106 Nakoma Dr, Lakeway, TX 78734

Every once in a while, a home comes along that reminds you exactly why people fall in love with Lakeway. 106 Nakoma Drive is one of those homes. Set beneath a canopy of mature trees on a .38-acre lot, this 3,370-square-foot home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, character, privacy and exceptional outdoor living. Inside, approximately 500 square feet of large, high-efficiency windows fill the home with natural light. Fossilized bamboo flooring runs through the main living spaces, while a stone fireplace anchors the family room. The remodeled kitchen features custom cherry cabinetry, pull-out and soft-close storage, stainless appliances, extensive lighting and a striking Blue Bahia island. The main-level primary suite offers a spacious private retreat, while three additional bedrooms and a finished, HVAC-conditioned flex room provide flexibility as a playroom, third living area, media room, gym or home office. Outside is where 106 Nakoma truly shines. More than 1,300 square feet of multi-level composite decking creates a private outdoor retreat. The covered upper deck includes a built-in grilling area and solar-powered adjustable louvered cover. Below, a custom pool features three fountains, lighting, an electric hidden cover and a Fastlane by Endless Pools for continuous swim-in-place exercise. Beyond the 3,370 square feet of living space is an additional 404-square-foot workshop and storage area—ideal for hobbies, tools, bikes, lake gear and more. Major improvements include a metal roof, owned solar, high-efficiency windows, whole-home air purification, Carrier two-stage heat pumps, a 2025 tankless propane water heater, energy-efficiency improvements and Level 2 EV charging. 106 Nakoma isn't a cookie-cutter house—and that's exactly the point. Mature trees, privacy, character and remarkable outdoor living make this one special. Come see it in person. This one exemplifies Lakeway.

Lakeway is the only city in the Austin metro where you can step off an 18th green, drive three minutes to a full-service marina, and be on the water before your golf shoes are off. That combination of golf and lake access within a single small city defines the lifestyle and explains why the community has attracted a specific kind of buyer for more than 50 years - people who want resort-quality recreation woven into daily routine rather than saved for vacation.

Lakeway sits on the south shore of Lake Travis, about 20 miles west of downtown along Highway 71 and Ranch Road 620. The drive downtown takes 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic at the 620/2222 interchange. The 620 corridor runs through the commercial district with H-E-B, medical offices, and growing restaurant and retail options. Bee Cave and Hill Country Galleria sit just south on 71, adding another tier of shopping within 10 minutes. The marina community gives waterfront access ranging from personal watercraft to full-size wakeboarding boats.

Hill Country Contemporary homes make up about 30% of inventory, featuring limestone, metal roofing, and expansive glass. Mediterranean designs account for 25%, popular in gated and golf course sections. Traditional Ranch homes represent 20%, concentrated in older sections near the original resort. The rest splits between Modern Farmhouse and custom contemporary on ridgeline lots. Lot sizes range from 8,000 square feet in townhome sections to full-acre spreads in Rough Hollow. Pricing starts in the low $500s for older condos, runs through $700,000 to $1.2 million for standard single-family, and reaches $3 million for waterfront or golf-front custom properties.

Lake Travis ISD serves Lakeway and consistently draws families relocating from central Austin. Lakeway Elementary and Serene Hills Elementary feed into Hudson Bend Middle School and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis High competes at 6A across Texas athletics with a strong football tradition alongside solid academics and fine arts. District facilities are newer than most Austin ISD campuses, and per-student spending is competitive with Eanes ISD at a lower tax rate.

The daily rhythm follows the lake and golf courses. Morning fog on Lake Travis burns off by 9 AM, and early risers are already on the water - kayaking coves, fishing bluffs, or running ski boats before afternoon wind. Lakeway Resort and Spa offers pool and fitness facilities, and Flintrock Falls Golf Club provides a Hill Country course. The Canyonlands trail system and Mount Lakeway trail offer hill hiking with lake views. Hamilton Greenbelt provides a shaded creek walk. For dining, The Grove Wine Bar anchors the upscale casual tier. SP Brazilian Steakhouse brings the full churrasco experience. Canyon Grille does American fare in a golf course setting. The Gramercy adds a polished New American option. MorninGlory handles breakfast with the consistency that turns a restaurant into a weekend ritual.

Lakeway is more developed than Jonestown and Lago Vista to the north, which offer lower prices but less infrastructure. It is less expensive than waterfront estates in Point Venture. And it provides a more recreational lifestyle than Bee Cave, which has better highway access but less lake connection. The main consideration is the 620 corridor, which can slow to a crawl during peak hours.

Lakeway works for buyers who want lake and golf access as a daily reality. It fits retirees with flexibility to enjoy the water on quiet weekday mornings. It suits families who value Lake Travis ISD and want kids growing up on the water. It works for remote workers who can schedule around the commute. If you need to be downtown every day by 8, the commute will wear on you. But if your priorities are outdoor recreation, strong schools, and a pace a few beats slower than central Austin, Lakeway makes a compelling case.