Cordillera Ranch Living Magazine - March/April 2010

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March/April 2010

Cordillera Ranch Living March / april 2010

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As spring approaches, the hill country is just teasing us with weather that makes us want to spend as much time as we can outside. Take a look at our Calendar of Event section of this issue you will notice that we don’t even have enough room for events that happen outside of Cordillera Ranch. I hope you will notice all the different outdoor activities that will give you plenty of reasons to spend time outdoors with your family.

This issue features one of our own who we all like to cheer for.

Jimmy Walker is one of the most talented young players on the PGA Tour and when he’s not on the road you will likely see him working hard on his game at our golf course. Jimmy and his wife Erin are huge supporters of Cordillera Ranch and I know from talking to many of you that support is reciprocated. I hope you enjoy the story on Jimmy’s career path and what drives him to be successful in the tough world of professional golf.

Many of you have given us positive feedback on how much you enjoy the Cordillera Ranch Living magazine. It is our mission to bring new ideas to each issue so that it always gives you something new that you are interested in hearing about. The best ideas for future issues will come from those of you who live and socialize in Cordillera Ranch. I encourage you to call or email me with any ideas you think will interest you and your fellow residents, members and property owners. Please don’t hesitate to send your feedback and ideas.

Publishers: Schooley Media Ventures, LLC/Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation Schooley Media Ventures, LLC Benjamin D. Schooley – CEO/President ben@schooleymediaventures.com Jeanna Goodrich – Associate Publisher jeanna@schooleymediaventures.com Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation Chris Hill – Vice President chill@cordilleraranch.com

Creative Director: Laura Kaples

Operations Manager: Alison Turner

Assistant Operations Manager: Kristi Rothbauer

Contact: Cordillera Ranch Living Magazine 203 Shadywood Boerne, TX 78006 210-507-5250 info@schooleymediaventures.com

Chris Hill Vice President Cordillera Ranch chill@cordilleraranch.com

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Cordillera Ranch Living is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Schooley Media Ventures, LLC. No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Schooley Media Ventures, LLC. Cordillera Ranch Living is a registered trademark of Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation. 203 Shadywood, Boerne, TX 78006. Printed in the USA. All rights reserved 2008. All rights reserved. No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited submissions. Manuscripts, photographs, and other submitted material can be acknowledged or returned if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. The content contained does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation, Schooley Media Ventures, LLC, or Cordillera Ranch residents.

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Contents 10: Developer Corner

Community Update

18: education

Educational Programs in the Hill Country That Really Measure Up

26: spa & fitness 30: Home Tour

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A Foundation to Build On

38: feature

Jimmy Walker - Never Looking Back

46: builder gallery

Burdick & Christofilis

50: Golf NEws 58: Staff profile

Bryan Overdyke

62: clubhouse/dining 66: tennis 68: calendar of events 73: in the news

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The spring provides us an opportunity to continue the momentum the community gained last year in selling homes. We will host a few events beginning in March that will offer the opportunity to show off the community, the homes and the new clubhouse that opened last fall.

Open House March 27 and 28 – This is an opportunity to show off the homes that are available for sale in Cordillera Ranch. At this event, we will have many of the listed homes open for viewing for both Saturday and Sunday.

If you already own a lot in Cordillera Ranch this may be an opportunity to get ideas or visit with our builders about what you want in your home. This event is the same weekend as the annual Cordillera Cup golf tournament so if you are thinking of coming into town for the weekend you will have time to accomplish both.

Spring Tour of Homes April 10, 11 and 17, 18 – Each spring the Greater San Antonio Builders Association (GSABA) presents their Spring Tour of Homes. Cordillera Ranch will participate as a “Key Community” in the event.

Cordillera Ranch Builders Fair May 22 and 23 – The builders fair has proven to be a great time for those of you who plan to build soon to spend a day or two meeting all of our preferred builders.

During this weekend each of the preferred builders will have many of their homes open for touring and provide you an opportunity to discuss the building process, costs, planning and timelines for building your custom home.

The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch

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The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch is pleased to introduce Monty Becton as the new General Manager. Monty brings 23+ years of experience in the private club industry at a number of exclusive clubs throughout the United States. He has been involved in the opening of numerous new clubhouse and golf facilities as well as overseen regional divisions of as many as 25 private clubs at one time. “In the last 5 years, I’ve watched the private club business become too corporate and driven only by the bottom line.” says Monty. “I got into this business because it was about delivering a member experience and that’s what I love about Cordillera Ranch, I have the opportunity to focus on the member experience again.” His experience, perspective on the club business and leadership skills make him a perfect fit to take The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch into the future.

Monty is a graduate of Texas Tech University, served as the Chairman of the Dean’s Advisory Board of the College of Human Sciences, and was presented with the distinguished alumni award in 2004.

Monty and his wife Patti will move to the Hill Country from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He will begin on March 1st and already has many fresh and exciting ideas that will help to continue to make this wonderful place even better.

This isn’t just any construction project, this is your home and there’s a lot on the line. The guidance and discernment must be exceptional, and the details exacting. The relationships and trust must be genuine and true. At Robert S. Thornton Great Homes we form a team – starting with the client through the architect/designer, supervisors, interior designers, longstanding subcontractors and vendors. And if the team and relationships are right the process and product will be unsurpassed.

From inception through long term service we strive to please. If you’re in the market for a new home just ask around, and along with rave reviews we know that they’ll share that we are creative, honest, hardworking and trustworthy – for your sake and ours.

Thank you to each of our 60+ friends and clients of Cordillera Ranch for allowing us the opportunity to be a part of your team.

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Educational Programs in the Hill Country That Really Measure Up

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With such a large population of children in Cordillera Ranch, our residents are fortunate to have many excellent schools to choose from in the area. Choosing the right school will undoubtedly be one of the most important decisions you will make, as it is at secondary level that school will provide the springboard to launch your child into the world of higher education and ultimately the workplace. As you begin the process of choosing which school to send your children to in the fall here is an overview of a number of schools in the area. All have excellent track records but provide a number of different focuses and values, curriculum choices,

extracurricular activies and personal values to suit you and your family.

Families move to this area for the small town feel, but they don’t sacrifice education standards. As you explore the many educational resources available to families at Cordillera Ranch, you will find there is no shortage in academic quality. Remember, finding the right school is about finding the school that responds to and matches the needs of your family.

Geneva School of Boerne The Geneva School of Boerne was formed in 1998 and began offering classes in 1999 to 13 students in grades K, 1st and 3rd.

Today, Geneva serves 427 students in grades K-11. In 2004 the school moved to it's current location on a 33 acre campus just south of Boerne proper with easy access from I-10, making the school accessible to residents of Boerne, surrounding communities and San Antonio.

The Geneva School is a private school that follows the Classical Christian model and is a member of the Association of Classical and Christian Schools, a nationwide organization.

The educational program offered at Geneva School of Boerne is founded on the principles and values set forth in scripture. A classical and Christian school offers a unique and rigorous educational option for the families.

The classical learning models follow a philosophy developed by the ancient Greeks which eventually influenced the Christian Church in the Middle Ages. Classical Model teaching is meant to train the mind. Of the seven arts enumerated in the Classical model the foundational three or tribium are

taught at Geneva. Grammar is the focus of elementary school, logic in middle school and rhetoric in high school. The curriculum also dictates that parents take a proactive and involved position in their children's education.

Geneva offers AP classes and next year is adding dual credit collegelevel English courses to its curriculum in conjunction with University of Texas at San Antonio. It also offers in house required coursework for the PSAT and SAT. The Geneva School employs a full time college counselor and administer testing such as a Myers-Briggs personality test to match interests with abilities in determining which college and line of study is best suited for the student.

Geneva’s curriculum culminates in a Senior thesis project in which students must present their project and then defend it in front of a panel of faculty members.

The Geneva School has a very active arts and athletic program with a wide variety of developing arts programs, full athletic offerings and competes in the TAPPS league --the private and parochial school league equivalent to UIL. Geneva offers a strings program that will develop into orchestra, a band, drama program, guitar classes for both middle and high school, an expanding choir and visual fine arts classes including sculpture, drawing and painting.

The Geneva School started a Capital Campaign in the fall of 2008 with the goal of raising $5 million.

Even amidst the economic turmoil that campaign has been sucessful.

The campaign, titled «Not for the Sake of Stone . . .But for the Hearts & Minds,» is being held to raise funds to provide (in order of priority): an academic village for our upper level students, a competition gym, a teacher endowment, and a student center we are calling the Lyceum.

The three-year campaign has brought in over $5 million in gifts and pledges with over $3 million collected so far.

The village consists of 13 buildings totaling 28,000 sq feet. The village

includes 24 classrooms, two science labs, a computer lab, three arts rooms, two locker rooms, and an adminstration building. The School has been able to build a 20,000 square foot competition gym which will be finished in August of this year in time for volleyball season to kick off.

The Geneva School is set to graduate their first group of seniors in May of 2011. James Baker, the former secretary of state under President George H.W. Bush is slated to deliver the commencement address. Future growth for the school looks bright-admission is currently growing at a rate of 15% per year.

For more information please visit www.genevaschooltx.org/ or for campus tours or more information about admissions please contact Gay Young at 830-755-6101.

