Choosing a new home is about more than finding the right number of bedrooms or deciding between one and two stories. The builder, design process, neighborhood, homesite and level of customization can all shape how the finished home looks, feels and functions.
The Hollows on Lake Travis brings together four respected builders: Drees Custom Homes, Giddens Homes, Silverton Custom Homes and Younger Homes. Each offers its own approach to new construction, giving buyers several ways to find or create a home within this lakefront community northwest of Austin.
Some buyers may prefer a completed home they can tour and purchase on a shorter timeline. Others may want to personalize an established floor plan or work through a more involved custom-building process. The variety at The Hollows makes it possible to explore all of those paths within one community.
Here is a closer look at each builder and what it contributes to The Hollows on Lake Travis.
Drees Custom Homes: Experience Meets Personalization
Drees Custom Homes has been designing and building homes since 1928. As a long-established, family-owned builder, Drees combines decades of experience with floor plans that can be personalized around the needs and preferences of each buyer.
Homes at The Hollows currently start from the low $700s. Buyers can explore thoughtfully designed floor plans with flexible living areas, spacious kitchens, private bedroom arrangements and options suited to everyday living, entertaining and working from home.
One of the strengths of building with Drees is the ability to begin with a proven plan while still making meaningful choices. That can make the process feel more approachable for buyers who want a home that reflects their style but do not necessarily want to design every room from a blank page.
Drees also offers a broad range of home sizes at The Hollows. Current opportunities include four- and five-bedroom designs, one- and two-story layouts and homes with generous garage and flexible-space options. This range allows buyers to compare several possibilities while still receiving the consistency of an established building process.
Giddens Homes: Custom Design with Central Texas Roots
Giddens Homes is an award-winning, family-owned custom builder based in Central Texas. The company is known for estate-style homes, functional floor plans and a building process that allows buyers to make changes based on how they want to live.
New Giddens homes at The Hollows currently start from the low $700s. Buyers can begin with one of the builder’s existing plans and then personalize it, creating a home that feels individual without having to start the entire design process from the beginning.
Giddens places an emphasis on quality construction, luxury standard features and thoughtful layouts. Its homes may include expansive gathering spaces, private bedroom suites, dedicated work areas and garages designed to accommodate both vehicles and additional storage.
The builder’s combination of established plans and custom flexibility provides a comfortable middle ground. Buyers have a clear foundation to work from while still having opportunities to adjust the home around their priorities, preferences and homesite.
Silverton Custom Homes: Distinctive and Individual Design
Silverton Custom Homes brings an individualized luxury-building experience to The Hollows. The Austin-area builder is currently creating homes in the Sanctuary neighborhood, where wooded surroundings and larger homesites provide a natural setting for custom architecture.
Each Silverton home is designed around the homeowner’s lifestyle, preferences and budget. Rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach, the builder focuses on creating residences with distinctive architectural details, carefully selected finishes and interiors that feel connected to the people who will live there.
This individualized process allows buyers to think beyond the basic bedroom and bathroom count. Room placement, entertaining spaces, outdoor living, natural light and the relationship between the home and its homesite can all become part of the design conversation.
Silverton also offers completed and coming-soon homes for buyers who appreciate the builder’s custom approach but may not want to begin at the earliest stage of construction. These opportunities provide a chance to experience Silverton’s craftsmanship on a more streamlined timeline.
Younger Homes: Flexible and Energy-Conscious Construction
Younger Homes is a family-run Texas Hill Country builder offering custom and semi-custom homes at The Hollows. The company combines thoughtful design with sustainable construction practices, advanced green technologies and a focus on long-term comfort and livability.
Homes currently begin in the $600s, expanding the selection of home sizes and price points available within the community. Younger Homes offers opportunities in the Bluffs, including full custom builds and semi-custom floor plans that can be adjusted to better suit the buyer.
