central texas homes and land: Spring has sprung in Smithville Texas - 03/31/08 06:53 AM
This weekend was a busy weekend in Smithville. There was an antique and art fair, the Jamboree Parade, and lots of people curious to see what "stars" might be out. There is a movie being filmed in town now and the movie Hope Floats was filmed there, before.
I was in town … (3 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Active Rain has been bringing me new contacts and potential business! - 02/26/08 06:55 AM
Since joining Active Rain and participating in blogging, and localisms, I have been contacted five times by Buyers/Sellers who have an interest in conducting a real estate transaction in my area. That averages out to about one new contact per month. One more contact that I would not have had if I was not … (20 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 50+ Acres and large cabin: 844 Pine Gap, Delhi, Caldwell County, Texas - 02/08/08 08:14 AM
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central texas homes and land: 60+ Acres and cabin, 1026 Pine Gap, Delhi, Caldwell County, Texas - 02/08/08 07:55 AM
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central texas homes and land: At the corner of71 and 304 in Bastrop, Texas - 01/11/08 06:51 PM
In Bastrop, Texas, at the corner of Hwy 71 and 304, on the south west side, you will find a Home Depot - with a big garden center, Roscoe State Bank - which offers banking services seven days a week, Chilis - a great spot for grabbing lunch or dinner, Discount … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Hunters Crossing, Bastrop, Texas - 01/11/08 06:29 PM
Hunters Crossing is located in Bastrop, Texas is a subdivision of family homes by Lennar.
The development is conveniently located just off of Hwy 71 just before 304, behind the Home Depot shopping center which also has a Chilis, Discount Tire, Jiffy Lube, Roscoe State Bank).
Centrally located home owners are very close … (1 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Camels in Texas!!!! Caldwell County cuties!!!! - 01/04/08 08:08 AM
Recently we drove to San Antonio and we decided to go down 304 from Bastrop to 10 and then over. Nice drive. Just before the Gonzales County line on the right hand side of the road there is a large ranch that specializes in exotic animals. We just had to pull … (9 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Good Morning and Good Year............ - 01/03/08 07:31 AM
Okay so we are a couple of days into this New Year and I am excited to have left '07 behind. This morning's sunrise here in Bastrop County Texas was so stunning, and so inspiring, I had to share it with you all.
In this sunrise I see hope reigning over despair, good … (12 comments)
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central texas homes and land: About the Homestead at Hobbs Creek, Cedar Creek, Bastrop County, Texas - 12/30/07 06:28 AM
The Homestead at Hobbs Creek is a Centex development. The neighborhood offers approx. 1 acre home-sites, and Centex originally offered eight different floor plans. This small development is tuck away off of Hwy 21 and offers that country feel located approx. 30 miles from Austin and 11 miles from Bastrop. Homes average in … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Bastrop County, Texas Residential Listings from 300-500k, 12-27-2007 - 12/27/07 07:57 AM
I am providing a link ( copy and paste if necessary ) to my website and the results of a residential search done today.
Search criteria:
Bastrop County
Price range 300-600,000
Minimum bedrooms 3
Minimum baths 2
http://www.horsepropertyspecialist.com/bin/web/real_estate/AR49118/SEARCH_MLS/Smithville/1197670694.html?acnt=AR49118&ZKEY=&action=ACTIVATE_FRAMES&button=SEARCH_MLS&linkout=http%3A%2F%2Fidxpro.cisdata.net%2FAR49118%2Findex.html
I would love to help you find just the right home in Bastrop County. Please feel free to contact me … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Residential listings in Cedar Creek, Bastrop County, Texas 12-27-2007 - 12/27/07 07:50 AM
The following is a link ( copy and paste to your browser ) to my website and the results of a search done for residential properties in the Cedar Creek area of Bastrop County Texas.
Criteria:
Price range 200-300k
Minimum Bedrooms 3
Minimum Baths 2
Area: Cedar Creek
http://www.horsepropertyspecialist.com/bin/web/real_estate/AR49118/SEARCH_MLS/Smithville/1197670694.html?acnt=AR49118&ZKEY=&action=ACTIVATE_FRAMES&button=SEARCH_MLS&linkout=http%3A%2F%2Fidxpro.cisdata.net%2FAR49118%2Findex.html
I would be happy to help you locate just … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Available properties in Bastrop, Texas 12-27-2007 - 12/27/07 07:38 AM
Here is a link to my website the results of a residential search done today.
Price range 150-250,000
Minimum Bedrooms 3
Minimum Bathrooms 2
Bastrop
http://www.horsepropertyspecialist.com/bin/web/real_estate/AR49118/SEARCH_MLS/Smithville/1197670694.html?acnt=AR49118&ZKEY=&action=ACTIVATE_FRAMES&button=SEARCH_MLS&linkout=http%3A%2F%2Fidxpro.cisdata.net%2FAR49118%2Findex.html
I would love to help you find just the right home in Bastrop, Texas. Please feel free to contact me at any time.
