Taking in the Holidays

It's been a busy Fall around here with a full slate of things to do at the State Parks, wineries and nearby towns.  The pace continues through the end of the year.....unless of course you choose to unplug and just enjoy the peace and quiet of the Hill Country from your porch.

From lighted town squares and trails, to local theater & music and a long list of local traditions, we can't cover them all, but we'll list some items below a few links to let you take a peak.  We'll share anything else we find out along the way on our Twitter and Facebook accounts as well.

Llano - Starry, Starry Nights at Badu Park.  Very relaxing and friendly setting along the Llano River to stroll through the lights.  On your way in or out, stop to enjoy some of the great restaurants and shops either across Hwy 71 in the old Rail Station or across the River in the town square. Check out the Llano Chamber of Commerce Events Calender to see what else is happening: 

Marble Falls - Walkway of Lights offers a great setting along Lake Marble Falls.  Just a few blocks away are all the great places to shop, eat or just explore. 

Burnet -   Christmas Trail of Lights at Wallace Riddell Park is just off the the town square.  Experience the Main Street Bethlehem and a few other events if you get a chance as well.

Fredericksburg -  Where to begin......plan a day and have fun. 

Johnson City - You want lights?  This is it.  The Country Courthouse alone is a fun setting, but head over to the Pedernales Electric Coop and see how it's really done.  Check out the great local shops, restaurants, art galleries and even LBJ's boyhood home while you are there.  

Big Weekend in Marble Falls

Actually a lot going on around the area again, but check out the fun events going on in Marble Falls this weekend:

Sculpture on Main - Great opportunity to enjoy beautiful Downtown Marble Falls.  Stroll the wonderful Sculptures that adorn downtown and meet the artists.

2nd Annual Hill Country 26.2 | 13.1 | 10K - Organized by the folks at Run The Hill Country. Whether your running, cheering or volunteering, this looks like a great course to enjoy the Hill Country.

1st Annual Fiesta Jam on Lake Marble Falls - Very cool weekend event of great music with local wineries, breweries and restaurants benefiting local youth groups.  Check out their social media pages for the latest.

Some other local items:
Llano Heritage Days

Headwaters for Heroes Annual Fishing Event in Kingsland

And of course plenty of fun stuff to enjoy at Inks Lake State Park

Get out and enjoy this amazing weather!!

Missing Summer?

If you miss your sandals and the warm sun, you are clearly in the wrong place.

We've been enjoying and look forward to some of the best weather of the year for getting out on the boat to ski, fish or just cruise.  It's also a great time to enjoy the Stars at Night, Deep in the Heart of Texas.  Toss in all the great golf, State Parks & wineries and "The End of Summer" is just a footnote on our calender.

With so much going we can't list everything.  We'll note a few of our favorites and include a few links to organizations so they can tell you more about themselves:

Fiesta Jam on Lake Marble Falls -  Somehow we missed this earlier, but we will be making plans for it now.  Check out the inaugural Fiesta Jam October 17-19 on Lake Marble Falls.

October is Texas Wine Month -  So many great wineries nearby to choose from including our neighbors at Fall Creek Estates and Perrisos.  Here are a couple groups that would be eager to help you find even more:  Texas Hill Country Wineries & Wine Road 290

Inks Lake State Park - Fishing with a ranger, guided hikes, family camping... plenty to do as always for kids and adults.

Longhorn Caverns State Park - Always cool and fun to explore the cavern, but there are some fun trails and history to explore as well. Plus a great view of The Estates on the River from the watch tower and Park Road 4.

Texas High School Football - Check out the schedules for Llano, Burnet and Marbles Falls High School football teams to get your dose of a great Texas Friday Night tradition.

Kingsland, TX - A couple of golf tournaments and a fishing event would be July anywhere else....their Octoberfest event is the only thing to remind you what time of year it is.

Check out some of these local Chamber of Commerce calenders for BBQ Cook-offs, concerts, Texas Wine Month events & more:
Llano          Marble Falls           Lake Buchanan-Inks Lake          Burnet          Johnson City

Just a few 4th of July Ideas

The 4th of July week is always fun around here.  Here are a few things going on in the area.

Aquaboom in Kingsland - Parades on & off the water, music, cook-offs and events all day. And of course........fireworks.

Rockin' River Fireworks in Llano - Fun setting along the Llano River for music, family fun and fireworks.

Marble Falls - A full day of music and more along Lake Marble Falls.

Flat Creek Estates - An event called VinoPalooza HAS to be fun.

Some Fun and Unique Events This Weekend

Another great weekend of summer events around the area this weekend.  As always, way too much happening to get everything listed here, so here are a few of the unique and/or nearby things that we've enjoyed in the past or simply caught our eye.

Marble Falls Adult Soap Box Derby -  We stumbled upon this a few years ago and it has become one of our favorite events of the year.  Fun stuff all weekend.  Check it out if you can.

Burnet Pro Rodeo - Another great, local rodeo experience this weekend.  With a fun outdoor venue, it's a nice way to spend the evening.

Wild West Fest - This is a new one to us, but it looks like a fun way to support a local community library.  Nothing says "Wild West" better than BBQ, Music & BYOB. 

Inks Lake State Park - There is something going on over there every weekend, but this Moonlight Paddle caught our eye.  

LBJ Ranch - Check out Mary Poppins as part of the National Park Service "Movie Under the Stars" program at this historic landmark.  A little bit of a drive from here, but a unique experience.

Republic of Texas Biker Rally - And for another unique experience, you can "head in to town" for the ROT Rally.  Or, you can hang out here and listen to them rumble by as groups of riders take in what The Estates on the River homeowners get to enjoy anytime.  

