Escape to your own Hill Country retreat at 2316 River Hills Rd, Austin, TX. Nestled on just over an acre, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath fishing shack is the perfect getaway for anglers, nature lovers, or anyone seeking a peaceful escape from the city. Surrounded by mature trees and the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country, the property offers privacy, tranquility, and endless potential. Ideally located just minutes from Lake Austin and a short drive to Lake Travis you'll enjoy easy access to boating, fishing, kayaking, and waterfront recreation. Nearby destinations such as Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park, Emma Long Metropolitan Park, and the popular 360/Pennybacker Bridge provide hiking, swimming, scenic overlooks, and outdoor adventures, while downtown Austin's dining, shopping, and entertainment remain within convenient reach. Whether you're looking for a weekend fishing cabin, a cozy full-time residence, or an investment opportunity, this unique property offers a rare chance to enjoy the best of lakeside and Hill Country living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
1.02 acresLot Size
$1,560Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cuatro Kowalski• Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Listed by Rafael Llorente• Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Travis Southwest, located between Barton Creek Greenbelt and the Hill Country ridgeline, is a residential and outdoorsy Austin neighborhood with limestone hillsides and winding, tree-lined roads. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Mopac Expressway frontage near the Barton Creek Square area, where big-box retail, local eateries, and steady traffic set a practical, on-the-go tone. Housing leans toward 1970s–1990s ranch-style homes and townhome communities tucked into rolling terrain. Trailheads and creek corridors shape daily routines more than a traditional main street. Barton Creek Greenbelt access points and nearby preserves keep the landscape close. Barton Creek Square and the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema at Slaughter Lane serve as familiar gathering anchors.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
No notable interior features listed
Bedrooms
One main-level bedroom
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Kitchen
No kitchen appliance details provided
Laundry & utility
No laundry or utility appliances listed
Flooring
No flooring information provided
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Has fireplace in the living room
Exterior features
Private yard
Porch
Perimeter fencing
Lot with native plants and many trees
Has a view
Faces east
Home design
Single-story home
Slab foundation
Resale property
Parking
Detached carport
Driveway parking
Two covered parking spaces (total parking for four vehicles)
Has garage with 2 garage spaces
Security
No security features listed
Construction
Stone and wood siding construction
Metal roof
Built year sourced from public records
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity available
Cable available
Phone available
HOA & community
No HOA or community fee information provided
Financial info
No investor or income/expense details provided
Other
Lot approximately 1.018 acres
Electricity and solar
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Lake Austin residence (LA) district is the designation for a low density single-family residential use on a lot that is a minimum of one acre and that is located 1,000 ft or less, measured horizontally, from the 492.8 ft topographic contour line on either side of Lake Austin.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Assembly/ meeting place
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Communications tower
Sep 1, 2006 • Final
Electrical
Replace the existing electrical service outside of the building.
Electrical
Remodel
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