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welcome
t’s been a busy first few months of 2011 as we have been going through a transition in the sales management at Cordillera Ranch. This transition has given me the opportunity to become more involved in the Cordillera Ranch Living magazine over the past couple of issues as well as some of the marketing and sales responsibilities at Cordillera Ranch, in addition to the other projects with which I’m currently involved. In February, we welcomed Barry Denton aboard as the Director of Real Estate Sales for Cordillera Ranch. Barry’s extensive background of real estate sales management, marketing acumen, and appreciation and love of the game of golf make him a great fit. Barry comes here uniquely qualified to understand the Cordillera Ranch community and attest to the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch lifestyle because he was already a property owner and member at Cordillera Ranch. Barry is well-respected in the real estate and golf communities throughout Texas and has hit the ground running full-speed with our sales and marketing team. If you have a minute, feel free to stop by and say hello to Barry. This issue of the magazine is one that highlights a Cordillera Ranch family that has made a tremendous impact in the medical community. The amazing surgeries that Dr. Jimenez and Dr. Barone have performed and operations that they have created have saved lives and have drastically improved the recovery in procedures as daunting as brain surgery on young children. The shared passion they have for their life-changing craft is tangible in this feature story on a family that clearly works hard to provide a beautiful home and environment for their family. They have provided a unique lifestyle to their own family, but they have clearly given a second life to many more families. Lastly, I hope you enjoy the piece on the Cordillera Ranch Shindig. This sometimes-annual event is a keystone social event in the community that is instrumental in raising funds that shape the lives of so many people in Kendall County. Enjoy the read and feel free to send me any ideas for future feature families and stories in Cordillera Ranch.
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table of contents
LIVING PUBLISHERS:
Schooley Media Ventures, LLC/Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation
Contents 8 Welcome Letter 12 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 14 DINING - MEMBER TRADITIONS
16 WINE - TASTINGS & TOURS
SCHOOLEY MEDIA VENTURES, LLC CEO/PRESIDENT
Benjamin D. Schooley ben@smvtexas.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Tamara Hooks
tamara@smvtexas.com CORDILLERA RANCH DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION VICE PRESIDENT: Charlie Hill
cphill@cordilleraranch.com
18 GOLF- TARGETING YOUR WEAKNESSES 22 STAFF PROFILE - GABE GARCIA 24 FITNESS - STICKING WITH THE PROGRAM 30 COVER STORY - COMMITTED TO CARING
38 OUTDOORS - KAYAKING THE GUADALUPE 40 MEMBERSHIP
CONTACT:
Cordillera Ranch Living Magazine 203 Shadywood Boerne, TX 78006 210-507-5250 info@smvtexas.com
44 SHINDIG 2011 48 SPRING INTO SUMMER SERIES 50 FASHION - SPRING TRENDS 54 CAMPS - SPRING BREAK CAMPS 58 EVENTS - SIMPLY PERFECT WEDDINGS 60 DEVELOPER - GREENER FAIRWAYS 68 HOME TOUR 74 REAL ESTATE
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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. Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Schooley Media Ventures, LLC assumes no liability for misinformation, omissions, or errors.
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CALENDAR
MEMBER TRADITIONS Tuesday Evenings FAMILY FRIENDLY BUFFET 5:30pm – 9pm A buffet filled with great food everyone will enjoy. On select nights a drink special or two will be offered for the adults! The best part…kids eat free! Wednesday Evenings CORDILLERA GOLD RUSH We will draw a member’s name from our Membership Roster. If that person or anyone in their immediate family is in the main clubhouse at the time of the drawing they will be awarded a $250.00 club credit. Thursday Evenings BIRTHDAY & ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS 5:30pm – 9pm Cordillera Ranch wants to help you celebrate your special day. Members celebrating an anniversary during the month will receive a bottle of house wine, or house champagne, with their anniversary meal and celebration. Members celebrating a birthday receive $10 off their entrée and Chef’s
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select birthday dessert. Make your reservations today at 830.336.9000! Friday Evenings SIGNATURE DINING Featuring live entertainment from 6pm – 9pm. Join us for an elegant dining experience, live music and Chef’s finest features. Advance reservations strongly suggested. Saturdays & Sundays “BIGGER THAN TEXAS” BREAKFAST 8am – 11am Start your weekend with freshly squeezed orange juice, Starbucks coffee and omelets made to order. Try our “Bigger than Texas” griddle cakes or our C-Star french toast. So big they hang off the plate! Wednesdays and Saturdays CARDIO TENNIS Wednesdays at 6:30pm, Saturdays at 9:30am. Contact Glenn at the tennis shop or by e-mail: gbarton@ cordilleraranch.com.
March 4th-5th MEN’S INTERCLUB MATCH VS AUSTIN COUNTRY CLUB Format: Individual and Four-Ball Match Play. Fee: $150 - includes golf, carts, food and prizes. March 6th COUPLES TOURNAMENT Format: TBD. Entry Fee: $60 per couple - includes food and prizes. Please call the Golf Shop for details. March 8th MARDI GRAS-FAT TUESDAY Head to the Club for a great time with music, comfort food and hurricanes to get the party started! March 10th SPRING HOEDOWN Come have a cold one! We’ll be serving slabs of pork ribs, smoked chicken, chipped beef sandwiches, and other barbeque specialties. Featuring foot stomping country-western music and dancing. You won’t be able to sit still for a second! March 12 PEDERNALES FISHING TRIP 8am - 5pm. Contact Shane Reynolds at 830-336-9000 for more information.
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 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
March 15th ST. PATRICK’S DAY Celebrate like the Irish with our own St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! $1 Green Beer, $2 Jägermeister, $3 Irish Whiskey and themed dinner featuring Irish Stew and Shepherd’s Pie. March 15th-17th SPRING BREAK JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC 10am-12pm: Golf Instruction 12pm-1pm: Lunch. Fee: $125 (Includes instruction and lunch per day). Guests of a member may attend on a space available basis for an additional fee. March 24th PRIME RIB NIGHT March 26th-27th FIFTH ANNUAL 2011 CORDILLERA CUP Format: Ryder Cup Format (Four-Ball, Four-Some and; Singles) Entry Fee: $135 - Includes food, tee-gifts and prizes. Friday night Pairings Party 5 -7pm.
Men’s Bible Study Movie Night
Bunco Night Cooking Club Fine Wine Club
March 29th,30th and April 1st SHORT GAME CLINIC 5-7pm. Focus on chipping, pitching, bunkers and putting. Fee: $75 total or $25 per session.
April 15th-17th MEN’S MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP Format: Individual match play flighted by handicap. Players guaranteed two matches. Entry Fee: $75
March 31st SIGNATURE WINE DINNER SERIES: Venus and Mars
April 18th TAX DAY $5 Burgers and $2 Beer!
April 2nd BLOCKBUSTER DEMO DAY 9am-3pm Try the best golf equipment in the industry! Companies represented include Taylor Made, Callaway, Titleist, Nicklaus, Ping, Nike, Adams, Cleveland and more. Special discounts apply to merchandise purchased that day. A representative will be on hand with specific trade-in values for your old equipment.
April 21st CLUB BINGO Play for chance to win one of several great prizes and certificates!
April 14th COOKING WITH BRYAN DRINKING WITH JEFF Executive Chef, Bryan Overdyke, will be giving a culinary demonstration followed by an in-depth look at wines wth Beverage Manager Jeff Cohen.
April 22nd CORDILLERA EARTH DAY: ANIMAL INTERACTION DINNER Celebrate Earth Day with this wild dining experience themed just for the occasion! April 23rd EASTER EGG HUNT April 24th EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCH April 28th KARAOKE NIGHT!
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DINING
M
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TRADITIONS
By Manny Ramirez
Wikipedia defines a tradition as a practice, custom, or story that is memorized and passed down from generation to generation, originally without the need for a writing system. Traditions are established over many years in a mature club and many events are now considered as Cordillera Ranch traditions.
Wednesday nights. During the evening the Club draws a member’s name from a hat and the lucky name drawn wins that evening’s jackpot. Since its creation in August, three lucky members have been awarded over $1400. Not a bad way to support your Club and enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow members! (Must be present to win.)
Tuesdays are known as “FAMILY BUFFET” night, providing our membership with a value priced buffet and complimentary dining for children under twelve years. We are currently featuring “Italian”, “Mexican” and “Home-style” buffets.
New this year, the Club provides a different experience every Thursday. Many of you have already enjoyed some of these events, the WINTER HOEDOWN, COOKING WITH CHEF AND DRINKING WITH JEFF, THE GILLES DESPREZ WINE DINNER, THE JEFF GAFFNER WINE DINNER, SEAFOOD EXTRAVANZA, and THE FIRST ANNUAL CORDILLERA CRAWFISH BOIL.
Wednesdays have become a very popular evening for member dining with the help of our WINE TASTING SERIES and CORDILLERA GOLD RUSH. Wine Tasting begins as 5:30pm. Members can sample wines from all over the world in many different varietals. It’s a great opportunity to learn about wines, while meeting and socializing with other members. The Club’s ‘Cordillera Gold Rush’ drawing has also found a home on
Friday evenings feature SIGNATURE DINING – Chef Bryan & his team of culinarians present the finest, freshest seafood, meats, poultry and game. In addition, the Club hosts live entertainment for your dining and listening pleasure.
Finally, our C-Star Ranch Menu and Cordillera Signature Dining Menu have both undergone some re-engineering. Our C-Star Ranch Menu still offers traditional items, and member favorites, but several new items requested by members have been added. The Cordillera Signature Dining Menu offers heartier fare, including smoked meats, quail, steaks and several new seafood dishes. There is so much going on at the Club! We welcome you to come try one of our new traditions, menus or special events; you will not only enjoy great food and drink, but have a great experience spending time with fellow members! Join us for ST. PATRICK’S DAY – Thursday, March 17th. We’re celebrating with traditional Irish Fare - Shepard’s Pie, Corned Beef & Cabbage and Irish Stew. There will also be $1 Green Beer & $3 Irish Whiskey. See you at the Club!
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WINE
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WINE TASTINGS TOURS By Jeffrey M. Cohen
Our Wine Tasting Series has become a “can’t miss” event every week. Members enjoy fantastic wines from around the country and world and have the opportunity to purchase highly allocated wines.