Floor plans and square footage can be customized, allowing buyers to first focus on how the interior should function. Exterior architecture can then be selected to complement the plan and the character of the Bluffs neighborhood.
Younger Homes’ approach may be especially appealing to buyers who value efficient building practices, flexible design and a personalized experience. Its smaller plans also give buyers additional choices when a more compact home better fits their needs than a larger estate-style residence.
Four Builders, Four Valuable Approaches
There is no single right way to build or buy a new home. Some buyers value the structure of an established floor plan. Others want more control over the architecture, layout or energy-efficient features.
Each builder at The Hollows brings something valuable to the community:
Drees Custom Homes combines extensive experience with flexible plans and a guided personalization process.
Giddens Homes offers Central Texas craftsmanship, estate-style designs and the ability to make custom changes to functional floor plans.
Silverton Custom Homes creates distinctive luxury residences shaped around the homeowner, homesite and desired design.
Younger Homes provides custom and semi-custom options with an emphasis on thoughtful layouts, sustainability and energy-conscious technology.
Rather than positioning one builder as the right choice for everyone, The Hollows gives buyers the opportunity to compare different processes, plans, homesites and design styles before deciding what feels right.
Should You Build or Choose an Available Home?
The decision often comes down to the timeline and how involved you want to be.
Building a custom or personalized home gives you more opportunities to make selections and shape the final result. It may be the right path when you have a specific vision and are comfortable allowing time for design, construction and final details.
A quick move-in or coming-soon home offers a more streamlined experience. The floor plan has already been chosen, and construction may be complete or underway. Buyers can see more of what they are purchasing and often move sooner than they could with a new build.
The Hollows currently offers both approaches. Buyers can explore move-in-ready homes, coming-soon properties, customizable floor plans and custom-building opportunities from across its builder lineup.
Choosing a Neighborhood at The Hollows
The builder is only one part of the decision. Buyers can also compare different neighborhoods within The Hollows.
The Sanctuary offers larger, wooded homesites with access to the lake and community trails. The Canyons is centrally located and features Hill Country views, green space and nearby access to the Trailhead Club. The Bluffs offers additional custom and semi-custom opportunities, including homes from Younger Homes.
Touring the neighborhoods in person can help buyers understand the differences in topography, homesite size, views, natural surroundings and proximity to community amenities.
A Home Surrounded by the Lake Travis Lifestyle
Regardless of builder or neighborhood, residents become part of a community designed around Lake Travis, outdoor recreation and connection.
The Hollows spans more than 1,400 acres on the North Shore of Lake Travis. Residents have access to resort-style amenities, lake recreation, community gathering spaces and miles of trails that wind through the surrounding Hill Country landscape.
That means choosing a home at The Hollows is not only about selecting a floor plan. It is also about choosing the setting and lifestyle that will surround it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Builders at The Hollows
Who builds homes at The Hollows on Lake Travis?
The current builder lineup includes Drees Custom Homes, Giddens Homes, Silverton Custom Homes and Younger Homes.
Are custom homes available?
Yes. Buyers can explore custom, semi-custom and customizable opportunities. The exact options depend on the builder, neighborhood, homesite and current availability.
Are quick move-in homes available?
Yes. The Hollows currently features both move-in-ready and coming-soon homes, in addition to opportunities to begin a new build.
What price range is available?
Current builder offerings begin in the $600s and extend into larger luxury and custom homes priced above $1 million. Pricing and availability are subject to change.
How should buyers compare the builders?
Consider the desired home size, preferred neighborhood, construction timeline, level of customization, architectural style and overall budget. Touring homes from each builder can make those differences easier to understand.
Meet the Builders in Person
The best way to compare the builders at The Hollows is to tour their homes, explore the neighborhoods and discuss the available building and purchasing opportunities.
Visit The Hollows Community Information Center at 7515 Destination Way, Lago Vista, TX 78645, or call 512-240-6262 to schedule a tour and begin exploring new homes on Lake Travis.
