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Course of the year Cordillera Ranch awarded prestigious national “Course of the Year” by The National Golf Course Owners Association.
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Life’s an adventure Adam Clements loves the hunting grounds in some of the world’s most distant locations. After all, he was born there. Growing up in East Africa, Adam developed a distinct appreciation for this area, and knew very early on that he would turn his passion into a business. BY BEN SCHOOLEY
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Boerne performing arts recap A recap of the 2013 season and a preview for what’s to come in 2014.
ALSO INSIDE: 16 Welcome Letter 20 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 22 Cordillera Ranch Scene 24 Clubs’ 2014 manager’s update 26 Golf 30 Boerne performing arts recap 38 STAFF PROFILE - Eric Metzger 40 Outdoors 42 DEVELOPER - di lusso villas 50 Star student - jack monday 54 Home Tour 58 MaRIsol Luncheon recap 62 Builder’s Fair 64 bergheim volunteer fire dept. 66 cordillera ranch realty
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There’s a common theme resonating around Cordillera Ranch these days: the #1. In recent years the golf course has been honored with accolades such as the #1 New Golf Course in Texas and hole 16 has been named the Best Hole in Texas by Dallas Morning News. A recent addition to the list of #1’s for Cordillera Ranch was being award as National Golf Course Owners Association’s “Golf Course of the Year,” a prestigious honor that you’ll read more about in this issue. Sticking with the #1 theme at Cordillera Ranch, no golfer on the planet has been hotter in recent months than Cordillera’s resident PGA Tour professional, Jimmy Walker. After wrapping up his best season on Tour in 2013, Jimmy wasted no time getting his first career PGA Tour win at the season-opening Frys.com Open, firing weekend rounds of 62, 66. Jimmy wasted no time racking up wins number two and three of the season over the next few months and vaulting himself into the #1 spot on the FedEx Cup standings and amongst some impressive company. With the early season win flurry, Jimmy joined Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and David Duval as one of only four players to have won three times in the first eight starts to a season in the last twenty years- not too shabby of a fraternity. What’s exciting is to see what the rest of the year holds for Jimmy, who currently holds the course record of 63 at Cordillera Ranch. Jimmy’s worked hard for many years for this success so it’s well-deserved, and what’s been fun has been how the great members at Cordillera Ranch have rallied around him in support and how graciously he’s handled it all. This brings us to our last #1: Clubs of Cordillera Ranch members. You won’t find a better group of members at any private club anywhere around the country. It’s an honor not only for Cordillera Ranch to be honored by outsiders in awe of the amenities, but the real satisfaction comes from the pride that so many of our great members have in the Club!! Thank you for all of your support. Now let’s just hope that our list of #1’s goes on to be as lengthy of a list as local country legend and Cordillera Ranch member George Strait’s list of 60 #1 Hits -which is, of course, the most #1’s of all-time! Regards,
Charlie Hill Vice President Cordillera Ranch
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www.cordilleraranch.com 830.336.3570 www.facebook.com/cordillera.ranch PUBLISHERS: SMV Texas Design Group, LLC / Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation SMV TEXAS DESIGN GROUP, LLC CEO/PRESIDENT Benjamin D. Schooley ben@smvtexas.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR Benjamin Weber ben.weber@smvtexas.com CORDILLERA RANCH DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION VICE PRESIDENT Charlie Hill cphill@cordilleraranch.com CONTACT: Cordillera Ranch Living Magazine 930 E. Blanco, Ste. 200, Boerne, TX 78006 210-507-5250 info@smvtexas.com Cordillera Ranch Sales 830-336-3570 info@cordilleraranch.com Clubs of Cordillera Ranch 830-336-9000 Cover & cover feature photography provided by West Vita Photography. 830-431-1157, www.westvita.com
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. 930 E. Blanco, Ste. 200, 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 Come check out the new Ranch Menu available every day! Great new features! Tuesday Evenings Fajitas & Rita
Wednesday Evenings CORDILLERA RANCH GOLD RUSH
Wednesday Evenings CARDIO TENNIS
$15.95 Adults and $7.95 for children under 10. 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Join us for a South Texas Favorites featuring Beef & Chicken Fajitas, Chicken Enchiladas with Salsa Verde, Beef Taco Salad, Guacamole, Queso, Rice, Beans and all the fixings. Enjoy $5 Blue Margaritas and $4 Mexican Beer.
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 the current Club credit. ($50 added for next week’s drawing if winner not present)
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Contact Cordillera Ranch Tennis Pro Glenn at 830.336.4660 at the tennis shop or by e-mail: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com.
Thursday - Saturday Evenings CORDILLERA RANCH’S SIGNATURE DINNER MENU
Friday Evenings SIGNATURE DINING
Saturdays CARDIO TENNIS
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Join us for dinner at the Club as we spotlight our Chef’s finest steak and seafood features, delivering an unparalleled fine dining experience.
Featuring live entertainment from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Join us for an elegant dining experience, live music and Chef’s finest features. Advance reservations strongly suggested.
Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. Contact Cordillera Ranch Tennis Pro Glenn at 830.336.4660 at the tennis shop or by e-mail: gbarton@cordilleraranch.com.
Keep up with new events at the Clubs on facebook at www.facebook.com/cordillera.ranch and on twitter at twitter.com/cordilleraranch and in weekly e-mails. If your contact info has changed, please e-mail info@cordilleraranch.com and we will update you in the system
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MARCH March 11 - 14 Spring Break Camps - Sports Quest Camp!!!
9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. For ages 8 to 18 at the Tennis Shop. This is a camp for those who love sports and look to improve skills or want to be exposed to other sports opportunities! Campers will participate in tennis, touch football, basketball, soccer, softball, and other great sports. Cost is $210 for the week and includes equipment and lunch. Call the tennis shop at 830-336-4660
March 11 - 14 Spring Break Horse Camp
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Fee: $250 (includes all camp materials and lunch) Equestrian Center This camp is designed for kids 7 and up with beginner riding skills. Maximum of 8 participants, so sign up early! Camp includes fun filled and educational days of riding, class work and hands on with horses. Our horse camps focus
APRIL April 5 Tennis - Men’s Doubles
This will be a competitive event with the results being permanently engraved in our “Champions Gallery”! Tennis starts at 9:00 and play will continue through the day.
April 8 - 9 TEXAS TOWNE MATCHES
Inter-Club matches to be held at Carlton Woods and Miramont. Cordillera Ranch members will be competing against members from some of the finest clubs in the Southwest. The team is made up of the top finishers in the MGA Cup Points race that ended in October of last year. Contact the Golf Shop for more information.
April 11 1 day Masters Member Guest
Lunch 11:00, Shotgun 12:30 p.m. Entry Fee with 1 Guest: $135; 2 Guests: $235 3 Guests: $315 Please call the Golf Shop to sign up your team. It is hard to believe but we are just one month away from arguably the biggest golf tournament of the year, The Masters. To celebrate this event we are going to be hosting our first ever Masters One-Day Member-Guest tournament on Friday April 12 with a 12:30 Shotgun. This is the first event in our year-long series of tournaments during golf’s four Major championships where members can invite one, two or three guests out for a great day of golf here at Cordillera Ranch. The format of play will once again be two net best ball of the foursome. Each team will be drawing two players from The Masters and adding their score to the team score. The entry fee includes
on complete horsemanship skills and emphasize safety, learning, and FUN! Call Taylor at 210.249.8116 or email at tdoll@ cordilleraranch.com with any questions.
March 12 - 14 Cordillera Cubs Spring Break Clinic
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $165 (includes lunch and golf equipment if needed). Golf Practice Park (meet in front of the golf shop at 9:00 a.m. daily).This camp is designed for kids 7 and up with beginner golf skills. Camp includes fun and educational days from our PGA Golf Professionals. The camp will focus on improving golf skills, golf fitness, rules and etiquette! Call the golf shop at 830336-4653 or email Gevin Allen PGA at gallen@ cordilleraranch.com with any questions or to sign up.
Spring Break Tennis Camp
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Ages 8 to 18 at the Tennis courts. This tennis camp is for those 8 to 18 with an interest in learning to play the game. Both Pro’s will be working hard to help take our
a Southern-Style lunch, Masters tee-gift, hors d’oeuvres and prizes following play.
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campers to the top. Campers will participate in drills, games, and match play. Cost is $160 for the week.
March 20 Pinot & Pearls
World’s largest pearl distributor comes to Cordillera Ranch! Cocktails, Hors D’oeuvres, Prizes & Shopping, with complimentary pearl studs for each attendee! 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
March 22 - 23 Eighth Annual Cordillera Cup
Ryder Cup Format (Four-Ball, Foursome and Singles). $145 - Includes food, tee-gifts and prizes. Friday night Pairings Party 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
March 22 Spring Kickoff
Join us poolside for live music, dancing, and great food! 6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
March 29 Men’s Tennis Member Guest
This Year’s annual Men’s Member Guest Tennis event will start at 8:30 with introductions, rules explanation, and serious fun tastiest options for your special Sunday! Kids will enjoy a special appearance by the Easter Bunny and adults can enjoy champagne and a Mimosa or two. This is sure to be a brunch you won’t soon forget!
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Join us for our Seventh Annual Demo Day. Members will receive special discounts on all hard goods purchased or ordered on that day only. Come try the newest equipment from TaylorMade, Callaway, Adams, Titleist, Cleveland, Nike, Ping, Cleveland, Srixon, Nicklaus Golf, Footjoy and Sky Golf. Complimentary hot dogs and sodas will be available from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
April 22 Seniors Interclub
April 15 Hoing Wine Dinner
9:00 a.m. shotgun
This will be the 5th annual ladies member guest event. This event is about old and new friend’s fun day of tennis and catching up. Breakfast and lunch is served and prizes awarded. Play starts at 9:00 and the day will finish around 2:00.