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This New Year has brought many new events along with a revised wine list that has teased, tickled and expanded the palates of the membership. On January 27th, many enjoyed the expertise of Chef Bryan and his culinary team. The expertly crafted wines of Gilles Desprez were sampled while dining. Gilles dissertated and taught the attendees about the French wine growing region of Laungedoc. The menu took the members on a tour of the Mediterranean. Gilles’ wines were first introduced to the members at a Wednesday night tasting on October 13, 2010. Gilles’ charismatic personality and beautiful wine blending was so well liked we brought him back for January’s wine dinner. We were very fortunate in February to have the enormously acclaimed winemaker, Jeff Gaffner, attend as our guest on the 17th. In addition to Saxon Brown, Jeff has won critical acclaim as the consulting winemaker for several high-end boutique labels including Xtant (Napa Valley), Hestan (Napa Valley), Stephanie (Napa Valley), Black Kite Cellars (Anderson Valley) and the soon to be released Ram’s Gate (Sonoma Valley). Jeff’s 2006 Hestan Cabernet was by far the favorite of the evening. This wine was also named the #15 wine of the year by Wine Enthusiast magazine which also gave it a scoring of 97 points. His blending is truly a work of art. Along with these very popular wine dinners we have continued to build on the momentum of 2010, which is making our Wine Tasting Series a “can’t miss”
event every week. Members enjoy the fantastic wines from around the country and world and have the opportunity to purchase highly allocated wines. Some of the highlights have been our Boutique Wine Tasting, which gave members a chance to try the new vintage of Temple and wines produced by “Screaming Eagle” winemaker, Andy Erickson. We also had an incredible response to Bubbles, Chocolate and Strawberries, which got everybody in the mood for Valentine’s Day. We have a real treat planned for the end of March. This will be our Mars and Venus Wine Dinner. This will be two wine dinners on the same night. Couples will start out with passed appetizers and then split by gender into their corresponding dinner. The dinner will then end as the couples reunite for dessert. It is sure to become an annual event. At last the often talked about Member Wine Tour to Italy has been scheduled and the finishing touches are being put together to offer a one of a kind tour of Tuscany. The schedule will require all to meet in Rome on the 5th of September, where we will travel by train up to Tuscany. This will allow many to tour all of Italy and then connect for the tour. We will return back to Rome on the 9th. There will only be a limited number of availabilities so act early. See you at the Club, Jeffrey M. Cohen Beverage Manager
Just outside the front gates of Cordillera Ranch, there is a wide variety of world-class vineyards available for your review. Featuring every variety of wine imaginable, they provide the perfect backdrop to tour and sample some of the finest wines in the world that are created right here in our own backyard. SINGING WATER VINEYARDS 316 Mill Dam Road Comfort, Texas 78013 830-995-2246 SISTER CREEK VINEYARDS 1142 Sisterdale Rd. Sisterdale, TX. 78006 830-324-6704 WOODROSE WINERY & VINEYARDS 662 Woodrose Lane Stonewall, Texas 78671 (830)-644-2539 FALL CREEK VINEYARDS 1820 County Rd. 222 Tow, Texas 78672 (325) 379-5361 TEXAS HILL VINEYARD 878 Ranch Road 2766 Johnson City Texas 78636 phone (830) 868-2321
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GOLF
Golf
By Marc Dewall Head Golf Professional The Clubs Of Cordillera Ranch
TARGETING YOUR WEAKNESS UPCOMING GOLF EVENTS CALENDAR PLAYER PROFILE -TAYLOR COLEMAN
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UPCOMING EVENTS
GOLF
TARGETING YOUR WEAKNESSES By Marc Dewall
One of the things that always surprises me is the fact that most golfers do not commit to practicing the areas of the game where they struggle the most. If you recognize your short game is bad or you are not a good putter, it is time to start practicing with a purpose. If you are not sure where you need to get better, start with the following drills: PITCHING Set up or identify three target circles, each with a five-yard radius, at 30, 40 and 50 yards. Hit ten pitches, alternating randomly between the targets and score how many land within the intended circle. BUNKERS Set up or identify three target circles, each with a five-yard radius, at ten, 15 and 20 yards. Hit ten bunker shots, alternating randomly between the targets and score how many finish within the intended circle. CHIPPING Set up or identify three target circles, each with a six-foot radius, at 15, 20 and 25 yards. Hit ten chip and runs, alternating randomly between targets and score how many finish inside the intended circle.
HOLING OUT Set ten balls around a hole on a small slope about four feet from the hole. Score how many putts you hole out of ten. DISTANCE CONTROL Set up or identify three target semi-circles, each with a four-feet radius, behind the hole at 20, 30 and 40 feet. Hit ten putts, alternating randomly between targets and score how many finish beyond the hole but within the intended semi-circle. Completing these tests will help pinpoint your problem areas (for example, only one in ten shots into the circle from the bunker means you need a bunker lesson). Book a coaching session with me to work on improving this weak aspect of your game and just watch your scores drop. Marc DeWall, PGA Head Golf Professional The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch
MARCH MEN’S INTERCLUB MATCH VS. AUSTIN COUNTRY CLUB March 4th-5th Format: Individual and Four-Ball Match Play Fee: $150 includes golf, carts, food and prizes COUPLES TOURNAMENT March 6th Format: TBD Entry Fee: $60 per couple includes food and prizes Please call the Golf Shop for details. SPRING BREAK JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC March 15th-17th 10am-12pm: Golf Instruction 12pm-1pm: Lunch Fee: $125 (Includes instruction and lunch per day) Guests of a member may attend on a space available basis for an additional fee. FIFTH ANNUAL 2011 CORDILLERA CUP March 26th-27th Format: Ryder Cup Format (Four-Ball, Four-Some and Singles) Entry Fee: $135 (Includes food, tee-gifts and prizes) Friday night Pairings Party 5pm-7pm. SHORT GAME CLINIC March 29th,30th and April 1st Time: 5pm-7pm Focus on chipping, pitching, bunkers and putting Fee: $75 total or $25 per session
APRIL BLOCKBUSTER DEMO DAY April 2nd Time: 9am-3pm Come and try the hottest and best golf equipment available in the industry! Companies represented include Taylor Made, Callaway, Titleist, Nicklaus, 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. MEN’S MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP April 15th-17th Format: Individual match play flighted by handicap. Players guaranteed two matches. Entry Fee: $75
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TAYLOR’S TOURNAMENT RESULTS
PLAYER PROFILE TAYLOR COLEMAN
Taylor Coleman (age 14) is one of Cordillera Ranch’s most accomplished young golfers. With an extensive golfing resume, Taylor is constantly working on the various facets of her game. An avid tournament golfer, Taylor sat down with us to briefly talk about some of her highlights, and where she’s headed next.
Q& A
WITH TAYLOR My name is Taylor Coleman and I love being a member at Cordillera Ranch. Our practice facility is better than anything else in South Texas. We have the best practice greens and short game areas. I love hitting Pro-V’s on the range because that’s the same ball I play with. I can practice any shot I need to work on, either on the range or on hole 19 or 20. I especially like to dial-in my 90-120 yard shots on hole 20. I also love the staff at Cordillera and the fact that they are all so nice.
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WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT PLAYING AT CORDILLERA? I love beating my dad. That’s how I earn my allowance FAVORITE MEAL? When practice is over I like to eat the kids Cheeseburgers with fries & a skillet cookie for dessert. I also love Tuesday buffet night. LONGEST DRIVE? 310 yards on #11. BEST SCORE AT CORDILLERA? 73 from the white Tee’s CURRENT HANDICAP? 2.1 IN 2011, SOME OF MY SUMMER TOURNAMENTS I HOPE WILL INCLUDE: -AJGA Laredo Energy Junior at Traditions A&M -AJGA Signsationals Signs Junior at The Woodlands -AJGA Rolex Girls Jr Championship in Minnesota -AJGA Elbit Systems of America Jr Championship Southern Oaks -AJGA Genesis Shootout Valero Texas -Open in San Antonio -US Junior Girls Qualifier
TJGT Holiday Classic @ Barton Creek Resort, Austin, TX - T5 TLJT Texas Girls’ Invitational, High Meadows Ranch, Magnolia, TX - T6 TJGT La Cantera & Amistad Golf Festival – La Cantera Resort Course, San Antonio, TX -1st Place TJGT Falconhead Jr Championship, Falconhead GC, Austin, TX - 2nd Place AJGA Stars of Texas Jr All Star, Grey Rock GC, Austin, TX -1st Place AJGA National Qualifier, Onion Creek Club, Austin, TX-T3 AJGA Houston Junior, Sweetwater CC-Pecan Course, Sugar Land, TX - 22 AJGA Houston Junior Qualifier, Quail Valley GC-El Dorado GC, Missouri City, TX - T3 TJGT/HGA Junior Championship 2010, Redstone GC – Tournament course, Humble, TX - 3rd Place Legends Jr. Tour, Texas State Girls Jr. Championship, Horseshoe Bay, TX – Apple Rock Course - T9 TJGT Texas Jr Masters, Hyatt Hill Country Resort, San Antonio, TX - 1st Place AJGA Aaron’s/Bob Estes Abilene Junior Qualifier Diamonback Golf Club - 5th Place AJGA Valero TX Open Jr Shootout, The Club at Sonterra, San Antonio, TX - 11th Place AJGA Valero TX Open Jr. Shootout Qualifier, The Club at Sonterra, San Antonio, TX - 4th Place AJGA Sean O’Hair Jr Allstar Championship. Rawls Course, Lubbock, TX - 7th Place TJGT Longhorn Shootout - 1st Place Greater SA Jr. Matchplay Championship. Riverside GC, San Antonio, TX - 2nd Place Greater SA Jr Matchplay Championship (stroke play to determine seating). Riverside GC, San Antonio, TX - 2nd Place Starburst Jr Golf Classic – Cottonwood Creek GC, Waco, TX; Wildflower CC, Waco, TX; Stonetree GC, Killeen, TX - 3rd Place Legends Jr. PGA Championship Qualifier, Panther Trail, The Woodlands, TX - T7 AJGA National Qualifier-Kingwood CC- Lake Course - T5 TJGT UT Tyler Rose Invitational, Eagles Bluff CC, Bullard, TX - 2nd Place TJGT Lakeway Jr Championship, Lakeway – Yaupon GC, Austin, TX - 2nd Place AJGA Pre-season Jr at Brookhaven CC – Masters Course, Dallas, TX - T6 AJGA Laredo Energy Junior at Traditions A&M Club - T11 North East Independent School District 7th grade tournament, San Pedro Par 3 Course, San Antonio, TX - 1st Place TJGT UT Invitational, UT Golf Club, Austin, TX - T7 TJGT Tour Championship, Horseshoe Bay Resort, Apple Course, Marble Falls, TX - T6 STPGA Silverhorn Golf Club, San Antonio, TX - 1st Place TJGT New Year’s Classic @ Hyatt Hill Country Resort - 1st Place
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STAFF PROFILE
GABE GARCIA
VICE PRESIDENT OF PASADERA BUILDERS
NAME: Gabe Garcia HOMETOWN: San Antonio FAMILY: Wife Gail-Elaine Kids Emma 9 and Madeline 6 HOW DID YOU GET INTO YOUR FIELD? Growing up, I was exposed to construction projects of different types across the state and across the country from high-rise hotels to 400-unit apartment projects and just about everything in between. When given the opportunity to join a general contracting firm, I jumped at the chance to start in a new direction. My old direction was accounting, ugh. My first project was an apartment re-habilitation. My next project was an industrial office and warehouse building. From there, the projects varied as they do for most general contractors. The point is that each project had new challenges. I relished that variety. I then moved to the custom home arm of the company. You might think that was a move in the wrong direction for someone who was looking for new challenges on each project. Quite frankly, the custom home industry brings the same variety of challenges, but with an added key component, the client. While there was interaction with the owner or owner’s representative of the non-residential project I was on before, custom home construction is personal. The new challenge is that each project is not personal for me, but understanding how each home is personal for the client and that each client is uniquely different. The interaction with each new client from the beginning of a project to the end of each project fulfilled the need for the variety that I was looking for in my career choice. Building homes for clients, not faceless end users, is definitely what makes this job fun for me. I’d like to say that when it comes
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to custom home building, I’ve seen it all. I know I have not and I will never. Each client teaches me something new and allows me to grow as a builder, business owner and as a person. Aside from my family, what else could I ask for. PS. I still enjoy the occasional commercial project. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WITH CORDILLERA RANCH? Since 2005 when we built the Clubs of Cordillera Swim Facility and Cabana Grill. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ASPECT OF WORKING IN THE HILL COUNTRY? The people are in a good mood everyday. WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES/ INTERESTS? Etymology. Think about how many ways the word up is used. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORT? Football! FAVORITE SPORTING EVENT YOU’VE ATTENDED? Dallas Cowboy Monday Night Football Game against the Bears with my Dad when I was a wee kid.