Deb Dahlberg Rowland
http://www.centraltexashomesandland.com/
Part of my own personal rain … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: About The Colony, Cedar Creek, Bastrop County, Texas - 12/21/07 04:27 PM
The Colony is a development in Bastrop County Texas that offers estate sized lots for custom homes. Lots of great amenities such as pool, workout facility, fishing lakes, hiking trails and all just 15 minutes from Austin Bergstrom International Airport, 30 minutes from downtown Austin, and about 10 minutes to old … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: About ColoVista, Bastrop, Bastrop County, Texas - 12/21/07 04:12 PM
ColoVista is in my estimation one of the best kept secrets in Central Texas. Located just a few miles outside of Bastrop, along the Colorado River, and in the "lost pines" of Bastrop County, ColoVista has some of the most beautiful homes and home-sites and a top notch golf course! The … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: About Pine Forest, Bastrop, Bastrop County Texas - 12/21/07 04:02 PM
The subdivision called Pine Forest is located just a few miles outside of downtown Bastrop on Hwy 71 nestled between Tahitian Village and ColoVista, in the "lost pines" of Bastrop County.
Most all of the homesites are in the pines. The roads are mostly paved although there are a few gravel roads … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Kahn, the gentlest dog I have ever known! - 12/20/07 04:16 PM
Kahn was a rescue dog. All of our dogs are!
He was found in the desert in Arizona mid summer 8 years ago, dragging a chain, in the middle of nowhere. My in laws found him and called me (up in Colorado at the time) to see if I wanted him. I said … (13 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Suprises at a vacant listing showing......you never know what to expect.... - 12/16/07 08:40 AM
I was working yesterday with Clients from out of state. They were looking for smaller acreage, something with utilities, potentially an older mobile, or shed, that they could use while they built the little house of their dreams. They also were considering older homes that might need work. We looked at … (15 comments)
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central texas homes and land: An "eco friendly" vodka for your Holiday libations! - 12/13/07 06:45 AM
Last night my husband Roger and I went in to Austin from Bastrop for an early dinner and some necessary shopping before our Christmas party which is rapidly approaching.
We ate a wonderful meal at Azul Tequila on South Lamar by Target and then went to Twin Liquor to buy some necessary … (6 comments)
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central texas homes and land: My own personal positive "tag cloud", what is yours??? - 12/11/07 06:54 AM
I just love our "clouds", you know the words that we use in our blogs that thru repetition get bigger. I am fascinated by it. Obviously those clouds say a lot about us, just in a different format.
I got to thinking this morning that I should have my own personal tag … (2 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 502 Olive, Downtown, Smithville, Texas - 12/10/07 04:06 PM
Front from street
Front of house
Front entry and historic designation
Sunroom
Back of house
Guest house
Tree house
Three city lots
MLS # 4144535
345,000
502 Olive Stree, Smithville, Texas
.75 acre, historic home, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, guest house, corner lot, Walk to Main Street!
For more info and virtual tour visit www.tourfactory.com/340313
This beautiful home was built in the early 1800's … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 139 Hidden Shores Loop, Smithville, Texas - 12/10/07 03:59 PM
MLS # 1207289 PROPERTY IS OFF THE MARKET.
139 Hidden Shores Loop
119,000
1780 Sq. Ft, 4 bedroom 2 bath, multi level. Ground level is work shop, storage, main living is on the second level with master bedroom and bath, kitchen, living area with acces to deck, third level has three bedrooms, one full bath and … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 551 A Union Chapel, Cedar Creek, Texas - 12/10/07 03:49 PM
MLS # 6440864
$219,000
551 A Union Chapel, Cedar Creek, Texas
Vacant land with some improvements
Bluebonnet Acres, Section 1, Block 5, Lot 8, 4.59 acres
Fairly level lot. Has 2 septic systems, 2 electric meters, 1 water meter plus a well. Large shop. Property is partially cleared. Union Chapel is the feeder road off … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 000 Pintail, Circle D, Bastrop, Texas - 12/10/07 03:36 PM
MLS # 3002489, 000 Pintail Lane, Circle D, Bastrop, Texas
Circle D Section 5 Lot 87, 1.09 Acres
$22,875
Nice level lot in the pines, no lot improvements but utilities (electric, telephone, water, sewer) at the street. Site built homes only in the area.
