
Austin, TX 78732 (Travis County)
About this property
Set behind dual gated entries along one of the most coveted stretches of Lake Austin, Butterfly Beach is a Santa Barbara inspired estate offering exceptional privacy, scale, and craftsmanship. Positioned on nearly three acres with over 250 feet of waterfront, the property features a grand, level arrival, tranquil pond, and a courtyard framed by gardens and flowering vines. The residence spans more than 7,500 square feet, designed to live in harmony with its surroundings, with nearly every room opening to the landscape and lake beyond. Interiors are defined by hand troweled Venetian plaster walls, custom ironwork, bespoke lighting, and a refined material palette throughout. A dedicated wine room and a flexible theater room, which can serve as a bedroom or exercise studio, add versatility. At the center of the home, the chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, marble and granite surfaces, and a Lacanche French range. Supporting spaces include a butler’s pantry, additional refrigeration, and generous storage. A central reverse osmosis system services five locations, including the kitchen, butler’s pantry, coffee bar, wet bar, and outdoor kitchen. Outdoor living offers expansive terraces, a negative edge pool, and a private two slip boat dock with upper entertaining deck and automated screens. Surrounded by nearly eight acres of protected wildlife preserve, the property provides a rare sense of privacy. A separate guest casita with private access includes a bedroom, full bath, and flexible living space. Additional features include a five car garage configuration with climate controlled workshop, glass show garage, and a fire suppression system. Rare opportunity to own a premier Lake Austin estate.
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About the Area
14500 Flat Top Ranch Rd is located in Austin, Texas, in Travis County. Travis County is home to Austin, the capital of Texas and one of the fastest-growing major cities in the United States. Beyond the urban core, Travis County still contains significant ranch and acreage properties in its western reaches, where the Hill Country meets the city and land values reflect both agricultural heritage and proximity to one of America's most dynamic economies.
The Colorado River flows through Travis County, impounded into Lake Travis and Lake Austin, key recreation anchors for the region. The Balcones Escarpment marks the transition from the limestone Hill Country in the west to the Blackland Prairie in the east. Barton Creek and its tributaries carve spring-fed swimming holes and nature preserves within the urban fabric.
Austin had an estimated population of 967,862 as of 2023. The 78732 zip code has a median household income of $194,120, a median home value of $728,500, and a median age of 37.7. The average household size is 2.77 people.
Austin's economy is anchored by the University of Texas, state government, and a massive technology sector that has attracted Apple, Tesla, Oracle, Dell, and hundreds of startups. Travis County acreage properties command premium prices reflecting proximity to the Austin job market, major airports, and world-class amenities.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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