Boerne Independent School District Boerne ISD is the largest public school system in the area that the children of Cordillera Ranch attend.

The number of students the Boerne Independent School District (BISD) has 6,421 students as of February 2010. A major benefit of the large school system is the many opportunities for diverse class choices including numerous AP classes, Dual Credit courses, community service organizations and many sports programs.

Of the eight campuses in Boerne ISD, five are rated Exemplary by the state of Texas and the remaining three are rated Recognized by the Texas Education Agency in 2009.

The district was first Recognized in 1999 and has been in 10 of the 11 years since then. In 2008/09 the district TAKS test scores were superior in every area and for every subpopulation of students as compared to state averages. In the tested grades 3-11, 98% of the students passed reading, 95% passed math, 96% passed writing, 95% passed science, and 99% passed social studies. (Also: The new TPM measure pushed those initial scores to 99%, 98%, 99%, 97% CordilleraRanchLiving.com | 19

education and 100% respectively.)

The district has expanded fine arts programs including the establishment of a BISD Orchestra Program (grades 5-12), annual visual arts fair, explosive growth in the high school band program, expansion during the past several years includes invitation for the Middle School Choir to sing at the White House and visits to/from a sister school in China. The Band Program students are perennial Sweepstakes winners and every year a large number of students named to state band and choir. In 2007, the band qualified for state.

A unique relationship with the University of Texas at San Antonio allows Boerne High School students to attend college classes on that campus during the school day. In addition, the high school's Tech Prep program has higher education agreements for college credit in four main vocational career areas. The Alamo Community College District is now offering dual credit courses inside the high schools (2009/10) and an emerging relationship with Texas Tech will offer College Freshman Engineering in 2010.

BISD has won seven state championships in the past six years.

The Athletic program was crowned best in the San Antonio area (Dan Cook Award) in 2005 and each year since, and finished in the top 10 among all 4A districts in Texas (Governor's Cup Standings) for the past 4 years.

State championships in team sports include soccer, softball, boys cross country, girls cross country, baseball, and tennis doubles. Also, there have been individual champions and state finalists in swimming, track and tennis.

In 2009, the swimming team relay set a new 4A state record and the Champion Boys Cross Country Team became national champions.

Within the past decade, Boerne ISD has more than doubled the square footage of its facilities, which was possible by a bond that voters approved in 2004, allowing over $99m worth of construction and improvements to take place.

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The district opened beautiful BoerneSamuel V. Champion High School in fall 2008 and has now re-opened beautiful Boerne High School in August 2009. Champion High School has won a state award for design/ construction excellence and was given the Governor's Award in May 2009 for its innovative rainwater catchment system. The school also received the prestigious Caudill Award at the 2009 TASB Convention. The recently completed Boerne Middle School North renovation also received a state award for its design/construction.

For more information please visit boerne-isd.net

Vanguard Christian Institute Vanguard Institute is an elementary and secondary Christian school founded in 1985 by the congregation of Christian Character Ministries, Inc. The vision for this education ministry was to design and provide a unique schooling environment for their

children. The first graduating class in 1991 had ten students. Some of Vanguard’s graduates to date include: teachers, firefighters, office and business managers, civil engineers, anthropologists, military personal, home schooling mothers, medical students, ministers, film industry technicians, and other professionals.

Vanguard students have frequently chosen service related occupations.

Over 95% of Vanguard's graduating students attend college.Vanguard strives to prepare young people academically and spiritually to be successful, Godly citizens, capable of positive contribution to our society.

Vanguard has been a directing force in the lives of many students. Emphasis on Christian values and character combined with a strong, traditional academic curriculum prepares students for challenges after high school.Vanguard stresses character with every aspect of it's curriculum and handle kids in school like a parent would. The schools founders

found that children today lack real workd skills so the curriculum stresses life situations and consequences throughout the school day.

Vanguard has small class sizes between 7 and 15 students. College prep curriculum includes dual cre dit cources through the Alamo Community College system where they earn college credits. SAT prep is done on an individual basis furthering the theme of individual responsibility.

Vanguard offers twists on old classics for elective classes. An extensive auto shop class is conducted with past projects including the construction of a Cobra kit car and projects vary from semester to semester. Vanguard also has an extensive woodworking class, cooking class and a kiln set up for this semester's pottery course. It's easy to see that Vangaurd stresses hands on education. Even with Vangaurd's small class size they compete in a number of sports including six-man football, volleyball and track.

Vanguard currently uses the A

BEKA curriculum stressing phonics, math, history and geography.

Because of the small class size every one has a place; children tend to blossom and gain self-confidence and esteem.

At Vangaurd Christian Institute, the admissions process is less formal than at other instititions. The admissions process is conducted via an interview to determine if a potential student has the right attitude and a willingness to learn. For more information about Vanguard Christian Institute please call (830) 537-5244 or email office@ vanguardchristianinstitute.com.

TMI- The Episcopal School of Texas TMI is currently in the 116th year of educating servant leaders in San Antonio. Founded in 1893 by Bishop James Steptoe Johnston, the school was originally known as West Texas Military Academy. TMI opened its doors as a school to educate boys in a traditional military program. General

Douglas MacArthur was a member of its first class of students and, a few years later earned distinction as its first valedictorian.

In 1926, the school was renamed Texas Military Institute. The school opened its doors to female students in 1972 and the military program became optional in 1974.

Today the school is known as TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas.

Located in the Texas Hill Country, TMI educates students in grades 6-12 and currently serves approximately 405 students. TMI also runs five and seven day residential life programs which provided a home away from home for fifty students. Students from Texas, other states, and a small but growing international community from as close as Mexico and as far away as Korea, China, Vietnam and Taiwan.

Students at TMI are dedicated to scholastic excellence and furthering their education. The 63 seniors in the class of 2009 received $6.4 million dollars in scholarship offers and included two National Merit Scholarship finalists, three National Hispanic Scholars, three students bound for US service academies, two scholar athletes bound for Division I schools, four national Latin Examination awardees, and one National Spanish Examination gold medalist. 89% of the students who took the Academic Placement (AP) exams in the 2008-2009 school year received qualifying scores of 3, 4, or 5’s, earning them college credit. All students are accepted to colleges and universities in the United States and other countries.

TMI is founded upon a firm foundation of Four Pillars. They are academics, spirituality, athletics and military. Students attend daily chapel, participate in community service through a relationship with the San Antonio Rotary Club at the Dominion who sponsors both an InterAct and JuniorAct club at TMI, explore their interests through extracurricular activities that include the Fine Arts and athletics and enjoy a CordilleraRanchLiving.com | 21

strong sense of community as they grow and learn. Students at TMI have many extracurricular activities and clubs to choose from including the National and Junior Honor Society, an International Club, Japanese Club, Latin Club, Mock Trial Club, The Muse Literary magazine, Robotics Club, Spanish Club, TMI Times student newspaper, World War II Club, Green Club, Paws to create animal awareness, an acappella group, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the Hiking Club and many more.

If you are interested in admission information or a campus tour, please visit their website at www.tmi-sa.org or call 210-698-7171. Admission requirements include completion of the applications, submittal of teacher recommendation forms, two years of grades, academic testing with the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) or other comparable tests, and a day on campus visit where the student will be assigned an ambassador who will host them for the day while visiting classrooms, chapel, and the Refectory for lunch.

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Hill Country Christian Homeschoolers If you have determined that homeschooling is a good fit for your values or you have started the process of homeschooling your children, Hill Country Christian Homeschoolers (HCCH) may suit your needs. The HCCH provides many valuable resources for parents who wish to have greater control over their children’s curriculum and school environment. The organization was founded in 1999 with a small number of families saw the need for a local homeschooling group.

After gaining enough support the Hill Country Christian Homeschoolers was founded and in 2003 the HCCH was incorporated as a State of Texas Non-Profit Corporation.

The HCCH says that it is a Christian support group founded on the principles found in God's Word, the Bible. But they are an inclusive group open to all home educators regardless of religious faith or background. While the board members are required to sign a statement of Faith, the general membership is not.

The HCCH has had a clear purpose and vision since its initial founding. They strive to support homeschooling families by giving them the opportunity to keep their high school students at home,help families and students make a successful transition from homeschooling to college or work, and to provide opportunities for students to grow and mature in the qualities needed to be independent learners and selfmotivated students. HCCH provides all of these benefits partially through a unique program they offer called SAC Day or Secondary Academic Class Day. This program is unlike any other class day or co-op in the San Antonio area. The SAC Day is meant to be a supplement to other lessons at home providing classes that most families find difficult to teach at home on the high school level, like math, foreign language and science.

To join HCCH potential members must fill out two forms listed on their website. Simply follow the instructions on both forms and mail the forms with payment to the address on the registration form.

Within two weeks of HCCH receiving your registration, you will receive a welcome email from our registrar containing log on instructions for the Member’s Area of our website, where you will find the details for upcoming events as well as a printable membership packet.

To participate in the SAC Day students must schedule an interview with the SAC Day Board New students of current families should schedule an interview with the SAC Day Board on either April 5th or April 12th (so they can register during early registration). For more information, please visit the HCCH website at www.hcchnet.com.