See more info at www.centraltexashomesandland.com
Deb Dahlberg Rowland, United Country … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Another Texas sunset in Bastrop County Texas - 12/10/07 06:15 AM
We have been unseasonably warm this year and the skies have been clear most all of the time. I was hurrying to a sunset showing on one of my listings and could not resist pulling over for just a couple of seconds to snap a photo of the sky and clouds. … (12 comments)
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central texas homes and land: How one of my Clients has addressed a "flood" level issue on his ranch land..... - 12/10/07 05:55 AM
Here in Bastrop County, as well as the other counties the Colorado River flows thru here in Texas a lot of property along the Colorado River has a FEMA flood status of 100 to 500 years.
One of my Clients bought a 20+ acre in "flood".
One of the contingencies of the … (8 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Buyers need to understand credit and how it works....many don't have the faintest! - 12/09/07 07:57 AM
How many of us have had customers come in who are shopping for housing who have not yet pre-qualified?
Of course we prequal them ourselves to determine their buying capabilities, suggest that they work with a local lender to get a prequal letter (sometimes even getting them on the phone with a … (4 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Mortgage rate info that can be helpful...... - 12/09/07 07:25 AM
There are lots of websites with mortage rates and information readily available to all of us. I keep a short cut on my laptop and on my desk top to Yahoo's page. It seems to be one of the easiest to use and explain to Customers/Clients when they are in the office … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Hyatt Regency Lost Pine Resort and Spa in Bastrop County Texas - 12/09/07 07:15 AM
In the Lost Pines area of Cedar Creek in Bastrop County Texas there is a wonderful destination hotel resort , the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort nestled in the McKinney Roughs Nature Preserve area.
Here is a link to the hotel website http://lostpines.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp
Located about 15 minutes from the Austin Airport, … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: After being MEME'd thought I would properly introduce myself ......... - 12/07/07 07:27 AM
After being MEMEd, but still being so new, I thought maybe I should properly introduce myself, and give a little more description of who I am than 5 one liners, with the hopes that I can cultivate new associations in Active Rain.
I began my real estate career long before … (6 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Pope Bend Equestrian Trailhead, McKinney Roughs, Bastrop County, Lost Pines, Texas - 12/04/07 09:05 AM
I just visited the Pope Bend Trailhead of McKinney Roughs, an LCRA park and recreation destination, which is locted east of Austin and west of Bastrop on Hwy 71.
Park fees for rides are 10.00 per horse/rider, and you can buy tickets at the Visitor Center at the main park entry. … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: McKinney Roughs Nature Center, Bastrop County, Lost Pines, Texas - GREAT RIDING TRAILS!!!! - 12/04/07 08:28 AM
McKinney Roughts Nature Center, a Lower Colorado River Association park and recreation center, is located between Austin and Bastrop in the Lost Pines area, near the new Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa on Hwy 71. It is approx 1100 acres of rolling canyons, wildflower meadows, and lazy river bends. … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Early December sunset in Central Texas - 12/03/07 06:33 PM
I could not resist taking a picture and sharing it. We had a stunning sunset this evening, and it is the third night in a row that they have been so colorful. Looks like we are headed for our first freeze of the season so I was out covering my fall … (3 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Moving to the country with a city dog...........please consider this. - 12/03/07 06:44 AM
Lots of people have been bitten by the "move to the country" bug.
Everyone is looking for a little more space, and who can blame them!
I left the city for the countryside.
I completely understand!
Well there is lots of country here in Central Texas.
But there are some unwritten, and … (18 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Live Nativity in Smithville, December 14th and 15th! - 12/02/07 09:18 AM
As a little girl I remember my parents taking me to see a live nativity scene during the Holidays and I have never forgotten it.
The First United Methodist Church of Smithville, Texas, is presenting "the Journey to Bethlehem" a traveling Nativity.
They are inviting us to experience a live nativity in a … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Smithville Light Parade 12-01-2007 - 12/02/07 08:07 AM
It was a balmy night and lots of people came out for the lighting of the Pavillion and for the parade and street dance in Smithville Texas. Great small town celebration. There were food vendors serving up some wonderful goodies from Deer Stew to Kettle Corn, and of course Funnel … (2 comments)
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central texas homes and land: MSNBC Mentions the Austin Market 11/30 - A big of good news for once. - 12/01/07 07:06 AM
I have always been a half full vs. half empty kind of gal.
When the going gets tough, the tough get going.................
Look for the good in the bad................
Count your blessings.........
Make hay while the sun shines. ................
If you don't know me, you know someone like me...........
