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Shaggy Dog Market Opens in Buda Near Crosswinds

No family is truly complete without a four-legged member or two. Our new homes in Kyle, TX have spacious yards that are ideal for letting Fido run around and play the day away. When it comes to caring for your pet near our master-planned community, you could visit the nearby chain store, but if you want to support a local business, check out the new Shaggy Dog Market in Buda! Here are some things to know about this new great business.

Shaggy Dog Market

About Shaggy Dog Market

Set to open this month, Shaggy Dog Market is a locally owned, home-grown business. They recognized the struggle many local pet owners faced when they either had to leave the city or go to some big-box retail store for their pet’s needs. While “dog” may be in their name, don’t let that fool you. They have supplies for your furry felines as well. Being located in Buda means Shaggy Dog Market is less than 10 miles from our master-planned community!

Healthy Food and Treats

Whether you see your pet as your best friend or your child, you want to give them the best and make sure that they’re eating the right food. Shaggy Dog Market has a wide variety of healthy dog food whether it’s dry, freeze-dried or raw frozen food. They also offer a variety of treats that can be used for training, teeth cleaning or simply showing your love.

Toys, Toys and More Toys

From playing fetch with a ball to pouncing on a mouse attached to a string, every pet needs something to keep them active. Not only do toys keep your pet entertained, but it also gives them something to tear besides your furniture. Shaggy Dog Market has a wide array of toys, so bring in your four-legged family member to pick out their new favorite toy.

Self-Serve Dog Wash

Did your pooch have a hard day of play and is in need of a bath? Shaggy Dog Market has you covered! Sure, you could just wash them off in the bathtub or backyard, but once you use their wash stations, you’ll never want to go back.

Crosswinds is an extremely pet-friendly master-planned community, and there are plenty of trails for you and your four-legged friends to walk and enjoy being in the great outdoors. If you’d like to learn more about our new homes in Kyle, TX, contact Crosswinds today.

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The “Quest” For Family Fun is Over

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With so many Austin, Texas attractions, it can be really hard finding one that everyone in your family will enjoy. If your family is super active and loves the great outdoors or simply wants to try something new, check out Quest ATX! Just a short drive from our new homes in Kyle, TX, here are a few things to know about all the family fun you can have at Quest.

Wakeboarding

Austin’s first and only cable wake park, Quest ATX sits on 130 acres of uniquely manicured land. It’s a prime destination for all those who love trying something new. This isn’t your average wakeboarding experience. Instead of being pulled by a boat, you’re pulled by a cable down a preset path.

Mountain Biking

If you’re seeking an adventure that doesn’t involve getting in the water, Quest ATX also offers several miles of mountain biking trails that are fun for riders of any level. While they have wakeboards for the cable park, they don’t offer mountain bike rentals. So, if you want to explore the biking trails, make sure you bring your own bike.

Kids Camps

Are you looking for something fun that your kids can do during the summer? Quest ATX offers summer camps for kids ages 6-17. They have the Quest on Wheels camps which are for your land lovers and the Wakeboard camps for your water bugs who want to learn how to wakeboard.

Parties

Any Austin, Texas attraction would not be complete without the ability to throw one great party, and at Quest ATX you can do just that! From private parties for summer birthdays or fun business teambuilding events, Quest ATX sets the stage for summertime fun.

It’s time to get outside and have a blast with your whole family! If you’d like to learn more about all the fun things to do near Austin or about our new homes in Kyle, TX, contact Crosswinds today.

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Two Wheel Brewing in Buda Now Open Near Crosswinds

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Calling all beer lovers! We’re beyond excited to announce that a brewery has opened up near our master-planned community in Buda. While Crosswinds is in Kyle, TX, Two Wheel Brewing Company is just a quick 10-minute drive from our new homes near Austin! Here’s what you should know about this new craft beer company.

The Cold Brews

To kickstart this brewery’s entrance into the world of craft beer, Two Wheel Brewing currently serves four beers – Budaful Blonde Ale, Twin Creeks Pale Ale, Amber German-Style Altbier and Brakeman Bitter English-Style Pale Ale. But that’s not all! The brewery plans to release even more craft brews, so you can expect to see seasonal varieties!

The Men Behind Two Wheel

There are just three men bringing these delicious beers to Buda. The first is the head brewer and founder, Marc Woffenden, who started his beer crafting career 10 years ago thanks to getting a homebrew kit for Christmas. He then went on to study brewing science and engineering at American Brewers Guild Brewing School. Next up is Dennis Howell, who also went to the American Brewers Guild Brewing School and has years of experience crafting tasty brews in Upstate New York breweries. Finally, there’s Douglas Korte, who keeps track of the business and also gets to have the best job someone in a brewery could have – quality testing. That means he’s the lucky guy that gets to taste all the beer to make sure it’s as good as it’s supposed to be.

Plan a Trip to Two Wheel

Since they are still so new, Two Wheel Brewing Company is only currently open on Fridays from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. However, they are expected to extend those hours to more days very soon! You can keep up with all that’s going on by following their Facebook page.

Have you always wanted to live close to a brewery? If so, then you’re in luck! Our master-planned community of Crosswinds in Kyle, TX is less than 10 miles away from Two Wheel. To learn more about our new homes near Austin, contact Crosswinds today.

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3 St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Near Kyle, TX

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With St. Patrick’s Day just a couple of weeks away, it’s time to start making plans for how you’re going to celebrate! If you’re in Kyle, Texas, there are plenty of fun festivities that’ll be happening all around our master-planned community! To help you find the best celebrations, Crosswinds in Kyle, TX is sharing a list of the 3 best St. Patrick’s Day events near Kyle, Texas.

