Picture waking up to Hill Country views, teeing off before lunch, then catching sunset from a lakeside deck. If you are weighing a move to Lake Travis, Travis Club is likely on your radar. You want facts, timelines, and real costs so you can decide if it fits your lifestyle and budget. This guide gives you a clear, dated snapshot and a buyer’s checklist to make a confident call. Let’s dive in.
Travis Club at a glance
- Private, master-planned club community on Lake Travis with about 1,500 acres and more than 10,000 feet of shoreline, according to the community’s official site.
- Planned buildout is roughly 700 homes across custom lots and villa-style product, per an Oct 23, 2024 report from Community Impact.
- Core amenities include an 18-hole Beau Welling golf course, marina and boat club, Peninsula Club with pools and racquets, a Golf House, and more than 30 miles of private trails, as outlined on the Travis Club site.
- Reported sales momentum reached about $145 million and roughly 140 homesites sold by late 2025, according to November 2025 coverage by the Express-News.
Location and access
Travis Club sits along the south shore of Lake Travis, about 15 miles from central Austin based on the developer’s materials on the official site. Travel times vary with traffic, so it is smart to test your typical commute. The setting is Hill Country-forward with elevation changes, long views, and a focus on outdoor living.
If schools factor into your decision, most marketing places the community within Lake Travis ISD. Always confirm the exact attendance zone for a specific lot with the district.
Homes and lots
As of Oct 23, 2024, Community Impact reported Phase 2 homesites priced from about $700,000 to $3.4 million with lot sizes from roughly 0.43 to 3.87 acres. You can review that Phase 2 snapshot in Community Impact’s coverage.
Early reporting also named several initial builders moving into vertical construction in late 2025, including Cedar & Oak, Texas Sage Custom Homes, Sendero Homes, and Elev8 Builders, per a Nov 21, 2025 Community Impact update. Builder rosters can evolve by phase, so ask for the current approved list, minimum build requirements, and build-time expectations for the lot you are considering.
Site character matters in your budget. The property’s “stair-step” topography helps capture lake, golf, or Hill Country views, but steeper or elevated lots can increase foundation, retaining-wall, and driveway costs. Ask your builder for a preliminary soils and grading estimate before you finalize a lot.
Club amenities overview
The club’s promise is a full lifestyle anchored by golf, water access, and year-round programming. Here is how the pieces fit together.
Golf by Beau Welling
The 18-hole course is designed to leverage elevation changes and views, as outlined on the community site. Developer materials have referenced phased openings for core golf facilities. If golf is central to your decision, confirm current course availability and Golf House timing before you buy.
Marina and waterfront
The marina concept includes docks and slips, a day-boat program, Marina House dining, and gear like paddleboards and kayaks. Planning materials have referenced roughly 40 to 60 initial slips for the first marina buildout. For the concept and amenities, see the Travis Club marina page, and verify exact slip counts and timelines directly with the club.
Peninsula Club, trails, and social life
Expect pools, racquet sports, family play lawns, fitness, and active member programming. The community also frames more than 30 miles of private trails for hiking and biking. For an overview of family amenities, visit the Peninsula Club page.
Membership and real costs
Membership is part of the ownership model. Internal operational materials used in 2025 for executive recruitment outline the structure and projected economics. That candidate profile indicates property owners are required to join the club at a minimum as Sports & Social members, and that Sports & Social initiation is included in the price of a developer-sold property. The same profile lists a projected Sports & Social initiation around $80,000 and a Golf initiation around $150,000, with projected annual dues of roughly $10,000 for Sports & Social and $15,000 for Golf. These figures were presented as anticipated amounts and should be confirmed with the club’s current governing documents. You can review the source profile on the Carolina Club Management Association site.
How this affects your budget:
- If you buy a developer lot, verify whether the Sports & Social initiation is currently included and how upgrades to Golf membership work. Ask for the policy in writing for both initial purchase and any future resale.
- Ask when dues begin for your membership class, how often they are billed, and whether there are escalation schedules or caps.
- Request the latest membership agreement, fee schedule, and any special assessment language before you sign a contract.
Example carrying-cost view for planning only:
- Assume a mid-range lot and custom build timeline, plus Sports & Social dues at the projected level noted above. Add property taxes, insurance, utilities, and any HOA fees, then layer in club dues. If you plan to upgrade to Golf membership, include the additional initiation amount and higher annual dues. Because these numbers can change, build a 10 to 15 percent buffer until you confirm all documents.
