Spicewood, Marble Falls,
Kingsland & Lake LBJ

The Highland Lakes opportunity

The Colorado River Highland Lakes chain — Lake Travis, Lake LBJ, Inks Lake, Lake Buchanan — stretches through the Texas Hill Country northwest of Austin and represents some of the most stunning real estate in the state. Waterfront and water-access lots here are finite, and building your own custom home on one is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

I specialize in the communities along Lake LBJ and the surrounding area — Spicewood, Marble Falls, Kingsland — where lot availability, David Weekley plan compatibility, and site conditions make for outstanding build-on-your-lot projects.

What makes lake builds different

Building on a lake or waterfront lot comes with a specific set of considerations that require specialist knowledge. I evaluate every lake lot with these in mind:

• LCRA (Lower Colorado River Authority) regulations govern what you can build near the waterline
• Shoreline setbacks vary by lake and lot — directly affects your footprint and view corridors
• Flood zone determinations — FEMA maps and finished floor elevation requirements
• Boat dock and slip permitting — LCRA and county requirements differ
• Septic system requirements — proximity to water creates stricter rules
• Slope and topography — lake lots often have significant grade changes that affect cost

Communities I know well

Each of these communities has its own character, regulations, and lot market. I work in all of them regularly:

• Spicewood — Close to Austin, mix of waterfront and water-access lots, growing fast
• Marble Falls — Established Hill Country town with strong infrastructure and services
• Kingsland — Where the Llano River meets Lake LBJ, exceptional natural beauty
• Lake LBJ — One of the few constant-level lakes in Texas, highly desirable for waterfront builds

David Weekley on lake lots

David Weekley Homes has the experience and plan library to create a home that takes full advantage of a lake setting — expansive windows, covered outdoor living, and floor plans oriented toward the water. I work with you to select and customize a plan that makes the most of your specific lot and view.