shady hollow: April Home Sales Stats for "Shady Hollow Estates" & "Shady Hollow" - 05/10/12 04:20 AM
As a twenty year Shady Hollow resident and Realtor I want to share the most recent sales stats in April 2012 for our neighborhood. Shady Hollow and Estates of Shady Hollow neighborhoods are comprised of homes built on larger than average lots between .39 and 1.75 acres. This means yards are typically large and often private backing to greenbelts, parks or Slaughter Creek. These homes were built between 1977 and 1999. The homes range in size from about 1600SF up to 3700SF. These homes normally have at least a 2 car garage, but many have a 3-4 car garage.
There is a … (1 comments)

shady hollow: Whats new with the roads in south Austin? FM 1626 Road update for 2012. - 03/19/12 01:50 AM
Living in south Austin I am personally affected by the condition of the local roads in our neighborhood. There have been many who have lobbied to get Brodie Lane widened to relieve the congestion created by all the new neighborhoods in Buda and Kyle using Brodie Lane to get into Austin. Sadly this project keeps getting delayed, they say its due to lack of funds. The land for the project was actually purchased back in the late 1990's, but they claim there are no funds available to complete this project. Karen Huber ran on a platform that promised this project would be completed. … (2 comments)

shady hollow: Shady Hollow Home Stats Dec 2011, includes: Shady Hollow, Estates of Shady Hollow and Barker Ranch at Shady Hollow - 12/16/11 06:01 AM
Shady Hollow and the Estates of Shady Hollow are sought after neighborhoods for a multitude of reasons. The homes are on larger than average lots, the schools are very well regarded and the neighborhood is only 15-20 minutes from downtown Austin. Here is a breakdown of what is actively for sale and what has sold in the last four months in these neighborhoods. These subdivisions are located just southeast of the Mopac and Slaughter Lane intersection in southwest Austin.
Estates of Shady Hollow:
4 Homes Actively listed for sale- Details: Average home is 3247 square feet, Average List Price Per Square … (0 comments)

shady hollow: Winterizing your home, the time is now! - 11/14/10 03:11 AM
Helpful and Quick Tips for Winterizing your homeIt's fall and that means it's time to get your home ready for the upcoming cold weather. While Austinites may wear shorts on Christmas, that is not always the case. Living in the  normally warm climate found in Austin Texas, does not mean you can avoid protecting your home from winters effects. Check out the tips below for ideas on how to keep your home more comfortable and efficient this winter.Seal Drafts- The most common areas of heat loss are: windows, electrical outlets and doorways. Add weatherstripping and caulk windows. Seal holes, cracks, and openings … (12 comments)

shady hollow: Recently sold home comparables in Shady Hollow, a fantastic neighborhood close to Austin TX. - 12/18/09 05:51 AM
This comparable market analysis is exclusively for homes within Shady Hollow. This C.M.A.  is for all homes sold between October 1, 2009-December 16, 2009. These homes on the report all have at least .40 acre, at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
There are presently 6 homes for sale, 0 homes are Pending/Under Contract. There were 3 homes sold during this period with prices ranging from: Low $89.42 PSF, Average $100.61 PSF, and a High of $115.25 PSF. I list the prices Per Square Foot as that is the most accurate way to determine a homes value. The homes with a lower price price per square foot … (2 comments)

shady hollow: Open House in Shady Hollow December 6th, 2009 from 1-4. - 12/05/09 07:50 AM
Please join me at my next Kellywood Estates open house this Sunday December 6th from 1-4. The home is located at 10800 Brodie Lane, about a mile south of Brodie and Slaughter Lane and just north of Shady Hollow.  This updated and quiet home sits in the middle of a huge lot with a deep setback off Brodie Lane. The lot is .573 of an acre of mature trees and a landscaped paradise. There is plenty of room for a pool and still tons of room for: Horse-shoes, pitching washers and volleyball! This home is perfect for entertaining and boasts beautiful Travertine floors through out. This home … (8 comments)

