Custom Homes and Major Renovations in the Texas Hill Country
Riverbend Hill Country Homes builds custom homes, whole-home remodels, guest houses, and casitas for homeowners in Austin, Dripping Springs, and surrounding Texas Hill Country communities.
Custom Homes, Major Renovations, and Hill Country Living Designed to Last
Riverbend Hill Country Homes is owned and operated by Vanessa Harris, a native Texan based in Dripping Springs, Texas. The team brings 35+ years of combined experience in construction, project coordination, and luxury hospitality environments, and serves homeowners in Austin, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Spicewood, and nearby Hill Country communities with custom homes, major renovations and full home remodels, guest houses, casitas, and larger additions.
Premium Residential Projects with Clear Direction and Strong Craftsmanship
We focus on custom homes, whole-home renovations, guest houses, and larger additions that call for thoughtful planning, regional expertise, and a high standard of execution. We also take on select smaller projects when the fit is right.
Custom Homes
From site-sensitive planning to the final finish details, we build custom homes that reflect your lifestyle, architecture goals, and long-term vision.
Explore custom home building →Major Renovations and Full Home Remodels
We take on large-scale renovations and full home remodels that improve flow, function, finish quality, and everyday comfort without losing sight of the home's character.
See how design-build works →Building on Your Own Land
If you own land in the Hill Country, we plan the home around the property itself, including access, slope, limestone, wells, and septic, so the design and the budget fit the land from the start.
Build on your land →
One Team From Design Through Construction
When architects, interior designers, and builders work separately, decisions can reach the job site before anyone has priced their full impact. Riverbend brings the team together early, so design choices are reviewed against the budget while they are still on paper, and the people who price the work stay accountable for building it.
- Design and budget stay aligned from the first conversation.
- One accountable team carries the project from planning through construction.
- The people who price the work are the people who build it.
- Surprises are caught on paper, not during construction.
A Clear Process From First Conversation to Final Walkthrough
Initial Consultation
We begin by learning about your goals, property, priorities, timeline, and budget expectations, and whether the project is the right fit for our team.
Planning and Project Direction
We help shape the path forward by identifying key decisions, coordinating scope and design, and laying out the practical steps required before construction begins.
Build and Oversight
During construction, we keep the project moving through clear communication, quality oversight, and steady coordination from one phase to the next.
Final Review and Completion
Before closeout, we review the work carefully to make sure the final result reflects the level of quality, finish, and function your home deserves.
Serving Austin and the Texas Hill Country
We work with homeowners in Austin, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Spicewood, and surrounding Texas Hill Country communities. Most of our projects are within about an hour of Dripping Springs.
Meet Vanessa Harris
Riverbend Hill Country Homes is owned and operated by Vanessa Harris, a native Texan who lives in Dripping Springs with her family. Vanessa's background is in luxury hospitality construction, where she was involved in all phases of multi-million dollar projects for properties like the Hilton Orlando Resort, Hotel Galvez Spa, and Trellis Spa at The Houstonian, working closely with general contractors, architects, and project teams. That experience now shapes how Riverbend plans and builds: clear expectations, dependable coordination, and homes that feel refined, livable, and lasting.
Meet Vanessa
Common Questions About Building and Renovating in the Hill Country
What types of projects does Riverbend Hill Country Homes take on?
We primarily focus on custom homes, major renovations and full home remodels, guest houses, casitas, and larger additions for homeowners in Austin and the Texas Hill Country. We also consider select smaller projects when the scope, timing, and fit are right.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Austin, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Spicewood, and surrounding Texas Hill Country communities. Most of our work is within about an hour of Dripping Springs, Texas.
How much does it cost to build a custom home in the Texas Hill Country?
In our published planning ranges, new custom construction in the Dripping Springs and broader Hill Country market typically runs $350 to $650 per square foot at comparable finish levels, and ultra-luxury work can run higher. Property conditions such as limestone, wells, septic, access, and slope also affect the total. A feasibility conversation is the fastest way to test a budget against a specific property.
How long does a custom home or whole-home remodel take?
Building new typically runs 14 to 20 months. A substantial whole-home remodel typically runs 12 to 24 months, and targeted single-area remodels usually run 4 to 9 months. The schedule depends on the property, permitting, selections, and design complexity.
Can I contact you before my plans are finalized?
Yes. Many homeowners reach out early to talk through goals, budget expectations, property considerations, and next steps before final plans are complete. Reaching out early often leads to a smoother path forward.
Can you build on land I already own?
Yes. Whether you are building on your own land, transforming an existing home, or adding a guest house or casita, we start by understanding the property itself: access, slope, limestone, wells, and septic where relevant, so the plan fits the land and the budget.
Planning a Custom Home, Remodel, Casita, or Addition?
Tell us about your property, goals, and timeline, and we will help you understand the best next step for your project. Most first conversations start with coffee and a tape measure.