FAQs

A. The purchasing process begins with scheduling a private consultation and site tour with our dedicated sales team. Once you’ve selected your preferred homesite, we’ll execute a purchase agreement and provide a due diligence period for any necessary surveys or assessments. Our team will guide you through each step, from tour to closing, ensuring a smooth experience.

A. Homesites are sold outright through a purchase agreement. To begin your due diligence, you may secure a homesite with a $1,000 option fee, which provides a 30-day review period. If you choose to move forward, additional non-refundable earnest money will be required. This process is standard for luxury land developments and gives you time to complete planning or financing arrangements.

A. The typical timeline is 60–90 days. This allows time for surveys, environmental assessments, financing (if needed), and your due diligence review. Our team will work with you to accommodate your specific needs.

A. There is no minimum required timeline to build. You may purchase and take time to plan your dream home. To maintain community vision and momentum, we encourage buyers to begin within a reasonable timeframe.

A. Yes. HOA dues will cover maintenance and management of shared amenities including 12 miles of trails, preserved hilltop parks, the historic Peacock homestead creekside space, private streets, gated entries, and ongoing conservation management of our 1,400-acre property. They also cover consulting fees for Plateau Land Management to maintain our 1-D-1 preferential tax treatment. Final amounts will be shared with buyers once established.

A. Your investment is protected through multiple permanent measures: 90% of our 1,400-acre community is permanently set aside as conservation area. We’re surrounded by Travis County’s permanent conservation land acquisitions, including the 2,427-acre Reimers Ranch, creating over 12,000 acres of protected natural beauty. With only 80 homesites total, exclusivity and privacy are guaranteed. Rigorous and crafted DRC measures have been established for aesthetics, land maintenance, and use of the land. Gated access – security. Viewshed protection by not developing the hilltops, and siting of building envelopes to maximize privacy between homesites. Property values are protected through multiple measures: 90% of our 1,400 acres is permanently conserved. We’re surrounded by Travis County’s permanent conservation land acquisitions, including the 2,427 acre Reimers Ranch, creating over 12,000 acres of protected natural beauty. With only 80 homesites and strict DRC guidelines for architecture and land use, Peacock Preserve ensures lasting privacy, security, and long-term value.

A. Your homesite purchase (starting at $1.5M) includes your designated 2-acre building envelope within a larger parcel of 12.5 to nearly 40 acres. It also includes underground utilities (municipal water, telecom, high-speed data) and access to all community amenities and conservation areas.

A. Underground utilities, including municipal water, telecom, and data infrastructure, are included in your homesite purchase. Any required connection fees will be detailed during the purchase process, but the major infrastructure investment has already been made as part of the development.

A. A major benefit of ownership is eligibility for Travis County’s 1-D-1 Wildlife Management Tax Exemption, which significantly reduces property taxes—often saving tens of thousands annually—while supporting conservation and stewardship. This critical component makes Peacock Preserve a rare opportunity to protect your legacy while minimizing carrying costs, and enhancing long-term financial value.

A. The 1-D-1 Wildlife Tax Exemption values the land outside your building envelope as agricultural, dramatically reducing property taxes. Only your 2-acre building envelope is taxed at the full residential rate; the remainder of your parcel—10 to nearly 38 acres—receives the reduced wildlife valuation. All lots already qualify through our community-wide wildlife management plan, with compliance maintained by the HOA. To make participation seamless, Peacock Preserve partners with Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, a leading Texas firm, to manage compliance and annual reporting for owners.

A. While many of our buyers purchase with cash, financing is available through our preferred lenders experienced with luxury land acquisitions and conservation properties. Our sales team can connect you with lending partners who understand the unique value and structure of Peacock Preserve homesites.

A. The greater Austin area—especially the Lake Travis and Hill Country region—has seen exceptional appreciation over the past decade, driven by economic growth and limited land availability. Texas has outpaced the national average, Austin has outpaced Texas, and Western Travis County (where Peacock Preserve is located) has outpaced Austin. With permanent conservation protections and major infrastructure improvements, Peacock Preserve is positioned for continued strong appreciation as undeveloped Hill Country land becomes increasingly scarce.

A. We offer a thoughtfully curated list of preferred architects and builders. However, you may also choose your own, provided they are vetted and approved by the Design Review Committee (DRC). Based on our successful approach at Preservation Ranch, we provide flexibility to build your dream home with the professionals you trust, subject to DRC approval.

