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RIVERCREST NEIGHBORHOOD ON LAKE AUSTIN
Category: Austin Texas, Cathy's News, Featured Listings, In the News
Hidden Gem on the "Gold Coast of Lake Austin" is new to the market. My new listing: 165 feet of main body Lake Austin with a double boat slip and huge deck on top. Enjoy resort style living on a private cul de sac in this popular neighborhood! Call me to get information about this special property. Check out this video of me and the Rivercrest neighborhood featured on new Compass series
For the holidays, it's always great to make homemade treats for friends and family. This may just be the most addictive and delicious treat you will ever eat! All you need is just five ingredients and a lot of will power so you don't eat it all before putting it into tins. At our house, there's a reason it's called "Cathy's Crack!" Here's the recipe... 1 box (11.7 oz) Golden Graham Cereal 1 can 16
Color your World
Category: Home Trends
Color is on trend for 2023. Design experts say that adding color can make your home a happier place. They suggest that you go with what you love and give your rooms a lift for very little cost. Check out this article from Livingetc to learn more.
Holiday Happenings
Category: Austin Texas, Seasonal Information
DEC 8TH - DEC 23RD | 5:45 PM 58th Annual Austin Trail of Lights Longest-running holiday tradition of its kind in Austin welcomes thousands of guests from Texas and around the world each year for its jubilant displays of lights. LEARN MORE: Austin Trail of Lights DEC 3rd - DEC 23RD | Times Vary Ballet Austin - The Nutcracker From breathtaking sets and costumes to colorful characters, Ballet Austin’s annual production of The Nutcracker is
Lakeside Living Real estate is not all gloom and doom in Austin, and especially on Lake Austin. Multimillion-dollar waterfront properties and celebrity neighbors add to the allure of living life lakeside, which has become the most exclusive and expensive real estate of all. Read on for what some call the Malibu or Napa of Austin. Read the article Courtesy of Mansion Global
Two Hot Zip Codes:Bouldin and Westlake For Sale/For Lease WESTLAKE: 1901 Yaupon Valley Road, 78746 4 BD 3BA 3004SF $9,000 Private 4 bed, 3 bath unfurnished home on an acre lot in the hills of Westlake. Great floor plan, 2 living areas, gourmet kitchen, huge office and decks capturing Hill Country views. Washer and dryer are included. Monthly rent includes pool and yard maintenance. House is available to rent for 6, 9 or 12 months.
Best Places to Travel in November Looking for a weekend getaway or a week-long stay this month? Whether you want to relax on the beach or cozy up in the chilly air, there's a spot for you. Explore Travel + Leisure's top 11 places to travel in November. Hint: We made the list! Learn More: Courtesy of Travel + Leisure Thanksgiving Table Ideas for a Festive Meal Thankful for my friend Gayle who gave me
Field of Light at Wildflower Center Sept 9th - Dec 31st | Times Vary Bruce Munro’s Field of Light is an immersive exhibition that explores the intersection of art, technology and nature. Learn more at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Austin Studio Tour Nov 5th - Sunday, Nov 20th This self-guided art tour provides opportunities for artists all over Austin to connect with each other and for the public to experience art in person.