April 19 EggstravaganzA
April 25 Five at Five
April 16 - 17 Fiesta Tournament
Come out to the Equestrian Center for a fun and “egg”stravagant afternoon of Easter fun! We will have the Easter Bunny visiting, egg hunt, games, horses, and more! Participants will have some fun and unique picture opportunities and enjoy an afternoon lunch. Please contact Kristen Lewis at klewis@ cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.9000 to sign up or for more information.
This competition is held monthly at various facilities across San Antonio and the Hill Country. A representative from each facility is in charge of putting the teams together to participate. 11:00 a.m. lunch and 12:30 p.m. Shotgun. Entry Fee: $75
April 24 Ladies Tennis Member Guest
Wine Tasting on the patio (weather permitting)
April 26 El Compadre Member/Member Golf Tournament
Two-Man Combined Quota and Net BB Quota $350 per team includes fabulous tee-gifts, prizes and food. Saturday night Casino Party for participants and spouses. Come and enjoy one of the best events of the year!
April 20 Easter Brunch
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THE CLUBS
THE Clubs’ 2014 manager’s update By Monty Becton, General Manager
I’m proud to announce that the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch was awarded Golf Course of The Year by the NGCOA (National Golf Course Owners Association) which represents over 5,000 golf courses nationally. The award was based on Quality of the Golf Course, Quality of Ownership and Management, Contributions to the Community, and Contributions to the
conference on Wednesday, February 5th. Jack Nicklaus was also presented with the Award of Merit that evening, which is a nice coincidence since he designed our golf course. We certainly aren’t resting on our achievements. Let me share a few additional initiatives that make Cordillera Ranch the place to be!
Game. I can’t emphasize enough how special this prestigious recognition is because it goes beyond golf, to include other essential elements that make a club special, like giving back. This accomplishment would not have been possible without the support and contributions of our Staff, Owners, and you the Members. The awards presentation took place in Orlando, Florida during the annual NGCOA
Our food and beverage team has been hard at work updating our menus with delicious new items. We’ve also developed a relationship with Ronald Beeman who is the Chairman of Texas-based, HeartBrand beef. Their ranch specializes in raising Akaushi beef and is the only one of its kind in the United States. Akaushi beef is known for its outstanding flavor as well as its health benefits. We’ll be hosting a special dinner on Thursday, March 27th to introduce our Members to this product and further explain its benefits. We’ll also feature Akaushi beef exclusively on our signature dinner menu beginning in April. To learn more about HeartBrand beef visit www.heartbrandbeef.com. If you feel the urge to dance at the practice park, it may mean you hear music. We’ve enhanced your experience with the addition of music on the east end of the park. This spring you’ll notice improvements taking place on the golf course. We’re in the process of hiring a contractor who will be responsible for improving several areas of the course that have deteriorated over time or never
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matured as originally designed. This work is intended to improve both the aesthetics and playability of the course. We anticipate the improvements will begin in March and should be complete by the end of May, weather permitting. We’re also in the process of developing a new web site for The Clubs. Our goal is to add a more visually appealing, robust site with improved email communication. You’ll see a new look in our email templates, a more user-friendly tool to view your statements online as well as enhancements to the reservation system and bill payment. We initiated the project
last week and anticipate rolling it out in April, so please be on the lookout for updates relating to this new resource. I realize that many of our Members are frequent travelers and if you are like me, it can be challenging to find a parking spot at the airport. We’ve developed a relationship with a group at the San Antonio Airport that specializes in valet parking. Valet Couture will ride with you from their facility next to the airport cell phone lot and conveniently drop you and your luggage off at the terminal. When you return they will deliver your vehicle
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to you curbside at baggage claim. I’ve used this service on two occasions and they have done an outstanding job. The best part, we’ve arranged special pricing for our Members! Call (210-587-7258) and simply identify yourself as a Cordillera Ranch Member and your rate will be $16.00 for 3 days or less and $14.50 for 4 days or more. In June I’ll be hosting a group of our Members on a very special trip (Signature Vacation) to Dallas for our Member George Strait’s final performance of The Cowboy Rides Away tour. I’ve been a fan of George Strait since I was in college back in the early 80s; I remember fondly driving from Lubbock to South Padre Island for spring break listening to his music in a car full of my friends. I would expand on those memories, but for some reason once we got to South Padre my memory is a blur! On August 3rd – 8th our Food & Beverage Director Manny Ortiz along with Debbie Pepper our Director of Membership will be hosting our 3rd annual trip to the wine country for a Signature Vacation California style. This trip is always a sell out and similar to my trip to South Padre, can become blurry for the Members participating. Most of you recognize the tag line “This is living pure and simple”; the Members who participated in this adventure last year created a customized version of our tag line - “This is living, not so pure and not so simple”! It’s going to be a very fun and exciting year around The Club, I look forward to seeing all of you while you’re enjoying our beautiful amenities or sending you off on one of our Signature Vacations. See you at The Club!
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March marks the beginning of the busy Spring golf season here in South Texas. Not only is it a great time to come out and play with some friends or clients when the golf course is in fantastic shape, but we also have a number of events that highlight the tournament calendar. We have some important staff news to announce that will be effective March 1st. Longtime Assistant Golf Professional Gevin Allen will be our new Director of Instruction. Gevin has an outstanding teaching background and will be developing a year-round instructional program for our members. He will be creating opportunities for golfers of all skill levels, including men, ladies, juniors and seniors. He has a wonderful passion for teaching and I know he is excited to help everyone improve their game. David Murrah will assume the title of Head Golf Professional and has done a great job since joining our team last May. If you have not yet met Sarah Mason, she is our new Golf Shop Manager and will be handling our merchandising responsibilities. The 8th Annual Cordillera Cup will take place Saturday and Sunday March 22nd-23rd. This Ryder Cup style team competition is the most popular tournament we have amongst our members and thus continues to grow in numbers every year. Last year, the Northington team continued their victory string in one of the closest competitions in the tournament’s history. Despite the event’s one-sidedness, the format is always fun and part of being a team is what makes this event so special. The Cordillera Ranch Golf Professional staff will once again be hosting an Adult Short Game Clinic Tuesday-Thursday March 25th-27th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm at the Practice Park. This always seems to be a well-attended event and space is limited to the first 24 participants. Focus will once again be on Chipping and Pitching, Bunker play and Putting. March means the return of the Valero Texas Open here in San Antonio. Golf San Antonio has done a terrific job with this event in their efforts to make this one of the best events on the PGA Tour. Valero continues to sponsor the event and help make it the leading tournament on the PGA tour with over $9 million going to charity last year. I am sure our very own Jimmy Walker will be playing this year so I hope you will consider supporting him and head over and watch the best players in the world compete at the TPC San Antonio course. The Blockbuster Demo Day is set for Saturday April 12th from 9:00am -3:00pm. We have added a few things this year to make the event even more entertaining, including music, beer and a few apparel vendors that will help create a very festive atmosphere. We once again will have a fantastic group of manufacturers lined up to showcase the latest technology in golf clubs. We will have special discounts on products purchased or ordered that day only so I hope you have the chance to take advantage of this unique opportunity. Complimentary sodas and hot dogs will be available so come and enjoy the day with us. The El Compadre Member-Member will take place April 26th-27th. The format will once again be a Two-Man Quota and Net Best Ball Quota and we will continue the popular Saturday Casino night that has become a big part of the event. Put this date on your calendar and come join us for a great time with good friends. We also will be hosting our Major’s series of One Day Member-Guests’ this year and our Master’s One Day Member-Guest will kick us off. The tournament is scheduled for Friday, April 11 and is a great way to bring up to three guests and showcase all of the beautiful Cordillera Ranch facilities and incredible Jack Nicklaus Signature Course. Check with the Golf Shop at 830-336-4653 for format and details. As you can see, we have some great events to participate in so come out and play some golf! See you on the course, Marc DeWall, PGA Director of Golf, The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch mdewall@cordilleraranch.com | 830.336.4653
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The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch had its soft opening in the summer of 2006. Junior golf programs at Cordillera Ranch began one month later. We have had a variety of junior golfers with different playing abilities over the years, some with significant playing achievements. Nick Thornton, Taylor Coleman and Luke Hendry are just a few who have won AJGA events, Club championships or even qualified for an LPGA Tour event. We have a number of different junior golf programs here at the Club and offer something for everyone. Weekly after school clinics are held during the school year and summer camps are offered June through August. Juniors are also tested in their ability to compete. Junior champions are determined each year and special awards are given. Our PGA Professional staff has over 50 years of experience teaching junior golfers. Here are a few key components of our junior golf program and the different ways you can get your child involved: Fundamentals of the golf game, including basic swing techniques, grip and short game instruction Integration of the core values of the golf game, from proper etiquette to good sportsmanship—values which are important on and off the course. Instruction on and around the golf course to familiarize juniors with “real world” playing conditions A small group environment to provide hands-on instruction and attention to each junior participant A link between fitness and golf to better educate the juniors’ specific movements needed for the golf swing. Club fitting for the junior golfers to determine the correct specifications of every age and height Cordillera Ranch After School Clinic The Cordillera Ranch After-School Clinic features golf instruction programs on a consistent basis throughout the year. The weekly clinic is offered in a fun, supportive, and safe learning environment. The after school clinic follows the school year calendar and provides flexibility. Students are welcome to participate for the entire year, for a season, or on a weekly basis. The clinic is every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm during the school year. Cordillera Cubs Junior Golf Camp The Cordillera Junior Golf Camps are held during the summer and are a great way to introduce youngsters to the game
as well as intermediate level juniors. The four-day camps teach each junior golfer at his/her own level of experience. The format introduces all parts of the game, including rules and etiquette. Kids are introduced to the beginning TPI fitness program which can help juniors develop certain necessary skills to swing the golf club. Junior golfers leave the camp with a better understanding of the golf swing and the game. The Cordillera Cubs Golf Camp is also held during Spring Break week.