FAVORITE QUOTE? Every morning the gazelle wakes up knowing in order to survive the day, it must outrun the fastest lion or be eaten. That same morning the mighty lion wakes up knowing that it must outrun the slowest gazelle or starve. So regardless if you’re the mighty lion or the swift gazelle, when the sun rises you better be running! FAVORITE MOVIE AND WHY? Cool Hand Luke. It’s probably a guy thing. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST CHALLENGE IN YOUR BUSINESS? Not settling for only what is expected when everyone else does. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST REWARDING EXPERIENCE IN YOUR BUSINESS? Relationships. FAVORITE ASPECT OR FEATURE AT CORDILLERA RANCH? Commitment to be the best down to the smallest detail.
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Fitness Exercise: STICKING WITH THE PROGRAM
By Michael Reyes, Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Personal Trainer
The New Year is well underway and some of you may have fallen off of your new year’s resolution goal or didn’t necessarily make one at all but are interested in getting into a fitness regimen. If exercising more, getting into shape, losing weight or gaining muscle mass is a goal you’d like to strive for; I have some tips that may just get you there. It is not starving yourself. It is not running 10 miles your first day you commit to running and it is not the old adage “no pain no gain”. CONSISTENCY…….this is the key to your success. Everyone falls into the same rut right off the bat. We get pumped up that there is no stopping us this year, with great determination. This is great. But, come late January to early/mid February that steam runs out. What happened? What most people do not realize is that motivation only lasts so long, you need to be consistent. So, trying to max out on your lifts every workout session is not going to help your goal. Trying to run your fastest mile every time you get on the treadmill is not helpful. Be consistent. This is my motto even for me. So, how did I accomplish being consistent? You will accomplish your goals with an understanding in mind and having a plan. So, let me first tell you how your motivation works. You get yourself pumped up and ready to go with tremendous determination. This is great because it will carry you very close to your goal. But, you need to realize that after 4-6 weeks that motivation and your hard determined workouts are going to give out. So, this means one of two or possible both things will happen. 1.) You will mentally get burned out or 2.) You will get a physical ailment which will stop you from working out So, how do you counter these ruts? Have a plan that will help you be consistent. Every one of my clients, and I do mean everyone from my youth athletes to my
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general population follows the same guidelines. While the person is hot and eager to get fit we hit our workouts hard, but around the 3rd to 4th week I start to ask how my clients are feeling because I know that around the 4th to 6th week they are going to show me signs. Here are some signs: 1.) I have been feeling aching lately (legs, muscles, or joints) 2.) It has been tougher to get going 3.) I am needing longer rest breaks 4.) The boost of energy during your exercise and during your day turns to fatigue So, here is what you do. You simply change up your routine. Here are some examples on how to change up your routine. 1.) Give yourself more rest time between your sets. (I give out more rest time and decrease the number of sets that we’re performing). 2.) Change your main focus. If you are lifting weights change it to a cardio focus. 3.) Start doing yoga as your main workout. This is a great way to mentally re-focus to another round of increased intensity. 4.) Get a partner 5.) Take a strict one week break. I have used every one of these techniques with my clients and their consistency and intensity have always stayed sharp. So, while the New Year is no longer necessarily the “new year,” you can still take steps in achieving your fitness goals by keeping CONSISTENCY in mind. KENS 5 TV & “Great Day SA” Strength Expert South Texas Director for 911 Fitness Challenge (for all military, PD, FD, FBI, Homeland Security & family) Head Personal Trainer at the Spa & Athletic Club in exclusive Cordillera Ranch Featured on TVs KENS 5, Fox News First, “Great Day SA”, FOX 29, “Focus on South Texas” Former committee adviser to Mayor Castro’s FIT COUNCIL Former professional baseball player with Florida Marlins and Montreal Expos Contact Michael at bamfitnessclub@sbcglobal.net
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Dr. David Jimenez and Dr. Constance Barone are two gifted surgeons, who also happen to be husband and wife. With two careers and three children, they both seek the end-of-the-day solace and serenity of their Cordillera Ranch home. By Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita
As fate would have it, they ended up at Temple University together. ”We did heart transplants together. The exciting part was picking up the heart. We’d take the helicopter or the jet and then rush into the OR to take the heart out. We did that like 20 times in one month. It was exhilarating!” They quickly realized they found great joy in operating together. Together, they created 5 different operations for children with premature closure of the skull, and have written many books and articles about it.
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“I knew in kindergarten that I wanted to be a surgeon. I have the photos to prove it!” Dr. David Jimenez laughs from the kitchen table of his Cordillera Ranch home. And sure enough, his passion for surgery has stayed with him to this very day. Sitting beside him is his wife, Dr. Constance Barone. What is unique is that she is also a surgeon, and shares the same unbridled passion for surgery. Together, the two of them have spent their entire careers perfecting the art of surgery, and in the process, have garnered reputations around the world as two of the finest surgeons in their disciplines.
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Constance begins, “I’m from Fitchburg, Massachusetts. My dad was a pharmacist, and all my brothers and sisters are pharmacists now. My grandfather started one of the first pharmacies. But I knew I wanted to be a surgeon early on. I liked the technical side of surgery. My mom wasn’t really too excited about all the schooling, but she was the one that taught me how to sew.” David had similar beginnings. “My father was a businessman, and my mom was a homemaker. I knew in kindergarten that I was going to be a surgeon. I have the pictures to prove it! At the end of kindergarten, they asked all the kids to
dress up the way you wanted to be when you grow up. So my mom made me a whole outfit which included a surgeon’s hat and mask. So yes, I knew I wanted to go into surgery. When I graduated from medical school, she had saved the outfit and gave it to me.” They both pursued their undergrad degrees, moved on to medical school, and as fate would have it, they ended up at Temple University together. Constance was a senior resident, working through a 5 year assignment in general surgery. David explains, “I had moved into a neurosurgery residency at Temple. There were 4 senior residents, and she was
one of them. By pure fate I got signed to her service twice in a row. We did heart transplants together. The exciting part was picking up the heart. She would let me go as an intern, and we’d take the helicopter or the jet and you rush into the OR and take the heart out, and we then had to time the other patient to be ready. We did that like 20 times in one month. It was exhilarating!” The two of them continued honing their craft, and graduation neared. Constance continues, “We were doing a lot of abdominal surgery, all the head and neck surgery, and a lot of cardio-thoracic surgery. It really ran the whole gamut. I
did so much head and neck surgery that I felt bad for the patients because they had so many deformities. A colleague said that I should go into plastic surgery so that I could help some of these people. I got into NYU’s Plastic Surgery program. At the time of my graduation from Temple, I was the 3rd woman to graduate from there.” However, before they both graduated and went different directions, it was David’s birthday. David laughs, “Constance had gone through the programs in an accelerated fashion, and so she was way ahead of me. We were working together, and making rounds,
and I told her it was my birthday.” Constance continues, “He asked if I wanted to go out, and I told him I thought it was a bad idea. He told me that I had to, because it was his birthday. Sure enough, we went out, and we were engaged three months later!” While they had the typical points of attraction that exist in any relationship, there were additional variables. Constance explains, “As a surgeon, I saw him operate. When your skill is all that you’re about, it’s impossible to not have a lot of admiration and respect for someone that is so into their craft. David is a
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greatly gifted surgeon. You can train safe surgeons, but you can’t train gifted surgeons. Surgery is something we’re both really, really good at and absolutely love. If those things aren’t there, it’s almost impossible.The OR has to be a place where you are the most comfortable. I do surgery almost every day – 29 years. We both love it and are blessed to find something we really enjoy.” With David still in school, and Constance’s imminent NYU departure, they had some tough decisions to make. “She was willing to give up her plastic surgery in order to stay in Philly with me. I knew that plastics were perfect for her, and her admission to NYU was amazing. I told her that she had to go. It was a 2 year deal for her to be at NYU. So we decided to get married. I knew we would both be busy; I mean I was working 140 hours a week. So we were married in May and she left in June for 2 years. The commitment to being married is what kept us together throughout that time.” After a rigorous two year plastic surgery program, Constance was called back to Temple. David had a year left, and she was brought in to be the Director of the Pediatric Burn Center. David began looking into more pediatric neurology, while Constance wanted to do more training in cranio-facial surgery. So, together, they went back to NYU for an additional year of training. They also quickly realized they found great joy in operating together. Constance explains, “After our fellowships in New York, they wanted us to stay. But we were recruited at Missouri, and we were there for 13 years. Together, we created 5 different operations for children with premature closure of the skull, and we have written many books and articles about it. Kids come in from all over the world, and we do 4 to 6 students a month. We teach courses to physicians from all over the world about the procedure. It’s changed a 6-8 hour operation into a 45 minute operation. It’s all done endoscopically.” David continues, “100% of the kids needed blood transfusions in the old days that had this procedure. They would need to be in the hospital for a week. The last 50 cases we had done averaged 3 hours. 1/3 of the patients required no blood transfusion. There are some surgeons I won’t operate with, but Constance is amazing. You operate
your craft in a certain way, and some doctors are messy and tear things. We are surgeons first –the husband and wife thing is secondary. When we go in the operating room we are surgeons. We are the most comfortable in the OR.” And the success of their procedure, known as Craniosynostosis, has transformed countless lives. “Our surgery technique was used by a French plastic surgeon. I looked critically at the results, and the kids were improved but were still not perfect. And that just wouldn’t cut it. I was pregnant with our son, and I told David that I just wasn’t happy with the results. David’s known in the neurosurgery world for endoscopic neurosurgery. He said that he was sure we could come up with a way. So we came up with a whole set of molding helmets. Then in Missouri we started off on one patient and very little has changed from that first patient. You can’t even tell that they were operated on. We take great pride in that,” Constance explains. With three young children, David and Constance’s careers continued to present them with new opportunities. David says, “We were so blessed in Missouri. Then I was recruited to be chairperson of the neurosurgery program and Constance was being recruited to be the chief of the plastic surgery division Case Western in Cleveland. She went up there for a couple of interviews, and they really wanted her. Just about that time I got a call from the search committee from the UT Health Science Center here in San Antonio. Their neurosurgery program had completely imploded. They had lost all their surgeons; they shut down their residency program. The university system had never realized they couldn’t have a trauma center without a neurosurgery program. So they had to have people cover the neurosurgery calls. So I knew they were a mess, and when I interviewed, I looked at the prospect of Cleveland or San Antonio. I had been down before, and knew that I would like the town. I interviewed for 3 straight days. The guys asked me what my wife thought about moving to San Antonio. He asked if she would like being the chief of plastic surgery here. So she saw the city, fell in love with it, and while she was interviewing, we heard about Cordillera Ranch.” Constance explains, “Tracy Harris was our sales agent here at Cordillera
Ranch. Tracy showed us the plan for the clubhouse and the gym and everything. We didn’t have a house or a lot, but we put a deposit down on the clubhouse! We knew we would be happy here. We were here in San Antonio, and we knew we had 4 days to find a home. Tracy called us on day 3 and told us he had the perfect home for us. And sure enough, it is. We’re not too far into the Ranch, we’re close to the gate, we love the land, it’s a great house for entertaining, the kids love it, the kids feel safe, we love the activities at the club, and we just love all that Cordillera has to offer.I LOVE Cordillera Ranch,” David says. When working as surgeons, there is invariably the possibility of things not going as planned. As surgeons, and as husband and wife, David and Constance find great comfort in one another. David explains, “Fortunately, we do very well with our success rate with the surgeries. The kids that we operate on are all totally normal kids. Once we fixed their problems, they are perfect happy kids. Connie also has a very busy and successful cosmetic surgery practice. But my area of pediatric neurosurgery is pretty heavy. They have these awful deformities. Just 2 days ago I had a beautiful little kid that had a tumor that had been operated on 5 times. I operated and took the whole tumor out. owever, we had a massive recurrence and a few days later the baby died. But a strong spiritual foundation helps you get through it.” Constance adds, “It’s nice that we’re both surgeons so we understand what the other is going through. It’s nice to not have to explain everything we have been through, and so I can understand what he has been through with some tougher cases. We face life and death all the time. We appreciate everything that we have, everything that we go through, and we appreciate each other so much. And we just couldn’t be happier.” With busy careers and three children, David and Constance find great solace in their family and the serenity at Cordillera Ranch. Their passion for surgery is something that has brought them together, kept them close, and allowed them to lead highly successful careers. They also rely so heavily on one another. David laughs, “We couldn’t do this without one another. It’s because we’re connected at the hippocampus”!
