Posts Tagged ‘Oasis’
Lake Travis
Away from the busyness of downtown Austin is Lake Travis. While still being a short drive to the things you love about Austin, Lake Travis has a whole set of recreational activities, dining, and getaways of its own.
Lake Travis was created with the building of Mansfield Dam from 1937-1941, named after the Texas Congressman of 32 years. The dam was built and is maintained with money it makes from its sales of water and electricity. Currently, Lake Travis is Central Texas’ favorite spot for water recreation including boating, fishing, and even scuba diving, as well as hosting state parks, golf courses and many residential communities.
A great resource for exploring Lake Travis is available at www.laketravis.com. Here you can find any accommodations you need and get links to any dining or recreation. Try the Oasis Restaurant, “the Sunset Capital of Texas,” with its covered outdoor dining and stunning lake views. Spicewood Vineyards has wine tasting and tours. You can find the latest weather and information about weekly community or charity events.
If you can imagine living on Lake Travis, there is a listing for a custom home with two story views overlooking Lake Travis and protected greenbelt. You could enjoy the Lake from your private pool, hot tub and waterfall, or patio inside the exclusive gated community. This 4,268 square foot home on 1.8 acres is listed at $899,900. You can see the entire listing with pictures here.
If you love Lake Travis, you can also see available lots for your business, ranch or home here. The Dave Murray Team is a full service real estate team serving all your needs from first time buyers to relocation. We are experts in Central Texas Waterfront, Development, Luxury and Ranch properties. These properties and more can be seen on our website, www.DMTX.com.
I: Mediterranean Architecture in Hill Country Estate
The Mediterranean style of architecture has experienced a huge revival in the US, particularly the Southwest and Texas Hill Country. This style of architecture invokes the sunny, open, colorful old world charm of the region it comes from. With many Spanish elements often blended with French Country and Tuscan styles, it fits into the Hill Country landscape perfectly.
Archways leading into tiled courtyards or covered patios are defining staples of the Mediterranean architectural style, and are wonderful to enjoy in warm climates. These homes are instantly recognizable – most people think of the image of the classic terra cotta colored roof. From the front, elaborate entryways usually feature a fountain. Their courtyards and covered patios are historically surrounded by wrought iron fencing leading to ornate grilled doors, and grand columns. From the front, a Mediterranean home is characterized by grand, arched windows on the first floor paired with more demure 2nd story windows. And no Mediterranean home is complete without a stone fireplace and classic metal fixtures.
Our listing at Rancho Estacia has been described as “The Best of Both Worlds,” for blending Texas Ranch comforts with this classic yet modern Mediterranean style. Exquisite details are in every room. A dip in the pool among the greens outside really makes this estate an oasis.
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