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BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT home in Canyon Lake

LAKE VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM! This home was

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CANYON LAKE - A great location backing onto a ranch,

CANYON LAKE WATERFRONT located right

METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED custom built 2347 SF

with easy stroll to gazebo at water’s edge. Relax and enjoy all that Canyon Lake has to offer with gorgeous lake views from almost every room and both decks!

3/2.5 and 2 living areas in main house + large 24x18 room (man cave, guest qtrs, GR) with full bath over Stephana Tiller det 2 car garage. Att tandem garage for cars. $745,000 210-287-0665

new home has the kitchen Emeril dreamed of, the pool paradise that transports you and your guests to that little island beach & garage wet bar from Margaritaville!

2 master ensuites on main floor. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths gameroom area upstairs. Perfect front porch swing! Steve & Betty Giannone Call Betty and Steve for a private tour.

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next to boat ramp #8! Build your dream home on this .77 acre lot with expansive scenic views of Canyon Lake. MLS#304761. $159,000

Kathy Martinez 361-455-3295

designed to let you live at the lake! Fabulous upgrades and finishings including a 2 sided fireplace, expansive decks. Gently lived in weekender, it’s better than new!

Outdoor kitchen, oversized garage for your lake toys.

Minutes from boat ramp or marina, this neighborhood Steve & Betty Giannone offers great amenities as well. Give us a call.

512-751-2628

great floor plan, curb appeal, perfect size, it’s what you’ve been looking for! Gorgeous finish outs & that Magnolia Silo feel we all want! Losaw builders is one of the highest regarded in the area. Just min from boat ramps, grocery shopping & several restaurants. Venture a mere 20 min Steve & Betty Giannone to Gruene, Wimberley & all the music, crafts & social life.

512-751-2628

home on nearly 2 acres. Features you would expect in much higher priced homes. 9-11’ ceilings thru-out.

Open flowing floor plan with formal dining, private den/office area. Granite counters, custom backsplash.

Wood/gas FP with hand picked and finished mantel.

Backs up to 275 acre nature preserve. $330,000

Steve Crisp

830-832-0257

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156 Canyon Bend • Canyon Lake TX 78133

HILL COUNTRY LIVING AT IT’S FINEST

830-227-5009

QUALITY HOME built by reputable local company on a full acre,

level in gated community. 3/2, open floor plan, large master with private patio, self standing tub/sep walk-in shower, nice sized secondary bdrms, wood laminate, travertine tile, granite counters, SS appl’s, Trave HVAC, 30 year roof. No city taxes. $284,900

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GREAT OPEN FLOOR PLAN • HUGE BACKYARD

BRAND NEW quality built Sunny Circle Home in a great lakeside neighborhood. Built with features found in much higher priced homes. Granite, stainless appl’s, 12MM flooring, 30 year roof, Trane HVAC and more. Walking distance to boat ramps 6 & 7.

Neighborhood park, pool, playground, tennis courts. $174,900

BRAND NEW quality Sunny Circle Home on a fantastic lot in convenient Southside location. 9’ ceilings and open floor plan give this home a much roomier feel than actual square footage.

Nice finish out including granite countertops, stainless appl’s, upgraded wood laminate flooring. Parklike backyard. $168,900

OVERSIZED LOT • PLENTY OF ROOM FOR BOAT/RV

GRANITE • STAINLESS • WALK-IN SHOWER • TRANE HVAC

QUALITY & ATTENTION to detail is evident in this new Sunny Circle Home. Open plan, 9’ ceilings, nice finish. Granite counters, stainless appl’s, large walk-in shower in master bath to name a few. Located in convenient Northside neighborhood. Walking distance to the lake. Large lot. 10 year builder warranty. $234,900

NEW CONSTRUCTION with January 2018 completion date.

Quality built,10 year warranty. 1500 SF 3/2, full width cov’d front porch. Higher end finish granite, stainless, wood laminate and tile flooring, Trane HVAC and more. Convenient Northside location.

