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Bella Colinas

Photo courtesy of Meritage Homes
Photo courtesy of Meritage Homes

Mary Lynne Gibbs and the Gibbs Team are very well aware that affordable luxury living is getting harder and harder to find in the Lakeway and Lake Travis areas.  Therefore, we wanted to make sure our clients, friends and neighbors knew about the neighborhood of Bella Colinas that is a diamond among the queens jewels.

Bella Colinas is a Meritage Homes community located just west of Highway 620 off of Highway 71 to the left on Vail Divide and is not far past NitroSwim.  In addition, the Hill Country Galleria is only approximately three miles away.

This new home community with prices ranging from the $300’s and up is still building out, but definitely selling quickly due to the high demand for real estate in the Austin area.

Bella Colinas is nestled among large trees and sits within the rolling Texas hill country.  The community is perfect for anyone who loves the outdoors and amenities include a community center, neighborhood pool, hike and bike trails, soccer fields, playground and park.

Additionally, some of the features for home sites are wooded lots, backing up to a greenbelt or hill country views.

Meritage Homes makes energy efficiency available in every home they build and are committed to providing their customers with energy and money saving attributes including spray foam insulation, Energy Star® Appliances, Energy Star® Programmable Thermostats. Low-E3 Vinyl windows, SEER 14 HVAC , dual-flush toilets and many more.

If you have any questions about Bella Colinas or real estate, please contact Mary Lynne Gibbs at 512.431.2403 or austinluxurybroker@gmail.com.  It would be an honor to earn your business!

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Top 10 Austin Area Farmers Markets

164The weather might be acting like a mighty roller coaster at Six Flags, but it is springtime, nonetheless!

Therefore, the farmers markets around town are back in full swing with produce, meats, poultry, dairy products, breads, live music, entertainment, jewelry and much more.

Each market has their own list of vendors, but they are all local farmers with many amazing wares to sell!  Plus, it is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and learn from the growers themselves what is in season and the health benefits of eating local!

The Gibbs Team Top 10 Farmers Markets include:

SFC Farmers Markets Downtown (9-1) on Saturdays. Located at 400 West Guadalupe Street— Republic Square Park.

Barton Creek Farmers Market (9-1) on Saturdays.  Located in the parking lot of Barton Creek Mall.

Hope Farmers Market (11-3) on Sundays.  Located at East 5th and Comal.

Highland Mall Farmers Market (10-2) on Sundays.  Located in the parking lot of the old Highland Mall on Airport Blvd.

Lone Star Farmers Market (10-2) on Sundays.  Located at 12611 Shops Pkwy, Bee Cave, TX.

Mueller’s Farmers Market (10-2) on Sundays.  Located at Mueller’s historic Browning Hangar off Airport Boulevard.

6701 Burnet Road Market (9-1) on Saturdays. Located at 6701 Burnet Road.  The flea market is open on Saturdays from 9-3.

Great Hills Open Air Market (10-2) on Sundays.  Located at 10000 Research Blvd. at the Arboretum.

Austin Urban Farmers Market (11-3) on Saturdays. Located at 4507 Manchaca Road.

Cedar Park Farmers Market (9-1) on Saturdays.  Located in the parking lot of Lakeline Mall.

We encourage you to take advantage of the farmers markets around Austin!  You’ll eat fresh, get exercise and be glad you did!

If you or someone you know is interested in buying or selling real estate, please contact Mary Lynne Gibbs at 512.431.2403 or austinluxurybroker@gmail.com.  It would be an honor to earn your business!

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April Festivities

iphone pics 486The month of April always brings a flurry of activity to the Austin area.

Not only is winter a thing of the past, but April also has some of the best weather that Austin sees all year long.  It’s no wonder people want to get outdoors and explore!

With this in mind, The Gibbs Team thought you might like to know what events are happening in our area that you can check out during your free time.  This list is by no means complete, but we have definitely picked our favorites!

