Woods of Westlake Real Estate: Estate-Size Lots, Incredible Views Surrounded by Nature’s Glory
Located just south of downtown Austin, right off Highway 360 and Mopac is the quaint but luxurious Woods of Westlake. A scenic and quiet neighborhood surrounded by magnificent parks and outdoor recreation, the Woods of Westlake offers incredible views as well as abundant shopping and dining options.
The Woods of Westlake is a perfect spot for those who enjoy the beauty of nature as much as the convenience of being only minutes from Austin’s legendary nightlife. Nestled in rolling Hill Country terrain, the elegant, luxurious homes are mostly custom-built, with spacious estate-sized lots. Downtown Austin is only 10 minutes away, and the airport is 20 minutes from home.
“Living here has just been wonderful,” says Dustin Acosta, a retail manager. Dustin has been living at the Woods of Westlake for the past 4 years and recently enrolled his son, Peter, into Westlake High School. “Everything is so close, and so scenic. I especially love the school my son’s in — it’s one of the best in the nation.”
Gorgeous Custom Homes and Award-Winning Schools
Most development in the Woods of Westlake neighborhood took place during the mid-90s, though some homes in the community date back to the late 1950s. Many of the homes here have been remodeled with modern design features and updated amenities. With an average size of about 3,300 square feet, prices range upwards of $1 million for the larger, most upgraded homes.
In addition to the gorgeous homes and idyllic setting, homeowners are attracted the neighborhood’s schools in the acclaimed Eanes Independent School District. The award-winning Westlake High School, is rated “Exemplary” by the Texas Education Agency and ranked among America’s best schools by Newsweek magazine. Other schools in the district include Forest Trail Elementary and West Ridge Middle School, rated “Recognized” by the TEA.
Convenient Shopping and Outdoor Recreation Amid Hill Country Beauty
The Woods of Westlake homeowners have tremendously convenient shopping and recreational opportunities. Nearby Bee Cave Road is a favorite local strip for daily shopping and dining, and the luxurious Barton Creek Square is mere minutes away. In fact, the neighborhood is within 15 minutes or less of seven major shopping centers including, the Village of Westlake, Barton Creek Square Mall, Southpark Meadows, Hill Country Galleria, Arbor Trails, Escarpment Village, and Sunset Valley Market Fair. Together, these retail malls represent almost 600 department stores, restaurants, movie theaters, and other stores.
In addition, this is a nature lover’s paradise. The Woods of Westlake offers all the relaxing natural beauty of Texas Hill country. Active locals enjoy the Barton Creek Greenbelt, a lengthy seven-mile trail that begins at Zilker Park and ends within the heart of the neighborhood itself, with plenty of shallow swimming holes and waterfalls nestled among shaded groves along the way. The trail is easy to walk on, but the escalating hills create a perfect course for staunch mountain bikers, and the sheer cliff walls provide great spots for rock climbing.
“The Best Living Austin has to Offer”
With such spectacular scenery and easy access to Austin’s best shopping and dining options, The Woods of Westlake is a wonderful luxury neighborhood for those seeking convenience and stylish living. The neighborhood’s coveted proximity to some of the city’s best schools, major employers, and active downtown nightlife, as well as its estate-size lots and beautiful custom homes, makes the Woods of Westlake a very attractive location for discerning homebuyers.
“I’m living in my dream house and my family really loves the area,” Dustin says. “The neighborhood definitely offers the best living Austin has to offer.”