Cordillera Ranch Junior Golf Tournaments and Annual Awards Program Every year Cordillera Ranch has two annual events for the juniors: the Junior Club Championship and the ParentChild Championship. We also recognize the outstanding juniors for their year round performance. The Junior Club Championship determines the best junior golfers at Cordillera Ranch. The tournament is separated into different age divisions from 7 to 17. The younger divisions play limited holes while the oldest division plays 18 holes. The winner from the oldest division is crowned as the Junior Club Champion. As golf professionals, we take an active role in the day walking with and assisting the groups, especially the younger divisions. It is a great opportunity to gauge their progress as well as teach etiquette and the rules of the game. The Parent Child Championship is a great way for juniors to spend time with their parents and play. The scramble 9-hole format is forgiving and allows parents to introduce the younger juniors to the game of golf. Modified tees are created for the younger juniors while the older juniors play from the standard tees. The Summer Awards Party follows the Parent-Child Championship. Along with food and fun, three junior golfers are awarded into three separate categories: Player of the Year, Most Improved and Sportsmanship. TPI Junior Golf Fitness TPI Junior golf program focuses on the development of a junior golfer through fitness. Our goal for the junior golfer is to first develop fundamental movement skills and establishing functional movement patterns to teach golf-specific skills. The strength and flexibility of the juniors is also tested and improved to prevent injury. Exercises and movements skills for the junior golfers can be masked as games or “challenge stations.” Some examples
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of these stations that teach golf-specific skills are: Jumping (the jumping contests test and train the junior golfer’s explosive power needed for the golf swing) Side-throwing (side throwing can be a fun activity that teaches rotation power) One leg activities (performing the jumping and side-throwing with one leg improves the junior’s balance) The older and more advance junior golfers experience a program that will be more detailed, due to the fact that their golf swing has already been ingrained. They receive a personalized assessment that includes a 12-point fitness screen designed to determine the junior’s physical limitations. Limitations can lead to swing flaws. These limitations can be corrected with prescribed exercises. Club Fitting Club fitting for the juniors can present many challenges. Juniors are often forced into cutoff golf clubs that are too heavy and the grips are typically too big. This can lead to poor swing mechanics and sometimes can lead to injury. US Kids golf equipment was started in 1997. They have developed specialty golf clubs for juniors and an accurate fitting system. The golf clubs are lighter, shorter and user friendly. The fitting system determines set make-up as well as correct sizing specifications for each junior. We look forward to having your child participate this year. Whether they are looking to have fun, meet some new friends or really want to improve their game we are here to help. Please call the Golf Shop for more details and to get them started.
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Cordillera Ranch “Course of the Year” Cordillera Ranch – the Hill Country’s premier luxury community – has claimed “Course of the Year” honors for its Jack Nicklaus Signature design by the National Golf Course Owners Association. Vice President Charlie Hill and General Manager Monty Becton accepted the award for the property at the organization’s annual gala in Orlando last evening. The NGCOA’s highest prize recognizes one member course that demonstrates excellence in quality, ownership and management, contributing to both its community and the game. “We’re humbled to receive this honor among three other deserving national finalists and we’ll represent it with great respect,” says Hill. “Our 620-plus club members who are the ambassadors of Cordillera Ranch were proud to be named a finalist and are certainly going to share in the excitement of this prestigious accolade.” Making the moment more memorable for Cordillera Ranch, the recognition was presented on the same night that its acclaimed architect, Jack Nicklaus, was given the NGCOA’s Award of Merit.
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The tribute celebrated Nicklaus’ part in golf’s global expansion through his philanthropic endeavors and renowned design business. “Congratulations to the Hill’s and Cordillera Ranch,” Nicklaus noted in his acceptance speech. “It was a nice project and was a lot of fun to work on - and that, to me, is what it’s all been about. It’s been fun.” Opened in 2007, the course has consistently been ranked among the best in Texas, most recently placing fifth on the Dallas Morning News’ annual poll. Its par-3 16th has claimed the No. 1 spot as “Most Beautiful Hole” by the same publication for the past five years. The layout meanders through the rugged Hill County landscape, skirting native grasses, limestone ravines and bucolic prairieland. Zeon Zoysia covers its tee boxes and fairways, the same advanced grass strain to be employed on the 2016 Olympic field in Brazil, noted for its drought resistance and stellar teed-up lies. Among many member events, the heralded tract hosts the Cordillera Ranch
Shindig, raising nearly $1 million for local charities to date. It also helped organize a celebrity golf gathering to support wounded soldiers with mortgage-free homes through the Military Warriors Support Foundation. Hill recalled the early days in the links’ conception in his brief ceremonial speech. “When my dad was invited to Mr. Nicklaus’ home prior to starting the course’s development, the resonating image that assured him we were partnered with the right person was the centerpiece of his personal trophy case: a father-son golf trophy,” says Hill. “It instantly illustrated that his priority of family was in line with ours, and made for a great experience in the design and development of Cordillera Ranch.” The course is one of seven member amenities of the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, which also features an expansive 45,000 square-foot clubhouse, equestrian center, social and spa and athletic/fitness facilities, as well as Tennis/Swim, Rod and Gun, and River Clubs.
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COMMUNITY
BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS A R e c a p a n d P r e v i e w o f W h a t ’s t o C o m e By Sue Talford
orchestra, dance, choir and drama, in addition to a spacious and contemporary two-story lobby. The partnership with Boerne I.S.D. has proven to be more than meets the eye. Boerne Performing Arts FOR KIDS has already positively impacted over 7,000 local students and is scheduled to reach
In late 2011, a dedicated group of local residents banded together to promote a new avenue for talent, and thus Boerne’s first and only professional performing arts organization was born…Boerne Performing Arts!!! In the midst of their third season, this young organization has to date successfully presented The Ten Tenors, The StepCrew, Vienna Boys Choir, TAO: The Art of the Drum, Bowfire, Drumline Live, Celtic Nights. They are presently promoting their two upcoming events for 2014: Time for Three (March 25) and VocaPeople (October 23). With the opening of the Boerne Independent School District’s second high school campus in 2007, emphasis was placed on the development of an
extensive performing arts facility. Champion High School boasts a state-of-the-art auditorium seating approximately 985 that provides a clear line of vision from every seat in the house and has received accolades for its acoustics as well as its aesthetic qualities. Surrounding the auditorium are rehearsal facilities for band,
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an additional 2,000 students by the end of 2014. This program, totally funded through donations and sponsorships, is provided at no cost to the local youth. The myriad of offerings to local students include special one-hour student performances presented by the visiting artist, master classes for the high school performing arts students that are taught by the visiting artists, and Pre-Concert Preludes and Art Galleries that highlight the local fine arts students. These educational opportunities introduce local youth to the arts and provide an experience that will hopefully nurture the artists and audiences of the future. To maintain the educational outreach opportunities and enhance the number and notoriety of performances, the Boerne Performing Arts committee is embarking on a fundraising campaign for the first time in its short history. Their goal is to strengthen the organization, make it viable into the future, col-
laborate with the school district to supplement the quality and quantity of technical equipment at the auditorium, hire staff to support the volunteer base, and continue to create a first-class performing arts organization that is recognized throughout the State of Texas. According to Carol Schultz, Chairperson of Boerne Performing Arts, locals once had to look solely to San Antonio to receive the cultural enrichment provided by these types of performances. “But, Boerne Performing Arts is in full bloom now and that is no longer the case,” she says. “Having six totally sold out performances in our first two seasons speaks to the craving our residents have for quality performing arts. The community has demonstrated a desire to reach beyond their Texas and U.S. borders to learn about different cultures.” Tickets are available for the two remaining concerts in 2014! Sneak previews and ticket information available at www.BoernePerformingArts.com.