Hill Country Montessori

Hill Country Montessori School, Inc. (HCMS) began its journey as a parent initiative to provide early childhood education to the Boerne Community. It is the successor organization to St. Helena’s Montessori School, which was founded in 1981.

Their current campus facilities were constructed in 2009 and opened with the 2009-2010 Academic Year. Hill Country Montessori School is nestled on 10 acres in the beautiful Texas Hill Country and serves children 18 months through 12 years.

As a school community committed to providing children of the Texas Hill

Country with an excellent Montessori education, HCMS puts great emphasis on ensuring they remain true to the Montessori philosophy and to their mission. Their vision involves helping children develop a love of learning that results in high academic achievement, self-discipline, self-motivation and respect for themselves, others and their environment.

Weekly resource programs are provided in Art, Music, Movement, Physical Education, Spanish and Reading Development. Teachers who specialize in each discipline conduct these classes within the classroom environment. Each class is designed to be age-appropriate and meet the needs of the particular program level. Each program level has its own outdoor environment that is equipped with age-appropriate equipment. Gardens and small animal areas are available as part of the outdoor classroom. All of these resources are included in the tuition.

The 2009-2010 activities include music, dance, karate, choir, piano, and strings (violin, viola and cello).

Hill Country Montessori School has received accreditations from the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and hold memberships with the American Montessori Society (AMS), the

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Independent Schools Association of San Antonio (ISA). They are currently the only AMS accredited Montessori school in the San Antonio metropolitan area and one of only eight accredited schools in the state of Texas. They are also licensed through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, which set forth regulations concerning childcare and health policies. HCMS has also been declared a non-profit, tax-exempt educational corporation since April 26, 1990. For more information please visit www.hcmontessori.org.

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There are many things that can be done in creating a healthy lifestyle and one thing alone will not derive the results that are often desired.

Diet, exercise, breathing, hydration, relaxation, and a number of other factors influence our overall health and how we feel day in and day out.

While some of these actions are done internally, The Clubs hosts amenities and services which can promote a healthier lifestyle. Exercising in the Fitness Center for example, can increase cardiovascular and muscular strength, while receiving a massage

can promote the body to restore, repair and regenerate.

A facial assists the circulatory system and stimulates our body’s largest organ, the skin, while regular manicures and pedicures not only improve your skin and nail condition, it also acts as a stress reducer and a way to pamper yourself. All of these actions, which can help you create a healthier life; can be found at The Clubs.

In an effort to improve or sustain our physical wellness, the Fitness Center is great place to start. We have many different types of cardiovascular equipment including treadmills, elliptical cross trainers, recumbent bikes, a Stepmill and a new Precor piece called an AMT (Adaptive Motion Trainer). The AMT may seem a little intimidating but is a great piece to add variety and customize your workout because it allows you to run, jog and climb.

An important component of exercise that can easily be over looked or intimidating is weight training. Lifting weights can not only

make you stronger and more capable in our everyday lives from climbing stairs to carrying groceries or children it also boosts metabolism, increases muscle definition, improves joint stability and increases bone density.

The Fitness Center hosts an array of weight training equipment from a Smith Machine where exercises like bench and incline press, squats and dead lifts can be performed to the Precor Multi-Station where exercises such as bicep curls, triceps extension and pectoral flies are just a sample of the training exercises available.

Group Exercise is one of the latest booms within fitness spectrum and is a great way to incorporate support, friendship and structure into your fitness routine. Classes available at Cordillera include, Yoga, Bootcamp Cordillera: Strait Up Strength (a group weight lifting class), Pilates, Step Aerobics and Basic Step. We are now featuring two types of step classes, Basic Step, a class designed for beginners or individuals interested in less impact and simpler choreography

while Step Aerobics is more intense in regards to cardio and choreography. Come try out a class, options to increase or decrease workout while enjoying a fun, social atmosphere.

Certainly we all want to be at our best and working out in the Fitness Center helps maintain our health. Yet maintaining our health goes beyond just the physical work out. It also involves taking care of our skin and nails and getting regular massages. All of these things can help create balance in our body and ensure that we are healthy. By simply taking the time to make an appointment with our massage therapist, esthetician or nail technician, you will be on your way to a healthy happy life.

Massage therapy is very helpful in keeping the body, mind and spirit in balance, as it promotes relaxation of body, clarity of mind and peace and calm in spirit. When your body is in pain it causes low spirits, depression and diminished mental performance. If you are worried and stressed out it causes tightness in muscles and scows the process of the body’s normal functions. Massage can treat chronic diseases, enhance immunity, lessen depression and anxiety, relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles as well as release endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers.

Karen Walton, RMT, has been practicing massage since 1975 and has many modalities in her repertoire from basics such as Swedish and Therapeutic to Hot Stone, Reflexology, and Myofascial Massage. By regularly engaging in massage you will become healthier and feel more and more youthful with each passing year.

Facials are another important factor when discussing overall health. We nourish our bodies in what we eat.

We nourish our skin in what we feed it, as well. That’s why it’s important to take care of our skin and give it the best possible ‘diet’ and ‘exercise’ through a good home care regimen and getting regular facials. Facials not only make you feel better, they are wonderfully beneficial for the skin. Various skin conditions like acne, oily/ dry/combination skin, large pores, blemishes, rosacea, pigmentation, sun damage, fine lines and aging skin, can be addressed during a facial as well as appropriate products for home care.

Amanda Myers-Stumpf, our onsite esthetician, custom tailors facials for both women and men, by choosing from an array of the very luscious fruit, vegetable and herbal skincare products handcrafted by Éminence Organic Skin Care of Hungary. These organic ingredients have an incredibly fresh aroma, with natural pure vitamin infusions and high bioflavonoid content.

The Clubs signature facials offers a wide spectrum of cleansers, toniques, exfoliants, masques, serums, eye creams and moisturizers that are selected to give you a fabulous facial targeting your own special needs and concerns leaving your skin soft and radiant.

While massages and facials are a commonly known practice to improve health and wellbeing, manicures and pedicures also play an important role. Our nails shield and sustain the tissue in our fingers and toes and

the condition of one’s nails can relay messages in regards to health conditions such as liver and kidney disease, anemia, diabetes, lung disease and even heart disease, just by viewing the nails.

Manicures can improve the look of the fingernails and hands and assist in the prevention of hang nails, nail damage and healing broken skin around the fingernails.

In addition, massages are included in manicures and help improve the skin’s health by enhancing blood circulation, consequently discouraging wrinkles on the hands. With this use of reflexology, hands and feet will experience balance by releasing the flow of energy and allow you to feel increased relaxation and circulation.

Tammy Stone can provide professional attention to your nails in a relaxing atmosphere which can help your physical and mental well being. Tammy’s services will exfoliate the skin to promote cell renewal and remove dry skin while an oil hydrating massage and a paraffin treatment provide moisture to the skin and reduce signs of aging. If desired, polish is then applied to protect further by keeping moisture in the nails and defend from detrimental conditions caused by the environment.

If becoming healthy and treating yourself in a way that puts your health and wellbeing first, the Clubs Fitness Center and Spa Services are a great place to start. Not only will you begin to feel better mentally and physically you will also begin to see outward signs of a healthy lifestyle. So start today, your body, mind and spirit will thank you for it!

Lindsey Minarcik, Fitness, Activity and Spa Coordinator The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch lminarcik@cordilleraranch.com

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mong oaks and cedars at 123 Riverwood, three young ladies with big, open smiles bounce up and down on a giant trampoline that is nestled into a magnificent backyard wonderland. Mark and Gina Anderson, along with their daughters Morgan, Maddie, and McKenna, live in a home truly fit for their active lifestyles, and have Patrick McGrath and a team of truly talented architectural artists by their sides.

“We originally purchased a lot by the River Crossing area that was about 3.3 acres,” Mark said. “We had found a builder and put our plans together and were getting ready to build, but felt like we would have been one of the first families back there. Since I travel often, I wasn’t quite sure about leaving everyone else at home.”

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“We started thinking about looking at a more developed area of Cordillera,” he continued. “I was driving through the neighborhood one day when I saw this house. It was in the middle of construction; I called the builder, Patrick [McGrath], and we talked. The thing that I liked about this area is that it had more of a neighborhood feel.”

So, the Andersons began their move into the Riverwood neighborhood. “When we purchased this house, they were just about done with the framing and insulation,” Mark said. It was then up to the Andersons to begin the interior design process. “We picked out the whole interior, and all of the colors,” Gina added.

Mixing deep, warm browns with a crisp, farm-house cream finish, the home features a combination of interior

home tour and exterior paints and textures.

“We wanted the Hill Country look,” Mark said. “We wanted a metal roof, and we liked a lot of the rock and stone both inside and outside.” The kitchen boasts a rock wall created to look like a farmhouse addition. “It might not be a ‘Wow’ house in the sense of big entryways or grand hallways, but we weren’t really looking for that. We wanted something more functional, something that would work with our family.”

“And that’s Patrick McGrath,” Gina smiled. “He likes to build a nice, functional home—a warm home— that’s still beautiful at the same time, starting with the rustic feeling.”

The Andersons found the expert guidance of Debbie Stolle, interior designer for Debbie Stolle Interiors.