Summer Is On In The Highland Lakes

Here are a few things going on this weekend if you are looking to take a break from relaxing at The Estates on the River.  It's a fun time of year in the Highland Lakes, with plenty to do just about any time, so this is not meant to be a comprehensive list.

Llano 78th Pro Open Rodeo & Parade - One of the fun events we mark on our calender every year.  Rodeo events Friday and Saturday night.  A parade on the Square Saturday and a dance Saturday night.  The arena is great and fills up, so get there early and take it all in.  

Dion Pride's Tribute to Charley Pride - This Saturday at the Llano Country Opry.  Fun night in Llano.

Inks Lake State Park - From a National Trails Day Hike, Kids Kayak Clinic, Night Sky Party, to a Sunset Jaunt on the Electric Boat and Survival Series demonstration focusing on starting a fire, there is plenty to do at one of the best State Parks in Texas.

Burnet Farmers Market - On the Square in Downtown Burnet.  Stock up!

Summer Concert Series in Burnet - Dysfunkshun Junkshun kicks it off on Saturday.  Find out more about this fun band and free event at The River Cities Daily Tribune

Lot 27 - 3 Acres with Dramatic Views

With a slight slope facing East, Lot 27 offers some dramatic views of the surrounding hills morning, noon and night.  And with 3 acres and a nice tree line to work with, the home building and landscaping opportunities will be fun to work with.  Took quite a few pictures of this one on a gorgeous day.  Definitely worth the stroll through the property if you stop by.

For more information, give us a call  or drop us a note:
432/638-2841
theestatesontheriver@gmail.com

Lots 34-36 - Quiet with 360 Views

These lots sit at the end of Lone Oak Drive, offering a quiet setting and short stroll to the path taking you to the water. Each lot offers a great build site featuring very nice 360 views of the Texas Hill Country.  A gentle slope heading to the road provides great landscaping opportunities to make homes as inviting to look at as the surroundings. 

For more information: 

theestatesontheriver@gmail.com  

(432) 638-2841

Take In Some Local Golf

Whether you just want a relaxing, scenic place to hit a round or take on a world class design, there are quite a few courses nearby that cater to all ability levels and interests.  And the best part is....you're not paying POA or Membership fee's to enjoy it.  With the great restaurants, bars and wineries nearby, you can make it a fun, full day outing before retreating back to the quiet of The Estates on the River.

The Lighthouse Country Club -  With a redesign in 2006, this is a fun-well run course with definite Hill Country signature.  Stop at Kingsland Coffee Company to wake up on your way to the course.  With a full restaurant and bar, you may want to hang out at the club after your round, otherwise stop at Grand Central Cafe' on your way back to The Estates on The River.

The Legends Golf Course -  Just down the road from The Estates on the River is this Tom Kite designed course that is fun and very scenic as it runs along the Colorado River.  Stop by Hoovers Valley Cafe afterward for lunch.  Then go across the street to see our friends at Perissos Vineyard.

The Llano River Golf Club - This is a relaxing way to golf and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Texas Hill Country.  With world famous BBQ nearby, along with great shops and restaurants on the town square, you have plenty of options to make a day of it.

Delaware Spring Golf Course - Just a short and very scenic drive along Park Road 4 gets you to a nice place to play golf.  When you're done, take a left on HWY 281 and hit the amaxing Maxican Restaurant or take a right and enjoy all the great restaurants in Marble Falls.

Hidden Falls Golf Club - This well established golf course in Marble Falls offers a variety of play and 4 sets of tees to accommodate a wide range of abilities.   It sits just off of downtown Marble Falls, so you'll have plenty of places to talk about the round when you're done.

Horseshoe Bay Gold Resort - A few minutes more down the road and you can take on one of the Robert Trent Jones, Sr. designed courses while enjoying a great Lake LBJ setting.  Take advantage of the relaxing setting after your round, or enjoy some of the many local places on your way back to The Estates on the River.  It's a tough choice, but a good one to have.

Lot # 7 - Wide Open Spaces

Sunrise, sunset and anytime in-between....what a great spot to enjoy Texas Hill Country living.  This 1.69 acre lot surrounded by hills and peaceful pastures, provides a nice canvass to create your own oasis, where you can enjoy a quiet day and a great way to see just how bright the stars can get at night.....deep in the heart of Texas. 

With water access you probably won't need to go out often, but within minutes you could be out enjoying one of the best wineries in the region, great coffee shops and cafe's, golf or one of the nicest State Parks that Texas has to offer.  Or head a little farther out in any direction to enjoy Small Town Texas at it's best.

Lot #40 - Waterfront Lot

With a beautiful ridge, you can build your dream home to take in the best of Highland Lakes living on this 1.2 acre water-front lot .  The gentle-sloping ridge allows easy access to cool, clear water where you can enjoy swimming, fishing, boating or just some quiet time when no one is around.   Trees on the high end of the lot and along the shoreline provide the landscape designer in you plenty to work with.  Bring your Realtor or just stop by and begin envisioning your quiet get away in the Texas Hill Country.  

Lot #20 - A wonderful lot with space, privacy and character

With about 5.23 acres of trees and dry creek, you can maximize your creativity while designing your dream home or getaway.  Once settled, you'll have plenty of space leftover to explore or simply enjoy the quiet in your special hideaways.  

With lake access just minutes away you can enjoy the quiet Texas Hill Country and later toss a line in or go for a swim without much thought or effort.  With easy access to historic towns, festivals, restaurants, wineries, State Parks, lakes and more, you can keep as busy as you want all year.