Min from boat ramps, schools, shopping & dining. $219,000

STEVE CRISP 830-832-0257 scrisp@gvtc.com

GREAT FLOOR PLAN • HUGE GARAGE • CONVENIENT TO ALL

THIS ONE LITERALLY HAS IT ALL! Quality built open floor plan with nice finish out, huge living and dining area. Very nice master suite with freestanding tub and sep walk-in shower. On large .68 acre lot with great 20x30 detached garage. Perfect for vehicles plus water toys. Convenient Northside location. 10 year warranty. $264,900

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TABLE of CONTENTS January 2018

COVER FEATURE

The Real Estate Guide for The Texas Hill Country Blanco, Boerne, Bulverde, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, San Marcos, Seguin, Wimberley & Neighboring Communities

The DeSoto................................................8

REAL ESTATE Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Anderson Properties..................................6 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Don Johnson, Realtors®......................2,3,4 Keller Williams Heritage.........................12 RE/MAX River Cities..............................11 River Canyon Realty....................................7 River Cliff Homes...................................1,8 Stone Water Real Estate...........................13 Sunny Circle Homes..................................4 Weichert Realtors, Corwin & Assoc...14,15

River Cities

OTHER SERVICES Arrange Virtual Staging...........................10 Movement Mortgage...............................14 Northside Crane.......................................10 OnQ Financial.........................................15

NORTHSIDE CRANE

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orgeous home nestled on 9.5 acres among the trees on a hillside in Oak Hill Estates. Large family room with a fireplace, beautifully crafted bookshelves/entertainment center and a breathtaking view from a large balcony that reaches around 3 sides of the home. Huge gameroom that overlooks a beautifully updated kitchen with large island. Outside is an oasis with a beach entry pool, spa, rock waterfall, guest house and large patio for entertaining. Also, a huge workshop, perfect for a business and much more. $1,200,000

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Marty Chrisman

Amber Staton

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16740 FM 306 Canyon Lake TX 78133

830-515-4698

IF YOU WANT TO LIVE in a lovely home in a truly beautiful place,

CANYON LAKE CONDO with view. 2 bdrm and 2 bath condo on first floor. Older but well maintained. Beautiful view of Canyon Lake.

Small complex. Pool and deck surrounded by oak trees. Maint. fees incl. water, trash service, common areas. $124,900. MLS#327272

VIEWS OF THE LAKE from almost every room of this inviting 2

WELL MAINTAINED DOUBLEWIDE in desirable gated Valero Estates. Open and split floor plan. Enjoy living here and having a place for your RV too. Good size storage building too. $135,000

ONE OF TWO NEW HOMES built by Jeff Walne Construction by Design. Unique floor plan. 3/2/2 with a very private backyard. March move in.

1523 SF. $225,000

GREAT FLOOR PLAN! 3/2/2 with plenty of features

this is your home. Horseshoe Falls is on the Guadalupe River and near Canyon Lake too. Open plan, laminate flooring, solid counters, SS appl’s. Master down. Heavily wooded. $350,000. MLS#326643

story. Large office with built-in desk and shelves. Big utility room and oversized lower level bdrm that could be used as gamerm.

Heated floors. Master bdrm balcony. $323,900. MLS#332312

you and your family will appreciate. New home by Jeff Walne - Construction by Design. 1418 SF. Ready in March. $239,000

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Stained concrete floors. Ready for move in early February.

Outstanding view to rear. 3/2. 1564 SF. $212,500

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Easy care stained concrete. 1564 SF. Each house listed at $209,900. Ready for move in early February.

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tunning, contemporary 2501 SF transitional style home embraces comfort with a timeless modern twist. This popular look borrows the clean lines and simplistic nature that defines contemporary design. Our Texas modern 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers tons of closet and storage space inside and out! Study for a home office or flex space. Open floor plan, fabulous open kitchen with huge granite bar overseeing the living room with walnut beams and a wall for your 60” TV above 60” electric fireplace! The master bath is a must see with a large walk-in shower and free standing tub. Modern, bright interiors integrated with a Hill Country style exterior! Enjoy country living with this timeless beauty in Gaudalupe County on 1.478 acre with no city taxes and in the highly rated Marion ISD.

All of Our Homes Include: • Split floor plans • Open kitchen to living area • Open sheetrock shelving • Wood entertainment walls with walnut bench • Walnut custom cabinets • Stained and/or honed concrete flooring • White subway tile • 5 lite Mahogany entry door • Stucco or Hardiplank with stone • Cedar beams and posts • 16” O.C. walls/rafters • Zip panel framing system and BIB insulation

Greg & Karen Payne, Owners River Cliff Homes is a principled, reputable building firm with a stellar reputation in the community with our current and past client builds. We seek to work with the best suppliers and subcontractors in our area and expect fair and honest pricing from them. Our goal is to pass these costs on to our clients. We believe everyone should build at least one custom home in their lifetime and we want that experience to be a happy and rewarding event for the homeowner.

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MUST SEE! STUNNING MEDITERRANEAN OASIS is an unbelievable 9.4644 acres.

