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The Highland Lakes Part 5: Inks Lake
Located on the Highland Lakes Chain between Lake Buchanan and Lake LBJ, Inks Lake is a 4.2 mile lake formed by Inks Dam. Inks Dam, constructed from 1936 to 1938, has no floodgates and the power plant is the smallest in the Highland Lakes chain. A small amount of water can be released through hydroelectric generation, but the bulk of floodwater passes over an uncontrolled spillway. Buchanan Dam and Inks Dam work in tandem to release water downstream.
Inks Lake is the second smallest of the Highland Lakes, measuring 832 acres. The lake maintains a constant level of 887 ft. above sea level and is 3,000 ft. across at its widest point. Inks Lake State Park is 1201 acres along the lake and features camping, fishing, boating, backpacking and a 9 hole golf course. The most famous feature of Inks Lake is “The Devil’s Waterhole,” a popular place for rock climbing and cliff jumping. Texas Parks and Wildlife has a great video about the lake here.
48+ acre estate minutes to downtown Austin
Live the country life 20 minutes to downtown! This 4,000 SF ranchette is located on 28+ manicured acres with mature trees and groomed land – an additional 20 acres is available. A big highlight is the deep, stocked pond with a fishing pier – perfect for enjoying evening sunsets. The home features open living areas extending to the vaulted, covered patio looking to the pool with waterfall. A “party barn” includes a wet bar, half bath, outdoor BBQ area as well as dining area and room for a pool table! The 20 acre tract connected to this piece features an intermittent creek, huge oaks and great views from a hilltop. This property is fully fenced and gated on 3 county maintained roads. Only 4 miles from the “Y” at Oak Hill and 20 minutes to downtown Austin. Pricing and other information can be found here.
Montandon Ranch Update
The Montandon Ranch piece of property on Lake Travis just had a sizeable price reduction, to $5,900,000. It is 171 Acres of dramatic views of the lake, manicured acreage, rolling hills, mature oaks and big, deep waterfront, consisting of some cove waterfront and main body waterfront. The perfect deal for the right buyer. Able to divide into 100 and 71 acres.
See the listing here.
Lake Travis Waterfront Acreage
It’s rare to find big acreage close to the main body of Lake Travis and even more rare to find something that’s easily buildable. The Montandon Ranch on the North Shore of Lake Travis in the Singleton Bend area features 171 acres of dramatic views, manicured acreage and big, deep waterfront across from Barton Creek Lakeside with its 18 hole Arnold Palmer designed course. This ranch is fully fenced and gated with 3 wells, stock tank and pond. Underground utilities and well are at the perfect building spot perched on a hilltop with panoramic Hill Country views and as well as Lake Travis views up and down river. Waterfront includes some cove frontage as well as main body waterfront. Keep the agricultural exemption by running cattle on portions of the land. Bring your horses to explore the 171 acres of rolling hills, mature oaks and Hill Country vistas. There’s also the possibility of subdividing this property into a 100 acre tract and a 71 acre tract. Either way, the Montandon Ranch is the place to build your ultimate Lake Travis Ranch.
Southeast Texas Coastal Retreat
Some ranches are for relaxation, some are for fun. This 188 acre family retreat in Southeast Texas near Trinity Bay is the best of both. Over 6,000 ft. of waterfront leads to Trinity Bay and features three fishing docks, boat launches and jet ski slips for all kinds of water recreation. Relax at the 1 acre aereated swimming pond with a shady pergola. Guests are always welcome since this unique retreat includes 3 homes for a total of 10 bedrooms and 5.5 baths. This ranch is being sold turnkey – including all equipment, boats, jet skis, even dishes and towels! Find out more here.