13th Annual Lonestar Round Up (April 3-5) – This car show features vintage hot rods and custom cars amid live music at the Travis County Exposition Center.  www.lonestarroundup.com

Society of Architectural Historians 67th Annual Conference (April 9) – Historians from around the world meet to discuss new research, present ideas and network at the Hyatt Regency Austin.  www.sah.org/2014

MOTOGP™ (April 11-13) – A three day motorcycle racing event at the Circuit of Americas. www.circuitoftheamericas.com/motogp/

Art City Austin (April 12-13) – This art festival is a unique blend of art and block party to make sure residents and visitors have a great time!  The event takes place along Cesar Chavez Street and the 2ND Street District. www.artallianceaustin.org/art-city

Fusebox Festival (April 16-27) – This hybrid arts festival combines theater, dance, film, music, literature, visual and culinary arts.  www.fuseboxfestival.com

Austin Reggae Festival (April 18-20) – This festival features amazing music, food, arts and crafts at Auditorium Shores.  The event raises funds for the Capital Area Food Bank.  www.austinreggaefest.com

Austin Food & Wine Festival (April 25-27) – Presented by FOOD & WINE Magazine, this festival features top chef talent, sommeliers and wine makers from across the nation and is held at Butler Park.  www.austinfoodandwinefestival.com

2014 Parade of Homes (April 26-May 11) – The Parade of Homes is presented by the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin and showcases five homes in Willie Nelson’s Tierra Vista on the Pedernales River.  www.paradeofhomesaustin.com

Eeyore’s Birthday Party (April 26) – This Austin original is a fundraiser to benefit non-profit groups in Austin and includes food, drinks and entertainment at Pease District Park.

The Gibbs Team hopes you enjoy all that the Austin area has to offer.  Please do not hesitate to contact us if you or someone you know is interested in buying or selling real estate.  We can be reached at 512.431.2403 or austinluxurybroker@gmail.com.

It would be an honor to earn your business!

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5108 McCormick Mountain Drive

Discover this hidden treasure at 5108 McCormick Mountain Dr. in Travis Landing (MLS #6501219) that offers fabulous views of the Texas Hill Country and Lake Travis for only $399,000!

Professionally listed by Mary Lynne Gibbs with Keller Williams Realty, 5108 McCormick Mountain Dr. is a lovely four bedroom, two bathroom home with 2292 square feet and sits on over a half acre lot that is richly laden with trees.

The windows in this home are precisely placed throughout its entirety for the optimal views of the gorgeous landscape.

When you walk into 5108 McCormick Mountain Dr., you will find the first floor has a welcoming foyer, a large living area and three sizable bedrooms that share a full bathroom.

Travel up the wood stairs and you will realize the kitchen, breakfast area, living room and master suite are situated perfectly on the second floor for the best views in the home!  It’s an upside down house!!

The master suite is a real gem with its large attached bathroom that offers his and her sinks, a large corner shower and a corner garden tub that is flanked with windows that overlook the fabulous hill country.  You can also step out onto your own private deck off of the master bedroom for rest and relaxation at its best!

Every room and fixture in 5108 McCormick Mountain Dr. is positioned exquisitely for ideal service, function and pleasure!

Moreover, the kitchen is decked out with beautiful white cabinets that have plenty of storage and stainless steel appliances.  You will also find that wood floors are throughout the kitchen and upstairs living area, while brand new carpet adorns the bedrooms and downstairs living area.

Additionally, 5108 McCormick Mountain Dr. has other upgrades including a tankless water heater, rain water collection barrel and updated fixtures.

With the location of 5108 McCormick Mountain Dr. being in Travis Landing, there is no HOA and residents are slated to go to the highly acclaimed Lake Travis ISD.

If you are interested in this home or others, please do not hesitate to call Mary Lynne Gibbs at 512.431.2403 or email her at austinluxurybroker@gmail.com.  It would be an honor to earn your business!