The Second Annual Community Showcase

A small group of home builders in Austin including Sterling Custom Homes will open their build sites to the public during the second annual Community Showcase at The Reserve at Lake Travis this weekend. The event will take place on Sunday, Oct. 23 from Noon to 5pm. This event will provide  a fantastic opportunity to see two beautiful Sterling Custom Homes near completion.

The two homes we are featuring in the showcase are both located on waterfront properties. The first is at 2109 Ruffian Heights Cove and has 4,649 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and 2 half baths. The second home at 1700 Poco Bueno Court is 5,381 square feet and has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and 3 half baths. When you think of these two homes’ specs you might think that they are very similar. In fact, they are not. They are two completely different homes and both have very unique, Sterling features.

The best way to understand the unique features that we implement in our custom homes would be to come out and see them. When you come to The Reserve on Sunday and register for the event, you will be entered to win a 50” TV, a delightful companion to any custom media room or game room. We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday and discussing your luxury custom homes!

For more information about Sterling Custom Homes or the Community Showcase at The Reserve, email Gary Grambley at gary@sterlinghome.com or call him at (512) 263-2214.

111 Escavera Cove at Flintrock Falls

It does not seem like all that long ago Austin custom home builder, Sterling Custom Homes, announced that they would begin selling lots in Escavera at Flintrock Falls. Escavera began with 20 estate-sized lots all with views of Jack Nicklaus designed Flintrock Falls Golf Course. Sterling Custom Homes is proud to say that nearly two-thirds of the lots in Excavera have been sold. With four homes already constructed and the planning and construction process of six others began, a new opportunity for custom home buyers has presented itself.

In promotion of Escavera at Flintrock Falls, Sterling Custom Homes built a model home to showcase their capabilities as a premier Austin luxury home builder. With the construction of the new homes in Escavera, Sterling Custom Homes is now ready to post their model home at 111 Escavera Cove for sale, creating the perfect opportunity for those who would like the quality and value of a Sterling Custom Home and who are ready to move in immediately.

111 Escavera Cove features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and 3,905 sq. ft. of living space. The summer kitchen and covered terrace overlooking hole #5 of Flintrock Falls Golf Course will provide you with an outdoor getaway. The attached Guest Casita will provide your guests with incredible accommodations, or yourself with a home-office or exercise room. However you utilize it, you can’t go wrong. The home also features a multi-purpose room that is already prewired for surround sound for a media-game room.

If you would like more information about 111 Escavera Cove, contact Gary Grambley at (512) 263-2214 or at gary@sterlinghome.com.

For more information about Sterling Custom Homes, visit our website.

At Sterling Custom Homes, we love to be involved with our clients from the very start. Laying out the footprint of the home is an important first step in the design process and it requires careful consideration. Of course most clients are interested in maximizing a certain view corridor, but there are many other variables at play that need to be discussed. Sun orientation, slab heights, trees, access – these are just a few of the topics that arise when we meet on the lot with our client and the architect. Once these topics are discussed, we can assess which views are most important to the client and from which rooms they would like the views to be seen.

The above picture illustrates the design of this Lake Travis home which frames the view of the cove leading to the main body of Lake Travis. What you don’t see are the many factors that were considered before the decision was made to adopt this orientation and maximize the view. The home is actually turned at the end of an entry corridor to look out over the back right corner of the lot, rather than looking directly back parallel from the street. The results are spectacular!

Our 22 years of experience as one of the area’s premier Austin home builders allows us to help our clients understand the impact of these important design decisions, guiding them to the layout that best fits their budgetary and aesthetic goals.

For more information, visit the Sterling Custom Homes website.

However, how can you expect to win if you’re not on the top of your game? You need more practice on the golf course and we have just the solution for you.

We have Austin luxury real estate at Escavera at Flintrock Falls right on the community’s prestigious Jack Nicklaus designed Flintrock Falls Golf Course. So, all you have to do is walk out your back door and you’re ready to start perfecting your golf swing.

And, when you’re done practicing, you can invite your friends over to your house for refreshments in your large outdoor covered living area with breathtaking views golf course views.

Registration is already closed for the Men’s City Championship, but don’t worry. If you didn’t make it in time for this event, there is still time to register for the Bluebonnet Cup, giving you even more time to practice on the Flintrock Falls Golf Course. For more information, visit the Golf Austin website.

As one of the top home builders in Texas, we offer new custom homes on prime real estate in some of the best communities in the Austin area including Escavera at Flintrock Falls. For more information about Sterling Custom Homes, visit our website.

Sterling Custom Homes is quickly becoming the “builder of choice” for property owners interested in building the highest quality, best value custom Austin luxury real estate in The Reserve at Lake Travis!

Yesterday we poured our most recent foundation at the Mahood Residence, 2109 Ruffian Heights Cove, on a cliff overlooking the magnificent Lake Travis. This home will be a beautiful addition to that fine community and marks our second custom home of only a handful of custom home starts in the area.

The Reserve is a unique and coveted community boasting incredible Lake Travis frontage, a full-service Equestrian Center, a Lazy River Pool, world class Marina and a private Cypress Club Pavilion for its members. There’s really nothing like it in this area, with all these amenities constructed at this early stage of its existence.

The commitment shown by the Hal Jones Development team has made this a highly sought after destination and we look forward to working closely with them to provide their property owners with the very best value in the custom home building industry.

Since 1989, Sterling Custom Homes has been the choice of hundreds of discerning homebuyers. When you’re ready for the very best custom homebuilding experience in the Austin / Lake Travis area, let us show you the Sterling difference—a quality that makes us one of the area’s leading Austin home builders!