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Adam Clements loves the hunting grounds in some of the world’s most distant locations. After all, he was born there. Growing up in East Africa, Adam developed a distinct appreciation for this area, and knew very early on that he would turn his passion into a business. Adam Clements Safari Trackers was born, and allows him to continue his adventure. Adam begins, “I was born in Tanzania. My parents were missionaries for 42 years. My mom was a doctor, and my dad built hospitals and churches. Mom would train up the nurses and handle their pediatrics. Dad would go hunting every week to feed the hospital staff, so we would go hunting in an effort to support them. Hunting was a huge part of my life growing up.” As Adam grew up, so did his appreciation for the area. “I absolutely loved growing up in Africa. I was in boarding school as a kid, and it was absolutely in the boonies. I didn’t see another white person until I was 10. I grew up barefoot and in my underwear, which was totally normal. I’m lucky to have grown up that way.” Nearing graduation, Adam began to lay the foundation for his plans. “My plan was to stay over in Africa and be a professional hunter. We had visited the U.S. a few times, but I had no plans on coming back to the States at all. My dad told me I had to go to college, get my degree, and then I could do anything I wanted.” And with that, Adam was off to the University of Tennessee. “I hated college. I just couldn’t wait to graduate. I enjoyed my job, though. My parents were still in Africa, so I had no support here. To put myself through college, I became a cop and worked narcotics. It was just like hunting! I worked with the DEA, and that’s all I did at night; buy drugs, sell drugs, and arrest people. It was a blast.” Upon graduation in 1994, Adam immediately returned to Africa and Adam Clements Safari Trackers was born. In Africa, running a business like Adam’s requires the right connections in order to get access to the best hunting grounds. Luckily for Adam, as a lifelong resident, he knew all the right people and was able to get a good start. “Growing up there, I had connections all over the place. I had the connections, but I started off simple. I would get access to one little area, and we would take the clients hunting. From there, we’ve grown, and it has made
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Safari Trackers like an umbrella. Tanzania is my main country, but we have 9 other countries we work in now.” While some of the areas that Adam works in are not known for violence, some are. “For the most part, the areas we venture into are very, very safe. Some of the areas nearby are rough, but they’re isolated. It’s a very tribal area. When one leader moves in, and the next tribal group doesn’t like them, they have conflict. It’s been that way for thousands of years, and always will be. Tanzania, our main area, is a very safe area. Clients fly in, and they go to the bush. WWIII could start, and nobody would know. You’re completely isolated, and that’s part of the draw.” Quickly expanding, Adam Clements Safari Trackers exclusive environment is also part of the draw. “We take one client at a time and focus on them. It’s now 70% repeats and referrals. We’re bigger, but we’re all about quality. They’re exclusive trips – when you book three weeks at our camp, then it’s all yours, and we’ve grown to where we’re now doing about 100 hunts a year.” The growth of the company has also freed Adam up to oversee his operations from essentially anywhere. This freedom is what ultimately led him to Texas. “I do a lot of traveling now to scout out new places and ensure that things are going smooth, and one of my clients from San Antonio suggested I put an office here because hunting is big in this area and I had a lot of clients in Mexico, so I brought myself here in ’01. I actually lived here for a year in Cordillera Ranch with a friend. I’ve learned that there are certain parts of my business that I can’t delegate. Professional hunters are professional hunters. It’s all they want to do. It’s hard to find a hunter that can do the hunting and the marketing and the sales. Only I could do that. So it was finally enough to get me up here.” Working long hours and with substantial travel, Adam certainly wasn’t focused on his love life. And then he met Sarah. A pharmacist also focused on her career, she explains their chance meeting. “I met him at the gym. We had mutual friends that were going to set us up, but we met first. I thought he was very interesting. He took me to Africa 3 months later, and I just fell in love with it.” And, as
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you can imagine, this was a key qualifier for Adam. “It was absolutely love at first sight. I wanted to make sure she liked Africa and what I did, so once that was good, then the deal was sealed.” She continues, “We got married in Tanzania in the Serengeti. My folks were skeptical at first, but they warmed up pretty quick. Getting married in Africa was one of the only ways I could get them over there. But I got them there, and they loved it and are ready to come back.” With their new baby, Fairyn, Adam and Sarah continue to focus on the growth and stability of their business. While they both share an appreciation for hunting in exotic lands, they recognize that some do not. Adam says, “Hunting isn’t going over there and shooting stuff. It’s an adventure. It’s like anything else; the journey to getting to the moment of pulling the trigger is the fun. If there’s no value on an animal or anything else, it won’t be there. All hunting areas have villages surrounding them. The biggest threat to wildlife down there is overpopulation. You’ve got National Parks, surrounded by Preserves. We hunt the preserves. We do our own anti-poaching measures, especially on elephants. You have to educate the people that are in those villages that wildlife is a value; it’s a value because of the hunters. They get free meat from us, and they get money from the hunters. For example, in
the old days, a lion would kill a villager’s cow. He would then poison the cow, the entire pride would then eat the cow, and they would all die. We have educated them to understand that we will pay them for a new cow, and they then leave the lions alone. They understand now that the lion has a value, and they see how it benefits them.” On the other hand, overpopulation can cause problems as well, and hunters like Adam help control this issue as well. “If the population of animals isn’t controlled, it can be disastrous. Most people don’t realize that elephants are actually overpopulated. If left uncontrolled, the elephants knock over trees to get to the leaves, and they will eventually starve to death. Smart population control is vital.” With their new marriage and growing family, the Clements began to seek a home that would work well for their lives. Naturally, they looked first to Cordillera Ranch. Adam explains, “We decided we wanted to look for a house with a little bit of land. I also wanted an area for me to build my trophy room. We knew we wouldn’t find a specific home with a trophy room that would work for me, so we knew we would have to build it separately, and we’re about to break ground on that now.” Sarah continues, “We just love it here. I grew up on a farm, and so for me, the land is just gorgeous, and I’m so
happy to be here. I know that Adam has loved meeting so many people out here and it’s just been a wonderful adventure for our small family.” However, for a young family, the time spent apart can be a challenge. Sarah explains, “It’s not the easiest thing with his travels. I’m getting used to it. We don’t go for more than 6 weeks without him being gone any more. Four to six weeks is the longest. When we first met, he had already planned his hunts for a summer, and so he left for like 3 months. That was really hard. “ Adam adds, “With Sarah and the baby, my priorities are different now. I make my trips shorter, and we talk on the satellite phone a lot, but even that is hard because it is wildly expensive.” Adam and Sarah are continuing to expand their business, and seek new areas for growth. They are in talks with production companies for a TV deal that will document some of their hunts, and are partnering with more outfitters to handle the demand. Adam finishes, “As long as things keep going the same direction then I’m happy. I love what I do. From the desert to the rain forest to the Sahara, no two hunts are the same. I love to show clients where I grew up, and to watch them grow the same appreciation for it that I have.”
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STAFF PROFILE ERIC METZGER
Cordillera Ranch Realty emetzger@cordilleraranch.com 830.336.9000
HOMETOWN Annapolis, Maryland FAMILY Wife – Kelly, Children – Grayson 17, Reilly 16, Jack 14 EDUCATION BA in Modern Languages at Clemson University 1988 HOW DID YOU GET INTO YOUR FIELD? I had several friends from Clemson who began their real estate career right out of college that were both influential and persistent in their efforts for me to take the leap of faith to get into this field. Prior to getting into real estate in 1998 I had spent 10 years after graduation working for several Fortune 500 Companies ( Frito Lay / Pepsico ) in a sales and marketing capacity. WHAT OTHER PROJECTS/ COMMUNITIES HAVE YOU WORKED IN? Over the past 15 years I’ve been fortunate enough to have been given the opportunity to work in some of the most beautiful communities in the world including Montego Bay Jamaica, Tahoe, CA, Asheville, NC, Cotai Strip in Macao, China, Hilton Head, SC, Charleston, SC, Austin, TX and now Boerne.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORT? Baseball
FAVORITE QUOTE? “The difference between success and failure in life is oftentimes determined by those who take advantage of an opportunity when presented” FAVORITE MOVIE AND WHY? Sandlot – I feel it truly captures the innocence and simplicity of being a kid in the 60s and 70s. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST REWARDING EXPERIENCE IN YOUR BUSINESS? The opportunity to work in communities across the US and the Caribbean.
FAVORITE SPORTING EVENT YOU’VE ATTENDED? Army vs. Navy game with my son, Jack when he was 8 years old.
FAVORITE ASPECT OR FEATURE AT CORDILLERA RANCH? The People – working and living in Cordillera Ranch I have the benefit of being as involved or as private as I want.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WITH CORDILLERA RANCH? 2 months WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ASPECT OF WORKING IN THE HILL COUNTRY? People, weather and views. WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES/INTERESTS? Fitness and coaching youth sports
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OUTDOORS
by Shane Reynolds, Outdoor Recreation Director, The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch
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Exotics have reached Texas from every corner of the earth. Ranchers and conservationists have been importing exotic game species to Texas since the early 1930s. The first documented transplantation took place at the King Ranch when they introduced Nilgai antelope between 1930 and 1941. Since then exotics have exploded onto the landscape around Texas and beyond. WHAT IS AN EXOTIC? Ex·ot·ic (ig-zot-ik), adj. “…medium to large sized non-indigenous or non-native mammals (and birds) that landowners have introduced onto Texas ranches and properties in either a confined or freeranging status. Most of the common species of exotic mammals currently found on Texas ranches fall under one of the following three major scientific families: Cervidae (deer), Bovidae (cattle and antelope) and Equidae (horses and zebras).” Although exotics are not distributed statewide, several species have become prominent in certain regions. The most popular are species of deer, antelope, and sheep. Most of the successful freeranging exotic species in Texas come from the Asian continent. Axis deer, nilgai antelope, and blackbuck antelope were originally from India; the sika deer was imported from Southeast Asia. The mouflon sheep was from Sardinia and Corsica, the fallow deer from Asia Minor and southern Europe, and the European wild swine from Europe. The aoudad sheep was brought to Texas from North Africa.
