Canyon Ranch Austin in Spicewood, TX

Canyon Ranch Austin is a 223,739 sq ft wellness resort located at 600 Moonlight Bend in Spicewood, Burnet County. The project, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in May 2024, represents a significant private investment of $121,974,798. This development includes guest lodging, spa facilities, fitness centers, dining areas, a medical clinic, and associated administrative support functions. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Jesus E Lardizabal, who oversaw the compliance aspects of the construction.

Construction Timeline and Costs

Construction began in August 2024, with the filing indicating a completion date of July 2026. The project ultimately passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in October 2026, marking the official end of the construction phase. The total cost of the project results in a cost per square foot of $545. This figure is notably higher than the Burnet County median for new construction, which stands at $129 per square foot. The scheduled build window of 729 days is also longer than the county median of 273 days.

Ownership and Design

CR Resort Austin LLC is the owner and developer of record for this privately funded project on private land. The design firm of record is BOKA Powell LLC. This firm has registered other projects with TDLR, including work in North Richland Hills, Dallas, and Fort Worth. The total value of those other registered projects with BOKA Powell LLC amounts to $5,310,000.

Local context for the 78669 ZIP code shows a median household income of $126,422 and a median owner-occupied home value of $576,200. The area has a population of approximately 11,980 people. Third-party reports have described the facility as the largest spa in Texas, with a planned opening in mid-October. However, the TDLR record strictly documents the construction and accessibility compliance, confirming the building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in October 2026.