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KAYAKING GUADALUPE RIVER By Shane Reynolds
With the spring upon us, there is no better way to explore the Guadalupe River than by kayak. The Club has a fleet of kayaks for our members and their guests to utilize and invite you to come give it a try. We’ll have several complimentary Learn to Kayak classes offered in March and April. We teach kayaking on Swede Creek Lake, a very controlled environment and great place to learn to paddle before heading out onto the waters of the Guadalupe. When I mention kayaking to our members, I often get a shocked look and comment of “I don’t want to be trapped inside a kayak if it flips.” That comment is simply referring to a whitewater or touring kayak with a cockpit and spray skirt. The club has all sit-on-top and inflatable kayaks, which are the easiest and safest kayaks to paddle. Sit-on-tops have similar hull shapes to their traditional counterparts, but instead of sitting inside the kayak,
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you sit in a molded-in depression on top. Sit-on-tops share many benefits with traditional sit-insides, but are easier to use. There are sit-on-tops for fishing, surfing, touring, scuba diving and more. Sit-on-tops have a few advantages over sit-insides, one of which is comfort. Paddlers with large body types, long legs, or limited flexibility feel less confined paddling a sit-on-top. One of the biggest benefits, though, is the self-rescue. Because sit-on-tops have an open deck rather than an enclosed one, there is no risk of being trapped in the boat if it tips over - no need to practice rolls or wet exits, which really appeals to new paddlers. From its headwaters outside Kerrville, the Guadalupe River flows over a limestone bed lined with beautiful, huge, old Cypress trees accented by Pecans, Sycamores, Elms, Live Oaks, and others that add to the scenic attraction of the river. The river is slightly narrower near
the headwaters with shallow banks and gravel bars, with fewer rapids. The gradient increases as it moves towards Cordillera Ranch, where rapids exist just below the ranch at Bergheim as the river makes it way towards Canyon Lake and ultimately towards the Gulf of Mexico. The water quality in the Upper Guadalupe is generally very good. However, it will become muddy after rainfall, and may become cluttered with debris during flood stage conditions. The river slows down during the dog days of summer unless there is adequate rainfall to keep the water flowing. The Upper Guadalupe is a free flowing river at the mercy of rainfall and spring flow. We have three spring fed creeks on Cordillera Ranch that contribute to this beautiful waterway. The first is Spring Creek, which has steady flow as it drops underground in dry times just south of the bridge across Cordillera Trace. The next is Swede Creek, which has a steady
constant flow and feeds the lake at Swede Creek Park. The last is Panther Creek, which is on the undeveloped tract of the KWW Ranch. This beautiful creek is also lined with Cypress trees and has a steady flow down into the Guadalupe River. Early spring to late June is generally best, followed by late September through early November. With proper cold weather gear the Upper Guadalupe can be paddled in the winter when temperatures are permissible and adequate flow is available. Summer paddling is fun and adventurous with adequate rainfall, but can be a bit challenging in the small rapids when flows are below about 100 cubic feet per second (cfs). Summer temperatures should be considered a hazard if proper
precautions are not taken. Always have protective clothing, sunscreen and plenty of non-alcoholic liquids to prevent dehydration. I have paddled every section the Upper Guadalupe between Comfort and Canyon Lake over the past three years. During that time I have witnessed many changes in the character of this river. The Upper Guadalupe is my favorite river to paddle because it is serenely beautiful, seldom crowded, and offers an enjoyable paddle trip for almost any paddler. There are some good Class II drops, and at high water levels some of them can become Class III ratings. The Upper Guadalupe is a pool-and-drop river typical of most Texas rivers. I have paddled the Upper Guadalupe in the heat of the summer and cold of winter.
The giant Cypress trees that line this river make for a beautiful paddling experience in the spring and fall, when the grasses are green and the trees are in full bloom. I highly recommend this river for anybody wanting to experience the joys of kayaking. The river club also has tubes and canoes, but can be challenging when the flow is slow. Headwinds can also be a challenge unless the water is moving, so plan trip distances according to flow rate and wind conditions for the most enjoyable paddle trip. Contact the Club Outfitter, Shane Reynolds (sreynolds@cordilleraranch.com), at 210.616.6051 or the Cordillera Ranch Outfitter Center at 830.336.4823 for detailed float times and current river conditions.
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MEMBERS
Like Having Your Own Private Resort GOLF ,SWIMMING, TENNIS, EQUESTRIAN, OUTDOOR AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES ABOUND FOR CLUB MEMBERS By Monty Becton, General Manager, Clubs of Cordillera Ranch
“DO YOU HAVE TO OWN PROPERTY TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CLUBS OF CORDILLERA RANCH?” This is one of my favorite questions to answer to a prospective member. I love their reaction when I tell them they can be a part of one of the best clubs in the State of Texas and still maintain their residence elsewhere.
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“SO WE CAN BECOME MEMBERS AND NOT LIVE AT CORDILLERA RANCH?” Yes, we offer all seven clubs to those who want to enjoy all the special amenities offered here at the ranch without having to own property. It’s like your own private resort. It is true; we would love to have you as a resident. But what is the next best thing if you are not ready to move to Cordillera Ranch? It’s what we like to term as our “Resort Membership.” You
enjoy all The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, the beauty and serenity of the ranch and the lifestyle that our resident members already call home. It’s the perfect set-up for the person or family who enjoys golf, swimming, tennis, spa & fitness, equestrian, fishing, shooting sporting clays and floating the Guadalupe River. The Clubs offer a number of other activities that enhance the experience and the opportunity to get to know other members through these events.
WHAT MAKES CORDILLERA RANCH SO UNIQUE AND WHY SHOULD WE CONSIDER A MEMBERSHIP? The Members. Bruce & Deborah Mote enrolled as new Full Golf Members in April of 2010. “When we first looked at Cordillera Ranch our biggest concern was getting to know other members,” Bruce commented. “We were welcomed immediately with open arms. The members at Cordillera Ranch go out of their way to get you involved in the community and other activities. We were pleasantly surprised that there were no cliques and that the people at Cordillera Ranch are very genuine and outgoing. This is one of the best decisions we have ever made in our lives. It has exceeded all of our expectations. We have felt overwhelmingly accepted.” If you would like to consider Cordillera Ranch as your new home club and experience all the offerings and experiences but aren’t yet ready to move, please contact me for a personal tour of The Clubs. If Cordillera Ranch is a place that you might consider purchasing real estate, please contact our real estate sales office for a listing of available homes or home sites with fabulous views, acreage and a lifestyle unmatched in all the Texas Hill Country. We offer three levels of membership for your convenience. Full Golf, Limited Golf and Ranch Memberships are available. Each level of membership is refundable and each has access to all the clubs of Cordillera Ranch with golf being the additional amenity. So if you are not a golfer, no problem, become a Ranch Member and start your new adventure today. In addition, there are non-resident dues rates that accomodate the out-of-towner’s less frequent usage. I look forward to meeting you in person here at Cordillera Ranch.
MEMBER PROFILE THE HOFFMAN FAMILY BRYAN, MELANIE, SARA, MADELINE (MADDIE) VOCATION: Both Pharmacists; Bryan works for Omni Care, Melanie works at Boerne Wal-Mart. JOINED THE CLUB: December 2009 HOME: We live just outside the back gates of Cordillera Ranch. FAVORITE ACTIVITIES: Tennis, Equestrian, Fitness, Fishing EVENTS THE FAMILY LIKES TO ATTEND AT THE CLUB: We love the Homestyle Family Buffet, and the kids really enjoy theTennis Sports Adventure Camp as well as the Equestrian Camp. FAVORITE DISH AT THE CLUB: Without a doubt – the Fish Tacos and the Skillet Cookie.
EXPERIENCE WITH STAFF AT THE CLUB: The Tennis Sports Adventure Camp and the Equestrian Camp are Sara and Maddie’s favorites. They really enjoy Amanda & Kassandra with the horses, and Aubrey & Glenn at the tennis center. WHAT EXPERIENCE STANDS OUT AT THE CLUB: Building a fort by the pond with sticks and a marshmallow fight in one of Glenn’s camps. We really enjoy tubing down the Guadalupe River as a family. WHAT WAS THE REASON YOU ENROLLED AS A MEMBER AT CORDILLERA RANCH: The equestrian facility access, the opportunity to dine at the club, fitness and to have a social interaction with our neighbors in Cordillera Ranch.
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You get out of life what you put into it. The founders and committee members of the Cordillera Ranch Shindig are living testaments to that statement. The Shindig has come a very long way since the inaugural event in 2002 at the community park on Cordillera Trace. Over the years the event has grown from this gathering at the neighborhood park to 700+ people at the Cordillera Ranch Equestrian Center and then the Cabana Grille and Pool Complex and it moves this year to the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Main Clubhouse. That’s quite a progression for a fundraiser that started small but has grown to profoundly impact so many families in Kendall County, Texas. The venues have evolved, but the mission has been steadfast and consistent: “A Good Time for a Good Cause.” This ‘Good Time’ raised $26,000 for the Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, Inc., MeadowLand Campus in the inaugural event nine years ago, and the local
community’s contagious appetite for philanthropy grew the fundraising to $200,000 in the event just four years later. Over the course of six Shindigs nearly $500,000 has been donated to many worthy local organizations: Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, Inc., MeadowLand Campus, Hill Country Daily Bread, Hill Country Family Services, Rainbow Center, Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center, Star Ranch, Hill Country Mission for Health, Christian Women’s Job Corp, Triple H Equitherapy, Kendall County Women’s Shelter, and the Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department.