A. Yes. You may use your own architect and builder, but they must be approved by the DRC. All plans are reviewed to ensure they complement the Hill Country landscape and align with the community’s conservation vision.

A. No specific styles are mandated, but designs must reflect our philosophy of “subtle elegance and modernity” that harmonizes with the landscape. Architecture should feel like an extension of the land rather than an imposition on it. Our design review process ensures each home contributes to the overall character of Peacock Preserve. You can review that design philosophy on our Inspiration page.

A. All structures must be built within your designated 2-acre building envelope. Within that area, you have flexibility to design your home. Given our luxury positioning, we encourage substantial residences (3,500 minimum sq feet for the primary home) that maximize Hill Country views and natural surroundings.

A. Yes. Underground utilities—municipal water, telecom, and high-speed data—will be installed and ready for connection when home construction begins in 2026. Site improvements start in late 2025 to ensure infrastructure is in place.

A. Over 90% of Peacock Preserve’s 1,400 acres is permanently designated as conservation land. The community is also surrounded by Travis County conservation areas, including the 2,427-acre Reimers Ranch, and recently protected adjacent properties including 1500 acre Kozmetsky Ranch and 400 acre Castletop Ranch—creating more than 12,000 acres of protected open space that cannot be developed.

A. No. The conservation areas are protected through conservation easements and Travis County’s committed conservation acquisitions. This makes Peacock Preserve one of the last opportunities to own property in this region, as future development is highly unlikely.

A. Each homesite includes protections that preserve the natural landscape outside your 2-acre building envelope. While the homesites themselves are not subject to third-party conservation easements, Peacock Preserve’s broader land plan includes permanent conservation measures on over 90% of the surrounding acreage.
Within your parcel, the community uses a combination of deed restrictions, CCRs, plat notes, and architectural guidelines to ensure lasting privacy, protected views, and preserved open space. The wildlife exemption further supports native habitat and helps prevent overdevelopment. This approach gives you the flexibility to design your custom home while being surrounded by protected land that enhances the value and integrity of the entire community.

A. Residents enjoy 12 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding; multiple preserved hilltop parks; and the historic Peacock homestead on Lick Creek, which serves as a community gathering space. Beyond this, the surrounding conservation areas provide opportunities for wildlife viewing, photography, and outdoor recreation.

A. Amenities include 12 miles of professionally maintained multi-use trails, preserved hilltop parks with spectacular views, the historic Peacock homestead on Lick Creek as a community gathering space, and seamless access to more than 12,000 acres of surrounding conservation land.

A. The historic Peacock homestead, beautifully situated on the banks of Lick Creek, will serve as our community focal point and gathering space. This historic structure honors the land’s heritage while providing a unique venue for community events and casual gatherings among neighbors.

A. Yes. With only 80 homesites across 1,400 acres, ranging from 12.5 to nearly 40 acres each, Peacock Preserve offers exceptional privacy. The gated entry, low density, and conservation design ensure you are surrounded by natural beauty rather than close neighbors.

A. Yes. Peacock Preserve is a private, gated community, offering both security and exclusivity while maintaining the peaceful natural atmosphere that defines the community.

A. Major utilities—municipal water, electricity, telecom, and high-speed data—will be installed underground. Site improvements begin in late 2025, with full infrastructure completion scheduled for 2026 when home construction starts.

A. High-speed internet will be provided through underground telecom and data infrastructure, ensuring reliable connectivity for modern living and remote work.

A. Yes. Building must take place within your 2-acre envelope and follow sustainable practices that minimize environmental impact. Homes should integrate with the natural topography. The DRC review ensures these standards are met while allowing creative, personalized design.

A. Long-term value is protected by 90% of the community and 12,000 surrounding acres being dedicated to conservation, creating lasting scarcity. With only 80 homesites planned, privacy is ensured. The community’s location—10 minutes from Bee Cave and 30 minutes from downtown Austin—offers convenience while maintaining seclusion. Additionally, great efforts and expenses were made to make provide for public water – a finte resource in the area which certainly adds value for our community and residents. Peacock Preserve is also in the highly regarded Lake Travis ISD, with a new high school opening nearby in 2027.

A. The only visible addition nearby is a new Lake Travis ISD high school opening in 2028, located just down the street—adding educational value without impacting the natural setting.

A. While Peacock Preserve homesites are designed as legacy family retreats, we partner with luxury brokerages experienced in conservation-focused communities for resale situations. Our sales team can connect you with brokers who specialize in high-end Hill Country properties.