As is the case most of the time in life you never can tell what the week will bring you. This week brought us Hermine and around 12 inches of rain in a 36 hour period (give or take depending on where you live in Austin). If you live on Lake Travis you know that this means that you spent this week wondering how all this water would affect you and how many times you are going to have to move your dock.

According to the LCRA website we started the week approximately 17 feet below the full level and we are ending the week at 10 feet below the full level. Which after the multi-year drought we endured over the past couple of summers this is a nice change of pace.

There is always the inevitable clean-up after a deluge such as this, but with the memory so fresh of what is like with no water I think we are all breathing a sigh of relief.

The Labor Day weekend is fast approaching and if you’re looking for somethng to do without having to drive a full day to get there look no further than Lake Travis in Austin, Texas. For most people Labor Day weekend is the official end to their summer, so why not have the most fun and make great memories to hold you through the long cold winter. (which in Texas means from January all the way through February)

If you are new to Austin you may not be aware that Town Lake and Lake Austin are not the only lakes that you have at your disposal. These three lakes are part of a larger chain of lakes managed by the LCRA called the Highland Lakes. Resorts, watercraft rentals and public areas abound for you to enjoy the shores of this wonderful area resource.

You can check out live music at Oasis, Carlos N Charlie’s, Cafe Blue, Shades, or Iguana Grill. Or rent a boat at Just For Fun, Daybreak Boat rentals, Lake Travis Boat rentals. There is fun for the whole family at the Daybreak Mini-Golf and Gemstone mining on HiLine Rd. Public access is available to Lake Travis at Mansfield Dam Park, Pace Bend Park and there are many more county parks offering public access for reasonable prices to enjoy the waterfront of Lake Travis.

If you are looking to buy real estate on Lake Travis or sell your Lake Travis property go to my website or call me at 512-560-0293. As a resident of Lake Travis I am available to show you property and am familiar with the inventory.

          If you are looking to buy a home in Hudson Bend or sell in this area please give me a call. The following are detail sheets for real estate for sale in the Hudson Bend area.

Hudson Bend under $500K

Hudson Bend over $500K

11813 Granite Bay Place

Great house on the University of Texas Golf Course at Steiner Ranch! Recently featured in the home tour for local realtors of homes for sale in Steiner Ranch… this home shows beautifully.

Move-in ready with plantation shutters and luxurious curtains. Four bedrooms and three and half bathrooms, two living areas, two dining areas and a study this home has everything you need.

Don’t miss your opportunity to be on the 14th fairway of the UT course in Steiner Ranch!

If you are looking for a home to buy in Steiner Ranch or need to sell your home the realtors of RE/MAX River City are nearby, knowledgeable and here to answer your questions.

Today’s Lake Travis water level is at 669.11. Check the LCRA website for more information about the other Highland Lakes and Lake Travis.

With levels dropping daily in the area new water hazards are popping up everyday. Please exercise caution when boating, especially after dark.

Consecutive days with over 100 degree temperatures have put a hurt on the Lake Travis water level. During the week of August 9th the water was at 670.88 feet and we are starting this week at 669.6 and the LCRA is predicting that by next week’s end it will be down to 668.50.

Please be sure to check your area’s watering schedule to ensure you are doing your part to conserve water. Most of Austin has been on some type of restricted schedule for most of this year.

“I don’t do windows”…we’ve all heard it before. I have even said it myself a few times, but when we moved into our new house on lake Travis it took on a whole new meaning. Our home is located in the flood plain of Lake Travis and therefore was built up on cement columns to protect it from the inevitable flood waters that have become the norm for life on the lake in Austin, Texas. This meant that 75% of my windows would require a 40 foot extension (some longer) ladder to be able to clean off the spiders webs, oak pollen and other various things that come with living near a body of water. And I don’t do ladders.

A few years ago a realtor friend recommended Paul the window guy to me when we were putting our first house on the market as part of preparation for the sale. So I decided to give him a call to see if he could help me out with my windows. Paul Drews came to the house and let out a long whistle, “You’ve got yourself one tall house.” Well after some strategerie he formed his plan and that Saturday set about cleaning our windows. We have had him back twice a year ever since. He is on time, efficient and has fair pricing. What more can you ask for from a contractor. You may have seen his truck around Hudson Bend it is bright yellow and says Window Cleaning 320-7575 and nothing more. Simple, just like Paul.

Since this is a real estate blog it is important for me to point out that when you are preparing to sell your home that cleaning your windows inside and out and will be one of the fastest ways to improve the look of your home. It is just amazing and until you’ve done it you can not realize how much of a difference it will make.

Today’s lake levels in the Ausitn area areL

• Travis: 672.08
• Austin: 492.10
• Marble Falls: 736.42
• LBJ: 824.69
• Inks: 887.13
• Buchanan: 1011.71

While out taking updated photos for my listing at 306 Plainview Rd I made a detour into Wimberley. For a Monday afternoon the town was bustling with activity, which is no surprise with all of the eateries and shopping locations that are abundant in Wimberley.

Wimberley is a short drive from Austin and could be a wonderful location for a day trip for you and the family. Wimberley is also host to a weekly (Saturday) market days where they feature local vendors who sell homemade arts & crafts.

I recommend the lemon pie at Wimberley Pie Co. on RR 12.