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Spicewood

Discover Spicewood Real Estate: Your Gateway to Luxury Living

Pure Texas Hill Country — sprawling ranch estates, Lake Travis access, wineries, and wide-open skies just 30 minutes from Austin. Where space and serenity meet luxury living.

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Welcome to Spicewood

Spicewood is where the Texas Hill Country reveals its true character. Located along the upper shores of Lake Travis and stretching into the rolling hills west of Austin, Spicewood offers something increasingly rare in the Austin metro: genuine space, quiet, and a connection to the land.

With ranch estates on multi-acre lots, Lake Travis waterfront access, a growing wine country scene, and some of the most beautiful sunsets in Texas, Spicewood attracts buyers who want the Hill Country dream without sacrificing access to Austin — just 30 minutes away.

Why Buyers Choose Spicewood

The Space

  • Multi-acre lots and ranch properties — 5, 10, 20+ acres available
  • Privacy and quiet that is impossible to find closer to Austin
  • Dark skies, wildlife, and Hill Country views in every direction
  • Room for horses, workshops, guest houses, and gardens
  • Minimal HOA restrictions in many areas

The Homes

  • Custom Hill Country estates on large acreage
  • Lake Travis waterfront properties with deep-water access
  • Modern ranch homes with luxury finishes
  • Charming stone and timber homes with Texas character
  • Price range: $400K (smaller lots/homes) to $5M+ (waterfront estates and large ranches)

Areas Within Spicewood

  • Spicewood Proper (Hwy 71 Corridor) — The heart of Spicewood. Local restaurants, wineries, and community gathering spots. Mix of established homes and new builds on acreage. $400K-$2M.
  • Lake Travis Waterfront — Premium properties with lake access and boat docks on the upper reaches of Lake Travis. $1M-$5M+.
  • Pedernales River Area — Properties along or near the Pedernales River. Scenic, private, and great for outdoor recreation. $500K-$2.5M.
  • Briarcliff/Pace Bend — Southern Spicewood area near Pace Bend Park on Lake Travis. Wooded lots with lake access. $400K-$2M.

Wine Country and Dining

Spicewood is at the heart of the Texas Hill Country wine trail:

  • Spicewood Vineyards — Award-winning wines with a beautiful tasting room and Hill Country views
  • Fall Creek Vineyards — One of the original Texas wineries, on the shores of Lake Buchanan
  • Perissos Vineyard — Boutique winery with stunning grounds
  • Opie is BBQ — Local favorite for smoked meats and community vibes
  • Poodie is Hilltop Bar and Grill — Legendary roadhouse founded by Willie Nelson is tour manager. Live music, cold beer, Texas attitude.
  • Spicewood General Store — Community gathering spot and cafe

Outdoor Living

  • Krause Springs — Natural spring-fed swimming hole with gardens and camping. A Spicewood landmark.
  • Pace Bend Park — 1,300 acres of Lake Travis shoreline for camping, swimming, cliff jumping, and hiking
  • Pedernales Falls State Park — Stunning river falls, hiking trails, and swimming (20 min from Spicewood)
  • Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area — Wildflowers, camping, and lake access
  • Balcones Canyonlands NWR — Protected Hill Country wildlife habitat with birding trails

Market Snapshot

  • Median Home Price: $550K-$800K
  • Price Range: $400K to $5M+
  • Zip Code: 78669
  • Average Days on Market: 50-90 days
  • Property Tax Rate: 1.6-2.0% (lower than Austin proper)
  • Population: 11,980
  • Median Age: 46.2
  • Schools: Marble Falls ISD or Lake Travis ISD depending on location

Who Lives Here

  • Ranch and estate buyers wanting space, privacy, and views
  • Wine enthusiasts and hobby farmers
  • Remote workers who traded city life for Hill Country living
  • Retirees from Austin and other Texas metros seeking peace and beauty
  • Second-home buyers wanting a weekend retreat near Austin
  • Horse property buyers — Spicewood is equestrian-friendly territory

The Spicewood Lifestyle

Living in Spicewood means mornings with coffee on a porch overlooking Hill Country oak trees. It means Saturday wine tastings at Spicewood Vineyards, afternoons swimming at Krause Springs, and evenings listening to live music at Poodies while stars fill the sky above you.

It is Texas the way it used to be — and the way many people wish it still was. Spicewood is that rare place where the land and lifestyle have not been paved over. And for buyers who want that, there is nowhere better.

Ready to Explore Spicewood?

From waterfront estates on Lake Travis to Hill Country ranches with endless views, I know every road and every property in Spicewood. Let me help you find your piece of the Texas Hill Country.

Johnny Ronca | Compass
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Overview for Spicewood, TX

11,980 people live in Spicewood, where the median age is 46.2 and the average individual income is $68,893. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Spicewood, TX

There's plenty to do around Spicewood, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Explore popular things to do in the area, including What’s Up Brew, Pedernales Farmers Market, and Deeply Rooted Massage & Beauty.

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Dining 4.67 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.29 miles 8 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Beauty 3.14 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Spicewood, TX

Spicewood has 4,672 households, with an average household size of 2.56. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Spicewood do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 11,980 people call Spicewood home. The population density is 98.77 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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