“Debbie and I had picked out the colors together, even though they already had a lot of the interiors planned. It was actually a huge relief, and took out a lot of the stress of choosing our interiors, because I really liked the colors and the textures that they’d had in mind,” Gina said.

“Javier Guerra with JMG Interiors did a great job fauxing and handtroweling our walls in the kitchen and upstairs,” Mark added. “He fauxed all of the walls and ceilings, and we had Javier come back and do some trim and other painting work whenever we need him.”

“And, from a practicality standpoint,” Mark continued, “the house is very energy efficient. It has a lot of insulation and the HVAC systems are very good. We even have our own A/C system for just the master suite. There are so many things about the energy function of the house that Patrick had planned for in advance.”

However, the interior wasn’t the only thing on the Anderson’s minds: they had a whole different plan for what was outside. “When we bought the house, it was still about 90 days from completion,” Mark said. “At that point, I met with Charles Wilkes, Patrick’s architect, and over two breakfasts we designed the casita-

cabana.”

The casita-cabana, with an outdoor theater and lounge area and an indoor apartment, compliments the farmhouse look with exposed timbers, textured stone, and a genuine Hill Country charm. Equipped with a bathroom, a small kitchen, and a serene open-air living area, the cabana is the perfect outdoor escape… only a few short steps from the back door.

Nestled between the cabana and the casa, a beautiful blue pool, sport court, and elegant natural landscaping make the Anderson’s backyard close to paradise. “It was excellent to work with Keith Zars [from Keith Zars Pools]. We wanted a pool that was functional for the kids. We wanted to keep it close to the house, and it had to coordinate with the casita-cabana area, so we situated the elements together.”

Behind the pool lies a fun-filled sport court, a Snap Court built by Backyard Recreation. Complimenting all of the

outdoor amenities, natural stone, rock, and landscaping elements add to the paradisiacal feel. “Steve Jones [with Outdoor Creations] created the hardscaping, and he was able to tie all of the rocks and boulders in with the house,” Gina said. “And our friend, Chema Gomez with Exterior Design Concepts, did the irrigation and organic landscaping.” Mark added, “Plus, Thomas Northington with Ranchers Tree Service cleared our lot and canopied our oaks. It was great to work with him!”

And, both inside and out, the Andersons enjoy the elements of music and media. “Ultimate Home Theater equipped our media room upstairs and the family room with surround sound, as well as the casita.

Everything in our house is high definition, and they did a great job of running all the cables throughout the house and into the casita.”

All in all, the Andersons have a home that truly speaks to the warmth of their family and their active,

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outdoor lifestyle, and Cordillera Ranch has proven to be the perfect community for them. “My dad takes the dogs down to the park every day, and we like to go fishing and on picnics,” Morgan said, happily. McKenna added, “I had my birthday party here, and it was really fun because I got to ride the horses at the equestrian center. And the twisty slide at the pool is so much fun!”

“We really do have the perfect place for gettogethers,” Mark said. “We’ve had the whole acro [acrobatic gymnastics] team here for parties before, and we’ve hosted the Men’s Group. The house and the club are great focal points for entertaining, both with our backyard and outdoor space and with the club’s facilities.”

And when the quiet settles back in after the gatherings, the family enjoys, well, just living here. “I really like living here because of the views. We have all this land, and we’re not squished together between a whole bunch of houses,” Maddie said.

“You feel like you reach a tranquil point the minute you get back into the gate at Cordillera; it’s like a different world,” Mark added. “It’s a very comforting feeling, and the fact that we have so many amenities in this environment makes it a real neighborhood.”

The Andersons and their loving home have certainly become an integral part of the Riverwood neighborhood, from the beauty of the home’s construction to the wonderland in the backyard. But beneath the floor lies something incredibly special—a hidden gem that only the Andersons have seen. Stained onto the concrete in black magic marker are Bible verses chosen by the family. “We wrote on our foundation a reminder of our one foundation as a family,” Gina said. “Though the tile covers them up, we know they’re there—those words are the foundation on which our family stands.”

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his past November, Jimmy Walker stared down a 5 foot putt that was probably one of the most difficult putts of his life. Playing in the Children’s Miracle Network Classic, Walker was on the 18th green. The last tournament of the 2009 season, the entire season culminated with this last putt. While Walker collected himself, his wife turned off the TV. She couldn’t watch. Walker’s father got in the car and drove to the coast and back.

Anything to keep themselves away from the TV. His mother sat at her computer “growing an ulcer” as Walker put it. Bouncing back and forth from the Nationwide Tour to the PGA Tour, this last putt was one that he simply had to make. If he sinks it, he earns the 125th spot on the PGA Tour Money List, securing a fully exempt season for the entire PGA Tour in 2010. If he misses, he’s back to the Nationwide Tour.

With everything on the line, Walker cooled his nerves and sank the putt.

After triple-checking the numbers to ensure that his final round 69 secured the 125th spot, Walker and his wife, Erin, immediately embarked on a holiday vacation in Mexico to celebrate. It was a well deserved

break from what has been a grueling schedule for the Walkers, and one that hopefully will be coming to an end.

It was also the culmination of a long journey that began in Oklahoma City, where Walker spent his earliest years. “My dad was my coach.

He was self-taught. When he was playing at his best, he was one of the best players around town. I watched him shoot a 60 one day. He was a great mentor.” While Walker had an interest in golf early on, like most kids, he was into a lot of sports. “I was big into baseball, and played a bunch of sports. However, when I was 11, we moved to San Antonio, dad bought a golf cart, and from there, I was hooked. Dad played every day with me, and I learned so much from him.”

As Walker excelled in the junior amateur tournaments, major colleges began to take notice. Eventually, Walker settled on a full scholarship to Baylor. “I majored in business management. I had a golf coach at Baylor, but I didn’t really listen to him.

I didn’t feel like I needed to start changing things with my game. A lot of the guys that came in had their own coaches, and I didn’t have one yet, so I just listened to my dad.” As Walker continued to hone his game,

he began to set his sights on the PGA Tour. “During my junior year, Bryan Gathright became my coach and he’s still my coach. I knew I wanted to get more serious about turning pro. I got that full ride to Baylor, and my intention was always to learn everything I could and then go pro. I went to school for 4 years, left school, and never finished. I was far more motivated to get after it.”

And Walker didn’t waste much time. I immediately qualified for the US Open in 2001. I had to go through two qualifiers to get there, and that was the moment I knew I was ready to go pro. I won the local qualifying, and then there are 80 guys fighting for 3 spots at the next event. I got the 3rd spot.” Walker was then poised to fully realize his dream of playing professionally.

“When you register for the Open, there’s a checkbox for whether you are pro or amateur. I shrugged my shoulders, selected PRO, and have never looked back.”

At a 2005 Nationwide tour event in Salt Lake, Walker was introduced to Erin. “I was in Salt Lake City when I met her. She was a volunteer for the tournament. The company she was working for was the title sponsor of the event. A caddy introduced us.

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At Cordillera Ranch, we have friends.

We’ve been members of the Club now for 3 years, and we’re treated like neighbors.

The guy was going to caddy for me in a couple of weeks, and he invited her out to watch me play. So we met, I asked her out, and we went out Sunday night after the tourney. Her parents thought it was cool that she was hanging out with a pro golfer. So she came out for the next 3 tournaments. We talked a lot on the phone and then she started coming out to see me. She was then accepted to law school, and it was in Australia. I went up to visit her and figured that if I liked her family I probably better marry her. So 5 months after meeting her, we were engaged.”

After getting married, Walker returned his focus to the course. “I had always wanted to get my PGA tour card right after college. But I didn’t get all the way through Q School, so I went to the Canadian tour, and 40 | MArch | April 2010

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won a tourney there. I started doing Monday qualifiers for the Nationwide tour. I got into a few of them, and then received conditional status with the Nationwide tour. I played half a year in 2003 on the Nationwide tour, and I started getting to play in more and more tourneys.

I earned full status for the next season, but I missed my card in Q School by two shots. I had some success and won Player of the Year on the Nationwide tour in 2005.

That enabled me to make my PGA tour debut in 2005, but I hurt my neck the first tourney of the year so I played in only nine tournaments. Then in 2006 I played on the tour and just played awful, and had to go back to the Nationwide in 2007. I played one good tourney, got my card back and in 2008 just had a terrible year. So back to Q school, and then got my card back. Last year I started

feature guys. The tour has an amazing daycare that travels with them every week, and it’s great. The staff travels with the tour, and the perks are wonderful; it’s such a close knit group. But no matter how close it is, you really only have acquaintances.

At Cordillera Ranch, we have friends.

We’ve been members of the Club now for 3 years, and we’re treated like neighbors. Maybe if Jimmy wins the Masters, it will change things and we’ll be treated differently, but we hope not.” Jimmy adds, “We could see the vision of what was going to happen here at Cordillera Ranch, and it’s so beautiful. Erin would love to move the horses home. We both obviously love golf, and we hope to teach the kids. The entire lifestyle of it just can’t be beat. We’ve been to the most premier golf courses in the country, and we just marvel at what an amazing facility that Cordillera is.

There’s nothing like it in the country.

You have members that have done amazing things and it’s just not pretentious here. No matter where we travel, we are so excited to get back home!”

