La Vita of Lake Austin in Westlake Hills

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Set within the exclusive gated Island on Westlake enclave in Austin’s coveted 78746 and Eanes ISD, La Vita is a rare Lake Austin waterfront estate inspired by the timeless villas of Italy and thoughtfully positioned along 180 feet of prized shoreline beneath a canopy of towering mature trees. Spanning approximately 1.4 acres and nearly 9,000 square feet, the estate offers one of the rarest combinations on Lake Austin: expansive flat waterfront land, complete privacy, architectural significance, and direct water access with a private boat dock, all just minutes from downtown Austin. Inspired by the iconic Castello di Casole in Tuscany, the home was designed with an extraordinary sense of artistry, warmth, and restraint. Winding stone pathways, lush courtyards, expansive verandas, and beautifully layered interiors create a property that feels entirely removed from the outside world while remaining in the heart of Westlake. Inside, old world plaster, reclaimed beams sourced from the Midwest, antique post oak floors, hand finished limestone, and floor to ceiling custom steel windows create interiors that feel timeless, textured, and deeply inviting. Every material was selected with intention, balancing old world craftsmanship with modern livability at an exceptional level. Designed for both grand scale entertaining and intimate everyday living, the home unfolds through a series of gathering spaces that open seamlessly to the surrounding landscape. At the center of the estate, the kitchen is anchored by custom Kingwood cabinetry, honed Calcutta Manhattan marble, and a rare carbon fiber La Cornue Château 150 range, creating a culinary space that is equally functional and sculptural. The primary suite occupies its own private wing overlooking the pool on one side and the lake on the other, featuring reclaimed wood beams, a 16th century inspired fireplace, marble bath, and a remarkable two story dressing room connected by a spiral staircase. Throughout the estate, spaces reveal themselves slowly and intentionally: a hidden grotto tucked beneath the cantilevered pool; a self ventilated wine and cigar room; a state of the art theatre and professional recording studio designed for film scoring and music production; wellness spaces, guest suites, intimate bars and lounges, and quiet retreats thoughtfully layered throughout the home. Outside, extraordinary landscaping and winding stone pathways descend toward one of the property’s most remarkable features: a sprawling flat waterfront lawn stretching effortlessly toward the shoreline and private boat dock below. On Lake Austin, where steep lots and limited usable waterfront have become increasingly rare, the scale, usability, and privacy of the land feel almost impossible to recreate today. The estate also offers extensive vehicle accommodations with four garage spaces and flexibility for a vehicle lift, creating opportunities for collectors while preserving room for future evolution of the property over time. There are very few places on Lake Austin where architecture, land, privacy, and water come together this effortlessly. La Vita is a legacy caliber waterfront estate in the heart of Westlake and Eanes ISD, offering a level of beauty, serenity, and permanence rarely found on Lake Austin.