1. St. Patrick’s Day Austin

The biggest blow out of green and gold and Irish spirit in Austin, the city’s St. Patrick’s Day festival is quite the spectacle. Head out to Pioneer Farms in Austin from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm to enjoy all they have to offer. There will be plenty of live music and other fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

2. St. Patrick’s Day at The Dog & Duck Pub

If you’re looking for some Irish fun before and after the city event, head over to The Dog & Duck Pub from 9:00 am to midnight to hear live music, watch traditional Irish dancing and even a comedy show! They’ll also be serving fish & chips and pints all day.

3. St. Patrick’s Day at Fado Irish Pub

Shutting down West 4th Street and pitching tents for bands, beers and other spirits, Fado Irish Pub knows how to throw a St. Patrick’s Day celebration! This festival is sure to make you go green with Irish spirit as you celebrate the Austin way. This Saint Patrick’s Day celebration is serving as fundraising to help children battling cancer. Get your tickets to this event today!

These three events are sure to help your St. Paddy’s Day be a cheery one! If you’d like to know more about our master-planned community near Austin, contact Crosswinds in Kyle, TX today!

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Fun Things to Do in Kyle, Texas

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Kyle, Texas is filled with plenty of fun things for you and your family to do! Today, Crosswinds is sharing some of the most entertaining things you can do near our new homes in Kyle, TX.

EVO Entertainment

Serving as the premier hot spot for overall entertainment, EVO Entertainment in Kyle, Texas has it all! Fun for the whole family, you can bowl, play games or watch a movie, and this theater has a slew of films from educational documentaries to the top box office hits. The 14-lane bowling alley has state-of-the-art technology to make your bowling experience as fun as possible!

Kyle Market Days

The Kyle Market Days are the perfect place to find some local wares and goods. On the second Saturday of every month from April to September, you can go down to the Historic City Square Park and find everything from fresh, local produce to antiques and other garage-sale type items.

Lake Kyle

If you and your family want to experience the beautiful nature of Kyle, Texas, then head out to Lake Kyle! This conservation preserve is open from sunrise to sunset and is a great place to go fishing. There are also a few nature trails that you’ll want to explore if you go.

The Jumpy Place

Do your kids ever have so much energy that you would swear they’re bouncing off the walls? Well, they can do just that at The Jumpy Place! Filled with bounce houses and obstacle courses, it’s considered one of the best places near our new homes in Kyle, TX to have a birthday party for young children. Designed for children 1-10 years old, The Jumpy Place is a safe place where your younger children can play. They even have a special toddler area to ensure their safety.

These are just four of the many fun things to do near Crosswinds. If you’d like to learn more about our master-planned community of new homes in Kyle, TX, contact us today!

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Why You Should Start House Hunting During Winter

When it comes to homes near Austin, especially the new homes in Kyle, TX, it’s never too early to start looking! Crosswinds in Kyle, TX is the perfect master-planned community to call home, and 2017 is the year to start your search. Here’s why:

Perfect Timing for a Summer Move

Buying a home isn’t always a quick process. However, if you start your search during winter and find a community and home that you love, you can finalize all the details and paperwork in time for a summer move. This is especially great if you have children in school because then they can start out at a new school in August instead of moving in the middle of an ongoing school year.

Less Demand

Winter is the perfect time to start house hunting because there is less competition between homebuyers. With so many homes near Austin being built, there is no shortage of options, but half of the stress of home buying is competing with other potential buyers. Take advantage of the low competition and start your search during these slower months.

Rates are Still Low, But Not for Long

For some time now mortgage rates have been close to record lows, but that is starting to change. Since the presidential election, mortgage interest rates have risen approximately .5 percent, which is actually considered a rapid increase. While experts don’t believe that type of rise will continue, they do expect it to slowly rise throughout 2017 and the coming years. So don’t delay and start searching for your new home before this winter is over!

Our master-planned community will have plenty of new homes in Kyle, TX available, and they’re all being built by three amazing homebuilders that are known for their quality construction and attention to customer service.

Get a head start on all the other homebuyers out there, and begin house hunting now! You can start your search with our master-planned community of new homes in Kyle, TX. Learn more about Crosswinds in Kyle, TX and contact us today!

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Reasons to Buy New in Crosswinds

Have you and your family started looking at new homes in Kyle, TX? Look no further than our new master-planned community – Crosswinds! Here are a few things you should know about our new community and the Crosswinds homes.

Location

Located just south of Austin, in Kyle, Texas, Crosswinds residents will experience small town charm at its finest. If you work in Austin, you can easily commute from our master-planned community using I-35E! Crosswinds gives you all the benefits of living in a small town, while still having access to the city fun.

Homebuilders

Three astounding homebuilders – Highland Homes, Meritage Homes and Pacesetter Homes – will be building Crosswinds’ homes. Our hand-picked builders have been crafting excellent homes in the Austin area for decades and have a proven track record of quality construction and customer satisfaction. Our new homes in Kyle, TX will be built on 40’, 50’ and 60’ homesites using distinctive home designs and versatile floor plans.

Amenities

For the family that loves the great outdoors, Crosswinds is the perfect place to call home! Miles of hike and bike trails will connect residents to all the great things our master-planned community will have to offer. The Windy Point Amenity Center will feature amenities such as a kids’ pool and splash area, various playgrounds for children of all ages and a full-size sports court.

Education

We understand that education is extremely important. The youngest residents of Crosswinds will attend schools in the outstanding Hays County ISD. Students can attend the Pfluger Elementary School, Science Hall Elementary School, Chapa Middle School and Lehman High School. As for secondary education, Crosswinds is also near esteemed public universities and community colleges such as Austin Community College and the University of Texas at Austin.

These are just a handful of the many wonderful things about Crosswinds and our new homes in Kyle, TX. If you’d like to learn more about our master-planned community, contact Crosswinds today.

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