8609 Navidad Dr, Austin, TX 78735

This isn’t just a home - it’s a fresh start, a retreat, and a place where every detail has been considered so you can simply move in and start living. Fully rebuilt in 2025 touching every surface, this modern estate in the heart of Barton Creek feels brand new. You will not find a house at this price per square foot with this level of finish out. As you step inside, you'll immediately feel the openness and flow of the layout. With over 7,500 square feet, there's room for everyone and everything - whether you're hosting family gatherings or enjoying a quiet evening in. The kitchen is a dream - a massive 14-foot island anchors the space, surrounded by Sub-Zero refrigeration, a Wolf range, and a Miele espresso machine and a full butler's pantry, you'll have all the storage and prep space you'll ever need. 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, including a private-entry suite that’s perfect for long-term guests, older kids, or live-in help. A main-floor primary suite - steel-framed glass doors open right to the backyard and a primary wet room with a soaking tub and double shower. A true home office, a dedicated gym, and even a private theater room. Full automation throughout the home includes: lighting, front door, garage doors, blinds, Sonos through the interior as well as backyard, irrigation, HVAC, UniFi cameras and mesh commercial wireless system. Not only is it fully automated, voice control or any iOS or Android platform will help you control every mood you want to create. The backyard is what really sets this home apart - pool, spa and towering oak trees. You’re just 20 minutes from downtown Austin and the airport, but it feels like a private escape. The Omni Barton Creek Resort & Country Club is right around the corner with golf cart access and a social membership included, access to world-class golf, tennis, spa amenities, and fine dining. From the brand-new systems and high-end finishes to the timeless design and unbeatable location, 8609 Navidad is ready for you.

At 8609 Navidad Drive in Barton Creek Section G, Austin, this 7,550-square-foot residence offers the rare combination of privacy and proximity that defines West Lake Hills living. The property sits on 0.59 acres with mature oak trees exceeding 40 feet, creating natural separation from neighbors while remaining minutes from the Austin ISD schools serving the area: Oak Hill Elementary, O Henry Middle, and Austin High School.

The home was comprehensively rebuilt in 2025, with every surface reconsidered. At $742 per square foot, the finish quality reflects full modernization across spray foam insulation, masonry, and stucco construction. The open floorplan spans multiple living areas with recessed lighting and a 14-foot kitchen island anchoring the space. Built-in Sub-Zero and Bosch refrigeration, Wolf gas range, double ovens, and a full butler's pantry handle serious cooking demands. Wood flooring, quartz counters, a wine refrigerator, and wet bar define the entertaining zones.

The six-bedroom layout includes a main-floor primary suite with steel-framed glass doors opening to the backyard and a dual-vanity wet room with soaking tub and double shower. A separate guest suite with private entry accommodates extended family or household staff. Home automation runs throughout: voice-controlled lighting, garage doors, blinds, Sonos speakers inside and out, UniFi cameras, and commercial-grade mesh WiFi. The smart thermostat and irrigation system respond to both iOS and Android platforms.

The backyard remains the defining feature. A private pool and spa sit beneath those towering oaks, creating genuine seclusion despite the property's location. An electric car charging plug, covered porches front and rear, and a three-car garage complete the exterior. A dedicated home office and private gym satisfy work-from-home requirements, while the theater room adds lifestyle flexibility.

The proximity to Omni Barton Creek Resort & Country Club matters significantly. Golf cart access and included social membership grant daily access to championship courses, tennis facilities, spa amenities, and fine dining without leaving the neighborhood. Downtown Austin and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport sit approximately 20 minutes away via nearby roads.

This property combines the security of privacy with the convenience of established Austin infrastructure. The 2025 rebuild means no deferred maintenance, no systems aging, and no surprises. For buyers seeking a ready-to-occupy estate in Barton Creek at current market value, this residence delivers both substance and location.

Barton Creek is Austin's premier golf community in 78735 - four championship courses thread through eight gated villages, twenty minutes from downtown. Median home price around $2.95M, with custom estates ranging from $1.2M patio homes to $6M+ golf-course frontage properties. Austin ISD schools.

Turn off Bee Caves Road and the Hill Country opens up - limestone ridges, old-growth oaks, fairways disappearing into canyons. Fazio Foothills (Tom Fazio's 1986 original at 7,087 yards) is the signature course, with Fazio Canyons and Coore Crenshaw offering different character. The Omni Barton Creek Resort anchors the community with spa, pools, dining, and member events.

Eight gated sections each have distinct character: Amarra Drive for new-build contemporary estates ($3M-$6M+), The Preserve for Hill Country views and privacy, Wimberly Lane for established homes with mature landscaping. HOA governance varies by section - some enforce architectural review strictly, others are lighter touch.

The buyer profile skews toward avid golfers (40% of purchases), families choosing Austin ISD, and C-suite executives who need estate-level privacy 20 minutes from downtown. The Greenbelt borders the western edge, and Sculpture Falls is accessible from within the community.