About Jonestown Real Estate
Jonestown is a quiet hill country enclave that is home to a variety of eclectic homes, including grand hilltop estates that enjoy scenic panoramic views of the rolling hills and natural beauty round them. Jonestown is known as resort community, and enjoys its status as being near the “Gateway of the Texas Hill Country”. [Read more about Jonestown...]
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Jonestown Neighborhoods
Situated near the Colorado River and Lake Travis, Jonestown is a hill country community with access to waterfront real estate and activities. Considered a haven for weekend fisherman and boaters, the area is hometo a number of summer homes and cabins. Jonestown is a popular home away from home for vacation home owners and retirees looking to lure grand kids to come see them.
Waterfront homes and surrounding real estate range in style from the simples tastes of mid-century modern to the more elaborate designs of Tuscan themed builds. The area is mix of the new and old, as established homes and new builds dot the landscape of the area. The popularity of any Greater Austin Area community near water has made Jonestown an attractive destination for people seeking homes with water access or as vacation homes to use on weekends and holidays.
Jonestown Lifestyle
Outdoor living is a way of life in Jonestown, and the lay of the land is decorated in boat slip and public docks. North shore Marina at The Hollows, an award-winning facility, has a harbormaster, 1,600 square foot ship store for boating enthusiasts looking for safe boat storage and water access. Picnic areas and public parks are readily available for afternoon outings and lazy summer days.
Nearby shopping at the Lakeline Mall affords upscale retail and dining opportunities to locals, and a wide variety of signature grocery stores proved by HEB and local theaters are easily accessible to residents. Lake Travis is one of the biggest attractions of the area, and offers boating opportunities, breathtaking views, some dining options and endless weekend fun. Locals are driving distance from Hamilton Pool, a refreshing waterfall and favorite swimming hole for people from across the region.
All of the nightlife and amenities of Austin are a 34-mile commute into town.
Jonestown Schools
Lago Vista ISD and Leander ISD both serve residents of Jonestown. Students who live east of Easy St. are designated to attend schools within Leander ISD, while students who reside west of Easy St. are assigned to Lago Vista ISD. Younger students attend Lago Vista (K-5) and CC Mason Elementary (K-5) while Lago Vista Middle (6-8) and Running Brushy Middle (6-8) are the assigned schools for area “tweens”. Lago Vista (9-12) and Leander High School (9-12) serve the older students. Summit Christian Academy (K-12) is one private school option located very close by.
Higher education campuses are also easily accessible for college aged students living at home while attending Concordia University, The University of Texas at Austin, St. Edward’s University and Austin Community College (ACC).