shady hollow: Once again Austin Texas is in the top five list of places people want to live! - 10/08/09 09:27 AM
According to the Business Journal, Texas is ranked as number four in the top ten states to live in. Of course if you asked a native Texan they would say Texas is the only state to live in! We have a little bit of everything for everybody: beaches, deserts, mountains, big cities, and small towns. Texas is home to both NASA, cowboys and everything in between. If you can't find what you want in Texas, you are just not looking hard enough! Austin Texas is consistantly in every top ten list of places that people want to move to.
Monday, October 5, 2009, 3:00pm … (6 comments)

shady hollow: Austin's Annual Artisans Showcase October 15th!! Shop until you drop!! - 10/07/09 05:21 AM
There is always something fun happening in south Austin!! The Annual Austin Artisan's Showcase is October 15th, 2009. It is presented by the Onion Creek Ladies Associationand the public is welcome! This is a great chance to shop for unique and hand made items. All proceeds will benefit several local charities.  There will be: Holiday decor and home decor, jewelery, purses, luggage, shoes, eye-wear, baby items, and much more! The fee to get in is a mere $5 and it goes to charity. There will be live music by Heartstrings to enhance your shopping experience. There will be hourly drawings for … (1 comments)

shady hollow: What does your refrigerator say about you? - 10/06/09 02:03 AM
What does your refrigerator say about you? Is your fridge a magnet free sleek stainless steel number, or a basic white model? Is it covered with your child's artwork or recipes and grocery lists? Some people cover this appliance with everything under the sun and others leave it as spotless as the day it was installed. Some prefer French Doors or Freezer on top or freezer on the bottom models. What message does your fridge send to visitors to your kitchen?
I have seen refrigerators that are very dusty on top. Most housekeepers may bypass this area as it is out … (33 comments)

shady hollow: Winterizing your Austin home- Tips to prepare for the cold wet weather to come. - 10/05/09 03:54 AM
As a native Texan I have worn shorts on Christmas more often than not. However in Austin we do get some cold weather. Typically we get more freezing sleet and ice than real snow. So I am providing some tips to help you prepare for the upcoming in-climate weather.
Caulk around your windows and doors to seal up any gaps. This will prevent the warmed air from escaping and keep the cold air out of your home. Insulate you hot water heater. There are thermal blankets available at Lowe's and Home Depot and they are very inexpensive. Clean out the gutters on … (3 comments)

shady hollow: Speechless Sunday- A taste of old England architecture - 10/04/09 02:38 AM

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shady hollow: A miracle in Austin today its raining!! What is a gardener to do today go to a free plant seminar! - 10/03/09 09:13 AM
It is raining in Austin today. Thank heavens! This rain will help us greatly as we have been in an Extreme Level Drought for a few years now. Lake Travis is less than 50% full right now. So let it rain! As an avid organic gardener I was at a loss for what to do when it rains. So I found several seminars this weekend on how to plant specific times and how to prepare your garden. Take a look and see if one of these local events interests you. Maybe I will see you there!
Second Annual TX Hill Country … (12 comments)

shady hollow: Austin's sought after Shady Hollow neighborhood comparable market analysis for September 2009 - 10/03/09 08:35 AM
Shady Hollow is one of Austin Texas's most sought after neighborhoods for a number of reasons. We have excellent schools: Bowie, Barranoff and Bailey. The lots are spacious and the homes are comfortable and inviting. The neighborhood is friendly or private, your choice. There is an eclectic blend of homeowners: retired, self-employed, families, and partnered couples. We have several neighborhood clubs: Gardening Club, Book Club, and Kiwanis Club. The Community Center is a big attraction for those who host large party's. Residents can rent the Community Center for $15 when they need space for 50 or more people. We host a … (0 comments)

shady hollow: Basic Seafood tips to remember - 10/03/09 04:31 AM
Growing up on the coast I learned many tips or tricks about seafood. When you want to buy seafood there are some basic rules to remember to ensure you are buying only the freshest product. The easiest rule is buy/eat shellfish in months that end in R.

