M O E C L TO E W W H E R E F U N FA L L S F R O M
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IN BRAND-NEW HOMES. THIS IS A PLACE WHERE YOU
WRITE YOUR OWN STORY.
WHAT’S INSIDE
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When we chose this historical ground that is now Kissing Tree, we knew it was the place to create a Boomer community with a Texas attitude. SITUATED IN SAN MARCOS, TEXAS on 1,300 acres with an 18-hole semi-private golf course, an 18-hole short game course, and 18 miles of hiking and biking trails, the views just keep on coming. Hundred-year-old live oak trees welcome you home. And like-minded neighbors provide a genuine sense of community and connection. KISSING TREE’S HOUSES ARE THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED for how you live and entertain. An inviting variety of architectural styles, floor plans and design finishes allows residents to build homes that reflect individual tastes and collectively create an interesting and dynamic streetscape. Upon completion of our gated community, there will be an estimated 3,200 homes. AND JUST OUTSIDE YOUR FRONT DOOR is a backdrop for pursuing passions or setting out on new adventures. Our incredible collection of indoor and outdoor amenities is designed with legendary living in mind. DISCOVER A LEGEND IN THE MAKING. Visit our model homes and capture a glimpse of living life on your own terms at Kissing Tree.
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KISSING TREE IS
in the middle of where you want to be Why settle for a slice of Hill Country living when you can have the whole pie? Craft beer, live music and legendary nightlife in Austin. Two-stepping down the road at Gruene Hall or antiquing in the German town of Fredericksburg. Captivating history and refreshing margaritas just to the south in San Antonio. Plus, the pristine natural beauty all around ain’t too shabby either. Yep, being “where the action is” was ALWAYS part of Kissing Tree’s plan.
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No two ways about it: San Marcos is the best of what makes Texas, Texas. Here, there’s always another indoor or outdoor adventure to fill your days (and nights). There’s a sense of freedom in the warm Hill Country air. And there’s a certain kind of hospitality you just can’t find anywhere else.
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Take the Road Less Traveled
Kissing Alley Mural
Concert in the Park
Accent Lighting
San Marcos Square
Texas State University
San Marcos River
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Cheatham Street Warehouse
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loat and fish cool rivers or hike scenic
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hills. Cruise winding backcountry roads
75 MILES OF SAN MARCOS RIVER
on two or four wheels. Sip on craft beer downtown or craft musical memories at Cheatham Street Warehouse. Nestled
14 MUSEUMS + GALLERIES
in the heart of the Texas Hill Country,
The Proof: 1. College town cool – home to the Texas State University Bobcats 2. Outdoor adventures abound – river-paddling fun + sensational scenic views
San Marcos is where small-town charm and big-city conveniences come together. Restaurants, shops, hospitals,
7 BREWERIES + WINERIES
coffee shops and college sports serve an estimated population of 59,000. A 10 -minute drive is all you need to
17 BBQ RESTAURANTS
experience everything this historic
3. Low cost of living – 13 percent below the national average
Texas town has to offer. Plus, if you’ve
4. Warm climate – suited for active living all year long
airports in San Antonio and Austin are
5. Community involvement – better you, better community
forget, Central Texas is home to some
got a case of the travel bug, major 7 HISTORIC DISTRICTS
just 30 miles away. Oh, and don’t of the world’s most revered (and mouthwatering) barbecue. —5—
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rom the birth of television to the rock n’ roll revolution to the civil rights movement, Boomers have always done life, well, big. This defining generation changed America for the better. You’re still changing it. And this Hill Country community was dreamed up, designed and built with you in mind. At Kissing Tree, we know there’s nothing “cookie cutter” about you. And whether you’re moving cross country, creating a new home just down the road, or yearning for the next big adventure, we know that you’re meant to keep exploring, learning, creating, or just chilling. We’re committed to building homes and fostering a lifestyle for the energy and attitude of Boomers, and that’s no easy feat. We get that you want your home. Your Hill Country view. Your fun. And none of the nonsense. You want a vibrant and active community that lets you live life on your own terms. You want a place where you can keep writing your story. And we respect that. Because the next chapter is what Kissing Tree is all about.
