212 Marina View Way Unit #11A, Lakeway, TX 78734

Welcome to 212 Marina View Way—an exquisite statement of modern luxury nestled within the coveted, gated enclave of Lake Ridge in Rough Hollow. Perfectly positioned in one of the most prestigious waterfront communities, this residence delivers an unparalleled resort-style lifestyle, just moments from the Rough Hollow Yacht Club and Canyon Grille. A refined private courtyard sets the tone, anchored by a sophisticated outdoor fireplace—an inviting extension of the home ideal for elegant entertaining or intimate evenings under the stars. The detached guest casita offers a secluded haven, complete with a private entrance and en-suite bath, ensuring the utmost in comfort and privacy for guests. Inside, the residence showcases a masterful blend of form and function. The light-filled chef’s kitchen is appointed with premium BOSCH appliances and seamlessly opens to expansive living and dining spaces, creating a breathtaking backdrop for both grand-scale entertaining and effortless everyday living. The main level is reserved for the serene primary suite, a tranquil sanctuary framed by captivating views that celebrate the surrounding natural beauty. The lower level continues the home’s thoughtful design with a spacious additional bedroom suite and a well-appointed bath, along with a stylish powder room for added convenience. A private in-home elevator enhances accessibility while elevating the experience of luxury living across all levels. Set behind the gates of Lake Ridge, this residence embodies the essence of refined waterfront living. With direct access to the marina, yacht club, and waterfront dining, every day is infused with the feel of a five-star retreat. An extraordinary lock-and-leave offering, this home delivers the rare combination of effortless maintenance and elevated sophistication—where luxury meets lifestyle, and every detail is designed to impress.

The moment you step onto the private dock at 212 Marina View Way Unit 11A, you understand why Lakeway has become Austin's most coveted waterfront address. This 2,862 square foot residence sits directly on the water in Lakeway, offering what few properties in the Austin area can deliver: the constant, gentle rhythm of lake life at your doorstep.

From the shared boat dock, the home's design pulls you inward through a private courtyard anchored by an outdoor fireplace, then into open living spaces where the boundary between water and home dissolves. The light reaches deep into the residence through multiple angles, carrying with it the sound of the lake and the cool breeze that makes waterfront living feel fundamentally different from anything inland. The main floor primary suite frames the water views directly, positioning the bedroom as a quiet observation point rather than just sleeping quarters. Two additional suites on the lower level provide separation for family or guests, accessible by a private in-home elevator that eliminates the need to climb between levels.

The kitchen sits at the home's center, anchored by a substantial island and fitted with gas cooktop, BOSCH range, wine cooler, and stone counters that speak to the owner's cooking ambitions. This flows directly into the primary living and dining zones, making it simple to host the kind of entertaining that defines lake community life. The beamed ceilings and open floor plan prevent the home from feeling compartmentalized despite its three full baths and two half baths.

Lake Ridge residents enjoy direct marina access and immediate proximity to Rough Hollow Yacht Club and Canyon Grille. The Lakeway gated community enforces consistent maintenance standards, while Lake Travis ISD schools including Serene Hills Elementary and Lake Travis High serve the area. Built in 2017 with masonry and stucco construction, the home carries its price point of $989,000 at $346 per square foot, offering genuine waterfront value in a market where lake access commands premium multiples over comparable inland properties.

The lifestyle here centers on water. Not as backdrop, but as daily experience.

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.