$1,450,000

About this home

Perched on approximately 4.5 private acres atop a high bluff with 400 feet of waterfront on the Pedernales River arm of Lake Travis, this award-winning custom home is a rare expression of architecture, landscape, and sustainability. Designed in 1998 by Kevin Alter and David Heymann, the residence received the AIA Austin Honor Award and was featured in Texas Architect magazine. The home is organized into north and south wings connected by a dramatic 96-foot covered deck facing west—ideal for cool morning breakfasts, Hill Country sunsets, and near-constant breezes. Floor-to-ceiling windows, clerestory ventilation, fully insulated 6” exterior walls, and ceiling fans throughout support a thoughtfully engineered, energy-efficient design that encourages natural cross-ventilation and minimal HVAC use. The north wing offers an open living, dining, and kitchen space with granite counters, custom cabinetry, limestone fireplace, and expansive glazing for abundant natural light. The primary suite features granite finishes and a large walk-in shower. The south wing includes three bedrooms, a full bath, laundry, and a two-car garage, separated by a breezeway that channels prevailing southerly winds. Notable upgrades include solar panels (2020), rainwater collection providing the sole water source since 2010, two new Trane HVAC systems (2024), updated septic pump, and a private dock with boat slip. Cat5 ethernet outlets throughout support modern connectivity and home automation. This is a distinctive, architecturally significant waterfront retreat offering privacy, sustainability, and timeless design—ready for its next steward.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Facts

Property type

Residential · Single Family Residence

Year built

1998

Lot size

4.55 acres

Living area

2,837 sq ft

Price per sq ft

$511

Bathrooms

2 full, 1 half

Garage

2 spaces

Annual taxes

$25,430

County

Travis

Neighborhood

Milam Ranch

School district

Lake Travis ISD

Schools

West Cypress Hills · Lake Travis · Lake Travis

Features

Roof

Metal

View

Hill Country, River, Trees/Woods, Water

Sewer

Septic Tank

Levels

Two

Cooling

Central Air

Fencing

Partial, Wire

Heating

Central

Flooring

Carpet, Stone, Wood

Utilities

Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected

Appliances

Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, RNGHD

Lot

Rock Outcropping, Many Trees, Views

Water

See Remarks

Pool

None

Horse amenities

None

Windows

Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens

Parking

Detached, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Exterior

Boat Dock - Private, Boat Slip, Uncovered Courtyard, Gutters Full

Interior

Breakfast Bar, Ceiling-High, Granite Counters, Primary Bedroom on Main, Study/Home Office, Walk-In Closet(s)

Community

None

Fireplace

Family Room, Stone, Wood Burning

Foundation

Slab

Waterfront

River Front, Waterfront

Energy efficiency

Construction, Exposure/Shade, Solar Panel, Sustainability, Water Conservation, Windows

Accessibility

None

Construction

Metal Siding, Wood Siding

Patio & porch

Covered, Deck, Rear Porch

Location