Texans have acquired exotics to observe for pleasure, to substitute for extirpated native big game, to increase the variety of game for hunting and to increase production and income from rangelands. Exotics are not protected by the regulations that cover native game animals, and they are hunted at the prerogative of the landowner. Exceptions are the axis deer in Bexar and Kendall counties and aoudad sheep in counties contiguous to Palo Duro Canyon, where they are under state game regulations. Perhaps the earliest releases of exotics were of nilgai antelope acquired by the King Ranch between 1930 and 1941 from the San Diego Zoo and stocked on the ranch’s South Texas rangelands. During the same decade blackbuck antelope and axis (also called chital and spotted) deer, sika deer, and sambar deer were released. From the late 1930s through the 1950s mouflon sheep, eland antelope, red deer, swamp deer (barasingha), and other species were released. Today, more species and greater numbers of exotic big game are in Texas than anywhere else in North America. The first statewide census of exotics by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in 1963 found thirteen species and 13,000 animals. The 1984 survey revealed about seventy-five species and 120,000 animals. Some species, such as the nilgai, are probably more numerous in Texas than they now are in their native habitats. Exotics are found in about half of the 254 Texas counties; 55 percent are
concentrated in the Edwards Plateau. South Texas has 18 percent, and most of the remaining animals are localized in areas of North, central East, and far West Texas. About 70 percent are confined on pastures by game-proof fences. The remaining 30 percent range free. The most numerous species have developed substantial free-ranging populations. Generally, though Texas exotics have fared well and ecological complications have been few, even successful free-ranging populations have occasionally had difficulty with their Texas habitat. A major need is proper control of their numbers where prolific free-ranging populations exist. Favorable economic methods of control are to harvest them by sport hunting and for meat. Exotic meat for human food is gaining attention in Texas, and exotic game dishes are becoming popular in restaurants. In Texas large numbers of exotics are firmly established, the concern now is understanding their ecological roles and practicing sound management. The numbers of many species brought to the U.S. have actually grown and surpassed the populations now found on their native home ranges. Much of this can be contributed to climate, habitat, and available space. A temperate or semi-arid, almost year ’round climate in Texas, creates an atmosphere much like that of Africa or India. Exotics seem to have found their niche and don’t look to be going anywhere anytime soon.
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Di Lusso Villas
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FABULOUS FINISHES By Barry Denton
We’ve chronicled the philosophy, foundation and framing. Now that the structure is erected, the delivery systems installed in the walls, and the thermal/ moisture barriers complete, it’s time to start the finishes. Throughout Di Lusso, details matter, and must live up to the reputation. As the Hughes Villa nears completion, take note of the fabulous finishes described herein. CREATING THE CANVAS Drywall seems simple but is often overlooked in its importance. While sheetrock itself provides a canvas that fixtures and accessories adhere to, its function is equally important and provides the additional benefits of increased fire rating and sound proofing. When it comes to sheetrock, common practice is to install ½” on the walls and 5/8” fire rated on the ceilings only. The difference in cost is minimal, so in keeping with the Di Lusso luxury brand, 5/8” fire rated is used everywhere. The 5/8” sheetrock also provides more mass, which is paramount when it comes to sound dampening. Pasadera takes the entire wall assembly into consideration. 2x6 framing, 5/8” sheetrock and installation of sound batts (insulation) in wall and floor systems are many factors that help minimize sound transfer through walls and floors. They also complement and enhance the very sophisticated sound control systems that go into each villa. MILLWORK AND MATERIALS With the intricate details of wiring, plumbing and sound proofing enclosed with sheetrock, support fixtures and other functional materials like cabinets are ready for installation. The style and construction of the cabinet should be consistent with the quality found in the rest of the home. Pasadera selects stain grade cherry, but choosing a luxury spe-
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cies does not preclude quality. The box should be sturdy, so backs are included to all millwork on the job. The drawer box construction should be as nice looking as the face of the cabinets. The detail of the cabinet doors is accentuated because of the reveals. The reveal refers to the space between the edge of the door or drawer and the adjacent next door or drawer. While a solid stock frame should match the finish of the doors and drawers, the frame isn’t what provides the beauty of the cabinets, so it gets covered up. 1/8” reveals or spaces are used between all the adjacent doors and drawers. The full overlay look with virtually no frame showing behind the cabinet creates a unique canvas of millwork that looks like furniture. Inset door and drawer construction places the face of the door and the drawers in the same plane as the solid stock face frames, and creates the same beautiful canvas, but only if the reveals are tight. These close calibrations also
positively affect the soft closing guides for the drawers. All of these details in appearance and functionality make the difference between a nice kitchen or bath, and a great one. The millwork is topped with stone slab counters quarried from around the globe. These stone selections range from mineral black soapstone to Rouge Gris limestone to Lagos Azul. All are unique in their character and appearance in adding to the finer appointed interior finishes. The details of the cabinet drawers and doors are carried over to the interior doors and base trim. Generous ceiling heights throughout the villa beckon for standard door heights that are eight foot tall. This height standard creates a properly scaled opening element to each room and wall condition. The doors are solid wood, 1-3/4” thick. With doors, this detail matters more than any other because given the heights of the doors and the nature of wood itself, the structural
capacity is increased by the extra mass of the wood. Doors built to thinner standards have more “movement” (twisting of flexing of the entire door). By constructing the interior doors to 1-3/4” thick, the movement in the wood is minimized. The added mass also provides a feel of quality and security that thinner doors cannot provide. Thicker doors also allow for more detailing of the panel design because there is more wood to shape with profile knives, while still maintaining the structural integrity of the door. The end result is that the depth of the reveals in the door panel is more pronounced and noticeable. Far too often doors are overlooked as part of the architectural canvas. In the Di Lusso Villas, the doors are an integral component of the interior elegance. The same concept applies to the interior trim details. Thicker wood base trim produces a more appealing finished product by starting with a full ¾” base board that is 8” tall and adding another trim detail on top of that base piece. The height is critical because Pasadera places the electrical wall receptacles horizontally in the plane of the base board itself. This detail gets rave reviews because the usual clutter of electrical outlets is removed, providing a much cleaner look to the walls. FROM FLOORING TO FIREPLACE Abutting the millwork are natural stone tiles and tongue and groove wood flooring. Selected from around the world, the stone tiles are laid in a mud-set installation process that minimizes the use of grout. A mud-set substrate is finished as true to level as can be achieved as opposed to laying tile directly to the foundation surface which might appear level to the naked eye, but is not. When tile flooring is laid on a level surface, tighter grout joints are possible without fear of reading the unevenness of the floor through the tile edges. With stone tiles practically abutting each other, the tile itself becomes a canvas versus the pattern of the grouted joints. Throughout the house solid plank wood flooring is installed giving the main
living areas a look and feel of elegance. In the Di Lusso villas wood flooring is installed using a screed process which preserves the soft walking surface as well as the “knock” you expect to hear when walking across the natural surface. Even with the advances of engineered wood flooring, none of them are a soft walking surface. Wood screeds are installed first which elevate the wood planks above the foundation surface. That elevation from the foundation allows the wood walking surface to give under pressure, thus the soft feel underneath your feet and the characteristic “knock”. After the installation is complete each job is then sanded, stained and finished on-site. The colors are custom mixed to get the perfect look with the rest of the décor. When you combine this method of wood flooring installation, the custom built millwork and the mud-set tile installation, the canvas is close to completion. Fire is an element of design as well as heat. The pumice stone fireplace units used have large openings that match the scale of the rooms they warm. These wood burning fireplaces allow for the stone surrounds to be sized to the opening and not just the interior wall space. Allowances are also made for the area above that mantle for displaying prized art and revealing the beauty of both with accenting lighting, which is the next subject of focus.
other. Di Lusso lighting is selected for the amount of light, the type of light, ability to direct the light, and the method in which it is installed. Lighting is part of the design process. The only fixtures that should be noticed are the decorative fixtures themselves, the actual light from the fixture should be secondary. Interest should be in the beauty of the fixtures, not the lamps within. Pasadera achieves this by dimming levels that are appropriate for the room. The functional lighting comes from low voltage recess cans with apertures that only provide light to the intended areas, at the desired levels. The placement and amount of recess fixtures is carefully designed. The color and warmth of the light from a low voltage fixture cannot be achieved by other lamps and perfectly dresses the canvas. With a low voltage fixture the ceiling does not become an-
SHEDDING LIGHT The goal of lighting is not to fill a room with an abundance of light, but to dress the finishes so they look their best in concert with each
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DEVELOPER Before it’s too late, see for yourself, the quality and craftsmanship of the Di Lusso villa created for Todd Hughes and chronicled in past issues of Cordillera Ranch Living. For a limited time, this Di Lusso masterpiece is available for viewing by appointment through the Cordillera Ranch Visitors Center. Please call 830336-3570 to set an appointment. Learn more about the Di Lusso villas at www. cordilleraranch.com (click on “Villas”).
other source of attention because the fixtures themselves are discreet. Note: Low voltage lamps use less energy and last considerably longer than traditional lamps. External light is as important, so windows that complement the interior and provide the best view to nature are selected. The architecture at Di Lusso drives the overall look of each villa. That holds especially true for the exterior doors and windows. What does this mean? This discipline requires use of real wood exterior doors and windows that are architecturally appropriate to the design. No contemporary single pane doors or windows are used. One lite doors and windows are beautiful and functional, but don’t complement our Tuscan architecture. The placement and sizing of each opening is carefully planned to maximize flow, view and more importantly, interior light. Each villa has windows placed in architecturally correct locations. By no coincidence, these openings provide the best placed light to the living space. The wood windows and doors not only look great, but provide unsurpassed energy efficiency. The thermal properties of these units deliver the best protection against the elements throughout the year. EXTENDED LIVING TO THE OUTDOORS Outdoor living has been a priority for Di Lusso villa living since its inception. Multiple outdoor living areas on different elevations allow residents to take in the
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beautiful natural surroundings no matter what time of day or season of the year. In addition, stunning exterior materials and applications bring out the unique qualities of traditional Old World construction. Hand dyed stucco mottles over time into unique and beautiful colors. Ashlar cut cave stone from Texas quarries balance each edifice and produce varied color and texture through the many methods of stacking. Stone columns support classic tile roofs crafted from Italian-made clay tiles that shelter all from the elements. The entrance to this gated enclave provides a true sense of arrival… creating great expectation for what is about to be encountered. Serpentine cave stone walls capped with creamy limestone, multicolored pavers offset by native landscaping, and adorned gates distinguish Di Lusso from other neighborhoods. The streetscape continues in a variety of plantings bursting with color and texture. As you round the bend, you’re greeted with an infinity edge waterfall that flanks the stone entry path along the front façade. The waterfall encased pool provides the perfect finishing touch to the outdoor living. At one end is the attached spa and at the other a fire pit - both framing long, panoramic views of the Hill Country beyond. Between the pool and the villa is a flagstone courtyard leading to an outdoor kitchen and dining area shaded by a rough cedar pergola. All of these elements together create the perfect gathering area for many or simply a place of solitude.
