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About Colonia Serendipity
Colonia Serendipity is a residential community located in the unincorporated area of Spicewood, Texas, within the 78669 zip code in Travis County. The subdivision sits in the Lake Travis corridor west of Austin, along Serendipity Place off Hamilton Pool Road (FM 3238). The community is surrounded by Hill Country terrain with scattered live oak and juniper cover, and it is approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin.
Homes in Colonia Serendipity are custom-built single-family residences on lots ranging from one-half acre to over 1.5 acres. Construction dates range from 2008 through the 2010s, with homes typically featuring 2,500 to 4,000 square feet of living space. Resale prices generally range from $550,000 to $900,000 depending on lot size, home age, and finish level. Architectural styles include Texas Hill Country stone and stucco construction with metal or composition roofing, large covered porches, and open floor plans.
Colonia Serendipity is served by Lake Travis Independent School District. Students are zoned to West Cypress Hills Elementary School, Lake Travis Middle School, and Lake Travis High School. Lake Travis High School enrolls approximately 2,500 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers 20+ AP courses, a dual-credit program through Austin Community College, and state-recognized athletics programs including football and swimming.
Commuters from Colonia Serendipity reach downtown Austin in approximately 35 to 45 minutes via Hamilton Pool Road to Highway 71 and then MoPac Expressway or I-35. The Bee Cave commercial area along Highway 71 is roughly 10 miles east, providing access to the Hill Country Galleria shopping center, medical offices, and professional services. Lakeway is approximately 8 miles southeast with additional retail and dining.
Living in Colonia Serendipity
Colonia Serendipity features custom homes on large lots with Hill Country views, native landscaping, and mature live oak canopy. The community has a low-density layout with homes spaced apart by natural vegetation and terrain. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Lake Travis ISD jurisdictions. The area relies on well water or private water systems, and septic systems are common for wastewater. Residents use personal vehicles for all daily transportation, as no public transit serves the area.
Daily errands typically involve a drive to the Bee Cave corridor or Lakeway for groceries and services. H-E-B in Bee Cave is approximately 10 miles east along Highway 71, and Randalls in Lakeway is about 8 miles southeast. Hamilton Pool Preserve, a Travis County park located roughly 4 miles west, features a 50-foot waterfall and a natural swimming grotto carved from limestone. Pace Bend Park on Lake Travis, approximately 6 miles north, offers 1,368 acres of shoreline access, camping, and hiking. Local dining options include The Grille at Rough Hollow in Lakeway and Cafe Blue at the Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave.
Things to Do in Colonia Serendipity
- Hamilton Pool Preserve: Travis County park approximately 4 miles west featuring a 50-foot waterfall and natural swimming grotto carved from limestone. Reservations required during peak season, $15 per vehicle.
- Pace Bend Park: 1,368-acre Travis County park on Lake Travis roughly 6 miles north with shoreline access, cliff jumping, camping, hiking trails, and boat launches.
- Hill Country Galleria: Open-air shopping center in Bee Cave approximately 10 miles east with retail, restaurants, a movie theater, and live music on the outdoor stage.
- Pedernales Falls State Park: State park about 20 miles west along the Pedernales River offering 10+ miles of hiking trails, river swimming, and bird watching. Day-use fee $6 per adult.
- Lake Travis: 64-mile-long reservoir on the Colorado River offering boating, fishing, swimming, and waterfront dining. Multiple public and private boat ramps within 10 miles of the community.
Major Employers in Colonia Serendipity
- Lake Travis ISD (Public Education): School district employing over 2,000 staff across 10+ campuses serving approximately 11,000 students in the Lake Travis corridor.
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway (Healthcare): Full-service hospital in Lakeway with approximately 500 employees providing emergency, surgical, and outpatient services, roughly 8 miles southeast.
- Hill Country Galleria (Retail & Dining): Mixed-use shopping center in Bee Cave with over 80 retail stores, restaurants, and office tenants, approximately 10 miles east.
- Falconhead Golf Club (Hospitality & Recreation): 18-hole golf course and event venue in Bee Cave employing seasonal and full-time staff, approximately 10 miles east.
Colonia Serendipity Schools
Colonia Serendipity is served by Lake Travis ISD, with students attending West Cypress Hills Elementary, Lake Travis Middle, and Lake Travis High School.
School District: Lake Travis ISD
Public Schools
- West Cypress Hills Elementary School - Lake Travis ISD campus serving grades K-5, opened in 2018, with technology-integrated classrooms and a STEM focus.
- Lake Travis Middle School - Lake Travis ISD campus serving grades 6-8 with approximately 1,400 students and strong fine arts and athletics programs.
- Lake Travis High School - Lake Travis ISD campus enrolling approximately 2,500 students in grades 9-12 with 20+ AP courses, dual-credit options, and state-recognized athletics.
Pre-Schools
- Primrose School of Bee Cave - Early education center in Bee Cave offering balanced learning programs for infants through pre-K, approximately 10 miles east.
- Lake Travis Montessori - Montessori preschool in the Lake Travis area serving children ages 18 months through 6 years with mixed-age classrooms.
Private Schools
- Abercorn International School - International private school near Spicewood offering a British-style curriculum for early years through middle school.
- Summit Christian Academy - Lake Travis - Private school offering pre-K through 12th grade education near the Lake Travis area with a college-preparatory curriculum.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - Lake Travis Area - Two-year public college providing associate degrees and dual-credit programs for Lake Travis ISD students at area campuses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Colonia Serendipity near Austin TX
Colonia Serendipity is a residential community in unincorporated Spicewood, Texas, within the 78669 zip code in Travis County. The subdivision is located off Hamilton Pool Road approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin.
What school district is Colonia Serendipity in
Colonia Serendipity is served by Lake Travis Independent School District. Students attend West Cypress Hills Elementary, Lake Travis Middle School, and Lake Travis High School.
What do homes cost in Colonia Serendipity
Homes in Colonia Serendipity generally range from $550,000 to $900,000. Properties are custom-built single-family residences with 2,500 to 4,000 square feet on lots of one-half acre to over 1.5 acres.
How far is Colonia Serendipity from Austin
Colonia Serendipity is approximately 25 miles west of downtown Austin. The commute takes 35 to 45 minutes via Hamilton Pool Road to Highway 71 and MoPac Expressway.
What is near Colonia Serendipity in Spicewood TX
Hamilton Pool Preserve is roughly 4 miles west, and Pace Bend Park on Lake Travis is about 6 miles north. The Bee Cave commercial corridor with H-E-B and Hill Country Galleria is approximately 10 miles east.
Does Colonia Serendipity have city water and sewer
Colonia Serendipity is in unincorporated Travis County and many properties rely on well water or private water systems and septic systems for wastewater rather than municipal utility connections.