$975,000

About this home

Perched among the trees on a secluded hillside cul de sac, this iconic glass and steel masterpiece offers a living experience unlike anything else in Austin. Featured on HGTV and the filming location for several documentaries, this architect designed home is both a work of art and a successful short term rental, offering the opportunity to enjoy an extraordinary private retreat while generating income when not in use. Originally designed as an architect's personal residence, the home features soaring 30 foot glass walls and 11 sliding glass doors that blur the line between indoors and out, creating a true treehouse experience. Expansive decks and patios surround the home with panoramic Hill Country and greenbelt views, while a dramatic rock wall and bridge entry create an unforgettable first impression. A private trail leads to Indian Creek with seasonal waterfalls and swimming holes. The upstairs primary suite offers three private decks, while the downstairs retreat features floor to ceiling glass, an open air shower with three rain shower heads, and a jetted soaking tub for two. Recent updates include a standing seam metal roof in 2024, a new HVAC system in 2023 with an upstairs mini split, and a new dishwasher in 2025. A rare second lot conveys with the sale, providing space for a guest house, pool, workshop, or additional privacy. Located in Apache Shores, residents enjoy private Lake Austin access with a boat launch, lakeside park, pool, tennis and basketball courts, volleyball, soccer, disc golf, and a clubhouse. Just minutes from Lake Travis, Lakeway, the Hill Country Galleria, and about 30 minutes from downtown Austin, this one of a kind property offers exceptional architecture, natural beauty, and investment potential.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Facts

Property type

Residential · Single Family Residence

Year built

2003

Lot size

0.6 acres

Living area

1,638 sq ft

Price per sq ft

$595

Bathrooms

2 full, 0 half

HOA

$45 (annually)

County

Travis

Neighborhood

Apache Shores Sec 3 Amended

School district

Lake Travis ISD

Schools

Lake Travis · Hudson Bend · Lake Travis

Features

Roof

Metal

View

Canyon, Hill Country, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods

Sewer

Septic Tank

Levels

Two

Cooling

Central Air

Fencing

Back Yard, Partial, Wrought Iron

Heating

Central, Heat Pump

Flooring

Concrete, No Carpet, Wood

Utilities

Electricity Available

Appliances

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Microwave, Electric Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer, Electric Water Heater

Lot

Greenbelt, Cul-De-Sac, Private, Trees-Heavy, Views

Water

Public

Pool

None

Horse amenities

None

Windows

Blinds, Insulated Windows, See Remarks

Parking

Boat, Outside, See Remarks

Exterior

Balcony, Exterior Steps, Private Yard, See Remarks

Interior

Two Primary Suties, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-High, Ceiling-Vaulted, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Storage, Two Primary Closets, Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks

Community

Fishing, High Speed Internet, Lake, Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Sport Court(s)/Facility, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), See Remarks

Fireplace

None

Foundation

Slab

Waterfront

None

Energy efficiency

None

Accessibility

None

Construction

See Remarks, Glass

Patio & porch

Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, See Remarks

Location