Eanes ISD Schools
The primary reason families choose Westlake is Eanes Independent School District - consistently ranked as Texas's #1 public school district.
Westlake High School
Nationally recognized Blue Ribbon school. State championships in football, academics, and debate. College acceptance rates rival private schools. Graduates attend top universities nationwide.
Hill Country Middle School
Serves grades 6-8. Strong STEM programs, orchestra, and athletics. Prepares students for Westlake High's rigorous academics.
Elementary Schools
Bridge Point, Eanes, Forest Trail, and Valley View elementary schools all receive top ratings. Small class sizes and engaged parent community.
Dining & Restaurants
Westlake Favorites
- Trattoria Lisina - Italian fine dining in nearby Driftwood. Worth the drive.
- County Line on the Hill - Classic Texas BBQ with Hill Country views
- Steiner Ranch Steakhouse - Local favorite for steaks and cocktails
- Oasis Texas Brewing Company - Lake Travis views and craft beer
Bee Cave Dining (5 min)
- The Backyard - Outdoor concert venue with restaurant
- Jack Allen's Kitchen - Farm-to-table Texas cuisine
- Mandola's Italian - Casual Italian, great for families
- Hill Country Galleria - Multiple dining options in one location
Shopping
Hill Country Galleria
Open-air shopping center in Bee Cave with major retailers, restaurants, and movie theater. 5-10 minutes from most Westlake homes.
The Village at Westlake
Local shopping center with H-E-B grocery, CVS, restaurants, and services. Convenient for daily needs.
Barton Creek Square
Full mall experience 15 minutes east. Nordstrom, Dillard's, Apple Store and more.
Parks & Recreation
- Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve - 227 acres of hiking trails through Hill Country
- Barton Creek Greenbelt - Miles of hiking and biking, swimming holes
- Emma Long Metropolitan Park - Lake Austin access for swimming and boating
- Westlake Park - Community park with playground, sports courts
Commute Times
- Downtown Austin: 15-25 minutes via MoPac or 360
- Domain/North Austin: 20-30 minutes via MoPac
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport: 25-35 minutes
- The Arboretum: 15-20 minutes
Community Character
Westlake feels like a small town despite proximity to Austin. Residents know each other through schools, sports, and community events. Friday night football at Westlake High draws the whole community. The vibe is family-focused, accomplished, and engaged.
The landscape is distinctly Hill Country - rolling hills, mature oaks, and limestone outcroppings. Many homes have panoramic views. The area feels removed from Austin's urban bustle while remaining easily accessible.
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