Enjoying the prospect of a successful 2010, Walker understands that while life on the Tour is a dream come true, it can still sometimes become “a job”. He explains, “I have to keep reminding myself how amazing it is to do what I do. Sometimes it can become monotonous. I have to tell myself ‘Man, I am so lucky. This is an amazing opportunity. This is so much fun. You’re playing golf on the Tour. Do you know how many people would kill to be able to do this?’ I have lost sight of that before, and so I’ve been focusing on cherishing it. You forget about how far you’ve come, and you can lose focus of where you are trying to go.”

As for where he’s trying to go, Walker has some simple and yet profound goals. “My goal is to win.

Hit more fairways, make more putts.

Go win, have a baby, and just keep living.”

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200 riverwood – the verses residence This home started as a spec home with the stated intention of doing something “different.”

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As we move into the busy Spring golf season here in South Texas, I wanted to take this opportunity to remind you of all the services and programs we have to offer you in our golf operation at Cordillera Ranch. We continue to strive to be the source for all of your golfing needs.

Your golf experience here starts with a fantastic golf course that is in terrific shape. Jack Nicklaus designed a golf course that is absolutely stunning, challenging and has been ranked as one of the top golf courses in the state. KD and the entire golf course maintenance team continue to produce outstanding playing conditions for all of our members and their guests. The golf professional and operations staff work hard to provide you with a memorable golf experience each and every time you play.

We have some special events once again scheduled on the golf calendar as well as a few new events planned.

Members of Cordillera Ranch will be able to participate in the newly formed “Texas Town Matches” which will take place in late May and early November. These matches are an Inter-Club competition amongst five of the top private clubs in Texas and include Escondido, Boot Ranch, Carlton Woods, Miramont and Cordillera Ranch. We also have a separate Inter-Club match scheduled with Spanish Oaks in March. Also new for this year will be a Men’s One-Day Pro Member-Guest in June. The newly formed Men’s Golf Association will also bring three new events to the tournament schedule throughout the year as well as a Rules/Etiquette night. A Night Putting Tournament is scheduled for early November and finally, look for a change in formats for the Sticks and Stones MemberMember and C-Star Member-Guest. For a complete listing of tournaments on the Golf Calendar, please go

to the Club’s website at www.clubsofcordilleraranch.com.

I hope you have the chance to participate in our events this year as we have something planned for all types of players.

The golf professional staff has a great deal of teaching experience and offers lessons to golfers of all ages and abilities. We have had great success with group clinics and private instruction while utilizing an outstanding video teaching system. Lesson packages are available from the Head Golf Professional and Assistant Golf Professionals. Custom fitting has become a big part of the process in buying golf equipment and we can help.

We can also take care of all of your club repair needs.

We do re-grip work on site and can turn around other club repair needs on a timely basis. Now is the time to consider investing in improving your golf game and there is no better way to get started than instruction from our staff of PGA professionals.

The Cordillera Ranch Golf and Trading Shop offers a variety of merchandise that is more than just the standard golf merchandise. In addition to top of the line golf clubs, balls, gloves, shoes and bags we carry great men’s, women’s and junior apparel. Casual wear and great gift items are also available and you can place special orders for items not in stock. Remember, members receive a 20% discount on all hard goods.

If you are traveling and would like to play golf somewhere give us a call and we will do our best to help you if it is another private facility. We can often help by making a call to another PGA Professional.

I hope we have an opportunity to join you on the course soon. Please call me or one of the assistants as we would love to play a round with you or your group.

This is a great way to get to know and serve you better.

See you on the course!

Marc DeWall, Head Golf Professional The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch mdewall@cordilleraranch.com

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s 2010 continues at our extraordinary Clubhouse, new celebrations are stirring every day. There’s no better way to celebrate than with an event here, at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch! The possibilities are endless in this distinct dining setting which is flexible enough to accommodate intimate or grand events. We are also happy to bring our services to the comfort of your own home or backyard! Our experienced and dedicated event staff and culinary team offer uncompromising levels of personal service to take your event to the next level. From an extravagant wedding to a small business conference, Cordillera is the perfect setting.

I have always enjoyed working with event productions.

From highly-polished performances to intimate gatherings, my personal experience helps us craft your perfect event.

Cordillera’s exacting attention to detail has allowed us to transform our members’ visions into cherished, memorable events. One reason members trust us is the simplicity! I offer one-stop shopping – none of the hassle of dealing with multiple vendors or last minute changes. As your event coordinator, I am your single point of contact. What could be simpler than that? From floral arrangements to table linens and hotel reservations for your guests – I’ll arrange it all. You can spend time on other important things in your life with renewed peace of mind. On the day of your event I am on-hand to personally ensure that every aspect is professionally coordinated, allowing you to enjoy the experience along with your guests. Cordillera has already hosted several phenomenal parties, weddings and gatherings and is looking forward to even more!

Our Spectacular Venues Cabana Grille/Panoramic Pool Vista During Cordillera’s early days, our much loved Cabana Grille proved its versatility time and again! It served as our main dining room until the opening of the Main Clubhouse in October 2009, has hosted stunning weddings and receptions, and has seen countless breathtaking sunsets through its west-facing trellis. Our saltwater pool has hosted floating candles, birthday parties, games of Marco Polo and glistened as brides and grooms took their first dance under the stars. Where else can you find such versatility and beauty? We are proud to offer such a fantastic venue at Cordillera Ranch. Your next dinner party, graduation celebration, pool party or summer soirée is just a phone call away.

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To accompany the outstanding hors d’oeuvres, entrées and desserts you will be feasting on, Bar Manager Jeffery Cohen ensures the party continues with the ideal bar package. From pairing wines that will complement and enhance the cuisine to stocking the bar with your favorite cordials and liqueurs, we can assemble a bar package that meets your needs as well as your budget! With our certified bar staff on hand we promptly and professionally tend to guests so you never have to wait in a line for a drink. Our enthusiastic bartenders can mix almost any drink and enjoy interacting with you and your guests. Just another reason why events here are simply superb!

Details, Details, Details Private Dining Room A spectacular view awaits you in our Private Dining Room. Located adjacent to the wine cellar, this quaint room is the ideal setting for business or personal meetings, luncheons, or dinners. The room accommodates up to fourteen seated guests and includes exclusive access to a vista patio with a private fire pit. Each reservation guarantees you a dedicated server and unique menu created by our culinary team. Whether for bridal luncheons, showers, wine tasting parties, afternoon tea with friends, or your next impressive business lunch, call us about the Private Dining Room!

Vibrant floral arrangements, bold lighting, elegant linens, high-energy entertainment and stunning décor are several elements that when appropriately combined create extraordinary events. Keeping your needs and vision in mind, I will present various options allowing you

Main Clubhouse Cordillera’s crown jewel is the stunning ranch-style clubhouse. Designed for both intimacy and grandeur, it has already proven to be a versatile venue. In the few short months since its opening, weddings, holiday parties, galas, luncheons and corporate events have wowed thousands of guests and counting! The architects and interior designers emphasized comfort and luxury, and the unsurpassed scenic beauty of our panoramic view reminds us why life at the Ranch is simply perfect. Your event is made even more spectacular when utilizing our outdoor spaces. Cocktails on our terraces set the tone for a remarkable evening, while our main dining room has simply pulsed with excitement at events time and time again. No venue possesses the amount of luxury and rustic beauty that we offer here in the midst of the Hill Country.

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Along with our other services from Valet to Coat Check you are guaranteed a phenomenal event with comfort and ease.

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Cordillera Ranch tennis may be the new kid on the block, but many of the attributes needed for a great club and program are already in place here at the Ranch.

This spring Cordillera will have two ladies teams competing in the city wide tennis leagues that lead to the state, and then national championships. A third team is already forming for the fall season and will also be competing for city honors.

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their middle school teams during spring try outs.

Social events are always a source of fun activity.

In early spring we will be starting up the “Mixed up Doubles Nights” which is an evening of social, sometimes competitive, doubles using a partner rotation system. Similar events are scheduled through out the year mostly during national holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. For those that want to test themselves we have the competitive events as well. Like our in house “Sneakers and Cleats” competition, a Pro-am style “Extravaganza” event, a “Ladies Member Guest”, and the always competitive men’s and ladies club singles, doubles, and mixed doubles championships.

“Cardio” tennis has become a weekly staple for many. This non stop approach to tennis is a fabulous way to burn calories, increase cardio health, firm and tone muscles, and have a genuinely good time. A class on Saturday morning and a class Wednesday evenings provide an opportunity to schedule a consistent workout regimen.

Summer time is big here at Cordillera with different opportunities available especially for kids. Our “Tennis, Sports, Adventure Camp”, is designed for those that love the great outdoors, “Tennis, Dance, and Swim Camp” is huge with the young ladies, “Baseball/Tennis Camp” explores the similarities of the two sports. And of course summer wouldn’t be summer without “Tennis Camp” where the kids look to improve their skills for the fall competitions, learn to be successful in a competitive environment, and have fun in the sun.

The Fall brings around even more opportunities for fun with the always popular events like the “Men’s, Ladies, and Kids Mixer”, “Parent Child Fun Days”, and the Christmas holiday favorite “Christmas Extravaganza and Ornament Exchange”.