I can get up bright and happy and … (3 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Ford collector or enthusiast? T-Bird lover? La Grange, Texas has a special "store" for you! - 11/30/07 07:18 AM
Located just a few miles outside the town of La Grange on Hwy 71 you will find one couple's passion for old collectible cars, old Fords, Thunderbirds, Cadillacs, Fairlanes, and more, displayed for all to see, and some top buy! THUNDERBIRD SOUTHWEST. Definately a destination for car enthusiasts who are traveling in … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Bastrop Holiday Historical Homes Tour - 11/29/07 08:54 AM
On Saturday, December the 8th, The Bastrop Historical Society is holding its 2007 Holiday Homes Tour. This is a great opportunity to see some wonderful old homes in Bastrop and to get into the holiday mood. The tour will be helf from 12 Noon to 5PM. Tickets are available at the … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: ROSCAR CHOCLOLATE, Bastrop, Texas, A sweet find indeed!!!! - 11/25/07 04:39 PM
My husband and I were out doing some errands after church today and on our way back home decided it was high time we stopped in at the new "chocolate store" that had popped up on the Highway in Bastrop.
WOW!
If you love chocolate then you need to stop and experience … (3 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Austin area, Smithville Texas, Annual Festival of Lights, December 1, 2007 - 11/18/07 11:01 AM
Smithville is having its 17th Annual Festival of Lights celebration just 45 miles south east of Austin. Smithville is the town where the film Hope Floats was filmed. Quaint, historic, peaceful, Smithville has a great Holiday celebration planned for all to enjoy.
There will be a fun run and walk at 9 … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Riverbend park getting a facelift! - 11/18/07 10:44 AM
Riverbend Park in Smithville is getting some upgrades! Work on the projects should be completed in late 2008. They are adding a 9 hole frisbee golf course which should be loads of fun. The park already offers a couple of really nice volleyball courts, a ball field, an arena, camping and RV spots, great playground … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Three local golf courses in Bastrop, Texas - 11/11/07 07:38 AM
We are very fortunate to have three nice golf courses right in our area! If you love to golf and you love Central Texas, Bastrop may be the place for you. Check out these three courses. I have provided links to their websites. All three are within a few minutes of … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Bastrop Chamber of Commerce - 11/10/07 01:48 PM
Downtown Bastrop has lots to offer including a great Chamber of Commerce. It is located on Main Street and has lots of local information to share. The Bastrop Board of Realtors meets every Friday at 9:45 for the weekly Realtor tour in one of the meeting rooms at the Chamber. This … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Great restaurants on one half of Main Street in Bastrop - 11/10/07 01:42 PM
There are a bunch of great restaurants in Bastrop. I was on the way to our weekly Realtor tour this last Friday and stopped to take pictures of a few of them on one half of Main Street. I will make it a point to post more of local Bastrop restaurants … (3 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Monthly Fly in at the La Grange airport hosted by EEA Chapter 1347 for the Young Eagles - 11/07/07 10:38 AM
On The first Saturday of every month the Experimental Airplane Chapter (EEA Chapter 1347) group out at the La Grange Airport, LaGrange, Fayette County, Texas, just off Hwy 71 has a fund raising lunch. They are raising money for scholarships for young flying enthusiasts (Young Eagles) They ask for a $7 donation. Lunch … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 844 Pine Gap, Delhi, Texas - OPEN HOUSE 4/18-19-20/2008 10-4 DAILY - 11/04/07 08:33 AM
Large comfy cabin perched on a high point on 55+/- acres in Pine Gap. One of a dozen or so small gentleman's ranches in the area. Great room - big enclosed porch with lots of windows. Main bedroom. Guest bedroom. Full bath. Common area with wood burning stove and access to a nice sized loft. Surrounded by pines … (7 comments)
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central texas homes and land: Riverbend Park, Smithville, Texas, Great park! - 10/31/07 08:29 AM
As you travel from Bstrop towards LaGrange on Hwy 71 you will literally cross over one of the nicests parks I have visited yet, in Smithville, Riverbend Park. This park has a lot to offer with huge stately oak trees standing over big manicured lawns, a playground, picnic facilities, volleyball court(s), an arena, a huge pavilillion area with … (0 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 00 Blanket Flower Road, Bastrop Texas - 10/22/07 01:51 PM
Austin MLS - 5162487
This property is currently pending, if you would like information on similar properties please feel free to contact me.
Legal - Lake Bastrop Acres, Sec 2, Blk 13, Lot 10
List price 9,500
Almost 3/4 of an acre. Nice ground cover and trees. Small wet weather dry creek in back of … (4 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 1026 Pine Gap, Delhi, Texas - 10/08/07 05:06 PM
Cabin getaway nestled at the top of the hill the loblolly pines. 60. 4 acres. This is camping more like it used to be! Cute comfortable two part cabin. One half is a one bedroom with half bath, and screened with half bath. A nice deck seperates one half from the … (1 comments)
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central texas homes and land: 502 Olive, Smithville, Texas - 09/28/07 07:38 AM
This is one of the grand dams of the historic homes in Smithville. With a Texas historical plaque, it was originally built around 1848 on the bluff overlooking the Colorado River, this home was moved to it's present location in town around 1880 by D.O. Hill. Set on three city lots it … (2 comments)
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