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When setting out to develop all of the details for the new B&C Model Home on the 17th fairway of the Cordillera Ranch golf course, Sherry and Damon Christofilis found themselves pouring over all of the possibilities. The one thing they kept coming back to was the fact that “we wanted this home to exemplify all of the opportunities of designing and building a custom home on a one-acre golf course lot that demonstrates and embraces the Cordillera Ranch lifestyle. This home is the right one for where we are in the evolution of both our company and our lives.” Since setting up shop in Cordillera Ranch in 2000, Burdick & Christofilis has had four different homes which have served as model homes. They have lived in the last three since moving to Cordillera in 2003. The ability to showcase different styles of homes has enabled Burdick & Christofilis to keep their product current and show people the vast array of their trades’ talents and workmanship. Having a show ready model home that you actually live in may sound like a burden to some but Sherry does not feel that way. “To be able to show prospects, and our future
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neighbors, the possibilities and potential outcomes of the finished product is both a blessing and a gift that we enjoy sharing” says Sherry. To that end, the new model home has immediately done just that and at the same time has been garnering rave reviews. Upon arrival, guests are greeted by a lush courtyard set off by rock walls and hand-crafted wrought iron gates. The space achieves privacy for the occupants, invitation for the guests as well as screening from our “deer friends.” A carved, limestone fountain is also found here and it provides the soothing sound of running water to set a relaxing tone as you enter the home. Once inside the Italian farmhousestyled home, visitors are greeted by an abundance of rich, walnut-stained wood found in the knotty alder cabinets and doors as well as the pine moulding and windows. The amber tone of the Brazilian “Café Tuaca” flooring pairs nicely with the golden walls. The kitchen and great room, with their soaring 16-foot tall ceilings and massive Douglas fir timbers is a space that can accommodate a large gathering and in fact has done so several times in the home’s brief history. The large space is home to 10-foot tall sliding, pocket doors that disappear easily into the flanking walls leading out to an expansive patio where indoor and outdoor living converge. From both the home and the patio, at least six different golf course holes can be seen. “We bought this lot well before the course was even built, but I had a pretty good idea of what we could achieve in relation to maximizing the golf views” Damon notes.
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COMMUNITY
Marisol Luncheon Recap
Kay Johnson, Cindy Arledge, Carla Northington and Barbara Wynn
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Every other year, the Cordillera Ranch Shindig Corporation (CRS) brings the women of Cordillera Ranch together by hosting the Marisol Luncheon in support of the Kendall County Women’s Shelter (KCWS). This year the luncheon was held on Saturday, February 1 at the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. 150 women attended it was a full house. In preparation for the San Antonio Rodeo, beautiful western clothing from Ranch at the Rim was modeled and sold. Raffle prizes from Neiman Marcus, Clint Orms, Bejewel, Julian Gold and Green Bull, to name a few, were won, all to raise support for the KCWS. Carla Northington, CRS Board President, explains, “The Marisol Luncheon is put on by the board of the CRS to benefit the Kendall County Women’s Shelter. (Barbara Wynn, Kay Johnson and Barbara Hill board members) This is our third year to do so. The women in Cordillera Ranch have had a real heart for the shelter from its inception in 2005. Several women in
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Cordillera volunteer at the shelter and many donate items to the Fabulous Finds Thrift Store of the KCWS. The Marisol Luncheon continues to broadcast the desperate needs of women and children and even their pets that are so tragically effected by domestic violence. Our goal is to not only raise money for the shelter but to also educate women about domestic violence, where ‘shame, sin and secrets’ are prevalent. We know the odds are that we all know someone who has or is experiencing this violence; it may even be someone who attends the luncheon. The luncheon provides opportunities to open eyes to the needs but also provides hope and help for those entrapped in dangerous relationships.“ And the group is certainly making an impact. On February 20, the Board presented the Shelter with a check for $20,000 from the event. However, it takes a lot of hard work and support to get there.
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This year, HEB underwrote the entire luncheon as well as provided all of the table floral arrangements. Carla explains, “HEB has joined hands with us to be involved with helping to meet the needs of the women and children taking refuge in the shelter. Some weeks before the luncheon the CRS board and the HEB Public Affairs Director, Lacey Kotzer, met at the shelter for a tour so as to gain a deeper understanding of the needs. One of those much needed ‘needs’, or should I say necessities, is paper products. That seems like a small thing but with women, children and pets being cared for with an average stay in the shelter of 80 days, you can imagine the necessity of a continual supply. After our tour Cindy Arledge, the Executive Director of the KCWS, was joyfully surprised when an HEB truck pulled up to the office delivering 150 rolls of toilet paper! HEB, KCWS and CRS Corp. have made a nice connection!”
Thank you to all of our supporters and to those local businesses that helped make this year’s Marisol Luncheon a tremendous success!
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Where: Cordillera Ranch Clubhouse When: Saturday, March 29th 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Who: Authentic Custom Homes Burdick & Christofilis Custom Homes Great Homes by Robert Thornton Stadler Custom Homes Pasadera Builders Why: Save yourself time and money in the design process and builder selection by being more informed on your options. Cordillera Ranch Development and Sales team will also be available See the seven resort-style Clubs of Cordillera Ranch
Because of their impeccable reputation, knowledge of Cordillera Ranch’s uniquely detailed design standards and their luxury building practices, our Preferred Builders are building about half of the 50 homes currently under construction. Come see why they are the most trusted and respected builders in the market and learn about their newest cutting edge design and construction features at the Builder’s Fair from 10-4 on Saturday, March 29th at the Cordillera Ranch Clubhouse. This special day will introduce you to our Preferred Builders and their open houses; the entire Cordillera Ranch community; the seven clubs of Cordillera Ranch; schools and the general area, all to help you take the next step to living the Cordillera Ranch lifestyle sooner, rather than later. We’re excited about the opportunity to introduce you to our longstanding Preferred Builders: Authentic Custom Homes; Burdick & Christofilis Custom Homes; Great Homes by Robert Thornton; and Stadler Custom Homes. All have produced classic designs, detailed construction with stunning craftsmanship and impeccable reputations for ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction and the community. Not only will you have the chance to meet with them about your immediate or future building plans, you’ll also be able to view some of their beautiful custom homes. The exclusive builder of our Di Lusso Villas, Pasadera Builders, will also be in attendance to showcase the Old World techniques used in the creation of these exquisite Tuscan-styled homes in this “lock and leave” neighborhood. Our Cordillera Ranch Development and Sales team will be available to share our latest releases which include Phase II of the Di Lusso Villas, hilltop view property in Bear’s Ridge, homesites in the dramatic Springs of Cordillera Ranch and new, highly anticipated Nicklaus Signature Golf Lots. From acreage homesites to equestrian estates; riverfront property to hilltop views; and golf course frontage to “lock & leave” convenience… see why so many families and professionals are moving to Cordillera Ranch for a total lifestyle makeover.
The growth at Cordillera Ranch continues at an astounding pace. We currently have 650 occupied homes and another 75 homes either under construction or in architectural review. With interest rates at an all time low, building prices starting to rise and lot and home inventories diminishing, there’s no better time than now to develop your dream! For those not as familiar with the community, take advantage of this rare opportunity to see the seven resort-style clubs of Cordillera Ranch and its exclusive lifestyle. Meet our Director of Membership. Tour the Clubs Village with its spectacular clubhouse - home to the Social Club, Spa & Fitness Club, Tennis & Swim Club and the renowned Golf Club overlooking the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Enjoy the awe inspiring 25-mile Hill Country views from the clubhouse terrace. Take a private tour of the Equestrian Center, Sporting Clays Course, River Club and more. Experience our private parks, trails and roads that allow you to enjoy the beautiful Hill Country in a variety of ways including fishing in clear running streams, horseback riding through native countryside or bicycling on miles of private roads. Learn about Cordillera Ranch’s innovative communications technology courtesy of GVTC. Thanks to a single strand of fiber optic cable, you can now live in a Home of the Future® that’s connected to the fastest, most powerful communications solution offering the highest bandwidth possible (up to 80 Mbps); local and long distance calling services; the fastest Internet speeds available; hundreds of digital cable television channels; and greater peace-of-mind with 24-hour security monitoring. Educate yourself on the top ranked, award winning schools for which Boerne has become recognized. Visit with a variety of other professionals who will also be available to discuss all facets of bringing your dream to reality. If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about Cordillera Ranch, this is your opportunity. For more information please visit www. cordilleraranch.com/openhouse or call 888-66-RANCH.
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BERGHEIM VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Cordillera Ranch Supports Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department
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Name David Meyers
Name Suzie Meyers
Name Victoria Meyers
Name Kevin Meyers
Title/Role with the BVFD: Engineer/Firefighter/First Responder
Title/Role with the BVFD: Engineer/Firefighter/First Responder
Title/Role with the BVFD: Firefighter/First Responder
Title/Role with the BVFD: Lieutenant
Years with BVFD: David has been a volunteer for BVFD for 2 years.
Years with BVFD: Suzie has been a volunteer for BVFD for 3 years.
