401 Bella Montagna Cir, Austin, TX 78734

Welcome to an extraordinary Italian-style villa located just 30 minutes from downtown Austin and minutes from Lake Travis. This luxurious single-story home spans 4,800 square feet and is perfectly nestled on a sprawling 1.2-acre lot. The villa boasts 5 generously sized bedrooms and 4 full and 2 half bathrooms, featuring a thoughtful mother-in-law floor plan for added privacy and convenience. Enjoy multiple living areas, including a family room, game room, formal living area, and a media room, perfect for entertaining and relaxation. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, equipped with three copper sinks, a butler’s pantry, a wet bar, and a walk-in pantry, ensuring functionality. Additional amenities include a wine closet for your collection, beautiful hardwood floors, elegant travertine tiles that add to the home's opulence, a water softener for the whole house, and a water purifier system in the kitchen and butler’s pantry. The backyard is particularly impressive, providing a perfect space for outdoor entertainment. Experience outdoor living at its finest with covered front and back porches and an incredible pool area featuring a large pool, hot tub, and a large cabana with a grilling area, plenty of covered space, and a fireplace. There is an attached storage area referred to as the “Garden Room” in the backyard with double doors, windows, and a ramp to the backyard that can be used for lawn equipment storage, etc. In addition, there is a huge flat lawn ideal for recreation and gatherings. Situated on a corner lot, the property is adjacent to a greenbelt area on two sides, enhancing its privacy and natural beauty. Located in the highly regarded Lake Travis High School district, this stunning villa seamlessly combines classic Italian architectural elements with modern amenities, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this exquisite property in one of Austin’s most sought-after locations.

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.