It’s definitely a “Good Time,” but it’s all about the cause. This year’s beneficiaries each play an important role in helping those in the community that need it most, they are: Kendall Women’s Shelter, Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, Inc., MeadowLand Campus and Young
Life Boerne. This year’s event CoChairman Tobi Baize is honored to have the opportunity to give back, “The main reason I chose to co-chair the event is to serve the Lord. We are just so blessed that we have the chance to help our neighbors in the community, and it’s great to see the tangible benefits of the work from years past with the recent ground-breaking of the new Kendall County Women’s Shelter in Boerne.” This shelter hopes to serve 100 women and children in their first year. A portion of the proceeds from the Shindig will go towards construction costs of their new shelter. Young Life Boerne guides teenagers through some of the tempting pitfalls of life with their committed presence at the schools and their nurturing of Christ into so many young lives. It couldn’t be done without the generosity of the local community. It’s impossible to ignore the impact this organization has on the nearly 100 kids that look to Young Life
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SILENT/LIVE AUCTION
Come and bid on some amazing auction items. Wonderful trips, gifts, home decor and much more! All proceeds will benefit the Cordillera Ranch Shindig and be donated to the Kendall County Women’s Shelter, Roy Maas Youth Alternative, Inc., Meadowlands Campus and Young Life Boerne.
HELICOPTER BALL DROP
Buy a golf ball for $25 a piece and get a chance to win an amazing trip packaged with all the extras. A helicopter will fly over the 18th hole and drop all of the balls sold (around 1300 balls). The 3 balls closest to the target will win large and exciting prizes! Click here for more information on Helicopter Ball Drop.
CASINO
Enjoy a night out with a live casino at the event. Blackjack, craps, poker and more! Prizes for big winners!
FOOD
Come and taste from a handful of the best chefs around town that will be featuring some of their most popular food items. Delicious!
RICK CAVENDER BAND
If you haven’t had a chance to hear the Rick Cavender Band this will be a night you won’t want to miss! The band features all types of music and really helps turn up the party! Don’t forget your dancing shoes!
Boerne Area Director Danny Williams weekly for confidence and comfort during difficult times. “To be chosen by the Shindig Committee as a beneficiary is such a blessing and a gift, we are so appreciative and it’s not ever taken for granted. The funds raised by the Shindig will help send students to the Young Life Crooked Creek Ranch outside Winter Park, Colorado this summer,” said Mr. Williams. Many of these kids would not make the trip without help from local fundraisers like the Shindig – and many of the kids declare it: “the best week of your life.” The Shindig’s efforts help protect those that are vulnerable through the Kendall County Women’s Shelter, help guide those that may need some direction with the contribution to Young Life Boerne and the organization contributes to educating local kids through the Roy Maas Youth Alternatives MeadowLand Charter School. This newly founded Charter school encourages innovative teaching methods, independence and multiple ways to learn for at-risk kids.
If any of the past events are any indication, the 2011 Shindig will be the ‘can’t miss’ party of the year. Cordillera Ranch’s Executive Chef Bryan Overdyke and his excellent staff along with many of the finest restaurants in the area are contributing for an exquisite evening of dining. The night won’t be short on entertainment with the Ray Johnston Band and, San Antonio’s own favorite party-band, the Rick Cavender Band performing throughout the night. Rick is an enthusiastic entertainer with a playlist of songs from the Eagles to George Strait to the Beatles. Rick’s energy is contagious and his unpredictability is part of the band’s undeniable appeal. Adding to an already fun-filled night of events, this year’s Shindig will feature a casino event where the best gamblers have a chance to win, among other prizes, custom Lucchese boots with the Cordillera Ranch logo on them, donated by Ranch at the Rim. Another great addition to this year’s event is the helicopter
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ball drop where you have the chance to win $20,000. Add this to the amazing live and silent auction items being donated, including destination vacations to London, Maine and South Padre Island as well as custom jewelry from Clint Orms and Georgios and Company, and you have an incredible collection of prizes and auction items. None of this would be possible without the generous contributions of the main underwriters and the tireless efforts of the 2011 Shindig committee. The main underwriters of the event are Wells Fargo Advisors, Ranch at the Rim, Cavender Chevrolet of Boerne, and the Preferred Builders of Cordillera Ranch which include Authentic Custom Homes, Burdick and Christofilis Custom Homes, Great Homes and Stadler Custom Homes. With this lineup of food, entertainment and great causes, it’s no wonder that the Shindig has sold out all of its tables for the event. However, there is still time to be part of this fun event and contribute to these wonderful causes as individual tickets are still available. Come out and support a worthy cause this year, have a great time, and enjoy an evening like none other in the beautiful Hill Country. For more info on this event visit: www. cordilleraranchshindig.org
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Thursday, May 5th, 2011:
Saturday, May 7th, 2011
CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION Head to the Clubhouse for a festive evening with Mexican fare and live entertainment! Sip on refreshing margaritas, mingle with your Cordillera neighbors and drop off the kids at Kids Camp for a fiesta of their own!
ADULT/JUNIOR TENNIS SOCIAL Head to the Tennis Center for an afternoon of fun, camaraderie and good ol’ tennis!
GOLF GUEST DAY Enjoy a round of golf on our Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course on this day and bring a guest for only $60. Select food and beverages will be offered on the course for your convenience. Make your tee times now as we are guaranteed to fill up fast! ***cart fee not included
INTO SERIES
By Monty Becton
Join us at The Club for our Spring into Summer Series! Starting Thursday, May 5th, thru Sunday, May 8th, we will be offering a new and exciting series of activities sure to kick off the summer like never before! Gather up your family, bring a guest or two and come experience all we have to offer. Dining, Event and Activity reservations are strongly suggested for all functions during this series as availability may be limited or unavailable.
Friday, May 6th, 2011:
GOLF GUEST DAY Enjoy a round of golf on our Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course on this day and bring a guest for only $60. Select food and beverages will be offered on the course for your convenience. Make your tee times now as we are guaraanteed to fill up fast! ***cart fee not included LADIES KAYAKING TRIP Ladies, please join us for a kayaking trip down the beautiful Guadalupe River corridor to celebrate an early Mother`s Day weekend. This program was designed as a special request by ladies who are interested in meeting other members interested in kayaking and floating the river. No experience is necessary, and we`ll be sending an Outfitter staff along with the group. All kayaking equipment provided as well as cold ice water. Sorry guys, you`ll need to find something else to do for the afternoon (HINT: get ready for Mother`s Day on Sunday). CORDILLERA RANCH SIGNATURE DINING Make your reservations for an elegant dining experience, live music and Chef’s finest features.
Saturday, May 7th, 2011
SPRING INTO SUMMER FUN RUN Grab your family, friends, neighbors, and dogs as well, for a run through the Texas Hill Country which is sure to be a great way to start your Saturday and enjoy the outdoors!
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FAMILY KAYAK TRIP Families, please join us for a wonderful kayaking and toobing trip down the beautiful Guadalupe River corridor to celebrate Mother`s Day weekend. No experience is necessary, and we`ll be sending an Outfitter staff along with the group. All kayaking and toobing equipment provided as well as cold ice water.
TRAIL RIDES The Equestrian Center will feature trail rides for all that are interested from 1pm 4pm. Come try it out for you just may find your new favorite pastime! SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER CELEBRATION Purchase your tickets to our Saturday Night Fever Celebration where we will be featuring a comeback of 60’s, 70’s and 80’s music. Our DJ will have the jams pumping and lights flickering to make a dance party like no other. Put together your most authentic retro outfit and come strut your stuff as awards will be given to the best dressed of the evening. Dine on several dinner stations and sip on a cocktail or two! Two complimentary drink vouchers are included in each ticket purchase. Grab your friends for this one, as this is going to be a night to remember! Bring the kids along for a dance party of their own as music, games, arts and crafts among other activities will be available for the little ones to enjoy.
Sunday, May 8th, 2011
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH Let us do the cooking and bring the family for a delightful Mother’s Day Brunch! WOBBLE TRAP TOURNAMENT Join us for a fun 50 bird tournament on the wobble trap station at the Gun Club. This is a great opportunity to meet other club members who enjoy clay target shooting. The tournament will include a 50 bird tournament on the wobble station. The fee includes targets, prizes, and beverages.
For more information or to make an activity reservation, please call the Cordillera Ranch Clubhouse at 830-336-9000.
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FASHION FASHION
FASHION By Erin Busbee Photos courtesy of Neiman Marcus
After a long, unusually chilly San Antonio winter, spring is finally upon us. Phew! And that means it’s time to spruce up your wardrobe. I have poured over the fashion mags, blogs and shows so you will be ‘in the know’. Here is your insiders guide to the key fashion trends this season: RAINBOW BRIGHTS If you love color, then color you happy because this spring/summer season is all about bright shades. Yellows, greens, blues, reds… primary
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colors were a standout on the runways. The most prevalent was orange. The eye-catching hue popped up everywhere from Marc Jacobs to one of Kate Middleton’s favorite designers, Issa. NEON If primary colors aren’t bright enough to lift your spirits, try some day-glo! After wearing these colors in the 80’s, never did I imagine the shocking shades would come back. (Although I’m pretty sure today’s trend does not include fingerless, Madonna, material girl gloves.)