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Fill in the __F ___U__N __!__ Setting the alarm (or not!) to get up tomorrow morning at the crack of _____________. Can’t wait to _________. But first things NOUN AC TIVIT Y first. Java. A _____________ with a ____________ and a side of Hill BRE AKFAST FOOD ANOT HER FOOD Country ___________ by the __________. Headlines online, or a few FOOD PL ACE IN HOME chapters of ___________? Second cup o’ joe with ____________ BOOK PERSON before we ___________ the _________. Gotta warm up and loosen VERB NOUN up before our ________ game of _________ this afternoon. Hit the ADJEC TIVE SPOR T clubhouse and grab a quick ____________ at Tarbox & Brown. FOOD Game on! (Predicted score ______ to ______. Victory certain.) Then NUMBER NUMBER need to check a few things off the list at _________. Chill time. STORE Nap or tinker with the ___________. Too early for a cold ________ NOUN DRINK at __________? Nah, it’s ________ o’clock somewhere. Dinner on NUMBER PL ACE the river at _________ then _______ a __________ with _________. RESTAUR ANT VERB NOUN PERSON Or, we could invite ___________ over, grill some ____________, and PERSON ME AT play a _________ round of __________. Little decisions. Big stories. GAME ADJEC TIVE
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MIX IT
UP
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18 - HOLE GOLF COURSE 18 - HOLE PUTTING COURSE DRIVING RANGE
ARTS & CULTURE
FOOD & DRINK
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Create Taste T hrive
THE MIX SHORT GAME PRACTICE AREA GOLF CLUBHOUSE AND PRO SHOP
TARBOX & BROWN RESTAURANT INDEPENDENCE HALL SOCIAL BUILDING 18 MILES OF HIKE & BIKE TRAILS RESORT - STYLE POOL INDOOR POOL FITNESS CENTER PICKLEBALL COURTS TENNIS COURTS BOCCE BALL COURTS HORSESHOE PITS DEMONSTRATION KITCHEN INDOOR/OUTDOOR BAR BILLIARDS BIERGARTEN AMPHITHEATER DOG PARK —9—
Kissing Tree is the
Laughter. Love.
You don’t just live at
ultimate blank
Enchiladas. All good
Kissing Tree. You
canvas for creative
things happen
live it up. That’s
souls and culture
around the table.
because we surround
junkies alike. Curate
That’s why Kissing
you with all you need
your passions and
Tree makes taste a
for an active
cultivate community
top priority. Savor
lifestyle. Individual
through museums,
every bite (and sip)
pursuits and team
exhibits, theatre,
at Tarbox & Brown,
competition keep the
music, festivals,
the Biergarten or
body, mind and soul
lectures and classes.
our demo kitchen.
perfectly toned.
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March to the Beat of your own
Create
Strum
ARTS & CULTURE
Kissing Tree is the ultimate blank canvas for creative souls and culture junkies alike. Curate your passions and cultivate community through museums, exhibits, theatre, music, festivals, lectures and classes.
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FOOD & DRINK
Taste
Pull up a chair
Laughter. Love. Enchiladas. All good things happen around the table. That’s why Kissing Tree makes taste a top priority. Savor every bite (and sip) at Tarbox & Brown, the Biergarten or our demo kitchen.
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1. STAY OUT OF THE KITCHEN! 2. A DILLBALL IS A LIVE BALL 3. VOLLE Y LLAMAS GET YOU NOWHERE 4. FALAFEL = AWFULLY SHORT 5. DON’T GET “PICKLED”!
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T hrive
It’s all in a day’s work(out ).
HEALTH & WELLNESS
You don’t just live at Kissing Tree. You live it up. That’s because we surround you with all you need for an active lifestyle. Individual pursuits and team competition keep the body, mind and soul perfectly toned.
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PICKLEBALL
Pick up a paddle and become an overnight “pickler” at one of The Mix’s 8 pickleball courts.
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SHORT GAME COURSE
Smooth out your short game or putter around with the family at our 18-hole short game course.
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SOCIAL BUILDING Laugh with friends and let out your true unfiltered self at Kissing Tree’s social hub, Independence Hall.
F I TNE SS CENTER & INDOOR POOL Fit fitness into your regular routine and set weekly workout goals.
BOCCE BALL
Trust us: You’ll be braggin’ on your skills after a few big wins on our bocce ball courts.
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BIERGAR TEN
The good life is always brewin’ at Kissing Tree’s Biergarten. Stop by for a pint or two!
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RE SOR T-S T YLE POOL
Sunbathe, cannonball or sit back with a good book. Our resort-style pool is an ideal place to enjoy the day.