Shrimp: 
Size              Number of shrimp in a LB     Best use
Extra Jumbo   10 or less                          Grilling or shrimp cocktail
Jumbo           11-14                                Boiling, frying, grilling
Extra Large     16-30                                Boiling, frying
Medium          31-35                                Stir-frying, sauce dishes, casseroles
Small             36-45                                Soups, pasta, sandwiches
 
Look for shrimp with firm flesh Smell the shrimp, if there … (5 comments)

shady hollow: Texas home cooking: Nana's Shrimp Cassarole - 10/03/09 04:03 AM
Yesterday I wrote a post about growing up in Clear Lake, a suburb of Houston Texas. We were 15 minutes from the beach and moments from several great seafood restaurants. However nothing from a restaurant compares to Nana'shome cooked shrimp casserole!
Ingredients:
1 chopped sweet yellow onion
1-2 cloves garlic diced
2 slices cubed bread
1 cup chopped bell pepper
1/4 cup milk
2-3 tablespoons real butter
2 pounds of shrimp
1 can Campbell's Cream of Mushroom soup
2 TBS fresh lemon juice
1/2 TSP cayenne pepper
1/4 TSP White pepper
1/4 TSP Black pepper
1 TBS Chopped Cilantro
3 cups cooked … (3 comments)

shady hollow: Memories of growing up on the Texas coast - 10/02/09 03:13 AM
As a fifth generation Texan, I have deep ties to this great state. I love being a native Texan, and apparently with the influx of people moving here we may become an endangered species! LOL I want to share one of my favorite childhood memories with you. Growing up on the Gulf Coast was wonderful.
Sometimes on the weekends my grandparents would take us to go "crabbing". Nana would stop by "The Colenal's" and get a bucket of fried chicken for us to have for lunch. Then we would head for the marshy parts of Galveston to collect crabs.
This was a … (14 comments)

shady hollow: Market Statistics for Shady Hollow Estates for Summer 2009 - 08/19/09 05:12 AM
As your resident Shady Hollow Realtor I want to let buyers know how our local home market is doing. While the national economy may be down, locally things look great in the Austin home market. According to the Austin Chamber of Commerce there are still 1000 people a week moving into the Austin area. This number has not wavered much in the last eight years.Shady Hollow has long been a desirable Austin community because of the short 15 minute drive to downtown Austin and our large lots with mature trees. Shady Hollow proper has homes with between 1600-2700square feet on about a half … (5 comments)

shady hollow: Open House today from 1-4 at 3405 Split Rock Trail in sought after Shady Hollow (Austin TX) - 08/02/09 02:13 AM
This Sunday from 1-4 there will be an open house in Austin's sought after neighborhood called Shady Hollow. This neighborhood is comprised of homes on larger than average lots of .40 acre and larger. The homes tend to be one story with the occasional two story home. The neighborhood began in the mid 1970's. Shady Hollow has a wonderful community center and a pool. Shady Hollow also has a comptetive swim team called the Shady Hollow Stingrays. The neighborhood is close to plentiful shopping and dining options. Since Shady Hollow is surrounded by Austin, but outside the Austin City Limits there are no … (4 comments)

shady hollow: 2008 Annual Shady Hollow Drinking Water Report - 06/23/09 03:12 AM
As a longtime Shady Hollow resident I have always been concerned about our water quality. According to the report our water quality meets or exceeds all Federal (EPA) drinking Water Requirements. There are public participation Opportunities the first Tuesday of each month. The meetings are held at 6:30 pm at 3910 Capistrano Trail. If you need directions give them a call at 512-280-6622. See details below.
                                 Avg.  Low   Max  Limits    Unit of Measure         Source
Total Dissolved Solids   157  152   162   1000     Parts Per Million  Dissolved mineral constituents in H2O
Alkalinity                     63     61    65   N/A         PPM                  Natural soluble mineral salts
PH                             9.4    9.4   9.4   >7.00     units                 Measure of … (4 comments)

shady hollow: New Gabardine neighborhood just south of Shady Hollow-News from your Shady Hollow Resident Realtor! - 06/14/09 05:46 AM
The Shady Hollow neighborhood has had a loyal following of longtime fans. There has been no shortage of builders hoping to capitalize on that. The latest is a combined effort from Momark Development and Benchmark Development called The Gabardine.  Please note these homes are NOT in Shady Hollow and therefore are not allowed to use the Shady Hollow Home Owners Community Center or pools.
 These builders have created a neighborhood of free standing ‘condo' homes unlike anything else in the area. These free standing condos each have a small yard with a white picket fence. The homes are two and three … (2 comments)