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ESCONIDO GOLF AND LAKE CLUB, HORSESHOE BAY

After a Southern California detour of two decades, longtime private club manager Joseph (JJ) Wagner has returned to his Texas roots to serve as the new COO/GM at the prestigious Escondido Golf and Lake Club in Horseshoe Bay. While in California, Wagner enjoyed tremendous success in overseeing the growth and popularity of Bel-Air Country Club in Los Angeles and Santa Ana Country Club in Orange County.

Escondido has consistently been ranked in Texas’ top 10 out of more than 800 courses by the esteemed Dallas Morning News rankings. It has played host to top tournaments and is the latest bit of Fazio mastery in this region, 50 miles west of Austin and an hour north of Boerne/San Antonio. While superb golf conditions and no tee-time culture are an expectation at Escondido, it is the exceptional service and amenities of the full-service Lake Club with heated pool, a marina on Lake LBJ’s shores, and impressive clubhouse hosting live music every weekend that is referred to by members as the Escondido experience. Add in a private airport offering valet to the club’s wrought iron gates just minutes away and it’s easy to see why Escondido continues to invite members nationally. By Art Stricklin. Photography courtesy of Escondido Golf & Lake Golf

For more information, visit EscondidoTexas.com

FREDERICKSBURG CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

What moves the soul and transports the mind? Live music and theater, of course. And Fredericksburg has plenty of it. Live music serves as a backdrop at many of our restaurants and wineries. From intimate patios featuring one-man bands to larger venues hosting notable artists. Catch a concert at Luckenbach Texas, and you’ll get a true Texas dance hall experience to boot. Yes, pun intended. Rockbox Theater is a veritable candy store for music lovers with its variety of music styles. Check it out. You’ll see. On the flip side, the Fredericksburg Music Club brings classical concerts featuring musicians and vocalists from around the world. And finally, a trip to Fredericksburg would not be complete without seeing a Fredericksburg Theater Company production. Starting their 23^rd season, this talented team puts on jaw-dropping performances. Check the calendars now.

For more information, visit VisitFrdericksburgTX.com

HOTEL FAUST, COMFORT

Hoteliers Diane and Brian Treusdell have lovingly and stylishly redefined the 140-year-old Texas Historic Landmark that the New York Times reported as the “crown jewel’ of Comfort. Hotel Faust is undergoing major renewal and renovation recreating the grandeur Peter Ingenhuett and Alfred Giles created in 1880. It offers finely appointed amenities that well-seasoned travelers will appreciate.

A sublime combination of maintaining the historic elements and combining them with needs expected for the times, this destination can serve as your home base for your staycation, or when attending a Hill Country wedding, visiting wineries, or a business conference off-site. It is not uncommon to see a Tesla plugged into the charging station next to a sherbet-colored bicycle at Hotel Faust.

For more information, visit HotelFaust.com

HOME SIMPLE GOODS + DESIGN, FREDERICKSBURG

Christina Lincoln and her partner Candy Vidrine are excited to share their latest venture, Home Simple Goods + Design. Their 20-plus years of experience in interior design has taken them on quite the journey. They learned quickly that they share a burning love for all things home design and enjoy working together so much that they decided to form a partnership that took them to the beautiful Texas Hill Country.

They specialize in fresh, modern furnishings with a mix of new and vintage pieces, and they’re so happy to announce that the opening of a brick and mortar store at 109 North Adams in March. They are now accepting appointments for consultations, in person or by phone and email.

For more information, visit SimpleGoodsShop.com

CHRISTOFILIS HOMES, BOERNE

Forty minutes from the hustle and bustle of San Antonio, Sherry and Damon Christofilis have long been Boerne residents who have come to enjoy all the events that make this part of the Hill Country a wonderful destination.

Christofilis Custom Homes offers concierge home construction service in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas. “Concierge” means start to finish with a personal touch. We are like a thoughtful personal assistant through the entire building process. “We first moved to Boerne in 2000 working, until recently, exclusively in Cordillera,” says Damon Christofilis. “We have meticulously built over 120 homes in the last 20 years in the Boerne Area. We are now expanding our services to the surrounding Hill Country area.”

If taking in a parade or attending a car show downtown sounds like a great weekend, then Boerne is a good choice for you as well. We would love to meet you and show you around.

For more information, visit ChristofilisHomes.com

TURRENTINE PROPERTIES, HORSESHOE BAY

The new luxury is something that is designed specifically for you…and allows you to live the lifestyle you deserve. Custom home builder Brian Turrentine delivers luxury with carefully crafted home designs that not only capitalize on magnificent Hill Country and lake views, but also provide each client with a home that meets their specific needs and desires.

With over 20 years of home design and building experience, Brian works meticulously with clients to bring their luxury dream home to life ensuring that their architectural design preferences are realized in the final product.

Turrentine Properties, Inc. homes offer the ultimate in luxury living and entertaining, while incorporating plenty of space to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beautiful Texas Hill Country. At TurrentineProp.com

FARMHAUS ANTIQUES, FREDERICKSBURG

FarmHaus Antiques is Fredericksburg’s premier destination for unique home and garden items. Every item is carefully curated by the owner, Hollie Fairchild. Often their customers tell them that they’d ”just like to move in.” Fairchild creates a warm and inviting atmosphere mixing both antiques and modern pieces with a focus on natural elements, textured fabrics and a time-worn patina. They also carry Cisco Brothers, a high quality, made in the U.S.A. upholstery line with beautifully timeless designs.