Look for a great espadrille with a mix of neon and neutral. It’s a stylish, yet, subtle way of wearing these electrifying colors. WHITE The non-color enthusiast can breathe a sigh of relief because white, white and more white is also on trend this spring. Nothing is more crisp, cool and practical in the San Antonio heat then wearing all white. Try the fresh, flattering look from head to toe including white accessories like Jimmy Choo’s gorgeous
white croc handbag. If you have a black tie event coming up, consider an ethereal, long white down. How often (besides your wedding) can you get away with a white dress? HOW LOW CAN YOU GO? Skirt hemlines are getting lower and lower. Look for a full-skirt that hits just below the knee for an elegant, lady-like look reminiscent of the 50’s and 60’s. The maxi skirt (ankle to floor length) is also a chic option. The new twist on the maxi… lots of sheer fabrics. CROP TOP This is another trend that I (and my belly) hoped would never see the light of day again. Jackets and blouses are short, often showing a sliver of your midriff. I would only recommend this to a very slim, daring fashionista. GARDEN PARTY Floral prints are in bloom this season! Designers like Chanel and Oscar de la Renta featured several flowery frocks in their spring collections. If you aren’t comfortable with the full-on flower look,
you can try a floral chiffon or silk blouse paired with a great, white pant or dark wash jean. 70’s INSPIRED From the jumpsuit to dolman sleeves to wide-leg pants, 70’s styles are still in full swing this spring. The jumpsuit is fabulous for day or evening. Not only is it elegant, sexy and unexpected, it’s also one piece so it’s easy. There is one drawback to consider; the jumpsuit is NOT made for quick bathroom visits. My favorite 70’s inspired trend (although, arguably a classic that never goes out of style) the high-waisted, wide-leg pant. When tailored to sweep the floor, these pants are incredibly sophisticated and make your legs look a mile long. Just be sure to keep your top slim and streamlined to offset the volume of the trouser. Also, tuck in your top and, wear a slim belt around your waist. Also springing back into action for the uber hip… the bell-bottom jean. The super flare does a great job of balancing out broad shoulders and a large bust. Other style standouts this spring, stripes! They are sticking around, and
getting brighter and bolder. Color blocking is a fresh way to sport stripes. Another style notable for spring is the short suit. The dressy short/blazer combo oozes effortless cool. **For super stylish ranch wear, be sure to check out Ralph Lauren’s spring collection. You will fall in love with every piece! SHINDIG STYLE If you are planning on attending this year’s Shindig and have no idea what to wear, make sure you stop by the club (poolside) on March 24th for “Shindig Style.” It’s a fashion show presented by Busbee Style! Cordillera men and women of all ages will model a mix of western wear and cocktail attire, ideal for this year’s big charity event! Erin Busbee is the founder of Busbee Style, a consulting company specializing in fashion styling, personal shopping and closet organization. Busbee learned the biz while working as a reporter/producer for WCBS TV in New York City. For years, she covered the fashion and beauty beat, interviewed countless stylish celebrities and collaborated closely with top magazine writers and editors. Now, she brings her experience, expert eye and passion for fashion to San Antonio! www. busbeestyle.com (917) 292-1133
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CAMPS CAMPS
spring spring Break Break
CAMPS at the Ranch By Lindsey Minarcik, Fitness Director
Spring break‌ oh the wonderful week you used to get off of school as a kid. Kids love spring break; parents on the other hand can be torn. What do you do with the kids for a whole week to keep them happy, healthy and out of trouble? Or better yet, if you are a grandparent, what can you do to lure the grandkids here for a week of quality time? Luckily, the Clubs has the answer to those ever daunting questions. Spring Break Camps! From Tennis and Golf Camp to Dance and Horse Camp, we have something every child.
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TENNIS CAMP Glenn Barton 830.336.4660 gbarton@cordilleraranch.com JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC Professional Golf Staff 830.336.4653 gallen@cordilleraranch.com TENNIS CAMP, hosted by Glenn Barton, the Clubs’ Director of Tennis, is a camp designed for all levels of players 8 years and older. This camp will get your child outdoors, exercising, working on their tennis game, and out of in front of the TV and video games. Camp will include instruction, drills, match play, strategy discussions, video analysis and everyone’s favorite, games of course! Tennis Camp will take place Tuesday – Friday, March 15th – 18th from 12:30pm – 3:30pm at a cost of $32 a day. Come for the whole week or just a day, whichever fits into your schedule. And remember, tennis is a sport people can play for a lifetime, unlike other sports that stop for most upon the completion of high school. So keep expanding those skills and developing the sport that can give your child a lifetime full of fun, camaraderie and competition. If tennis is not your child’s sport of choice, perhaps our SPRING BREAK JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC will suit their fancy. Golf, like tennis, is a sport which can be benefitted for a lifetime so taking the steps young in life to develop a good foundation and understanding of the game will result in a rewarding opportunity to enjoy the game well into adulthood. Designed for juniors 7-14 years of age, this golf clinic will teach each golfer at their specific level of experience. During camp, junior golfers will receive the basics of a good set up that will lead to improvement in all areas of the golf swing, short-game, bunker play and putting. Camp will be held TuesdayThursday, March 15th-17th from 10am1pm, with lunch included for $125. Maybe your child is a tennis and golf fanatic… Perfect! We can arrange for kids to attend both camps and help with moving them over to Tennis Camp upon completion of the Junior Golf Clinic. A full day devoted to sports, friends and fun, what more could any kid ask for!? One of the Clubs newest additions in the day camp arena is DANCE CAMP, taught by the Tennis Center’s own Aubri
Grohman. Offered March 15th-18th from 10:30am-3pm for $220 including lunch, this camp features funky music, cool moves and exercise putting together a perfect combination to keep your kids developing their social, physical and motor skills during their week away from school. Campers will learn a mixture of routines including hiphop, cheer, jazz and modern funk; throw in some arts and crafts, and games and your kids will be having the time of their lives! Dance Camp welcomes ages 5-14, beginner to advanced. Not sure if one of the above camps fits your child? How about HORSE CAMP? Horses can teach kids many things, from confidence as they learn to handle and control an animal several times their size to responsibility as they learn the importance of grooming, feeding, and exercising an animal that will depend on them for their basic needs. The Equestrian Club can teach kids many valuable lessons, and Spring Break Horse Camp for kids ages 8 – 18 may be a great place to start or continue their understanding and love for horses. Equestrian Center Manager, Kassandra Leachman, will lead the camp which includes four fun filled days of riding (both English and Western disciplines), horsemanship based on skill level, horse care, and nutrition. Held March 15th18th from 10am- 2pm at a price of $240 including lunch, your camper will be learning some very important lessons, making new friendships, and having fun in a great, wholesome, outdoor environment. Interested in more information on one or more of the above camps? Or perhaps you are ready to sign your kids up! To the right is each of the camp registration’s contact info. You don’t have much time, so get moving today on this opportunity; you will be glad you found a fun, entertaining activity for your little ones while spring break is in session, which will also prevent you from losing your mind!
DANCE CAMP Aubri Grohman 830.336.4660 agrohman@cordilleraranch.com HORSE CAMP Kassandra Leachman 210.249.8116 kleachman@cordilleraranch.com
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SPECIAL EVENTS
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Simply Perfect
WEDDINGS
By Carlos Arazia, Special Events Coordinator, The Clubs Of Cordillera Ranch
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ike everything at the Ranch our weddings are Simply Perfect. The possibilities are endless in this distinct dining setting which is flexible enough to accommodate weddings both intimate and grand. Our experienced and dedicated event staff and culinary team offer uncompromising levels of personal service to take your wedding to the next level. Cordillera’s exacting attention to detail has allowed us to transform our brides’ visions into cherished, memorable events. From floral arrangements to table linens and hotel reservations for your guests – we’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 we are on-hand to personally ensure that every aspect is professionally coordinated, allowing you to enjoy the experience along with your guests. So, why wait? Host your wedding here at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch and let us show you first-hand the sophistication and professional touches that we present in all we do. From the moment your first guest arrives to the moment the last departs, we will welcome them into our home as they experience an event carried out with the utmost poise and dignity. As a testament to the experience at the Clubs at Cordillera Ranch, here’s some recent feedback we’ve received:
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“From the first time we visited the clubhouse at Cordillera Ranch, we knew immediately that this place was an unbeatable venue for our daughter’s wedding and reception. The beautiful, panoramic view of the Texas Hill country coupled with the infinity swimming pool overlooking the golf course provided too much of a perfect setting to even consider anywhere else. Then we met Carlos, the Events Director of Cordillera Ranch. Carlos, wedding coordinator extraordinaire, epitomized the detail oriented, friendly, creative, diligent, talented, inspired, willing-to-do-whatever-it-takes kind of attitude that everyone desires for their daughter’s wedding. After the new buildings were finished, the beauty of the interior dining area combined with majestic stone fireplace, ceiling to floor windows, and patios lined with rocking chairs and outdoor fireplaces solidified our decision to choose Cordillera Ranch as the location of our daughter’s wedding and reception. Christina’s and Tyler’s wedding on January 8th, 2011, was the most beautiful, Godhonoring, elegant and fun event that we have ever attended. From the lovely ceremony to the exquisite food stations with chef attendants… the accent lighting over glass centerpieces to the exciting sparkler exit tunnel…every detail was first class! Our guests raved that it was the most extraordinary, beauty-filled wedding and reception they had ever attended Carlos’ help and coordination from the first day he met us to the final wedding day was invaluable. His relationship with professional vendors of excellence and integrity saved us time, stress and costs. And his attention to detail made the wedding and reception flawless and enjoyed by all. He grasped the hopes, desires and priorities of our daughter early on and beautifully wove her dream and vision into reality. The food presentation was magnificent (and delicious!), and the servers professional, gracious and friendly to all of our guests. Carlos thought of every detail, from ambience, food, drink, linens, chairs, centerpieces to shuttle service, coat check and special lighting. Since most of our relatives were from out of state, they got to experience what a true Texas welcome is all about! We were all well served and blessed beyond measure! Our daughter Christina and son-in-law Tyler felt that Carlos and the beauty and ambience of Cordillera Ranch provided them a breathtaking and unforgettable wedding. Thank you Cordillera Ranch! We highly recommend this venue to anyone considering a wedding or celebration that promises an over the top, once in a lifetime experience!” – Julie & Bob Birkeneder Read more at www.cordilleraranchevents.blogspot.com
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2010 RECAP AND 2011OUTLOOK by Charlie Hill
“In the business world, the rear view mirror is always clearer than the windshield” ~Warren Buffett
It’s certainly been a muddy view through the “windshield” for the past few years. Predicting the economy or the real estate market has been about as futile as the weatherman’s tenday forecast. Fortunately, there have been enough consistently positive economic reports recently that point towards optimistic trends for 2011 and 2012. In central Texas and here at Cordillera Ranch, the signs of the turnaround began showing up in early 2010 and really became more consistently positive later in the year. The good news: late 2009 was clearly the bottom. LOOKING IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR Before looking ahead at 2011, it’s worth recapping where we have been the last couple of years at Cordillera Ranch. After slower lot sales in 2008 and 2009, lot sales activity increased in 2010. Both developer lot sales and resale lot sales increased in 2010. Total lot sales transactions, by dollar volume, increased 26% in 2010 and the average lot sales price increased 7% in 2010. Continuously increasing real estate values is a rarity in this environment and is a key component to the community’s success. In total, there have been over $15 million in lot sales in Cordillera Ranch during 2009 and 2010, including resale lots and developer lots. After three straight years of home sales increases from 2007-2009 in Cordillera, home sales fell in 2010 from 26 in 2009 to 18 in 2010. However, home starts surged 70% from 4th quarter 2009 to 4th quarter 2010, a sure sign of positive activity and confidence in the community. Furthermore, the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch continued its membership growth trend in 2010 having another year of net gains to the membership count, which was not a common theme for the private club industry during the year. So, how has Cordillera Ranch weathered this economic storm while so many competitive communities have suffered or even gone bankrupt? Two main factors contribute to Cordillera Ranch’s success in this challenging environment: conservative fiscal management by the developer and continued enhancement and added amenities to the lifestyle.