HIKE & BIKE TR AIL S
Walk, run, bike and experience 18 miles of amazing on our on-site nature trails.
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THE MIX THIS ALL-ENCOMPASSING LIFESTYLE HUB IS WHERE YOU CAN SURROUND YOURSELF WITH ALL THE THINGS YOU LOVE. PLAN YOUR DAY TO A “TEE” OR MAKE IT UP AS YOU GO. BOCCE BALL, SWIMMING, PICKLEBALL, GOLF. YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT FUN YOU’LL STUMBLE UPON AT THIS TEXAS-SIZED PARTY DESTINATION.
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18-hole lotta fun!
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DESIGNER GAR Y STEPHENSON HAS COLL ABOR ATED WIT H MASTERS OF T HE GAME LIKE BY RON NEL SON AND PHIL MICKEL SON.
18th HOLE
DRIVING RANGE
T HE GOLF COURSE IS BUILT WIT H KISSING TREE’S HILL COUNTR Y L ANDSCAPE, FLOR A AND FAUNA IN MIND.
T HE KISSING TREE GOLF CLUBHOUSE INCLUDES TARBOX & BROWN, AN AFTER -PL AY OR AN Y-DAY RESTAUR ANT.
GOLF CLUBHOUSE
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iscover our beautiful
Troon. Hit a few buckets of balls
18-hole semi-private golf
or blow off some steam and keep
course — the centerpiece of
your long game strong at the
Kissing Tree’s green landscape. Residents and players will enjoy the lush rolling hills and Hill Country views on this Audubon-rated course.
driving range. Not to mention
Get in the Swing!
IT ’S E ASY TO GE T IN T HE SWING ON OUR 18-HOLE SHOR T GAME COURSE.
the Kissing Tree Golf Clubhouse provides access to a fully-stocked pro shop, relaxing bar and an inviting onsite restaurant,
The versatile course plays to a
Tarbox & Brown, with a full bar
par of 72 and offers a wide range
and a tempting menu of
of tees from 4,955 to 6,522 yards
traditional American food.
— all professionally managed by
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GOLF
CLUB
GO BIG & go home .
WHEN YOU MAKE KISSING TREE YOUR HOME,
you get so much more than a place to hang your hat. You get a blank canvas on which to craft your ideal lifestyle. A community and culture that feeds on active living, creative expression and a healthy portion of whatever fun the day cooks up. — 20 —
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BUILDER & DEVELOPER
BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL
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FLOOR PLANS
1,300
ACRES
1,400 to 3,400 square feet
3,200
HOMES
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ARCHITECTURALLY DISTINCT EXTERIORS
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P E R F E C T LY P L A C E D
HILL COUNTRY COMMUNITY — 21 —
Your home.
Hill Country Views Included. — 22 —
Whether you are perched high on a hill, along the fairway’s rolling greens or on a quiet cul-de-sac close to great neighbors, Kissing Tree has a view to match your unique perspective.
Yourway.
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t Kissing Tree, we believe you should have your say in the design of your new home. That’s why our design team works with you every step of the way to make sure each decision and detail reflects what makes you, you. So we’ve got options. Whether you are all-in for an outdoor kitchen or have always had your heart set on a walk-in closet, come sit down with our expert design team and customize your home from start to paint finish.
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Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc. has been developing exciting master planned communities
Outlets Centerpoint Rd.
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TO HOUSTON
and building homes of distinction throughout North America since 1958. Based in Calgary, our executive headquarters operates with the same strong values as we do here in Central Texas – passion, quality, integrity, and community.
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WHAT IN THE
Sam Houston KIND OF NAME IS
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his Kissing Tree is actually kind of a Texas legend. It’s 1857, and a war hero named Sam Houston is running for governor. He’s made his way to the newly settled town of San Marcos, where the whole community has gathered to hear him speak. Sam Houston stands under the shade of an enormous live oak; behind him a Texas flag, handmade by the women of San Marcos. To Sam Houston, that flag was a special kind of hospitality – one that should be celebrated. So the general thanked each of these kind ladies with a kiss on the cheek. Back then, this had a touch of impropriety and gave people something to talk about. They remembered it so well that the majestic live oak came to be known as the Kissing Tree. We named our community after the welcoming spirit that inspired this legend. And, as it so happens, we think Kissing Tree is still something to talk about.
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