If you are looking to invest in a blue chip waterfront property on Lake LBJ hear me out on this one.  Properties with this much waterfront are few and far between.  In fact, there are maybe 5 on the entire lake.  When you think about the true scarcity of special properties like 808 Misty Downs it only makes sense to see this as a strong investment opportunity.

808/810 Misty Downs is a 2 tract offering on Lake LBJ with a total combined waterfront footage of approx. 800 ft:

Tract 1: 808 Misty Downs – With approx 350 ft of waterfront on Lake LBJ, this one-of-a-kind lake cabin is something straight out of magazine.  This single story home is a 3 bed, 2.5 bath plus additional living/study with just under 2800 sq ft of heated and cooled space overlooking a park-like setting. Designed by a well known landscape architect, the landscape was strategically designed to draw your eye to the unspeakable views of historic Pack Saddle mountain.  You must see estimated to be 85 year old cypress trees in person to really understand their age and size.  Those very same trees provide a perfect blanket of shade protecting the property from the afternoon sun and perfectly framing the most magical sunsets I have ever seen.  Believe me when I say there is nothing else like it on Lake LBJ.

Tract 2:  810 Misty Downs – Adjacent to tract 1, is the last house on the street and the tip of the peninsula on Misty Downs.  With approx 450 ft of waterfront on Lake LBJ and a 2 bed, 2.5 guest cabin, this unique waterfront tract is the perfect compliment to Tract 1 above.  Although I believe the highest and best use is to keep these properties together, this special tract offers great flexibility in that it could easily be sold off for top dollar should the owner decide to do so.  I would love to see the buyer complete the landscape and continue the crushed granite paths on tract 2 as the perfect compliment to tract 1.

In order to further understand the value of this unique opportunity we must talk about the trees.  This property has some of the best trees that can be found anywhere on Lake LBJ.  In fact it is estimated that these towering cypress trees are 85 to 90 years old.  More importantly they were perfectly positioned on the property to protect and shade the property from the afternoon sun while perfectly framing the surreal views of Pack Saddle mountain.  I used to believe that east facing properties were the most valuable but after listing 808 Misty Downs I have come to realize that the best properties actually face west but have ample tree coverage for shade while still allowing for magical sunsets.

Perfectly placed on tract 1 is a single story home, handicap accessible with approx 2800 sq ft, made up of 3 beds, 2.5 baths + bonus room (study, secondary living room, etc.).  The current owners built this home in 1994 paid so much attention to detail in creating this one-of-a-kind lakefront setting.  Soaring ceilings, beautiful wide-plank hardwoods, and a gourmet kitchen to die for are just a few examples of what set this property apart from others on Lake LBJ.  The size of this home is perfect!

On tract 2 is a well built 2 bed, 2.5 bath cabin, completely lined with redwood on the interior and offering huge views of Lake LBJ and the Texas Hill Country.  This quaint cabin would make a great place to house family and friends or could also be used as a rental property for additional income.  The cabin was constructed in 1985 and has been upgraded with new carpet and windows.

This property really is unlike anything you will find on Lake LBJ or anywhere in Texas.  As Texas continues to boom and thrive the demand for choice waterfront properties on Lake LBJ will increase. If you or someone you know is looking for something that is truly special and unique, 808 Misty Downs is one you must see.  We posted a short HD VIDEO below highlighting the property:

Contact me today at (512) 786-1515 to schedule a private tour of 808 Misty Downs or for assistance with your Lake LBJ Real Estate Search.

We have created specific pages for each of the different areas around Lake LBJ. It is very important to get to know these areas before making a decision to purchase Lake LBJ real estate as each is unique and different. Understanding where properties are located on Lake LBJ and the pros and cons to each area can really help you find the perfect Lake LBJ waterfront home:

1) Granite Shoals real estate

2) Highland Haven real estate

3) Kingsland real estate

4) Sunrise Beach real estate

5) Horseshoe Bay real estate

6) Wilderness Cove real estate

If you are interested in purchasing Lake LBJ real estate or need assistance with your Lake LBJ real estate search contact me at (512) 786-1515

Open Water:

• Typically the most expensive property
• Beautiful big views
• Rougher water when the lake is busy
• Clean water and typically no debris collects in front

Cove:

• More affordable
• Good views but closer to neighboring properties
• Calmer water because cove is protected
• Clean water however during big rain storms or flood debris collects

Channel:

• Most affordable waterfront
• View of other properties directly across the lake
• Very calm water, sometimes still water
• Water can collect debris which can be problematic

 

Its very important to consider these important factors involved with different waterfront types when searching for Lake LBJ Real Estate. Make sure you are being represented by an Experienced waterfront Realtor that knows Lake LBJ. Call me at (512) 786-1515 for more information on waterfront types on Lake LBJ or for assistance with your Lake LBJ Real Estate Search.

 

The Carvajal Group is pleased to announce our newest release of Lake LBJ real estate technology. We have officially created the most accurate, up-to-date and easy to you Lake LBJ real estate, waterfront search engine. This powerful Lake LBJ search engine allows users to view over 300 waterfront properties on Lake LBJ. Results can easily be filtered by area (Sunrise Beach, Granite Shoals, Kingsland, Wilderness Cove, Horseshoe Bay, Applehead Island, and Blue Lake/Deer Haven), price, beds/baths, and waterfront type. We felt there was a shortfall in how potential buyers search for waterfront property on Lake LBJ and thus we set out to create a better experience. We ended up creating a extremely valuable resource that we believe will change the Lake LBJ real estate landscape.

For more information on this Lake LBJ search engine or for assistance with your Lake LBJ real estate search, contact me at (512) 786-1515.

This home also has a detached garage that already has a bathroom constructed inside. With very little money, one could turn this into additional living space adding huge value to the property and creating the perfect lakeside living room or bunk room. This home is being offered fully furnished and is a perfect piece of Lake LBJ real estate.

To schedule a private showing of 311 Twilight or for assistance with your Lake LBJ real estate search, contact me at (512) 786-1515.

Lake LBJ is defined as a constant level lake, which means that the water level remains relatively constant at all times of the year. When the Highland Lakes system was created it was established that Lake LBJ would be a constant level lake and thus the reservoirs or lakes before and after Lake LBJ are used to ensure these water levels are maintained. Using a series of dams, the LCRA is able to regulate the amount of water in each lake, ultimately holding Lake LBJ at a constant level.

When purchasing waterfront property it is very important to take this factor into consideration. Most lakes in Texas are not constant level which means that their water levels will fluctuate significantly with the drought conditions. In recent years many of the Texas lakes, such as Lake Travis have taken big hits due to the lack of rain and many waterfront property owners are left without water in front of their homes. Last summer, all public boat ramps on Lake Travis were closed and many parts of the lake were not navigable by water. However, constant level lakes like Lake LBJ remained constant and full of action all summer long.

Another advantage to waterfront real estate on a constant level lake is that it the water is typically accessible simply by walking out on one’s dock. Because water levels fluctuate so much on non-constant level lakes the boat houses and docks are typically floating and homes have to be built much higher than the water level to prevent flooding. This typically means that property owners must walk up and down many stairs to go from the water to their home and vice versa.

When buying Lake LBJ real estate it is important to understand the ins and outs of the lake and how its water levels affect real estate values. For more information on Lake LBJ real estate or for assistance with your Lake LBJ real estate search, call me at (512) 786-1515