The tennis center sits on the side of a gently rolling hill providing a hill country view second to none. The shop is stocked with the latest in tennis fashions, accessories, racquets, and boasts a large comfortable locker facility.

Tennis at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch is new, exciting, and growing with every activity and event. Cordillera tennis is on the move while getting great reviews and respect from local players.

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March 6, 20, 27, April 3,10,17, 23 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Cardio Tennis. 9:30 -11 a.m. Contact Glenn at the tennis shop or by e-mail: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com.

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Night for a Family Friendly Buffet.

Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is…kids eat free! 5 - 9 p.m.

March 10 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Cordillera Wine Sale. Bar Manager Jeffery Cohen will be in the Twin Sisters Lounge with several phenomenal wines available for purchase. Drink specials and Hors d’oeuvres will be available throughout the evening!

Come buy some of your favorite wine or venture out and try some of our other great offerings. 6 - 9 p.m.

March 16 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Join us every Tuesday Night for a Family Friendly Buffet. Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is… kids eat free! 5 - 9 p.m.

CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Spring Break Dance Camp. 10:30 - 3 p.m.

Funky music, cool moves and exercise are the perfect combination for young energetic dancers. A mixture of routines will be taught including hip-hop, cheer, jazz and modern funk. Dance Camp at Cordillera Ranch will promote a wholesome atmosphere, high selfesteem, and dancing skills. A non-competitive environment and creative activities will help children develop and practice social, physical and motor skills. A team of experienced dance instructors will be teaching the art of dance to ages 5-14. Contact Glenn at the tennis shop or by e-mail: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com. Sign up now space is limited.

CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Spring Break Horse Camp. 10 - 2 p.m., Fee:

$149 (includes all camp materials, lunch and t-shirt)Location: Equestrian Center, Camp includes fun-filled and educational days of riding, class work and hands on with horses. Our horse camps focus on complete horsemanship skills and emphasize safety, learning, and FUN! Call Kassandra at 210.249.8116 or email at kleachman@cordilleraranch. com with any questions.

CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Spring Break Tennis Camp. 12 - 3 p.m. age 8-16 all skill levels welcome. Contact Glenn at the tennis shop or by e-mail: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com. Sign up now space is limited.

March 17 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Irish Pub Night. Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a pint…or twenty. Irish pub food and plenty of green beer will be on hand to keep the party going.

Don’t forget to wear green to avoid getting pinched! Kids eat free in the Kid’s Club! Bring your kids to the Kid’s Camp for games and activities!

Let us know you’re attending our Irish Pub Night and your little ones will receive a complimentary Kid’s meal!

6 - 9 p.m.

CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: St. Patricks Day Party in Kid’s Camp. While you are busy celebrating Irish Pub Night in the Clubhouse, bring your kids to Kids Camp for a party of their own!

We will have St. Patty`s Day arts and crafts and a complimentary dinner served to those kids whose parents are participating in Pub Night. 6 - 9 p.m.

March 20 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Fireside S’mores. It’s time for S’mores!! Come join us at the Outdoor Bar Fireplace for a satisfying dessert everyone will enjoy. We will have all you need,

plus a few extra bonuses to make it a yummy tradition your family will never forget. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

March 23 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Family Night Buffet. Join us every Tuesday Night for a Family Friendly Buffet.

Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is…kids eat free! 5 - 9 p.m.

March 24 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Mixed Up Fun Tennis Night. Join us for an evening of social tennis. Matches start at 6:30 p.m. Contact Glenn Barton at the tennis shop or email: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com.

March 30 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Family Night Buffet. Join us every Tuesday Night for a Family Friendly Buffet.

Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is…kids eat free! 5 - 9 p.m.

March 31 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Mixed Up Fun Tennis Night. Join us for an evening of social tennis. Matches start at 6:30 p.m. Contact Glenn Barton at the tennis shop or email: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com.

April 1 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: New Beginners Only Tennis Extravaganza.

8:30 - 1:30 p.m. Contact Glenn Barton at the tennis shop or email: gbarton@ cordilleraranch.com.

April 3 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Easter “Egg”stravaganza. 11 - 2 p.m. Come out to the Pavilion Park for a fun and “egg”stravagant afternoon of Easter fun! We will have the Easter Bunny visiting for pictures, egg hunt and craft activity as well as some light refreshments. We ask that you donate 1 dozen filled eggs per child participating in the event prior to

the hunt. Eggs can be dropped off beginning March 23rd at the Clubhouse Reception Desk. Leave your name with the eggs so we can sign you up! Please contact our Event Manager, Carlos Araiza at caraiza@ cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.9012 for more information.

CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Sneakers and Cleats Golf and Tennis event.

(Golf) CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Learn to Kayak. Are you interested in learning to kayak? This informative session will teach you the basics of sitting on and paddling a sit-on-top style kayak.

The calm environment on Swede Creek Lake is the perfect learning environment. For more information or to sign up, contact Shane Reynolds at sreynolds@cordilleraranch. com or call the Outfitter Center at 830.336.4823. Fee: Complimentary.

1 - 3 p.m.

April 4 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Easter Brunch. 10 - 2 p.m. We’ve gathered together some of the tastiest options for your special Sunday! Kids will enjoy a special appearance by the Easter Bunny and adults will enjoy Mimosas. Guarantee a glorious Easter morning with brunch at the club!

April 6 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Family Night Buffet. 5 - 9 p.m. Join us every Tuesday Night for a Family Friendly Buffet. Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is…kids eat free!

April 7 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Sneakers and Cleats Golf and Tennis event.

(Tennis) April 10 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Cardio Tennis 9:30 - 11a.m. Contact Glenn at the tennis shop or by e-mail: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com.

April 13 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Family Night Buffet 5 - 9 p.m. Join us every Tuesday Night for a Family Friendly Buffet. Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is…kids eat free!

April 14 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Mixed Up Fun Tennis Night. Join us for an evening of social tennis. Matches start at 6:30 p.m. Contact Glenn Barton at the tennis shop or email: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com.

April 15 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Ladies Club Doubles Tennis Championship.

8:30 - 2 p.m.

April 16 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: ¡Cordillera Fiesta!, 6 - 10 p.m. ¡Viva Fiesta!

Kick off this San Antonio tradition here at the club with live music, great food and Spicy Margaritas that will make you want to shout ¡Aye Caramba! Members can show off their cooking skills and compete in our Salsa Cook-Off. Don’t miss out on this Fiesta celebration! While you’re busy enjoying Cordillera Fiesta, Kids Camp will be featuring a “Fiesta” of their own! We will have a piñata and games galore for this San Antonio tradition. Kids with parents attending Cordillera Fiesta will be served a complimentary dinner.

CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Ladies Trail Ride. 1 - 3 p.m. all Kassandra at 210.249.8116 or email at leachman@ cordilleraranch.com for more info.

CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Family Fishing. This fun filled morning of fishing is great for everyone in the family. The workshop will provide the opportunity for families to spend time together while learning the basics of fishing through hands-on instruction.

Class size is limited to 8 participants.

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more information or to sign up, contact Shane at sreynolds@cordilleraranch. com or call the Outfitter Center at 830.336.4823. Fee: Complimentary.

9 - 11 a.m.

April 20 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Family Night Buffet. 5 - 9 p.m. Join us every Tuesday Night for a Family Friendly Buffet. Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is… kids eat free!

well. Make your reservations today as Dinner and your little ones will receive seating is limited! a complimentary Kid’s meal!

April 24 April 29-30 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Men’s CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Guest Doubles Tennis Championship.

Days(Golf) 8:30 - 2 p.m.

April 30 April 24-25 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Movie on CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Sporting the Range 8 p.m. Grab a blanket and Clays Championship head on over to the Golf Range for a

cinematic adventure. Watch a family April 27 friendly movie under the stars and CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Family grab a bite to eat from our concession Night Buffet. 5 - 9 p.m. Join us stand. An evening great for the whole every Tuesday Night for a Family family!

Friendly Buffet. Each buffet is filled with great food everyone will enjoy and on select nights a drink special or two for the adults! The best part is… kids eat free!

April 21 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Mixed Up Fun Tennis Night. Join us for an evening of social tennis. Matches start at 6:30 p.m. Contact Glenn Barton at the tennis shop or email: gbarton@ cordilleraranch.com.

April 28 CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Mixed Up April 22 Fun Tennis Night. Join us for an CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Earth Day evening of social tennis. Matches start “Animal Interaction” Dinner. 5:00p.m. at 6:30 p.m. Contact Glenn Barton at and 7:00p.m. Celebrate Earth Day the tennis shop or email: gbarton@ with this “wild” dining experience! cordilleraranch.com.

Enjoy selections from our themed dinner menu created by our highly CLUBS OF CORDILLERA: Cordillera skilled culinary team just for the Beer Dinner, 6:30 p.m. Beer drinkers, occasion. Adventurers of all ages will this is the meal for you! Join us as find something delicious and learn we go in depth on beer and pair how we can do our part to help Mother several of them with delicious food.