Timeline and what to expect
Travis Club is under phased development. Knowing what opens when helps you decide whether to build early or wait.
Construction milestones
- Infrastructure began rolling out in 2024 with Phase 2 lots announced Oct 23, 2024, per Community Impact.
- The first homesites broke ground in mid November 2025, with first homeowners expected to be move-in ready by 2027, according to the Nov 21, 2025 Community Impact update.
Amenity phasing
Developer materials and press describe phased openings for golf and club facilities, with key components targeted across 2025 to 2026 in earlier planning documents. If timing is important for your family, ask which amenities are complete, which are under construction, and what is contractually guaranteed.
Early mover vs. wait
- Building early can secure a premier lot and a head start on custom design. You may live through continued neighborhood buildout.
- Waiting can provide more certainty on amenity operations and construction rhythms. Lot selection may be more limited and premiums for view or waterfront parcels may rise.
Who will likely love Travis Club
- You want resort-style living on Lake Travis with planned access to golf, boating, racquets, pools, and trails in a single private setting.
- You prefer a new custom home with modern systems, indoor-outdoor living, and a master plan shaped by top planning and design teams.
- You value club programming and a social calendar to connect with neighbors and guests.
If you prefer an established community with fully mature amenities and a deeper resale record, compare Travis Club to nearby, more established Lake Travis neighborhoods. Decide whether you want a first-occupant experience with evolving amenities or turnkey certainty.
Buyer checklist: what to confirm
- Membership
- Is membership mandatory for your property type and phase? Which class is required at closing?
- If Sports & Social initiation is included with a developer lot, is that still current? What is the upgrade path and cost for Golf membership?
- When do dues start for your household? How are dues adjusted over time? Are there transfer or resignation policies for resale?
- Lot and build
- Approved builders for your lot, design guidelines, minimum size, and completion deadlines.
- Preliminary soils, grading, and retaining-wall needs for your site. Ask for a written estimate.
- Who pays for utilities, private connections, driveways, and impact fees.
- Timeline
- Construction schedule for your street and nearby phases.
- Status and target dates for golf, marina, Golf House, pools, and racquet facilities.
- Legal and financial
- HOA CC&Rs, club membership agreement, and the most recent operating budget or reserve study if available.
- Current property tax rate and exact school attendance zone for your lot.
Sales momentum and developer background
Demand has been strong. Press coverage in late 2025 reported about $145 million in homesite sales and roughly 140 lots sold, which signals early confidence in the vision. See the November 2025 Express-News report for context. The project is sponsored by a team that includes Castle Hill Partners, with planning and design contributions from firms like Hart Howerton and Beau Welling, as referenced in project materials and the developer’s site.
Bottom line: is it the right fit?
Choose Travis Club if you want a new, private club environment on Lake Travis and you are comfortable with phased amenity delivery as the neighborhood builds out. The lots and setting are designed to maximize views and outdoor living. The membership model is central to the lifestyle and should be evaluated with the same care as the home itself.
If you want help pressure-testing the numbers, confirming membership documents, or comparing Travis Club to established Lake Travis options, reach out. You will get a clear path to a confident decision.
Ready to explore? Connect with Jana Birdwell to tour lots, review membership documents, and align the right build team for your goals. Request a Private Consultation.
FAQs
What is Travis Club and where is it?
- Travis Club is a private, master-planned club community on Lake Travis, about 15 miles from central Austin per the official site.
How many homes are planned at Travis Club?
- Reporting on Oct 23, 2024 projected roughly 700 homes at full buildout, per Community Impact.
What are the current lot sizes and prices?
- As of Oct 23, 2024, Phase 2 lots were reported from about 0.43 to 3.87 acres and priced around $700,000 to $3.4 million, per Community Impact. Confirm current pricing with the sales office.
When will the first homeowners move in?
- The first homesites began vertical construction in November 2025, and early move-ins are expected in 2027, according to Community Impact’s Nov 21, 2025 update.
Is club membership required to own at Travis Club?
- Internal 2025 materials indicate property owners must at least join as Sports & Social members, with projected initiation and dues amounts shown in a candidate profile. Verify current terms with the club’s governing documents via the CMAA source document.
What amenities are planned for members?
- The plan includes an 18-hole Beau Welling golf course, marina and boat club, Peninsula Club with pools and racquets, Golf House, and extensive private trails, as outlined on the Travis Club site.