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DISCIPLINED AND CONSERVATIVE FISCAL PLANNING The assumption is sometimes made that all high-end real estate developments and private clubs are going bankrupt and it’s a concern that we address head on. It is a market perception because you have read so much about other developments, but the key difference between Cordillera Ranch and many other developments is the conservative financial structure. The limited development debt has been a key to sustaining values – getting overleveraged often forces the developer to start slashing prices to turn dirt which ultimately becomes a death spiral. For example, Cordillera Ranch has about 75% lower leverage than most traditional developments of this nature. Leveraging the deal can definitely enhance short-term returns, but this owner is patiently in it for the long-term. For several years prior to developing the club amenities, the developer retained profits in the company and reserved significant amounts of cash to invest in the club infrastructure so that the club would not be overleveraged in the event of an economic downturn. CONTINUED ENHANCEMENT TO THE COMMUNITY During the past eighteen months, we have added a worldclass clubhouse, fitness facility and spa as well as launched the new villa product for Cordillera Ranch, called Di Lusso. Reinvesting in the development and continuing to expand the lifestyle opportunities at Cordillera Ranch definitely contributed to the real estate sales and membership growth during 2010. We are always working to push the envelope on ways to continuously enhance this beautiful ‘have-it-all’ community. There is never an attitude of settling on anything around here; it’s always about challenging the status quo and thinking outside the box. Although the major club amenities are complete there are still many exciting new things on the horizon and planned for the future that will continue to grow and enhance the community.
2010 VERSUS 2009 YEAR-OVER-YEAR
70% INCREASE IN HOME STARTS
During the past eighteen months,Cordillera Ranch has added a world-class clubhouse, fitness facility and spa.
31% INCREASE IN LOT SALES VOLUME
30% DROP IN HOME SALES 21% INCREASE IN LOTS SALES
9% INCREASE IN AVERAGE LOT PRICE
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“In 2010, Cordillera Ranch launched a new villa community called Di Lusso. In 2011, Summit Pass, a new section featuring larger estates will be offered.”
SO WHAT’S NEXT? The next phase of development slated for delivery later this year is called Summit Pass, which is some of the most unique real estate we have offered. Situated on the highest hilltop in Cordillera Ranch, Summit Pass combines larger acreage estate lots with close proximity to the clubhouse, views of the Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and stunning 360-degree views across the Hill Country and Guadalupe River valley. This limited section of 2+ acre lots is already 25% pre-sold and construction will begin in the next couple of months.
Adding Summit Pass will broaden our product mix in the Clubs village, with lot sizes in the clubs village now ranging from less than quarter-acre up to 2.5 acres and lot prices ranging from $80,000 to over $700,000. With these new product offerings and the continued positive trends in the economy, 2011 appears to be on track to add to the positive rebound that started in 2010. The main question is whether this rebound will be slow and steady or whether prospective buyers sense how short this window of opportunity may be with historically low interest rates before
prices and rates begin rising in the near future. With the GDP growing at 3.2% in the 4th quarter of 2010 and the stock market indexes recently moving back to their highest levels since late 2008, the data is clearly on the upswing and the Consumer Confidence index has been picking up steam as well. The chart below highlights some key economic indicators for 2011. So the view through the ‘rearview mirror’ is starting to look positive, which supports the case for so many of the optimistic views through the ‘windshield’ for 2011.
UNITED STATES MORTGAGE FORECLOSURES
28.5%
REALTYTRAC, DECEMBER 2010
U.S. INDEX OF LEADING ECONOMIC INDICATORS CONFERENCE BOARD, JANUARY 2011
PROJECTED 2011 U.S. GDP GROWTH WALL STREET JOURNAL ECONOMISTS SURVEY, JANUARY 2011
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3.2%
27k 3.2%
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CORDILLERA RANCH Key Contact List: Visitors Center 830-336-3570 Cordillera Ranch Sales Staff 830-336-3570 Director of Real Estate Sales Barry Denton 830-336-3570 bdenton@cordilleraranch.com Tracy Harris 210-240-5840 tharris@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
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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 Event Manager Carlos Araiza 830-336-9000 ext. 213 caraiza@cordilleraranch.com Director of Golf Marc DeWall 830-336-4653 mdewall@cordilleraranch.com Golf Course Superintendant Mark Semm 830-336-3710 msemm@corilleraranch.com
Outdoor Director (Rod/Gun/River Clubs) Shane Reynolds 830-336-4823 sreynolds@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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HOME TOUR
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Chateau Chateau HILL COUNTRY
By Bethany Heinesh Photography By Keith Chester
Tucked into a quiet hillside lies the unique home of Dick and Anne Stephens. Anne, a French native, married the handsome young Army Officer nearly half a century ago. They lived in New Orleans for more than forty years. In 2005, the couple decided they had weathered their last storm. It was time to fulfill their dream to live in the Texas Hill Country. Anne’s love of Southern France and Dick’s admiration of New Orleans culture is evident in nearly every corner of thier home. The home features sweeping views of the nearby hills, a country kitchen, climatized custom wine cellar, upstairs observation deck and even a garçonnière (French for bachelor’s quarters).
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It’s quite a journey down Cordillera Trace to the Stephens’ residence, a three bedroom one-story tucked into a quiet hillside toward the back of Cordillera Ranch on Mayacama, but it’s a trek Dick Stephens and his wife Anne, (pronounced “Ah-nee”) don’t mind making. In fact, the scenic drive is just one of the many luxuries the couple has enjoyed since they moved to the Hill Country in 2008. It was a pleasure to sit and visit with Dick, Anne and one of their favorite people –homebuilder Robert Thornton
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–to talk about the unique relationship the three share and the creative process that went into making the Stephens’ dream home a reality. Dick and Anne say they have Robert and his team to thank for their fabulous 4,000 square foot Great Home, complete with upstairs observation deck, climatized custom wine cellar and garçonnière. Anne explained in a sweet, yet subtle French accent, a garçonnière (gar-sun-yere for us Texans) is French for “bachelor’s quarters.” One of the most appealing features of the Stephens’ spread is the 673 sq. ft. finished space that sits adjacent to the main homestead, surrounded with lush landscaping by Land Design and a stone retaining wall Dick couldn’t live without. The garçonnière is the only part of the house with wood flooring, a touch that added a hint of rustic charm to the space. Complete with full bath and wet bar, Dick spends a lot of his time there on the computer, dallying with paperwork or reading something intellectual. “He gets to go over there every day and pretend that he is a bachelor,”
Anne laughed. “But at night, he comes home and we spend our time together. That is fine because I am in my study most of the time.” The Stephens’ story begins about half a century ago. The couple met in France while Dick was serving as an Army officer. Soon after, Anne, a French native, married the soldier, headed stateside and began a new life with him in Louisiana. Dick was honorably discharged from the service as a first lieutenant after three and a half years. “And somehow, 52 years later, it’s still working,” joked Dick, a Rice University graduate who made a career in the oil and gas industry. After living in New Orleans for more than forty years, the Stephens decided they had weathered their last storm. In 2005, Hurricane Katrina shooed Dick and Anne out of town for good and the two agreed it was time to fulfill a dream they always shared –to live in the Texas Hill Country. “This area reminds me so much of France and I have always had a longing to live here,” said Anne, who has incorporated her love of Southern
France and Dick’s admiration of the New Orleans culture into every corner of her Hill Country home. “We used to take our daughters to camp in Hunt and I just fell in love with the area. I would always tell Dick I wanted to live here someday.” Initially, the couple looked at areas around Kerrville, Austin, New Braunfels and even Wimberley, but the people of Boerne soon stole the Stephens’ heart. They looked at several attractive options in Kendall County, but kept coming back to Cordillera Ranch and instinctively knew they were home. “Great Homes came highly recommended through friends who had worked with Robert,” Anne said. “When we went to see him, I was worried he would be too busy or unable to do our home. We were so happy he was able to work with us. Since then, we have all become so close. Dick and I consider Robert and our designers Stephanie Latham and Dave Morris our true friends. It’s almost like we’re family now.” Robert agreed. “I have been truly fortunate to meet these two because they are very special people. The Stephens are not your average
individuals. They are both such amazing people and to know them has been the greatest benefit of this project for me and my staff. Most importantly, we have all walked away from building this home as lifelong friends.” “Choosing our builder was easy,” Dick said. “Everything pointed to Robert.” Because Dick and Anne were living in Dallas at the time, they had to choose someone they could trust to help them make crucial long distance decisions. They immediately had that confidence in Robert. The Stephens agree that being granted the opportunity to collaborate with Great Homes –Robert S. Thornton, L.P. was like a gift from above. “When we began our two-year journey with Robert and his team, we were thrilled. Together, we selected and bought this home site, discussed what we wanted, designed it and then built our new home in Cordillera,” Dick said. “Robert was with us every step of the way. Our business relationship began the old-fashioned way –with a firm handshake. That same integrity was carried throughout the entire building process. It took them one year to design
the house, one year to build it.” Building Dick and Anne’s home was what Robert called “a demanding and wonderful process.” One of the most challenging aspects of Robert’s project, besides the daunting task of installing the custom cabinetry, was the pace kept at the end. Because Dick and Anne had to vacate their Dallas residence, the Mayacama house had to be finalized just in time for the Stephens to make an easy transition from their old place to their new Hill Country home. “I was so proud of my team. They worked seven days a week to make sure everything was right for Dick and Anne,” Robert said. “Everyone I work with has the highest standards of excellence. We really do care about our clients’ needs.” Every square inch of the Stephens’ Hill Country home reflects both Dick and Anne’s individual styles from the travertine Italian tile Anne immediately set her heart on to the custom entry door by Catterton Woodworks to the shelving Dick had to have throughout the house to accommodate his decoy duck collection, this house expresses the perfect synergy of the couple’s life
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together. Robert, Dick and Anne joked that much of the house was designed around the hundreds of carved decoy ducks Dick has on display. A former duck hunter, Dick became fixated on carved duck decoys as a manner of artwork some years ago and has been gathering them ever since, valuing each one as a unique work of craftsmanship. Dick has awardwinning decoys from all over the world and even has a favorite –a work he had commissioned that later appeared with the artist on a popular television show, after which he named the carving. His “Good Morning America duck” adorns the mantle above the full masonry fireplace that serves as a focal point in the Stephens’ great room. A living room area connects the great room to the front entryway, which is overseen by an impressive wooden arch. Dick and Anne’s spacious bedroom is to the rear of the home. As Dick gave the grand tour, he occasionally stopped along the way to give a brief history of his favorite decoys, teasing that he and Anne traveled all around the world and certainly have more things to show off than a bunch of ducks. On the way to the Stephens’ custom garage, Dick introduced the couple’s climate controlled wine cellar, nestled
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between two bedrooms on the west side of the house. Designed by Vito Alvillar of San Antonio, the wine cellar is one of the home’s finest features. Made of German mason limestone, the cellar is built into the wall, complete with pristine two-way viewing glass, allowing easy access –no climbing up or down stairs to get a bottle of vino at the Stephens’ place. A hand-carved embellishment in the arch above the door of the wine cellar reads, “La Cave,” giving the Stephens’ hallway a distinctive element that creates a Texas Hill Country meets Napa Valley ambience. Inside the wine cellar are 1,100 bottles of the world’s finest wines, including Dick’s oldest, a 1934 Chateau, in celebration of the year he was born. The right interior wall of the wine cellar is made of old wine crates Dick saved over the years, giving the cellar a dynamic, one-of-a-kind finishing touch. Dick is proud of his three-car garage, complete with custom cabinetry that, like all the other cabinets in the house, runs straight up to the ceiling. “That means you never have to dust them,” Dick explained. The garage is home to several sets of golf clubs and, of course, more of Dick’s decoys. On the way back to the heart of the house, Dick showed off Anne’s study, an alcove painted completely magenta, with
built-in shelves, across from the kitchen and just beyond and opposite the wine cellar. Anne loves this room; she says it is both comfortable and functional and she spends a lot of her time there. Next to Anne’s study is the formal dining room, splashed in a cool shade of teal with wall hangings lining the walls as a silent testimony to perfect symmetry. The kitchen, done with gorgeous powder blue cabinetry, faces the breakfast nook, which overlooks the Hill Country. The kitchen area spills out into what Dick and Anne call the great room. Wooden beams made of reclaimed long lead pine stretch across the ceiling, adding exceptional character to the entire room. The great room backs right up to the outdoor patio, which gives easy access to the outdoors. Once outside, Dick showed one of his proudest aspects of the home’s design –his upstairs observation deck. A very tightly wound metal staircase gives way to a second story enclosed stone patio, which serves as an observation deck that provided an even more incredible view of Cordillera Ranch, if that were even possible. Dick pointed out a couple of trees Robert saved by tilting the direction of the house just a few degrees. Back inside, a faint shade of blue covers every ceiling in the Stephens’
home, which compliments the crown and base molding that runs throughout the house. “With this feature, it’s like the ceilings just appear, almost seamless,” Dick said, proudly showing the many handcrafted chandeliers from New Orleans that hang from his vaulted ceilings. One of the most amazing features of the Stephens’ home is the view. With wide-open windows by Pella designed to capture the scenery, Dick and Anne are at the perfect elevation and have the ideal north-south exposure. To look out any window of Dick and Anne’s home is to capture a breath-taking and picturesque view of the Hill Country. “The views from every angle in this house are just fantastic,” said Anne. “It amazes me that every chair I sit in, either in my living room, the great room, the bedroom or the kitchen, gives me the perfect view. The Stephens have three and a half baths between the main house and the garçonnière, but the master bath is Dick’s favorite. “Would you just look at this,” he said, motioning to the garden tub and pointing out the window, gesturing toward the home’s sunny surroundings. “What an amazing view. It’s like Anne said, you just can’t escape it.” Dick and Anne, who attend Catholic services every Sunday at St. Peters
in Boerne, seem to have found the delicate balance between tranquility and the joy of fellowshipping with neighbors since they made Cordillera Ranch home. They love their neighbors and friends –and they love their solitude. Meeting Robert Thornton and entrusting him with the very important responsibility of building their home was one of the best decisions the Stephens say they ever made. “We could have never guessed this chapter of life would be the best chapter of life,” Dick said. “To be afforded the opportunity to have our own little slice of Utopia here at Cordillera Ranch is a true blessing. It’s what I call a real-life version of Norman Rockwell’s America.” Anne added, “After just being here three years, we feel happier here than any other place we have ever lived. We feel more at home here than anywhere else we have ever been.” Robert shared his thoughts on why he thinks Dick and Anne feel so at ease in their home. “I truly believe it’s because this house is uniquely yours. You created it the way you wanted it, we just helped to put all the pieces together,” Robert said. Dick and Anne say they look forward to a lasting friendship with Robert and the entire team from Great Homes. The couple plans to enjoy life at Cordillera Ranch for many years to come.
