessed by the US290/TX71 freeway.
Before you head for Lakeway, though, be warned: you may not want to leave once you arrive. There is a reason why this city is one of the most highly esteemed planned developments in the nation. This is Texas country at its finest, with 5 500 acres of hills, lake views, limestone cliffs, fields, and green spaces. Lakeway is a recreation-focused community, and that means lots of natural green areas coupled with carefully planned development.
Lakeway is far from a retired green space, though. After more than 30 years of development, this is a fully matured community, with resources, natural beauty, a wide variety of real estate, and plenty of room for growth. You can find permanent, weekend, and vacation properties here and land is still left over for future growth, promising many exciting opportunities to come.
The city was founded in 1963 and immediately drew residents because of its unique vision. Unlike other communities, Lakeway has always been focused on combining the very best of suburban and country living, creating a community lifestyle that blends diversity, convenience, and leisurely comforts. Today, more than 7 000 families, weekenders, and retirees call Lakeway and its incorporated city, The Hills of Lakeway, home.
The Property Owner’s Association of Lakeway and The Hills of Lakeway is able to offer excellent balanced living a world apart from the crime and bustle of urban congestion. With its emphasis on recreation, Lakeway is able to offer residents a choice of clubs, ranging from book clubs to golf clubs, bridge clubs, tennis clubs, and photography clubs. Social events such as parades, trips, cookouts, and tournaments of every stripe as well as committees and associations create plenty to do and foster community spirit.
Education in Lakeway
In the Austin area, the Lake Travis Independent School District , first established in 1981, is known for its excellent education standards and for the high achievement of its students. This is the district to which Lakeway belongs. The Lake Travis Independent School District has grown rapidly in recent years, and is expected to remain an education leader in the region. The school district is able to boast a low 16 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Honors courses, extracurricular activities, computer classes, and other curriculum features are all available to students living in Lakeway. In addition, the Lake Travis
Independent School District does a good job of preparing students for college: over 40% of the faculty members in the district have graduate degrees. The Lake Travis
Independent School District has an enrollment base of over 2 500 students and Lakeway students constitute one third of that number, meaning that students from the city are well represented and have many peers nearby. Schools in Lakeway include:
Bee Cave Elementary School
14300 Hamilton Pool 533-6250
Lake Pointe Elementary School
11801 Sonoma Dr 533-6500
Lake Travis Elementary School
15303 Kollmeyer 533-6300
Lakeway Elementary School
1701 Lohmans Crossing 533-6350
Hudson Bend Middle School
15600 Lariat Trl 533-6400
Lake Travis Middle School
3328 RR 620 533.6200
In addition to these schools, Serene Hills Elementary has been planned and is to be built in the near future.
Golf and Tennis in Lakeway
Lakeway offers some of the most unique and impressive golf opportunities in the nation. The city is home to four 18-hole golf courses. In the city of Lakeway , residents can find Yaupon, which features grills, pro shops, and stunning views of Texas hill country and the lake. The city of Lakeway is also home to the Live Oak golf course, which has a pro shop and grill. Here, golfers will enjoy playing surrounded by majestic oak trees. For something even more unique, golfers may want to play at the Hills Country Club, designed by Jack Nicklaus. The Hills of Lakeway golf course is famous in the region for its 15-foot natural waterfall. Be sure to take a look – it can be found at the seventh hole. The Hills clubhouse offers golfers a locker room, pro shop, grill, and a comfortable dining room. Lakeview club members also can enjoy visiting the most advanced golf instruction center in the nation at The Academy of Golf in the Hills. With a par 3, 4 and 5, it is perfect for brushing up on the game; this is the perfect place to fall in love with the green all over again. Residents of Lakeway can now also enjoy the new Flintrock Falls golf course.
Tennis players will certainly not be disappointed with the city. Lakeway’s The World of Tennis was recognized by World Tennis magazine as one of the top 25 tennis facilities on earth. Tennis Magazine awarded The World of Tennis with the title of one of the 50 greatest facilities in the country. The World of Tennis boasts 2 indoor courts and 26 courts overall. The World of Tennis is not the only tennis facility in town. Near the Live Oak clubhouse, you will find The Lakeway Tennis Center, with six tennis courts.
It is mandatory for everyone who owns property in the Hills to retain at least a social membership, at minimum, in the Hills club. However, a full or tennis membership gives residents additional benefits. Memberships can be upgraded at any time. Members have access to all Lakeway and Hills amenities and members also enjoy special rates on amenities.
The Lakeway Marina
The biggest full-service marina on Lake Travis can be found in Lakeway. The Lakeway Marina is home to more than 350 covered boat slips, fuel service, and a parts department. Conveniently situated near the Lakeway Resort and Conference Center , the marina offers parasailing tours, fishing guides, and boat rentals. Whether you want a boat for fishing, skiing, or just relaxing, daily rentals of a number of boats, including pontoon, pedal and runabouts are available at the marina. If you enjoy the water, you might also enjoy the Lakeway Swim Center (tel. 512-261-3000, www.lakewayswimcenter.com ).
Parks in Lakeway
If you love green spaces, you will be pleased to know that there are three parks in Lakeway, overseen by The Lakeway Parks and Recreation Department. Right on Lake Travis you will find The Lakeway City Park. This 64-acre green area is perfect for recreation. The park boasts basketball courts, picnic areas, many trees, playground equipment, lake views, hiking trails, and much more. It is home to a number of community events, such as Parks Day, fishing derbies, the Easter egg hunt, Breakfast with Santa, Halloween Parade, and yearly 4th of July celebrations. The park is an excellent place for relaxing in solitude or enjoying the company of others.
Lakeway is also home to two greenbelts which run along creeks in the area. The greenbelts are fully mapped and feature many miles of walking trails in pristine nature. If you love bird watching or outdoor exercise, the greenbelts are sure to delight.
Lakeway’s newest park is The Canyonlands. This 20 acre park features a scenic canyon which affords amazing views. The Canyon reaches from Rough Hollow Cove to the west of the city. Lakeway is also home to Porpoise Park , a small and sunny park right in the middle of the city. In addition, Lakeway residents can enjoy Dragon Park , which features many recreational areas that are perfect for children.
Taxation in Lakeway
- Travis Hospital District tax rate .0779
- Lakeway MUD .2818
- Lake Travis ISD 1.8005
- Travis County ESD #6 .1000
- Travis County .4993
- City of Lakeway .2275
If You are Moving to Lakeway: Utility Contact Information
- Telephone: SBC, 1-800-464-7928
- Electricity: Pedernales Electric, (888) 554-4732; City of Austin , 512-494-9400
- Gas: Atmos Energy,1-800-460-3030
- Water: Lakeway MUD, 512-261-6222
- Lower Colorado River (LCRA): 800- 776-5272
Cable: Time Warner, 512-930-3085
For Further Information
- www.cityoflakeway.com
- www.laketravis.txed.net
- www.relocateamerica.com
- www.lwmarina.biz
- www.lakeway.org