Luxurious 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath estate built on the Gaudalupe River is a paradise at it’s best.

Magnificent waterfront residence graced by 23’+ soaring ceilings, wall to wall windows is a haven for gazing at the river from multiple vantage points. Grand entryway with sweeping staircase, voluminous layout made for entertaining. Open floor plan encompasses gourmet kitchen that flows through dining room, formal living and breakfast room. $1,850,000. Call Priscilla Navarrette 830-660-9907

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Becky Bradbury

PDATED KITCHEN AND NEW PAINT completed October 2017! Two stunning homes in sought after neighborhood on very secluded cul-de-sac. Entertain friends and family in your own private backyard resort with custom pool, including waterfalls and slide, extra large hot tub and multiple covered outdoor living spaces all surrounded by lush landscaping.

Private front courtyard with key pad entry for security. Guest house built in 2012 includes high end furnishings, full kitchen and 2 car garage. Impressive estate.

Becky1Realtor@gmail.com $1,300,000. Call Becky Bradbury 830-660-2357

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LUXURY HILL COUNTRY HOME built by award winning Omni Custom Homes, sits up high on the hill giving exceptional views of the blue waters of Canyon Lake and the hills beyond. This single story beauty boasts stone and stucco masonry, 2x6 interior wall studs, metal roof, 2 gas fireplaces, 2 HVAC 15 SEER Trane, engineered hardwoods, 10-12 foot ceilings, 2 garages for 4 cars. Outdoor living area. Gated community with infinity pool, access to the lake and nature preserve. Owner is a licensed Real Estate Agent. $729,000. Call Gaynell Romero 830-312-2812

SUPERIOR CUSTOM BUILT HOME with Hill Country and Canyon Lake views is ready for new owners. This beautifully designed home is located in gated Las Brisas subdivision where you can enjoy the lake views from multiple levels. The open floor plan features gourmet kitchen with gas cooktop, convection oven, built-in microwave, large island, custom cabinets, granite countertops and much more. Two master bedrooms, each have a balcony overlooking the lake. Office could be 5th bedroom. $529,900. Call Gaynell Romero 830-312-2812

THIS 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH split floor plan home is a rare find on 1.091 acres in Canyon Lake Forest. Living room has built-ins, wood burning fireplace and high ceilings. Great office space overlooking backyard. Oversized master bedroom has 2 closets, large master bath and exterior door to back deck where you can enjoy privacy with all the mature trees. Lot also has RV pad for your traveling guest. Close to golf course, pool and boat launch. $254,900. Call Gaynell Romero 830-312-2812

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Herb Young Owner/Broker

Cell 830.708.6547 www.StoneWater-RE.com

Herb@StoneWater-RE.com www.HillCountryLandMan.com

325 Brock Street • Canyon Lake, TX 78133

BLANCO COUNTY ESTATE! “Wildly peaceful, country elegance”

CANYON LAKE WATERFRONT! This is arguably one of the

sums up this beautifully crafted custom 3/3.5/3 home on 31 pristine acres near Blanco. Fully irrigated vineyard and orchard and 2/1 guest cabin! Don’t miss this one! Priced at $1,133,000. MLS#321551

best if not THE best lakeside lots on Canyon Lake. Huge oaks, gentle slope and great views make this 6.82 acre tract in the Peninsula at Mystic Shores a bargain at $499,900! MLS#217944

NEW HOME! This is another fine home by David Barr builder!

CANYON LAKE - 3/2 on a .344 acre oak studded lot now under construction! High ceilings, tile throughout and a completion date mid spring 2018! 1450 SF for ONLY $158,900! MLS#332632

CORDOVA BEND - 8+ acres located in a lakeside gated

NORTH SIDE CANYON LAKE! This 1623 SF 3/2/2 home features covered deck, custom cabinets, granite tops, open plan with high ceilings, on quiet cul-de-sac lot! Priced to move at $259,900! MLS#324371

MYSTIC SHORES HOMESITE of 1.1 acres located in area with

CANYON LAKE VIEW from river to dam on this 3.12 acre homesite in the prestigious Peninsula at Mystic Shores! Only $250,000! MLS#326413

Featuring open plan with custom cabinets, granite tops, tile throughout and high ceilings. This 3/2/2 home will be completed late February. Only $259,900! MLS#330575

community! Lake access through property owner park will allow you to live where you play! Don’t miss it! $258,900. MLS#309021