Years with BVFD: I have been a volunteer for BVFD for 1 year.
Years with BVFD: 6 years
“Day Job” David is a principal mechanical engineer at Southwest Research Institute. He works in the Engine Research and Development Department. David has worked at SwRI for 23 years.
“Day Job” I’m a Registered Nurse and work in the surgical recovery unit at Children’s Hospital of San Antonio
Favorite part about working with the BVFD? I like being able to give to the community. I like it when you can see the gratitude in the eyes of a constituent in need. Many times they don’t even have to say thank you because you can see it in their face and at that point in time you can say to yourself, “I just made a difference in someone’s life.” Why did you choose to volunteer with the BVFD? Two years ago I was the only person in my family that was not a member of the BVFD. My wife and kids didn’t think my Tuesday nights in front of the TV were fulfilling enough for me and convinced me to join the department with them. The Meyers family has 5 volunteers (4 of which are active). I am very proud of my family for what they do and for what they give. I now view being a BVFD volunteer as a way of helping people in their time of need and that is a very self-rewarding feeling. Least favorite part of your role with the BVFD? The thing I like least about being a BVFD volunteer is seeing the anguish of the patrons that we serve during an incident. When we are called to a scene, it is never a good thing – by definition someone is having a “bad” day whenever we are paged. What’s one thing that people don’t know about being a volunteer Fire Fighter? It’s not like in the movies. The equipment that you wear is heavy and hot (even when the outside temps are not). You don’t just whip pressurized fire hose around like you see on TV – it’s heavy and doesn’t bend.
Favorite part about working with the BVFD? My favorite part about working with the BVFD is the sense of belonging I get when helping however or whenever I can. We live in a small community. Meeting and/or helping the people of this community is very humbling. Why did you choose to volunteer with the BVFD? When my son, Kevin, joined the fire department, he would come home and tell me all about the runs he went on. Once I realized that most of the runs were medical, I decided I might be able to apply my nursing skills. Least favorite part of your role with the BVFD? My least favorite part of being with the BVFD is when the fire department is paged out while most of us are at work or unavailable to respond. I am afraid that our constituents may have to wait a long time for help to come. What’s one thing that people don’t know about being a volunteer Fire Fighter? One thing that people don’t know about being a fire fighter is that ANYONE can be a volunteer. There are many shoes (or boots) to be filled at the fire department. You don’t have to be in prime condition, have professional fire training, or professional medical training. Our volunteers are teenagers, college students, young people starting their careers, more mature people retiring from their careers, people starting their families, and empty-nesters.
“Day Job” I am a full-time college student and a part time sandwich artist at the Subway in Boerne. I am attending school to be a Child Life Specialist. Favorite part about working with the BVFD? My favorite part about working with the BVFD would have to be the fact that I am able to help people. My other favorite part is being close to the other members of the BVFD. It feels like a second family at the BVFD. Why did you choose to volunteer with the BVFD? It started when my older brother Kevin joined the fire department and would talk about it whenever he got home. My mom and dad followed suit, joining the fire department. After a little while I decided that it would be fun to join the fire department. I thought that I could try and help out as much as I can, just like my family. Least favorite part of your role with the BVFD? My least favorite part of being with the BVFD would have to be when I am not able to make it to a call when someone might need my help. I don’t like the thought of someone in need of my help and they cannot receive it. What’s one thing that people don’t know about being a volunteer Fire Fighter? One thing that some people might not know about being a volunteer fire fighter is that they are not expected to be Superman and do anything and everything. You do what you are most comfortable with doing. If you are not comfortable with a certain thing, you do not have to do that. We are all human. We all train in order to be the best that we can be. If you need help in a certain area we will help you so that you are more comfortable in that area.
“Day Job” I work at Coldchain Technology Services, a medical shipping and receiving warehouse. But I have recently graduated from the University of Texas Health and Science Center at San Antonio Nursing School, and am hoping to go into the Air Force as a Nurse. Favorite part about working with the BVFD The other members come from all walks of life, people that you would really never meet in your everyday life, but they quickly become your family. You look after each other, joke with one another and hang out. And you trust one another with your life. Why did you choose to volunteer with the BVFD? In all honesty, I was in my senior year of high school and was in between football and track season. So I was getting bored not doing anything. But right by my parents house, I could see the (at the time) empty plot of land that was getting developed into the fire department, with a sign asking for volunteers. So I called and a couple weeks later I started my training at the Boerne Fire Department. The rest is history. Least favorite part of your role with the BVFD? Not being able to help. I mean that in many ways. Being at work and not being able to respond, and just hoping that someone will be able to respond. Or not making the first truck out and simply listening to the radio and hoping that everything will be okay. Then the worst is when responding on a medical call, and unfortunately there is just nothing more that you can do. What’s one thing that people don’t know about being a volunteer Fire Fighter? I think some people greatly underestimate the amount of work and personal time that goes into being a firefighter. Being an officer makes it that much harder. There are times that I’ll spend a majority of my evening trying to get some work done.
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4,334 Square Feet
MLS# 990072
Beautiful one-story home sitting on 5 acres, including a 3-acre pasture behind the house, with incredible 30-mile Hill Country views to the north. Large bedrooms and multiple dining/living areas are perfect for a large family or frequent guests. Conveniently located near the front entrance to Cordillera Ranch, this home has the benefit of easy access to the community entrance while maintaining the privacy provided by fenced acreage. • • • • • • • • • •
4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3 car garage 30-mile Hill Country views Custom in-ground pool looking over pasture Tray ceilings and stone archways Hardwood doors throughout, Venetian plaster, marble countertops Chef’s kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigerator and gas range stove top Ornate stone fireplace with wood and gas capabilities Large secondary rooms, including a home gym/flex space Wet bar and two dining areas Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
69 Augusta
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$1,349,000
4,372 Square Feet
MLS# 997966
This Robert Thornton home is a perfect example of Contemporary Hill Country style. The spacious house sits on 1.09 acres overlooking the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and gorgeous views of the Twin Sisters horizon. · 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath, 2-car garage with port-cochere and golf cart storage and hobby sink · Stained concrete and reclaimed longleaf pine floors, with gas fireplace and wood trusses in the open great room · Kitchen is equipped with stainless steel designer appliances, walk-in pantry, custom longleaf pine cabinetry, and polished concrete and formed stainless countertops · Private study overlooks the golf course and is lined with longleaf pine slats for photo and art arrangements · Master suite’s tall windows welcome natural light and a panoramic view of Hill Country sights · Lux master bath includes walk-in shower, concrete vanity tops, spa bath, and fully accessorized closet · Detached backyard cabana is housed with wet bar, outdoor kitchen, half bath, and adjacent stone fire pit • Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
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116 Valley Knoll $539,000
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3,024 Square Feet
Located at the end of a cul-de-sac with stunning Hill Country and Guadalupe River Valley views, this single-story home, with a native stone exterior, is on a 3.5 acre flat lot with ample space, privacy, large mature oaks and views. Home has been recently upgraded with new interior paint, hardwood floors/carpet, stainless steel kitchen appliances (Bosch 5-top gas cooktop) and new light fixtures. An all new outdoor environment includes new landscaping, large Rainbow Systems playscape and patio-mounted flat screen TV. • 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, game room/office, 2 car garage • New hardwood floors and carpet recently installed • All new Bosch stainless steel kitchen appliances/ Bosch 5-top gas stainless stove cooktop • Entire new front and back yard landscaping with new irrigation system; completely re-sodded with Zoysia • Long Hill Country and Guadalupe River Valley views off of the rear of the home • Outdoor entertainment center with flat screen connection • Back lawn is fenced with gates and an invisible fence for dogs that covers about 2 acres of the property • Great buy for family wanting move-in ready home with a view on a spacious lot with privacy • Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
320 Park Ridge $698,000
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4,027 Square Feet
MLS# 1039969
Secluded estate on 3.64 acres. Grand circular staircase welcomes you to this recently updated gem. Beautiful granite counters and travertine baths with new fixtures throughout. Wood floors, tile and travertine down. New carpeting upstairs. Freshly painted interior. Hardware updated with brushed bronze. Oversized bedrooms each with en suite bath. Secluded master suite provides privacy and Jacuzzi tub allows for relaxing regeneration. • • • • • •
4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2 car garage Stainless steel designer appliances in kitchen Spacious dining and living areas Children’s crow’s nest Large patio opens to level backyard 2nd master suite upstairs with oversized deck
96 Swede Springs $750,000
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3,684 Square Feet
Enjoy three acres of mature trees, Hill Country vistas and views of Swede Lake and Park from this secluded property. Quiet cul-de-sac street offers direct access to 60-acre park. Just a short walk to catch and release fishing, strolls under towering Cypress and hardwood trees, or lazy days along the banks of the Guadalupe River. • • • • • •
4 bedroom/3.5 Flowing open floor plan is great for entertaining! Family room features a wall of custom cabinets, native stone fireplace and beautiful hickory flooring. Kitchen and breakfast area feature granite counters, stone walls, stainless Bosch appliances and an oversized island. Master suite features a bubble jet therapeutic garden tub, his and her closets, large glass block shower and private deck. Large covered patio and outdoor kitchen allow for hours of outdoor enjoyment.
