448 Seawind, Lakeway, TX 78734

Situated on nearly 1/2 acre overlooking the 18th green of Live Oak Golf Course, this custom designed & built 5 bed, 5 bath with a dedicated office & no HOA offers a rare combination of refined luxury, thoughtful design, & privacy. Crafted for those who value space, quality, and timeless elegance. The exterior is framed by lush landscaping and generous setbacks, creating a private retreat with a huge backyard that offers ample room for a future pool. An oversized 3 car garage provides exceptional space, easily accommodating large vehicles & is complemented by a dedicated shop. Keeping work/hobbies separate from the living areas. Inside, soaring ceilings, wide sightlines, and rich hardwood floors establish a refined atmosphere. Thoughtfully placed windows capture sweeping golf course views, with the 18th green serving as a stunning, ever-changing backdrop. The expansive main living area is both inviting and elegant, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace. The centrally located kitchen is designed for both everyday living & entertaining, featuring abundant counter space, ample cabinetry, quality finishes, and open sightlines throughout the home. A dedicated office offers a private workspace filled with natural light and golf course views. The 1st floor primary suite is a true retreat, highlighted by large windows, a spa-like bathroom, & an oversized walk-in closet. Also on the main level is a private MIL/guest suite with its own bath, providing flexibility for multigenerational living or extended stays. Upstairs, additional bedrooms and bathrooms are generously sized, offering comfort & privacy. Smart-home features include Philips Hue lighting, security cameras, & built-in Klipsch audio throughout. Outdoor living is elevated by a covered patio overlooking the 18th green, complete with an outdoor fireplace and kitchen perfect for year-round entertaining. Located in Old Lakeway with no HOA, this exceptional custom designed & built home defines premier golf course living.

At 448 Seawind in Lakeway, this 5-bedroom, 5-bath home sits on nearly half an acre overlooking the 18th green of Live Oak Golf Course, offering the lifestyle clarity most buyers seek: no HOA, no restrictions, just unobstructed views and complete control of your property. Built in 2017 across 4,245 square feet, the home delivers the rare combination of golf course frontage and room to expand, with a blank canvas backyard and boat ramp access to Lake Travis.

The interior establishes living flow from the moment you enter. Soaring ceilings and wide sightlines guide the eye toward floor-to-ceiling windows framing the golf course. Hardwood flooring anchors the main living areas, where a wood-burning fireplace serves as the visual centerpiece. The kitchen opens to living spaces without walls, featuring dual ovens, gas cooktop, wine refrigerator, and counter depth that supports both casual weeknight dinners and full entertaining. A dedicated office on the main floor captures morning light and those ever-changing fairway views, solving the work-from-home question without isolating yourself from family spaces.

The primary suite occupies the main level, separated from the kitchen hustle. A spa-caliber bathroom connects to an oversized walk-in closet. On the same floor sits a guest or in-law suite with its own bathroom, the kind of layout that accommodates parents visiting or adult children returning home. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms provide genuine privacy rather than shared hallway noise.

Outdoors, the home shifts into resort mode. A covered patio runs the length of the rear facade, anchored by an outdoor fireplace and kitchen setup designed for November through March entertaining in Hill Country. That unobstructed 18th green backdrop changes hourly with light and season, essentially providing free landscape architecture. The lot backs directly to the golf course while remaining level and studded with mature trees ranging 20 to 40 feet.

Smart-home integration includes Philips Hue lighting, built-in Klipsch audio distribution, and security cameras. A 3-car garage opens to dedicated shop space, separating hobbies and projects from the main residence.

Lake Travis ISD schools serve Lakeway: Serene Hills Elementary, Hudson Bend Middle, and Lake Travis High. The Old Lakeway location positions you near both downtown Lakeway shopping and the extended Lake Travis trail system, with boat launch proximity a genuine amenity rather than theoretical.

At 1.45 million dollars, the $342 per square foot price reflects golf course exposure without the constraint of restrictive covenants. This is full-ownership living with views most buyers never access.

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.