Earth. The excitement begins with our Representatives will be on hand to Animal Demonstration where skilled answer any questions you might have animal trainers from Zoomagination on the world’s oldest and most widely will let you get up close and personal consumed alcoholic beverage. While with various animals and learn how you enjoy the Beer Dinner, bring your animals, humans and nature all depend kids to Kids Camp for an evening of on each other. After dinner you can entertainment. We will have movies, head over to our Interaction Station play station, board games, arts and where you will have the opportunity crafts and all kind of toys to keep your to learn more about the animals and children entertained! Let us know have your picture taken with one as you’re attending our Cordillera Beer

The Clubs of

Cordillera Ranch www.clubsofcordilleraranch.com Visit this site for more information on: Ladies’ Golf Events Sporting Clay Leagues Men’s Golf Events 70 | MArch | April 2010

Tennis Leagues Guided Fishing Excursions Equestrian Activities

cordillera social club www.lifeattheranch.com A website for the residents by the residents.

View this site for more information on these recurring monthly events:

Nature Club Book Club Bridge Club

Men’s Bible Study Cooking Club Movie Night Fine Wine Club Bunco Night

2010

golf calendar

upcoming GOLF events

MArch 12 & 13 MEN’S INTERCLUB MATCH vs. SPANISH OAKS

Format: Individual and Four-Ball Match Play.

Fee: $150 includes golf, carts, food and prizes

March 16 - 18

SPRING BREAK JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC Time: 10am-12pm: Golf Instruction, 12pm-1pm: Lunch Fee: $125 (Includes instruction and lunch per day). Guests may attend on a space available basis for an additional fee.

march 23 - 25

SHORT GAME CLINIC Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm Focus on chipping, pitching, bunkers and putting Fee: $75 total or $25 per session

March 27 & 28 FOURTH ANNUAL 2009 CORDILLERA CUP

Format: Ryder Cup Format (Four-Ball, Four-Some and Singles) Entry Fee: $125 - Includes food, tee-gifts and prizes.

Friday night Pairings Party 5:00pm – 7:00pm

April 3

BLOCKBUSTER DEMO DAY – Come and try the hottest and best golf equipment available in the industry! Companies represented include Taylor Made, Callway, Titleist, Cobra, Ping, Nike, Adams, Cleveland and more. Special discounts apply to all merchandise purchased that day. We are also offering you a chance to do some serious “spring cleaning.” A representative will be on hand with specific trade-in values for your old equipment.

This is a great way to try new products, get fit properly, purchase equipment at a great price and trade-in your old clubs.

april 11

THE MASTER’S COUPLES TOURNAMENT – Format: One Net Best-Ball of the couple Entry Fee: $75 includes tee-gifts, food and prizes. Shotgun: Join us for a special event where we honor the greatest golf tournament in the world with fast greens, Master’s memorabilia for prizes and great Southern style food. We will have a big screen TV to watch the tournament following play and great drink specials. Remember: “The tournament doesn’t start until the back 9 on Sunday!”

april 16 - 18

MEN’S MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP – Format: Individual match play flighted by handicap. Players guaranteed two matches.

Entry Fee: $75

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in the news

Here’s a list of some of the Cordillera Ranch Family who have been in the news recently. Congratulations!

Danny Benavidez and Mark Wohlfarth’s company, the Sabinal Group, was recently named one of “The Top 50 Private Companies” by the San Antonio Business Journal. The Sabinal Group provides professional general contracting services, design build projects and construction administration for commercial projects in the San Antonio area.

Ginny Thompson, owner of State Farm Insurance in Boerne, was named the Businesswoman of the Year by the Boerne Chamber of Commerce at their annual gala in January. Ginny was our feature story in the January/February 2009 issue of Cordillera Ranch Living. To view that issue go to www. cordilleraranchliving.com and click on “Past Issues”

Key Contact List: Visitors Center – 830-336-3570 Cordillera Ranch Sales Staff – 830-336-3570 Tracy Harris - 210-240-5840 - tharris@cordilleraranch.com Kevin Best - 210-260-5111 - kbest@cordilleraranch.com Gary Peterson - 210-365-7565 - gpeterson@cordilleraranch.com Rick Grimes - 210-818-2882 - rgrimes@cordilleraranch.com Property Owner’s Association Mike Sheridan - 830-336-3570 msheridan@cordilleraranch.com Architectural Review Committee Valerie Shaw - 830-336-3570 vshaw@cordilleraranch.com

Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Club Receptionist – 830-336-9000 General Manager – Monty Becton 830-336-4024, mbecton@cordilleraranch.com Food & Beverage Director – Patrick Connell 830-336-9000 ext. 214, pconnell@cordilleraranch.com Director of Membership Sales – Rod Boyle 830-336-3544, rboyle@cordilleraranch.com Event Manager – Carlos Araiza 830-336-9000 ext. 213 caraiza@cordilleraranch.com Director of Golf – Marc DeWall 830-336-4653, mdewall@cordilleraranch.com Outdoor Director (Rod/Gun/River Clubs) – Shane Reynolds 830-336-4823, sreynolds@cordilleraranch.com

Cordillera Ranch is now providing updates on twitter. Visit us at www.twitter.com/CordilleraRanch to get frequent updates about Cordillera Ranch.

If you know of someone in the community who does something newsworthy please email it to

magazine@cordilleraranch.com.

Tennis Pro – Glenn Barton 830-336-4660, gbarton@cordilleraranch.com Equestrian Manager – Kassandra Leachman 830-336-4660, kleachman@cordilleraranch.com Activities Manager – Lindsey Minarcik 830-336-4823, lminarcik@cordilleraranch.com

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Realty We know how to sell Cordillera Ranch!

In the last 210 days we’ve sold:

102 Summer Glen 44 Granadilla 194 Augusta

103 Starwood 117 Legend Hollow 75 Winged Foot

19 Persimmon 335 Park Ridge 347 Park Ridge

586 Clubs Drive 1626 Cordillera Trace

This is more than $11.35 million in home sales in the last seven months!

Who do you want helping you buy or sell in Cordillera Ranch?

www.cordilleraranchrealty.com 830.336.3570

117 riverwood $669,900

3,328 Square Feet

This traditional Hill Country home nestled on a gorgeous 2.82 acre lot with great privacy. No detail has been overlooked from the large cedar beams, travertine/wood floors, interior rock detail, and open floor plan make this a must see in Cordillera! This home comes with the right to purchase a Master Full Golf Membership.

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3 bedroom 2 baths with 2 half baths Travertine & Wood floors throughout Large open gourmet kitchen 100% hill country stone and stucco Standing seam metal roof Large cedar beams in family room & kitchen Large front and back porches Granite countertops in kitchen & master bath Private gated entry Full Golf Membership Available

www.CordilleraRanchRealty.com | 830.336.3570

206 riverwood $1,095,000

+/- 5,037 Square Feet

This is the finest Thornton Custom home with a Golf Membership available & custom pool/spa; Vintage Island Pine wood floors and stained concrete floors; custom blown glass light fixtures; granite/marble; Pella Windows and doors; Alder wood cabinets & doors; commercial style kitchen including Sub Zero, Wolf double oven & Viking gas cooktop with custom copper vent; wine and separate drink refrigerator; Lutron Lighting & central vac; allergen sensitive filtering.

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Two story 4 bdrm 3.5 baths with 3 car garage Vintage island pine wood and stained concrete floors throughout Custom alder cabinets and granite countertops Custom blown light fixtures & doors Stainless steal wolf and sub zero appliances

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Pella windows and rustic wood beams Split master with library, study and exercise room Lutron lighting & central vacuum.

Allergen sensitive filtering Custom pool and spa with outdoor fire pit Located on 3.15 Acres Master Golf Membership Available

114 riverwood $675,000

+/- 3,455 Square Feet

This beautifully appointed hill country home sits among the richly developed area of Riverwood in Cordillera Ranch. The open floor plan includes a gourmet kitchen with 3 ovens, gas cook top range, stainless appliances, wine grotto all overlooking the great room with a full height rock fireplace. The outdoor kitchen and back porch leads to the secluded pool/spa area.

• 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath with 3 car garage • Located in an area providing central water and sewer service • Open floor plan with chefs kitchen & breakfast bar overlooking the great & breakfast room • Gourmet kitchen includes 3 ovens, gas cook top range, stainless appliances, center island & wine grotto • Great room overlooks the outdoor entertainment area & is accented with a full height rock fireplace

• The stately study includes beautiful built-ins & hard wood floors • The spacious master suite includes separate closets & a exercise nursery room • The outdoor kitchen & living area is perfect for entertaining • The pool/spa area looks over the secluded oak covered back property • Nestled among the oaks on a 2.51 acre tract

147 riverwood $1,399,000

+/- 5,224 Square Feet

Burdick & Christofilis sophisticated hill country architecture combined with quality workmanship and attention to detail in this expansive 1 story on 2.63 acres within walking distance of Guadalupe and Swede Creek Park.

Price includes custom designed pool and spa.

• 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath • Handsome Study just steps from master suite • Master suite w/views, luxurious • Outdoor Living area with grill bath, dual closets & flex room • Handsome study just steps from • Interior masonry walls, columns & accents with rustic stained timber master suite • Spacious Kitchen w/island, Subzero beams, moldings & doors • Italian, chiseled edge travertine & Wolf appliances opening to flooring 19X19 Family area & breakfast • 3 car garage nook with seamless glass • Large hidden pantry plus butlers • Master Golf Membership Available with wet bar • Est. completion Feb. 2010

www.CordilleraRanchRealty.com | 830.336.3570

344 park ridge $1,985,000

7,830 Square Feet

This elegant but comfortable family home offers privacy and incredible 30 mile views. There are lots of entertaining spaces, including a media room, large kitchen that opens into the family room, outdoor porches upstairs and down with a wood burning fireplace and a pool complex with summer kitchen.