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73 Winged Foot $1,879,000
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5,413 Square Feet
MLS# 959500
Authentic Custom Homes’ latest masterpiece is this Contemporary Hill Country home on the 6th hole of the golf course. Practical and absolutely stunning, this home boasts 5,413 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths and then adds a special room for Mom, a Dad’s retreat and generous areas for family gatherings both inside and out. • • • • • • • • •
Take in the view of the Twin Sister peaks as you look across the 6th hole and lake Separate guest suite with entrance off front courtyard Outdoor living area which includes pool and spa, fire feature, grilling area and generous covered patio and upstairs deck Master suite with study alongside provides a private retreat Oversized three car garage with extra storage and workshop. Separate garage for golf cart. Office nook, Mom’s special room, well equipped laundry and inviting family entry create backdrop for a well organized home Unique wine cellar, creative lighting, beamed ceilings, deep archways, and sculptural bath tub are just a few of the details that create a breathtaking home, inside and out Timeless exterior design with an interior consisting of clean, crisp lines and fresh, light colors Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
25 AUGUSTA $2,595,000
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7,299 Square Feet
MLS# 638461
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.
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4 bedroom, 4.5 bath, with 3 car garage Enormous gourmet kitchen features Miele appliances and abundant counter space Coffee bar in master bathroom Two-sided salt water aquarium visual in both study and entry way The ultimate outdoor living area with a fireplace, cascading waterfall pool, hot tub, and a full outdoor kitchen State of the art Zenpanion electronic/audio/visual home automation system Private outdoor putting green Golf simulator room and golf cart garage Numerous water features Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
109 Legend Hollow $840,000
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4,322 Square Feet
MLS# 986189
Classic Hill Country-style home built by Authentic Custom Homes, nestled among mature oaks on 3.84 acres of fully fenced land conveniently located near the Cordillera Ranch Clubs Village. A large study/office, expansive living room, wet bar, and formal dining room are all effortlessly adjoined in this open floor plan. Ease of flow and ample natural light are major characteristics of this Hill Country haven, which includes hardwood floors, granite countertops, and all Thermador appliances in the kitchen. • • • • • • •
4 bedroom, 4 bath, oversized 3 car garage 3-car detached garage connected by breezeway Fenced backyard includes a spacious porch and a custom pool with a waterfall Additional privacy offered by cul-de-sac location Master Retreat includes spectacular fireplace, His & Her closets, walk-in shower, and a flex space that would make a perfect nursery or office Oversized secondary bedrooms with built-in window seats Breakfast bar, granite-top island, gas cooktop in kitchen
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120 Acker Rd. SO LD
$1,695,000
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5,287 Square Feet
MLS# 995724
Gorgeous river estate overlooking the Guadalupe River with its 24 acres ending in approximately 1200 feet of beautiful beach entry river frontage. The two-story home overlooks a live spring and stunning Hill Country views. The secluded land is comprised of lush greenery, hilly fields, and mature oak trees. • • • • •
5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, oversized 3-car garage Large gourmet kitchen includes commercial-grade appliances, Sub-Zero fridge, Wolf stove, extended island bar, and attached breakfast area Master suite is equipped with spacious attached sitting room, outside access, separate dual vanities, clawfoot tub, exercise room, and walk-in closet with safe room The open floor plan also contains a guest suite, an upstairs game room with built-in window seats, oversized utility room, and formal dining room Beautiful details and finishes, including cedar beams trusses, Pella windows, stained concrete and Longleaf Pine floors, interior rock and hand-troweled walls
101 GREYSTONE CIRCLE $745,000
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4,222 Square Feet
MLS # 1008985
Unique limestone house inspired by Fredericksburg architecture surrounded by 4.88 acres of mature trees and gorgeous, naturally preserved landscape. An abundance of oak trees offers shade and privacy to the outdoor courtyards and surrounding land. The adjoining 4.41 acre lot is also available, which, combined with this lot, would make a great horse property.
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4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 car garage Artistic and contemporary influences Wood and tile floors, rock walls, and industrial finish contribute to a unique style High-vaulted ceilings and an open floor plan create natural ambient lighting Breezeways lead to multiple tree-studded outdoor courtyards
907 Cordillera Trace $1,295,000
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5,431 Square Feet
MLS# 1003673
Mediterranean home by Burdick & Christofilis sitting on 9.66 acres with views for miles of the Hill Country. Multiple outdoor living areas open to the surrounding countryside. Picturesque pool, spa, waterfall and outdoor kitchen, cabana, and fireplace create a perfect relaxing backyard retreat. • • • • •
5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4 car garage Open, spacious floor plan with three living areas Tile and wood floors and granite countertops Stainless steel appliances in the kitchen with gas oven range Luxurious master suite includes a sitting room, his and her walk-in closets and a large bathroom with dual separate vanities and Whirlpool tub
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115 Indian Bluff $697,500
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3,158 Square Feet
MLS# 1021298
Stone and stucco house nestled in a gorgeous area of the Texas Hill Country. Sitting on 3.77 treed acres, this house features beautiful exterior and interior stonework and wood details. • • • • • • •
3 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 2 car garage Unbeatable views from nearly every room Wood-burning fireplace with stone hearth wraps around the high-ceilinged great room Open kitchen with an island, breakfast bar, and adjoining dining room with another wood-burning fireplace Master bedroom includes a sitting room and window seat, spacious bathroom with Whirlpool tub, his and her vanities, and walk-in closet Wide covered patio with fireplace and astounding views Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
44 Oakland Hills $1,395,000
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5,280 Square Feet
MLS# 1019540
Tuscan-style home by Stadler Custom Homes with a bright, open floor plan that overlooks the fifth fairway of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. • • • • • • •
4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 3 car garage Tall windows, travertine and wood floors, custom window treatments, lux ceiling treatments Chef’s kitchen with premium stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, built-in coffee maker, eat-at island and additional breakfast bar Master suite and its sitting area have great views of hole #5 and the Hill Country beyond Master spa bath with his and her vanities, coffee bar with wine fridge, oversized closet, built-in dressers, granite counter tops, and travertine throughout Outdoor living area, including fireplace, kitchen with gas grill and fridge, and dual rock water features looks out over breathtaking Hill Country views and hole #5 of the golf course Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
121 Riverwood $683,500
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4,040 Square Feet
MLS# 1021222
Beautiful, well-maintained home with a spacious, open floor plan located in the heart of the Hill Country. • • • • • • •
4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3 car garage Tall windows throughout, allowing ample natural light Wood beam trusses and masonry wood-burning fireplace create a warm, cozy atmosphere Open kitchen finished with granite counter tops, island with built-in wine rack, breakfast bar with separate dining area, and gas range stove Spacious master bedroom feels even larger with high ceilings and tall windows Master bathroom includes Jacuzzi tub, his and her vanities, walk-in shower, and generous walk-in closet Double doors off the great room open to a wide covered porch with wood-burning fireplace looking out over 3 acres of mature trees and Hill Country serenity
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26 Di Lusso Drive $1,100,000
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2,678 square feet
Tuscan-style lock-and-leave villa built by Pasadera Builders in the prestigious Di Lusso Villas, located within walking distance to the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch and its worldclass amenities. • 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, study, oversized 2 car garage • Gorgeous Herringbone Travertine and solid oak plank wood flooring, full round arches, and the very latest in lighting and HVAC technology • Kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, solid maple butcher block-topped island, and Viking appliance package including a gas burner stove and double oven • Crema limestone fireplace with gas log in living area • Master suite includes den with day-bed niche, outdoor access, trayed ceiling • Master bath has his and her vanities, walk-in shower, cross-cut Travertine counter tops, and spacious walk-in closet • Impeccably landscaped entry courtyard leading to outdoor loggia at front of the home • Multiple outdoor living areas, including columned patio off master bedroom, span the rear of the villa • Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
514 Cordillera Trace $1,495,000
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4,544 Square Feet
MLS# 1036635
This beautiful custom home by Robert S. Thornton sits high on a hill with stunning 180 degree unobstructed, panoramic views of the Hill Country to the east. These 3.79 acres are perfectly positioned to enjoy large oak trees and cool breezes from atop the hill while enjoying some of the best sights Cordillera Ranch has to offer. • • • • • • • •
4 bedrooms, 4.5 bath, 3 car garage with additional garage storage Stunning panoramic views of the Hill Country Luxurious Master Retreat including His & Her closets High-vaulted ceilings with wood beams Outdoor living area includes extensive pool and deck areas with adjacent pavilion Upstairs study overlooking the Twin Sisters Elegantly rustic hardwood and stained concrete floors Beautifully landscaped with multiple patios and fountain
219 GREYSTONE CIRCLE $850,000
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4,639 square feet
MLS# 1033133
Set back on 4.04 acres, this custom built home provides relaxing privacy and seclusion. Great attention to detail including extensive cabinetry, granite tops, faux painting, detailed tile work, stone columns and rock facades. A variety of high ceilings draws attention upward to vaults and barrels with detailed painting and lighting. Master wing features study with custom cabinetry and a luxuriant bathroom with intricate tile, columns and lighted barrel ceiling canopy over whirlpool bath. • • • • • • • • •
4 bedroom, 4.5 bath, 3 car garage Beautiful Hill Country stone, stucco and standing seam roof Open floor plan…great for entertaining Tile and hardwood floors throughout main living area. Outdoor living from spacious patio and balcony Naturally lit with extensive windows Mutiple eating areas Media room with refreshment bar Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase
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Cordillera Ranch Realty Homes for Sale 1 - 533 Cordillera Trace 2 - 69 Augusta 3 - 116 Valley Knoll 4 - 320 Park Ridge 5 - 96 Swede Springs 6 - 73 Winged Foot 7 - 25 Augusta 8 - 109 Legend Hollow 9- 120 Acker Road 10 - 101 Greystone Circle 11 - 907 Cordillera Trace 12 - 115 Indian Bluff 13 - 44 Oakland Hills 14 - 121 Riverwood 15 - 26 Di Lusso Drive 16 - 514 Cordillera Trace 17 - 219 Greystone Circle
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