FarmHaus is located in a three historic buildings connected by a garden alley. Opening soon with be the In Haus expresso bar and micro-bakery, along with a bubble bar serving champagne, so stop in and say hello on your next visit to Fredericksburg.

For more information, visit FarmHausAntiques.com

FRESH URBAN FLOWERS, BOERNE

Housed in a beautifully restored farm house, Fresh Urban Flowers is a delightful option for unique flowers and thoughtful gifts in Boerne. They are a part of the Viridian Design Group which has designed and produced hundreds of stylish and unique events throughout the Texas Hill Country since 2007. The freshest and most gorgeous flowers are a signature element in any Viridian event. In 2015, Viridian made the decision to venture into retail; opening flower shops in both Boerne and Kerrville. Viridian’s commitment to style, quality and attention to detail carries over into its retail outlets.

“We know that flowers mark the most important celebrations in life,” says owner Tricia Hamil. “We constantly strive to find the most beautiful and unusual blooms from around the world. Our designers are truly artists. Flowers are their passion, and we think it shows.” Fresh Urban Flowers delivers daily throughout Boerne and San Antonio.

For more information, visit FreshUrbanFlowers.com

HABERDASHERY & BLACKCHALK HOME AND LAUNDRY, FREDERICKSBURG

BLACKCHALK HOME AND LAUNDRY

Blackchalk Home and Laundry was founded in 2017 by Jill T Elliott of Haberdashery Boutique and is located in a historic 1920s industrial laundry building two blocks from Main street. This unique store houses a beautiful collection of colorful and unique furniture, interesting lighting, Moroccan and Turkish rugs and pillows, books, gifts, spa, jewelry, scarves, kitchen items, and so much more. It’s a lifestyle store that has something for everyone and is a must-stop for those seeking something different. BlackChaulk specializes in custom upholstery in so many styles and fabric options, and it’s made in the U.S.A. #loveyourhome.

For more information, visit BlackChalkHome.com

HABERDASHERY

For nearly 20 years Haberdashery Boutique has been a destination store on Main street in Fredericksburg. Founded by Jill T Elliott, Haberdashery offers a curated wide selection of clothing from designers all over the world, unique shoes from Bosnia, Peru and Turkey, jewelry in an ever-changing array of designers and of course, hats. They have a fetish for great leather bags, colorful scarves and crazy fun socks. Their specialty is how they create outfits out of all of their designers to create a unique look that makes you feel amazing and beautiful. There’s something for the men too…Howler Bros. Clothing from Austin, as well as socks, bar supplies, hats, shoes, manly jewelry. Plus, see their outfits posted daily on Facebook.

For more information, visit HaberdasheryBoutique.com

INSIGHT GALLERY, FREDERICKSBURG

InSight Gallery is proud to host their 10th annual Texas Masters show featuring new works by the finest Texas artists living and working today, each with their own unique voice but collectively as diverse as the state of Texas. This year, in conjunction with their Texas Masters celebration, they will be selling a collection of select G. Harvey originals. G. Harvey was a beloved and iconic Texas painter and they are pleased to offer four western oil paintings and a bronze sculpture, none of which have previously been on the auction or resell market.

At one of their most popular shows of the year, expect over 40 new works from Texas-based gallery artists: Mary Ross Buchholz, Nancy Bush, Jill Carver, Cheri Christensen, Douglas Clark, Teresa Elliott, Jim Eppler, Bruce Greene, David Griffin, Brian Grimm, George Hallmark, Francois Koch, Mark Haworth, Kyle Ma, Kay Northup, Robert Pummill, Gladys Roldan-de-Moras, Aleksander Titovets, Lyuba Titovets and Ann Kraft Walker with estate pieces from Roy Andersen and James Robinson. A reception with the artists happens Friday, March 1st, at 6:00- 8:00 p.m.

For more information visit InsightGallery.com

KUPER SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

A unique opportunity to own a piece of Texas history, this magnificent 1920’s estate, originally known as Tulahteka, was designed by the renowned architect Atlee B. Ayers as the ranch headquarters for Louis A. Schreiner’s Hill Country ranch. In 1978, the hilltop mansion was converted and meticulously renovated by the late L.D. Brinkman into his corporate headquarters for his various enterprises.

Step inside and find the elegant sophistication of the space. The attention to detail and quality of this stunning renovation is consistent throughout the main building as well as the additional conference, office and recreational facility at the back of the 14.07 acres. A heliport is also located on the property for easy accessibility. The main building is 13,910 square feet, with an additional building of 4,370 square feet. Plus, the heliport awaits you. This is truly one of Kerrville’s best-kept secrets and a true historical gem located at 444 Sidney Baker in Kerrville.

For more information, visit KuperRealty.com

YE KENDALL INN, BOERNE

Welcome to the Ye Kendall Inn. Today all 34 exquisite guestrooms, suites, and cabins have been uniquely enhanced. The original four rooms of the Old Reed House have been completely renovated and transformed to create what are now two of our three grand suites; keeping some of the historical details with a modern twist.

Later additions to Ye Kendall Inn include five second-floor rooms. These guestrooms have been beautifully adorned and boast a perfect view of the Boerne Square from the porch. Throughout the years historic buildings from all over Texas were trucked in and reassembled to create our family of distinct cabins.

To accommodate the burgeoning need for large venues, the current owners have built Kendall Halle, a large event center. Here brides, families, and businesses can hold gatherings (weddings, family reunions, conventions, seminars, etc.). The Halle can be divided to fit any size you may need.

For more information, visit YeKendallInn.com