The Tram House—One of Lake Travis’
Best-kept Secrets

Perched on a hill overlooking Lake Travis in the Texas Hill Country, this jewel of a house manages to be simultaneously off the beaten-path and at the center of things. As you approach, you'll wind over tree-covered hillsides which drop to the midnight-blue water below, and you’ll get more the impression that you are in the Greek Islands or southern Italy than in Texas.

Arriving at the base of the hill upon which the house is situated, park your car, climb into the waiting tramcar—as the name suggests, the Tram House can only be reached by tram—and press the start button. For a minute and a half, your horizon will expand as the tram carries you 210 feet up the 55 degree hillside to the Tram House with its panoramic views of Lake Travis and the Texas sky. The Tram House is built in harmony with nature—it skates in perfect alignment along the slope of the hill, and standing 30 feet high in all areas, maintains ‘treetop’ height. The only house east of the Rocky Mountains that requires a tram to access, this one-of-a-kind architectural gem has been featured in Austin Monthly and Parade magazines, among others.

Allowing unobstructed views of Lake Travis with its soaring sailboats, Mansfield Dam and Hudson Bend, the Tram House boasts three private balconies, custom-designed skylights, and corner windows in the living room and bedrooms. The three-level, contemporary-style home is comfortably furnished with all new décor. And while there are two bedrooms, each with a king-size bed, and two-and-a half bathrooms, the house comfortably sleeps four to six people.

With its unparalleled views, exclusive location, modern comfort and competitive rates, neighbors and visitors alike rave about the unique Tram House. Come and see for yourself! Contact us for more information about this exceptional lake destination.

NOTE FROM OWNER: It is important to note that, as our primary residence, the Tram House is usually occupied by us and our three cats. Prior to your stay, we and the cats relocate to our secondary residence and have the house professionally cleaned. However, if anyone in your party is allergic to cats, you may want to bring allergy medicine with you.

Features and Amenities

In addition to the houses cutting-edge architectural features and comfortable amenities, the Tram House has been complimented many times for being so well-stocked. In other words, the owners provide soap, paper towels, bath towels, toilet paper, hand towels, shampoo and conditioner, plates, glasses, pillows, sheets, and many other things that most vacation rentals do not provide. If you have any questions about what to bring, be sure to give the owners a quick call or email. Amenities: central air conditioning, ceiling fans, filtered water, linens and towels, off-street parking (parking for a small boat or small RV in a gravel lot across the street from the house), wood burning fireplace, comfy seating for five in living room, seating for five in dining area, tram (the only house east of the Rocky Mountains to require a tram to access the house) Bedrooms/Bathrooms: two bedrooms (both master suites with king size beds), two high-end bathrooms (jetted tub, open shower tiled with actual stones; featured in more than three trade magazines.), one half bathadditional garage apartment with one bedroom (king size bed and one sleeper sofa), comfortably sleeps four to six Kitchen: full kitchen, cooking utensils, refrigerator/freezer, oven/stove, dishwasher, microwave, blender, ice maker, coffee maker, toaster, washing machine/dryer, catering available Entertainment: cable/satellite TV, DVD player, stereo system with CD player, games, videogame console and games, radio Communications: Wi-Fi (wireless Internet) Outdoor Features: three balcony decks with unique views, gas/electric BBQ grill, four deck chairs Views: lake view (one of the best views of Lake Travis in the Main Basin area; featured in more than three magazines for the view)