Spicewood, Texas

Thomas Ranch
Master Plan

Master Plan Vision

This 2,200-acre master-planned community seamlessly blends luxury living, sustainability, and the rugged beauty of the Hill Country. Anchored by a private residential club with an 18-hole championship golf course, the development features over 3,000 homes, a vibrant entertainment district, preserved open space with an extensive trail network and nature-based stormwater design. A land-sensitive approach ensures roads follow natural topography, while eco-conscious strategies such as rainwater harvesting, xeriscaping, and polished effluent irrigation minimize environmental impact. Designed for elevated living with a deep connection to nature, this community redefines modern Hill Country luxury with a focus on sustainability, recreation, and regional culture.

Project Benefits

50% preserved open space, eco-friendly infrastructure, and water conservation
Championship golf, extensive trails, and nature-focused design
High-end dining, retail, and a 3,000-person amphitheater
Job creation, rising property values, and regional tourism
Private club, estate homes, wellness spa, and equestrian facilities

Location

Spicewood, Texas

Key Services

Land Use Planning
Open Space Planning
Private-Residential Club Development

Loraloma

Loraloma is a private club community set across dramatic ridges, cliffsides, and preserved open space. It offers an immersive natural environment with dozens of miles of trails and expansive landscapes rarely found in planned communities.

Anchoring Loraloma is a championship golf course designed by David McLay Kidd—an approach to course design entirely new to Central Texas and shaped directly by the land’s rugged topography. Paired with riverfront access, cliffside overlooks, and a highly amenitized club campus, the community blends outdoor adventure with refined, resort-level living.

What sets Loraloma apart is its connection to the future Thomas Ranch Town Core, giving residents easy access to dining, retail, entertainment, and everyday essentials. It’s the rare place where privacy, authenticity, and natural beauty meet walkable convenience and the creative energy of Austin—all in one extraordinary setting.

Entertainment District

The Thomas Ranch Entertainment District is the vibrant commercial core of the community—an energetic, walkable district shaped by a commitment to meaningful placemaking. Surrounded by miles of trails, preserved open space, and a diverse mix of neighborhoods, it serves as the natural gathering place for residents and visitors alike.

The land use plan for the district blends neighborhood-scale shops with regional dining, retail, and cultural offerings. Streets, plazas, green spaces, and “third places” are planned to encourage slowing down, connecting with others, and building community.

Strategically located at the heart of Thomas Ranch, this entertainment district will become a regional destination—drawing people who want to experience a place where culture, nature, and community converge. It’s the social engine of Thomas Ranch: lively, welcoming, and rooted in a sense of place.