3500 Bunny Run, Austin, TX 78746

3500 Bunny Run stands as a testament to the enduring allure of timeless design and meticulous craftsmanship – an achievement seldom found in today's world of mass-production. Designed by the esteemed Charles Travis of Chas Architects, this residence is a true masterpiece. Approaching the estate, you are greeted by the grandeur of large front doors reclaimed from a Mexican church. A stone’s throw from the foyer awaits a breathtaking courtyard, serving as the vibrant heart of the residence. Here, a captivating water feature meanders through the space, infusing life into the core of the home. Step inside to discover a sanctuary where every detail tells a story – Rodrigo Lara's "Falling from Grace" sculptures, imported Portuguese brick, intricate hand-made Moroccan tile, and hand-scraped Brazilian hardwood floors, installed by a singular artisan, radiate quality rarely encountered in modern work. The kitchen showcases a hand-hammered copper sink, granite countertops, and high-end appliances. The outdoor kitchen, equipped with a Wolf range, Viking BBQ grill, and Kamado grill, beckons for al fresco dining and entertaining. An expansive outdoor oasis can be enjoyed year-round. The intentional landscaping, designed by Root Design Company and now star of HGTV “Building Roots,” is teeming with diverse vegetation – date palms and other fruit trees create a tranquil retreat reminiscent of a Mediterranean dream. With views of the luscious backyard, the primary bedroom is palatial with a seating area, fireplace, marble ensuite, and walk-in closet. This magnificent five bedroom/eight bath estate additionally consists of a formal dining room, gameroom, library, home office, and ample flex space for a gym and storage. Modern conveniences abound with two universal EV chargers, new Sonos surround sound, and a sophisticated home automation system. Energy efficiency is equally paramount with recently installed Carrier Infinity HVAC units and Navien Energy Star tankless water heaters.

Westlake Hills is an incorporated city in Austin's 78746 ZIP code, five minutes west of downtown via Bee Caves Road. Eanes ISD - ranked #1 in Texas by Niche 2026 - draws most buyers. Median home price $2.4M, with estates from $1.2M updates to $10M+ hilltop compounds.

Roughly 1,000 total homes sit on wooded lots averaging half an acre to two acres, spread across the hills south of the Colorado River. Lost Creek, Davenport Ranch, The Oaks, and Bee Caves Woods each have a different character - from 1970s ranches on established lots to new-build Hill Country Contemporary estates with 20-foot ceilings and limestone facades.

The housing stock is in a generational transition. Original 1970s-80s ranch homes sell as teardowns at $1-2M for land alone, replaced by $3-8M contemporary builds. At any given time, 25-30 homes are actively listed. Inventory is tight, and a meaningful share of deals happen off-market through agent networks.

What defines daily life here: morning coffee at Swedish Hill, school drop-off at Eanes Elementary or Bridge Point, a trail run at Wild Basin Preserve, and dinner at Sway or Las Palomas without crossing MoPac. This is a quiet neighborhood built around schools and outdoor access, not nightlife or walkable retail. The people who live here chose it for exactly that trade-off.