For more information about Sterling Custom Homes, visit our website.

At the Summer Blitz event, buyers can tour The Reserve’s new model home as well as two luxury custom homes, but that’s not all. Interested parties who purchase a qualified villa or home site during the event will receive a new 2011 Sea Ray Sundeck, 2011 Super Air Ski Nautic, 2011Kawasaki Jet Ski or a golf cart absolutely FREE.

Not only does this community feature beautiful home sites and gorgeous homes, but buyers will also find that The Reserve boasts amazing amenities as well. Just imagine sun-filled days of floating in the lazy river pool with a refreshing beverage from the swim up bar, driving your golf cart to the deep water marina or visiting the full service equestrian center.

Once you’ve found the perfect site at The Reserve at Lake Travis for your home, call Sterling Custom Homes to help you design the perfect abode. We’re one of the Austin area’s top Texas new home builders with more than 20 years of experience assisting buyers in designing the custom home of their dreams.

For more information about Sterling Custom Homes or to start designing the home of your dreams, visit our website.

In this unique tournament on Father’s Day weekend, golfers will play at night! Fathers, sons and all family members will also have the opportunity to win big prizes!

While you’re waiting for the sun to set, putt over to Sterling Custom Homes and check out the Texas new home builders’ custom homes. In the nearby Escavera at Flintrock Falls enclave, avid golfers have the opportunity to purchase Austin luxury real estate located on the prestigious Jack Nicklaus-designed Flintrock Falls Golf Course.

When the sun goes down at 7:30 p.m., golfers will tee up and launch glow-in-the-dark golf balls into the sky. On the nine-hole course, participants can compete for the chance to win $10,000 on a hole in one.

For those more inclined toward watching the entertainment, the tournament will have a putting contest, beverages and hors d’ourves, live music and a raffle.

The deadline to purchase tickets for the Sunset Golf Tournament is June 16. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the website.

Whether the day of the tournament or another weekend, make an appointment to see this fantastic golf course home in Escavera at Flintrock Falls. Any golfer or new homebuyer will appreciate the quality, elegance and affordability of this golf course gem!

For more information about this home or to schedule a tour, visit the Sterling Custom Homes website or call 512-263-2214.

Smoke Detectors: Make sure that there is one on each floor of your home, inspect them monthly to see that they’re working and change the batteries as needed.

Light Bulbs: Examine the bulbs in all of your fixtures to see that they are working and are the correct wattage as recommended by the manufacturer. Also, replace high-intensity with fluorescent bulbs that don’t produce as much heat.

Electrical Outlets: Check all outlets for frayed wires, loose-fitting plugs or other fire hazards such as overloaded electrical outlets, fuse boxes and extension cords.

Fire Extinguisher: Locate your multi-purpose fire extinguisher to make sure it’s accessible, filled and ready for operation. If you don’t own one already, purchase one.

Air Conditioning System: Have a professional inspect your air conditioning system to make sure everything is in working order.

Roof: Check for damage to your roof. Also, clean gutters and downspouts of any accumulated debris.

Water Heater: Check for leaks and corrosion. Fix or purchase a new unit as needed.

Furnace: Clean or replace your furnace filter.

While you’re cleaning your home, if you’ve noticed that it no longer fits your needs then contact us. We’re Austin home builders with more than 20 years of experience. We can help you design the home of your dreams based on your individual style and preferences.

For more information, visit the Sterling Custom Homes website.

Boasting a bird’s eye panoramic view of Lake Austin, the Austin skyline and the Pennybacker Bridge, Mount Bonnell is the perfect spot for exercise enthusiasts who enjoy hiking and nature buffs looking for a relaxing place to have a picnic. It’s also a great backdrop for special occasion photography sessions to celebrate an engagement, wedding or graduation.

The overlook area has two access points: a rocky trail from the north and a steep set of stairs at the south end. However, don’t let that discourage you. Neither access point represents a major hike. Just make sure to wear a sensible pair of shoes and pack your water bottle and sunscreen.

Park hours are from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m., so there is plenty of time to get out and explore.

Mount Bonnell offers a great weekend destination. However, if you wish to enjoy beautiful lake views from the comfort of your own home, then consider giving us a call. We’re a builder on Lake Travis that can help you design a custom home with a luxurious outdoor living space that features peaceful views of the water.

For more information, visit the Sterling Custom Homes website.

With that in mind, three of the most important factors in choosing your builder are:

1)    The builder’s track record for managing funds. Has the builder ever been bankrupt, leaving clients and vendors in financial distress? This is not necessarily a result of tough economic times. It more often is an indicator that the builder lacks the organization and discipline to manage the funds for several complex building projects.

2)   The builder’s experience. Does your builder understand, through practical experience, the best practices of all aspects of homebuilding? When managing subcontractors, does your builder understand the shortcuts that they may try to take to save materials and time – jeopardizing the quality of your home? There is no substitute for experience.

3)   The builder’s processes. Has the builder developed processes for building new homes in Austin that make the experience both organized and enjoyable for you? Some builders have copied our processes and some have even given them fancy names, but nothing can replace the real-life experience from which those processes were created. The underlying systems that support the process are not so easy to duplicate.

At Sterling, we welcome the tough questions that have to be asked when choosing your builder. So do your homework. Don’t be fooled by fancy marketing pitches. Ask the hard questions up-front. The custom homebuilding experience can be fun and rewarding when you take the time to choose the right builder. For more information, visit the Sterling Custom Homes website.