BUILDER CHECKLIST: BUILDER: Great Homes Robert S. Thornton BUILDING DESIGN: Dave Morris, Designer, Boerne with review by Arthur Q. Davis, FAIA New Orleans, Louisiana INTERIOR DESIGN: Joe Morrow, AISD (deceased) Ashley Hall Interiors, New Orleans, Louisiana; Stephanie Latham, AISD –Great Homes, Boerne LANDSCAPE DESIGN & INSTALLATION: Land Design, Boerne ELECTRICAL DESIGN: Sterling Technologies, Boerne
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Realty
In 2010, Cordillera Ranch Realty was involved in 50 real estate transactions totaling $18,208,809.
Cordillera Ranch Realty was involved in 92% of the resale lot transactions and 62% of the resale home transactions in 2010. Cordillera Ranch Realty resale lot listings sold 43% sooner than outside listings and homes listed by Cordillera Ranch Realty sold 5% sooner than outside listings.
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307 HORSESHOE BEND $ 799,000 3534 Square Feet Beautiful Robert Thornton hill country custom home perched up on a hilltop with spectacular views of the Guadalupe Valley. This home has all the extras plus space and privacy. • Secluded gated estate on a cul-de-sac • 3 BR home with 4th BR optional…. complete with bath up • Optional gameroom
• Open floor plan • 4.92 acres with optional 4.43 acres available with the adjacent lot… • Hickory floors and cabinets as well as custom wood cased windows throughout.
• Wolf & Sub Zero appliances • Master Full Golf Membership Right Available
44 OAKLAND HILLS $1,650,000 5,066 Square Feet This Ray Stadler Tuscan designed bluff view home overlooks the fifth fairway of the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Come enjoy the good life!! • 4 oversized bedrooms • Open floor plan with high ceilings and treatments • Chef’s gourmet kitchen
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Outdoor living space with fireplace and grill Travertine and hand scraped oak floors. Relaxation water feature Office/study
• Fairway living with views of the waterfalls, • Deep 3 car garage. creeks, and the Texas Hill Country. • Master golf membership available. • 1.05 acres
176 Riverwood $929,000 4287 Square Feet An Israel Pena Authentic Custom Home on 2.12 acres and surrounded by beautiful Texas Hill Country featuring views of the Guadalupe River Valley and just walking distance from Guadalupe River and Swede Creek Park. • 4 bedroom plus study, and 4 full baths • Oversized 3 car garage • Master bath includes separate vanities • Master bedroom features his and her closets
• Large Island kitchen with gas range and • Gas or wood burning fireplace in living area •• Native privacy landscape granite countertops • Wrap around covered front porch • Separate family area off of breakfast room • Heated pool and spa in backyard • Wood and tile floors throughout living area
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106 arroyo $1,185,000 4,332 Square Feet + 700 Square Foot 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
• Chef’s 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 round entertaining • +/-700 square foot bonus room with full bath & kitchen/bar over the 3-car garage
• Secluded 2.4 acre cul-de-sac property • Full Master Full Golf Membership available
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 $699,999 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 sitting area
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• Family room with views of spacious back yard • 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 $1,299,000
4,730 Square Feet + 717 Square Foot 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
325 Park Ridge $1,899,000 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 kitchen ette & optional separate entry • Handsome burgundy hued library lined with hardwood shelves & white
marble fireplace • Sprawling outdoor living area offers mul tiple 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
1305 Cordillera Trace $1,025,000 +\- 4,463 Square Feet This beautiful estate built by Burdick and Christofilis sits on a 9. 3 acre hill top over looking the long distance views of the Spring Creek, Guadalupe River Valley and the Twin Sisters. From the covered patio overlooking the pool and putting greens, you have what everyone wants. • 4 bedrooms, 5 bath including pool bath and 3 car garage • Luxurious master suite with Jacuzzi tub, his and hers closets, private access to pool/ spa and a flex room • Elegant open kitchen with center island,
stainless appliances, breakfast bar includ- ing large walk-in pantry with hidden room • Open great room with built in entertain- ment center and gas fireplace overlooking the outdoor pool/spa area • Guest suite downstairs with large
walk-in closet • Elegant Formal Dining and Study with built ins • Two large bedrooms and game room upstairs with balcony overlooking the pool, putting green and incredible views
• Sprawling outdoor living area incorporates the outdoor kitchen, pool/spa and putting green arena • The 9.3 acres is totally fenced and gated • Master Transferable Full Golf Membership is available
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152 RIVERWOOD $989,900 +/- 4,700 Square Feet Enjoy relaxing and secluded living with this hill country Mediterranean home built by Burdick & Christofilis. The home is nestled among immaculate landscaping and oaks that lead you to a private pool and spa. • • •
4 bedrooms, 4.5 bath all on one level and 3 car garage Luxurious large master suite with his\hers closets and private access to the pool/spa The property is gated\fenced and is accented with lush landaping on 2.3 acres.
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The adjoining lots are also available which would make this a 6.8 acre estate Open floor plan is eloquently appointed throughout and lends to entertaining inside and out Chef’s kitchen with gourmet touches including gas cook range, center island and
breakfast bar • Tile and hardwood floors throughout the house • Open great room is accented with a rock fireplace and views of the outdoor living pool and spa
• Handsome study has built -ins; game/ media room has access to the outdoor living area • All within walking distance to the private • 70+ acre river/creek park. • Master Full Golf Membership available
25 augusta $2,699,000 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
108 ARROYO $695,000
• 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
+/-3,700 Square Feet
This beautifully appointed hill country home sits among the richly developed area of Riverwood in Cordillera Ranch. The open floor plan includes an island kitchen with gas cook top. Enjoy the peaceful and quiet setting leading from the back porch to the beautifully landscaped pool/spa on 2.37 acres. • 4 Bedroom, 3 bath, formal dining, home office and media room · Oversized 3 car garage · Kitchen with gas cook top and center island, breakfast bar · Spacious open great room with vaulted
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ceilings and fireplace · Large back porch leads to a private pool and hot tub with custom decking and landscaping • Rustic Alder and custom painted cabinetry
· Custom faux painting in great room, kitchen and dining · Wired for stereo, security system and computer networking · Home theater equipment and furniture remain
· Hill country architecture including rock and metal seam roof
112 Horseshoe bend $920,000 3,984 Square Feet Beautiful Burdick/Christofilis Mediterranean designed home sits amongst 6.23 acres of undisturbed views. This spacious open floor plan is perfect for the family that wants to entertain. Sit in your living room and look out over your infinity pool that blends in with the views of the Texas Hill Country. If you are looking for privacy it does not get any better than this! • Elegant and functional kitchen with double • Separate walk in closets. . Two fireplaces for your enjoyment. ovens, gas cooktop, Alder cabinetry, and . Masculine office/study. . Heated infinity pool. granite countertops. . Elegant family living area with crown . Huge game room with full bath. • Oversized master bedroom with sprawling moldings, vaulted ceilings, and travertine master bath. floors.
. Expertly designed Panache landscaping. • Massive 3 car garage. 
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We provide the ideas and products that enrich outdoor lifestyles! For decades the team behind HOMEFIELD has continually aimed to provide area families with the finest in outdoor living products and services. Whether you want a full outdoor living environment designed and installed or just one of our many industry leading products you won’t find a better choice than HOMEFIELD.
Our showroom in New Braunfels makes it easy for you to create the backyard that will enrich your daily life. HOMEFIELD has done the work for you by assembling a large and growing range of unique outdoor living products you won’t find anywhere else along with the areas finest contractors into a single 50,000 square foot outdoor showroom. Come visit us and learn more about what makes HOMEFIELD the leader in innovative outdoor living.
HOMEFIELD
1975 IH35 New Braunfels, TX 78130 830-626-1971
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Shade Structures • Modular Pools • Play Systems • Sport Courts • Decking • Trampolines • Basketball Goals • Outdoor Kitchens
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Linda StottS Allied Member, ASID Owner & Designer
linda@lindastotts.com
24165 IH-10 West, Ste 233 San Antonio, Texas 78257 (in Leon Springs, next to HEB)
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CORDILLERA RANCH LIVING
808 Hwy 46 East Boerne, Texas 78006