If you’ve never been to Hamilton Pool, you are missing out on one of Central Texas’ most beautiful sites. It’s a great place to spend a few hours and get away from your normal routine. Learn all about Hamilton Pool and what you should know before you visit on this episode of Discover Austin. If you'd prefer to read about Hamilton Pool, the transcript can be found below the video. Greetings! I’m Craig Smyser. Hamilton Pool Preserve is one of the most beautiful places in Central Texas. We’re going to spend … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2019
Discover Austin: Snow’s BBQ – Episode 54
Ranked #1 on Texas Monthly's 2017 list of the Best Barbecue in Texas, Snow's BBQ is just an hour east of Austin and is certainly worth the drive. Michael Zook is back again for this episode of Discover Austin. … [Read more...]
Austin Neighborhood Home Sale Data – July 2019
My website has been updated to include July 2019 home sale data . Summary data can be viewed by everyone and if you register (for free!) you can access the address, sales price, and other information for home sales in Steiner Ranch, Avery Ranch, River Place, and other Austin neighborhoods. Not all areas perform the same so if you'd like to know how your neighborhood is doing, contact me today to discuss. And while we're well into the summer selling season, it's not too late to get started, so if you have plans to … [Read more...]
How’s the Market in Steiner Ranch – August 2019
The August 2019 installment of How's the Market in Steiner Ranch is now available. In it, I review the monthly numbers and take a look at the sales figures for 2019 so far. If you watch regularly, it's going to sound familiar because it's been the same for much of the year. Below the video, you can find the same information in chart and text formats. To view summary and detailed sales information for all Steiner Ranch neighborhoods, check out the Neighborhood Home Sale Data section of my website. If you are … [Read more...]
Discover Austin: Circuit of the Americas – Episode 53
Circuit of the Americas has something to offer everyone. Whether you love Formula 1, racing cars yourself, soccer, music, or more you won't be disappointed with your visit to the complex. If you'd prefer to read about COTA, the script can be found below the video. Greetings, I’m Craig Smyser. Located southeast of downtown and near the airport is a spectacular venue known for racing and concerts, but there’s so much more to it. We’re going to take a closer look at Circuit of the Americas … [Read more...]
Discover Austin: Governor’s Mansion – Episode 52
For this episode of Discover Austin, I toured the mansion of the Texas Governor. Located adjacent to the Capitol, you can take in a lot of Texas history while not having to go far. If you'd prefer to learn about the Governor's mansion, the transcript can be found below the video. Other Discover Austin topics mentioned or seen in this episode: Texas Capitol building Greetings, I’m Craig Smyser. Located just a stone’s throw from the Capitol Building is the official residence of the governor of … [Read more...]
Vintage Austin: Bull Creek
Dated 1936, the falls of Bull Creek. The back of the photo reads, “The high falls near ‘Slanting Rock’ swimming hole in upper Bull Creek. This shows about half of the falls.” I assume the creek has morphed since the 1930s so I’m not sure which falls this photo is actually referencing as there are several along Bull Creek today. Head out for a hike and decide for yourself which falls you think are in this photo! … [Read more...]