ROUGH HOLLOW

A vibrant lakeside community in Lakeway offering resort-caliber amenities, Lake Travis access, and an active Hill Country lifestyle.

Rough Hollow is one of the most dynamic and sought-after master-planned communities in the Lake Travis corridor, located in Lakeway just west of Austin. Spanning over 1,600 acres of dramatic Texas Hill Country terrain along the shores of Lake Travis, the community combines an extraordinary amenity package with diverse housing options and direct lake access through its private yacht club and marina. Rough Hollow has set a new standard for lakeside living in the Austin area.

WHAT TO LOVE

• Private yacht club and full-service marina with deepwater Lake Travis access, boat slips, and waterfront dining
• Extensive amenity campus including resort-style pools, splash pad, fitness center, sport courts, and event pavilion
• Miles of hike-and-bike trails winding through Hill Country terrain with lake and canyon views
• Zoned to the top-rated Lake Travis Independent School District with an on-site elementary school
• Diverse housing options from townhomes and garden homes to waterfront estates
• Active community programming including concerts, food truck nights, holiday events, and kids' camps

PEOPLE & LIFESTYLE

Rough Hollow attracts a vibrant cross-section of residents—young families, active professionals, empty nesters, and retirees—all drawn by the community's exceptional amenities, lake access, and Hill Country setting. The neighborhood has an energetic, social character that sets it apart from more traditional lakeside communities. The packed events calendar—from summer concert series at the yacht club to community cookouts and holiday celebrations—creates a resort-like atmosphere where neighbors quickly become friends.

The lifestyle revolves around the outdoors and the water. Residents kayak to the yacht club for breakfast, hike the canyon trails before work, swim at the resort pool on weekends, and gather at the marina for sunset happy hours. It is a community designed for people who want to live actively and connect meaningfully with their neighbors.

ROUGH HOLLOW REAL ESTATE

One of Rough Hollow's greatest strengths is the diversity of its housing options. The community offers everything from low-maintenance townhomes and garden homes starting in the $400Ks to custom waterfront estates exceeding $3M. In between, buyers will find a range of single-family homes in various sections, each with its own character—from the family-oriented neighborhoods near the elementary school to the more secluded waterfront enclaves along the lake. Many homes feature Hill Country or lake views, and the community's newer sections showcase contemporary architectural designs with premium finishes.

This range of options allows residents to enter the community at various price points and potentially move within Rough Hollow as their needs evolve—a significant advantage for those who want to grow with the community.

AUGUST 2026 MARKET UPDATE

Rough Hollow market snapshot - data pulled August 21, 2026.

• 50 active listings, 6 under contract, and 7 pending
• Median sale price: $875,000
• Median price per square foot: $285
• Median days on market: 70
• Homes sold for a median of 97.1% of list price
• Months of inventory: 6.1
• Year over year: median price down 7.4%, price per square foot down 4.4%

Based on 99 closed sales in the last 12 months, compared with 92 in the 12 months before that. Rough Hollow is a single community, so a full-year window gives a steadier read than a month-to-month number would.

Rough Hollow is a buyer’s market right now. With 50 homes active and about six months of inventory, buyers have both selection and time - two things that were in short supply here a few years ago. If you are shopping, you can afford to be particular and to negotiate.

Prices have genuinely come down, and it is worth being straightforward about that. The median sale price is off 7.4% from a year ago and price per square foot is down 4.4%. When both of those move in the same direction it reflects an actual shift in values, not just a different mix of homes happening to sell.

The more encouraging story is underneath those numbers. Sales volume is up - 99 homes closed this year against 92 last year - and the median home is selling in 70 days, down from about 130 a year ago. Sellers who price to today’s market are still getting a median of 97.1% of asking. The homes that sit are almost always the ones that opened above where the market actually is, and in a community this size a single stale listing is visible to every buyer looking here.

What these figures cannot show you is the specific home - which lot, which view, how the finishes have held up, and how it compares to the others a buyer would tour the same weekend. That part takes walking through it. If you are weighing a move in Rough Hollow, I am always happy to talk it through.

Data source: Unlocked MLS (ACTRIS), pulled August 21, 2026. Market conditions change; figures reflect closed sales in the period noted.

LAKE TRAVIS & RECREATION

The Rough Hollow Yacht Club and Marina is the community's crown jewel, providing residents with direct access to Lake Travis and its 60-plus miles of shoreline. The marina offers boat slips, kayak and paddleboard storage, a waterfront restaurant, and event space—all exclusively for community residents and their guests. The Lower Colorado River Authority manages the lake and surrounding parklands, ensuring the long-term preservation of this extraordinary recreational resource.

Beyond the water, Rough Hollow features an extensive trail network that winds through canyons, along ridgelines, and through preserved natural areas. The Austin Parks and Recreation system and Travis County Parks maintain additional nearby facilities for hiking, mountain biking, and nature exploration.

DINING & SHOPPING

Rough Hollow's Lakeway location provides easy access to a growing array of dining and shopping options. The Lakeway corridor along Ranch Road 620 features restaurants, boutiques, and everyday services, while the Hill Country Galleria in nearby Bee Cave offers upscale retail, dining, and entertainment. The community's own yacht club restaurant provides an on-site waterfront dining experience that residents treasure. Downtown Austin's world-class culinary scene is approximately 30 minutes east.

SCHOOLS

Rough Hollow is zoned to the Lake Travis Independent School District, one of the highest-performing districts in Central Texas. The community is home to Rough Hollow Elementary, located within the neighborhood for maximum convenience. Students continue to Lake Travis Middle School and the acclaimed Lake Travis High School, both recognized for strong academics, competitive athletics, and comprehensive extracurricular programs. Having an elementary school within walking distance is a significant lifestyle advantage for families in the community.

Thinking about buying or selling in Rough Hollow?

I help buyers and sellers navigate the Lakeway and Lake Travis market with a strategy tailored to the neighborhood, current inventory, private-market opportunities, and recent sales.

Whether you’re relocating to Austin, comparing Rough Hollow to other Lake Travis communities, or considering selling your home, I’d be happy to be a resource.

Kelsey Easton | REALTOR® — Compass
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