1800 SF minimum! Mystic Shores is an amenity packed lakeside community! Only $29,900! MLS#331107

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SAVINGS FOR BOTH BUYERS & SELLERS!

www.WCorwin.com 133 N. Seguin Avenue New Braunfels TX 78130 (across from court house)

830-632-5725

VETERAN OWNED & OPERATED Joe Corwin

Broker/Owner U.S. Air Force (Retired)

210-792-8589 Joe@JoeCorwin.com

Chad Barton

U. S. Navy (Veteran)

830-312-0313 Chad@wcorwin.com

CANYON LAKE - Over 4 acres with new custom home with great views of the lake. Build to suit home and can change floor plan to your needs. $489,000

19+ ACRES IN BULVERDE WITH 2 HOMES -

Lots of development potential. Hill top property.

Limestone house and mother-in-law guest house! Newly remodeled kitchen. $889,950

Michael Jackson 813-918-4031 Michael@wcorwin.com AGENT OF THE MONTH AGENT OF THE YEAR

Tiffani Boren 210-288-2750 Tiffani@wcorwin.com

BEST VALUE - Gorgeous brand new single story home. 4 bedroom, 2 bath and over 1950 SF. Full 2 year warranty, granite countertops, lots of windows. $257,950

BRAND NEW AND BEAUTIFUL - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a 3 car garage. The light and bright kitchen is open to the family room and features a granite island. $287,499

Debra Pastorelli 830-310-4323 Debra@wcorwin.com

Lisa Gafford 512-757-6444 Lisa@wcorwin.com

TURN-KEY TUBING RENTAL BUSINESS with

RIVER ENCLAVE LOT IN NEW BRAUNFELS -

store and warehouse! Guadalupe River frontage property and business. $899,950

Build your dream home a short walk to the river.

Gorgeous lot with large mature trees and short walk to Guadalupe River. $59,950

MYSTIC SHORES / SPRING BRANCH - Over

CANYON LAKE CHARMER - Within 1/2 mile of boat

Lorena Rios 714-926-6592 Lorena@wcorwin.com HABLO ESPAÑOL

Brooke Hubbard

U. S. Coast Guard (Veteran)

413-214-9789 Brooke@wcorwin.com

Mario Olivares 512-214-5137 Mario@wcorwin.com HABLO ESPAÑOL

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11 acres of Hill Country with rolling terrain and mature trees. Water and electric at road and nearby amenities. $120,000

HUGH BLEVINS Loan Officer

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ramp access for Canyon Lake. Beautifully renovated.

Wine cooler, 2 fireplaces. Backyard has 2 buildings for equipment and a shop. Mature trees. $214,950

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Bryan Feltner POPULAR HOME BUILDER - 3 bedrooms and 2 baths is 1800 SF. The kitchen features an island!

Granite countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances. $249,990

HIDDEN GEM IN NEW BRAUNFELS - Beautiful open floor plan. Home within minutes of local shopping centers and restaurants. Sunroom and many extras. $269,950

830-822-0843 Bryan@wcorwin.com

Cheryl Bourgeois 512-667-4259 Cheryl@wcorwin.com

Araceli (Chely) Noriega 830-387-9522

“ON THE HILL” IN NEW BRAUNFELS - Original

owners. Parklike setting with over a half acre parcel in highly sought after neighborhood. Over 20 mature oak trees & possible splitting in to 2 parcels. $399,950

AMAZING CUSTOM HOME ON ACREAGE -

Canyon Lake area. 4 bdrm, 3 bath custom. 8’ doors.

Foam insulation for VERY energy efficient home.

Still time to make changes to floor plan. $399,990

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Cathy Carpenter 830-515-9500

VINTAGE OAKS ESTATES - 1.6 residential acre lot best amenities. Lagoon and Olympic pool, Tuscany design club house, hiking trails plus so much more. $90,000

CANYON LAKE - 7800 SF COMMERCIAL steel bldg

on acre for business. 2 garage doors for easy access to 18 wheeler. Kerosene pump outside. Office with rest room, small kitchen. Possible owner finance. $1,595,000

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Debbie Goodman 970-759-9579

CANYON LAKE LOT - Gated community in the Peninsula. Beautiful lot with spectacular views of the lake & hill country. Awesome amenities including club house, waterfront access, trail, 2 pools, more! $149,000

WALKING DISTANCE TO GUADALUPE RIVER -

Great location! 4 bdrm, 1 bath. Kitchen with brkfst area.

Close to shopping, movies, restaurants and Historic Faust Street Bridge and Guadalupe River. $139,000

210-602-0319

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