• 6 bedrooms, 5 full baths and 1 half bath • Luxurious master suite with sitting area and fireplace • Elegant country kitchen with sitting bar that opens to the family room • Second floor has 4 bedrooms, game/media room, children’s study/play room, exercise room and large balcony • Handsome flagstone and wood floors with 2 wood burning and 2 gas fireplaces • Sprawling outdoor veranda with fireplace and separate pool area with Casita and kitchen • Incredible 30 mile views • All of this on a secluded 9.98 acre hilltop • Full Golf Membership Available

192 riverwood $1,199,000

4,567 Square Feet

This beautiful home built by Stadler Custom Homes with a unique floor plan on 2.17 acres located less than ½ mile from the breathtaking 62+ acre private Guadalupe River park in Cordillera Ranch.

• 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms • 3 car garage with overhead storage • Stunning views from the front terrace off upstairs game room • Front courtyard with views from home office • Back covered patio with views from master suite, living room & dining room • Gourmet kitchen with granite counters and island • Fabulous outdoor living with kitchen & double sided fireplace • Custom built in wet bar • Beautiful Texas Hill Country landscaping • The price includes a Full Golf Membership ($60,000 value!)

106 arroyo $1,295,000 4,332 Sq. Ft. + 700 Sq. Ft. Bonus Room

A beautiful French Country architecture combined with quality workmanship and great floor plan nestled on 2.4 acres.

• 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathrooms, with 3 car garage • Awesome open floor plan with high ceilings, beam trusses, elegant moldings & cabinetry • Chefs kitchen with stainless appliances & gas cook top • Beautiful wood flooring & 4 interior fireplaces • Designer lighting & plumbing fixtures • Outdoor fireplace & kitchen overlooking the pool/spa area for year around entertaining • +/-700 square foot bonus room with full bath & kitchen/bar over the 3-car garage • Secluded 2.4 acre cul-de-sac property

www.CordilleraRanchRealty.com | 830.336.3570

40 sunriver $1,190,000 4,256 Square Feet + 1,000 Square Foot Casita

Immaculate Mediterranean style home nestled among many oaks on this 4.8 acre homesite. Enjoy the Texas Hill Country with the sprawling porches and outdoor kitchen.

• 4 bedroom, 4 full baths • Oversized 3 car garage • Elegant, modern gourmet kitchen • Travertine & wood floors throughout • Large, open family room • Sprawling outdoor living areas with outdoor kitchen & fireplace • Spacious master bedroom with wood floors, walk in closet, jetted tub, walk in shower & dual sinks • Additional acreage available next to this property • 1,000 square foot casita that can be used as a workshop or guesthouse • Full Golf Membership Available

320 park ridge $729,900

3,975 Square Feet

Nestled quietly near the entrance of Cordillera Ranch, this 3975 sq. ft. family home sits on 3.64 acres of kid friendly terrain. Compare and contrast this recently renovated estate and you would be hard pressed to find a better value.

• Secluded estate on quiet street • Two master bedrooms and 5 full baths • 3.64 acres of flat terrain with oak trees • Formal dining room with siiting area • Family room with views of spacious backyard • A great office study • Huge porches • Wood burning fireplace • Private downstairs master with outside entrance • Beautiful staircase • Children’s crow’s nest • Ranch membership available for purchase

3383 rio cordillera $1,399,000

4,730 Sq. Ft. + 717 Sq. Ft. Casita

This beautiful custom home by Burdick & Christofilis sits among the oaks and is on 5.43 horse friendly acres. Enjoy a private setting from the covered patio overlooking the pool with an outdoor kitchen.

• 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bath, 3 car garage • Detached casita with full kitchen, living, separate bedroom & fireplace with 1 car garage • Thermador professional stainless steel appliances including a 6 burner-griddle cook top, double ovens, warming drawer & 48” built-in • Elegant slate, wood & travertine flooring • 180 bottle built-in wine cooler • Sound system is throughout the house & outdoor kitchen • Outdoor kitchen with DCS grill & fireplace • Media room with HP projector & 96” screen • Keith Zars Pool with pebble-tec finish & automated salt water system • Full Golf Membership Available

www.CordilleraRanchRealty.com | 830.336.3570

107 Valley knoll

New Home

$649,000

3,271 Square Feet

A great NEW home in Cordillera Ranch. This home offers a very “liveable” floor plan on a 3.51 acre lot featuring great privacy. The hill country style home features a very high level of finishes and is the best price value of any new home in Cordillera Ranch.

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105 Lonesome Dove $999,900

4,332 Sq. Ft.

This home has it all!! Chef’s kitchen w/dbl ovens, warming drawer, gas cooktop w/ grill/ griddle, Sub-Zero/Kohler pasta/steamer and granite counters. Detached garage with full guest quarters or optional home office. Complete woodworking shop ready for use.

Beautiful pool and outdoor entertaining area complete with outdoor kitchen and fireplace.

• 4 Bedrooms 4.5 baths with 4 car garage • Gourmet kitchen with gorgeous granite counters, stainless appliances & Sub Zero refrigerator • Detached guest house with full kitchen, living, and separate bedroom.

• Outdoor fireplace & kitchen overlooking the pool/spa area for year around entertaining • Wood and Slate floors in main living areas • Beautiful Texas Hill Country landscaping • Spacious master bedroom with fireplace • Located on 3.65 acres

84 River crossing $875,000

New Home 4,462 Square Feet

This gorgeous Texas Hill Country style home on 2.06 acres is a great combination of form and function.

• 4 bedroom 4.5 baths with 3 car garage • Travertine tile in main living area • Handscraped wood flooring in dining room and study • Large back porch with outdoor kitchen • Kitchen features granite countertops, separate pantry and butler’s pantry

• Large open gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Custom knotty alder cabinets • 100% hill country stone and stucco • Standing seam metal roof • LP gas for cooktop, outdoor grill & fireplace

www.CordilleraRanchRealty.com | 830.336.3570

325 park ridge $2,049,000

5,953 Square Feet

This Burdick & Christofilis model home lacks nothing. The 3.38 acre estate features fantastic views of the hill country from the spacious outdoor living area.

• 4 bedroom suites, including a downstairs guest suite & 3 car garage • Luxurious master suite with circular spa, sauna, coffee bar & private exercise room • Elegant country kitchen with gourmet touches including Wolf stainless steel oven, hidden super-sized pantry & cabinets galore • A secluded 2nd floor casita with a kitchenette & optional separate entry • Handsome burgundy hued library lined with hardwood shelves & white marble fireplace • Sprawling outdoor living area offers multiple sitting areas with sound system, flat screen TV’s and fireplace • Remote control bug screen completes the outdoor living area & makes it a joy to entertain • Separate office/guest suite off the outdoor living offers privacy when working from home or a guest’s retreat complete with full bath • Full Golf Membership Available

1205 cordillera trace $1,399,000

5,203 Square Feet

Located on 5.46 acres in the heart of Cordillera Ranch. Interior features include: scored & stained concrete floors, Marvin wood windows, large wood beams & natural limestone rock details, open kitchen with island, stainless double ovens, granite counters; clay tile roof, 623sf +/- outdoor living complete with grill & sink. Four bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath, 3 car garage, upstairs game room/media room.

• 4 bedroom suites, including a downstairs guest suite & 3 car garage • Elegant country kitchen with built in Subzero refrigerator & 6-burner Wolf cook top • Fabulous architectural wood beams & natural limestone rock details • Spacious master suite, walk in shower, double vanities & large walk-in closet • Sprawling outdoor living area with outdoor kitchen • Knotty Alder & Maple cabinets

25 augusta $2,995,000

7,300 Square Feet

This Stadler Custom Home was featured as the “WOAI Concept Home.”

The ultimate entertainment home on more than 1.5 acres overlooking the 15th tee box on the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course.

• 4 bedroom, 4 ½ bath, with 3 car garage • Enormous gourmet kitchen features Miele appliances & an abundance of counter space • Coffee bar in master bathroom • Two-sided salt water aquarium visual in both study & entry way • The ultimate outdoor living area with a fireplace, cascading waterfall pool, hot tub & a full outdoor kitchen • State of the art Zenpanion electronic/audio/visual home automation system • Private outdoor putting green • Golf simulator room & golf cart garage • Numerous water features • Full Golf Membership Available

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Cordillera Ranch Realty Homes for Sale 1 - 320 Park Ridge 2 - 25 Augusta 3 - 344 Park Ridge 4 - 206 Riverwood 5 - 325 Park Ridge 6 - 117 Riverwood 7 - 3383 Rio Cordillera 8 - 147 Riverwood 9 - 106 Arroyo 10 - 114 Riverwood 11 - 192 Riverwood 12 - 107 Valley Knoll 13 - 40 Sunriver 14 - 84 River Crossing 15 - 105 Lonesome Dove 16 - 1205 Cordillera Trace

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