Your Guide to Lake Travis, Austin TX
Are you ready for a Texas heat wave?
It won’t be long before school is out in the Lake Travis area and summer (along with the heat) will be upon us.
When you can’t quite put your finger on some good ideas for cooling off because a triple-digit heat wave has melted your brain — we’re here to help.
Here are a few suggestions to help get you on your way to chill.
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Do you know the square footage of your home? Is it right?
There are a lot of different reasons why someone else might want to know the square footage of your home.
The State of Texas uses it so you can pay them property taxes. A contractor helping you with home renovations will use it to bid the job. And if you’re selling your home, this is one of the most popular pieces of information a buyer wants to know.
Here are 4 reasons why you should know your homes square footage — and make sure it’s right!
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The tiny town of Bee Cave may sound new to some, but as Austin experiences growth in all directions, many families are choosing to grab a little slice of heaven just a short drive away from downtown Austin.
If the allure of country life has your eyes turned westward and away from the big city lights, Bee Cave might be the place for you to settle down — just like it was for a few folks a long, long time ago …
It all started when some hardy settlers in the area claimed land as their own in the latter part of the 19th century. One of these early settlers was Dietrich Bohls, who moved to the Bee Caves area in the 1850s in an effort to escape the big city lights of Austin and create a home in which to raise his family.
Ski Shores Cafe, located on Lake Austin, is the perfect spot to experience that laid back, Austin vibe. The casual feel and scenic waterfront location make for a unique local restaurant loved by many.
Hands down, the best way to arrive is via boat while out enjoying a beautiful day on the water. But if that’s not an option for you, either, the scenic drive down winding City Park Road (right off 2222) isn’t a bad alternative. That way you can still feel like you’re on vacation, even if you’re just on your lunch break.
Ski Shores has a long history, starting when it originally opened in 1954. Throughout the years it changed ownership several times and even closed down in December of 2009.
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Being a pet owner is pretty much a part of Lake Travis culture. From pet-friendly hiking trails and multiple dog parks, there’s always a place for you and Fido to explore.
Summer is right around the corner in the Lake Travis area. And it’s going to get hot outside. Dang hot. As a fellow owner of two furry canine friends, I wanted to pass on some reminders for my fellow Lake Travis pet owners as it heats up.
A day doesn’t go by that our dogs aren’t happy to see us. The least we can do is show a little love by helping them stay cool on a hot day.
Here are a few tips to help your dogs stay cool in the Texas heat: