There are few things more relaxing and enjoyable than taking a leisurely drive through and around San Antonio during the autumn. The variety of wildflowers to be seen is simply stunning; there are over 5,000 varieties of wildflowers found in the state of Texas!
Although spring is peak season for the state flower – the bluebonnet – there are still ample opportunities to enjoy other wildflowers in the fall. From now through December, you can enjoy paintbrushes, butter-n-eggs, blackeyed Susans, Scottish thistle, buttercups, and lantana, as well as the leaves changing on the many oak trees in the area.
If you're in the mood for a day trip, head to Austin to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Founded by the former first lady and actress Helen Hayes in 1982, the Center's gardens showcase the native plants of the Central Texas Hill Country.
You may also enjoy the Hill Country's Lost Maples State Natural Area. Lost Maples’ biggest draw is the changing of the leaves each fall. Lost Maples' dramatic fall foliage is attributed to the high concentration of maple trees within the area. While maples can be found in a variety of areas in Texas, few dense concentrations exist, hence the name – Lost Maples.
If your job, or family preference, will afford you the opportunity to enjoy the fall wildflowers and foliage in San Antonio, give me a call for all of your real estate needs here. I am Paula Christo, and I am committed to helping you find the perfect home in Bexar or Kendall Counties.Contact me today for the very best in personalized attention, whether you’re buying or selling a San Antonio home.
Here are some decorating ideas from my friend Peggy Zettner at Interior Trade Cartel:
Soaring temperatures and a record drought are hopefully behind us as we await the cool, crisp air of autumn. Think ‘family dinners, holiday parties and entertaining friends and neighbors’!
This is the season when we begin to assess our homes with a more discriminating eye. As many homes in Inwood are surpassing the twenty-year mark, your home may be showing signs of “design fatigue” or just plain old age. The good news is that you don’t have to spend a fortune to bring your home into the 21st century. Realtors familiar with the Inwood community are finding that updated homes are selling quicker and for higher prices, while the tired homes of the eighties and ninties sit on the market, screaming for a little ‘make-up’!
A savvy designer or decorator can help you repurpose furnishings in your home, adding new textures and colors to create a timeless and sophisticated interior. New sustainable materials are emerging in eloquent, natural color palates. The use of warm, muted color tones will fill your home with a serene atmosphere. Add a bold punch of color to draw attention to a focal point. Purchase a mirrored armoire or a silver leafed chest for a touch of classic contemporary. You can’t go wrong if you stay in tune with the architecture of your home and “dress it up” with some haute style!
Just as you go through your closet and toss out your fashion failures, it may be time to look at your home through the eyes of a designer and bring on your style!
For more than 40 years, the 750-foot-tall Tower of the Americas has offered residents and visitors of San Antonio the most breathtaking view of the Alamo City – visitors dine at the Tower’s revolving restaurant or enjoy the scenery from the observation deck.
Designed by San Antonio architect O'Neil Ford, the Tower of the Americas was erected as the theme structure of the 1968 World's Fair, HemisFair '68. The tower was the tallest observation tower in the United States from 1968 until 1996, when the Las Vegas Stratosphere Tower was built.
The tower is located in the middle of HemisFair Park, and has an observation deck that is accessible by elevator. In addition, there is also a lounge and revolving restaurant at the top of the tower that provides panoramic views of the city. Most recently, the landmark's owners have installed a Texas-themed 4-D theater.
If you want to work with someone who towers over other real estate agents in San Antonio, call me! I am Paula Christo, and I am committed to helping you find the perfect home in Bexar or Kendall Counties. Contact me today for the very best in personalized attention, whether you’re buying or selling a San Antonio home. I have been a finalist in the Platinum Top 50 list for several years. I also have several designations and keep up with the latest trends in marketing and buying homes. Visit my website at www.PaulaChristo.com for more information.
If you're contemplating a move to the Southwest, and you love good food, San Antonio is the place for you! The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at San Antonio is set among restored 19th century buildings which were once part of the Pearl Brewery. The CIA San Antonio campus is as diverse as the culinary world itself.
Located on the San Antonio River just north of downtown, the 20-acre Pearl Brewery site is an exciting center of cafés, schools, lofts, services, and events. The CIA classrooms and kitchens are state-of-the-art and dedicated to real-world experiences, creating an ideal setting for learning.
What's even more exciting are the frequently-offered special community programs at CIA San Antonio. You'll watch a culinary demonstration by chef-instructors, enjoy tastings of the items prepared, and take the recipes home to try in your own luxurious kitchen!
San Antonio is renowned for so many things, and fine dining is just one. It's a great place to live! If you're ‘cooking up’ some plans to move to San Antonio, please remember to give me a call. I am Paula Christo, and I am committed to helping you find the perfect home in Bexar or Kendall Counties. Contact me today for the very best in personalized attention, whether you’re buying or selling a San Antonio home.
Long before Brooks and Dunn immortalized the term (and reignited the line dancing movement nationwide!) with their hit song, Boot Scootin' Boogie,San Antonio home owners knew just how much fun “boot scootin'” could be. Prior to its use in the song, “boot scootin'” was a commonly-used phrase for traveling somewhere in a hurry.
San Antonio is definitely a place to which you're going to want to rush, but once you get here, you'll delight in a traditionally Southern way of life. That means all of the warmth, ambiance, and charm you'd expect from a thriving Southern city, along with all of the elegance and gracious luxury your lifestyle demands. Whether you enjoy line dancing, or the sunken theater at the Botanical Gardens, there's something for everyone in San Antonio.
As the song says, “Get down, turn around, go to town – boot scootin' boogie!” If your job, or family preference, requires you to scoot on down to San Antonio, give me a call for all of your real estate needs here. I am Paula Christo, and I am committed to helping you find the perfect home in Bexar or Kendall Counties.Contact me today for the very best in personalized attention, whether you’re buying or selling a San Antonio home.
Paula works with residential buyers and sellers (all price ranges) in North Central San Antonio and the I-10 corridor to Boerne. Including Inwoods, Shavano, Dominion, Cordillera, Deerfield, Anaqua
FROM TEACHER TO TEACHER: Paula Christo was licensed as a real estate salesperson in January of 2003. She had been a marketing teacher, a gift store owner, and a mom in her previous careers. This combination of teaching, merchandising and business was an excellent background for real estate. "Being a Realtor lets me do something I love to do-Teach! And I don't miss the playground duty and grading papers. "
Paula continues the ‘learning based' philosophy in her real estate business. She has furthered her professional education as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI). The GRI designation is a mark of excellence that only about 8% of Texas REALTORS® earn. It is a continuing education program that include instruction in legal issues, finance, marketing, real estate investments, professional standards and environmental law. She is also an Accredited Luxury Homes Specialist, a member of the KW Luxury Homes Division and Business Network International.
PAST & PRESENTS : The years that Paula spent owning an antique and gift shop taught Paula that how a product is merchandised definitely has an impact on whether or not it sells - and for what price! This mindset definitely helps when sellers need to ‘stage' their home to make it sell faster and for more money!
FAMILY MATTERS: Paula and her husband of 28 years moved to San Antonio in 1997. Paula had a few years off from the 'regular' work force to be a stay at home mom. She was a member of the San Antonio Newcomers Club, San Antonio Junior Forum, PTA organizations and Homeowner's Associations. She spent countless hours volunteering for school events, swim team, and church youth events. "This definitely honed my organization skills-something that I have been told by others is one of my greatest gifts!"
PAULA AS A PERSON: Most people describe Paula as driven, professional, and organized. Her personal interests include antiques, home decorating, gardening, and scrap booking. She enjoys spending time with her family still likes music from the sixties and seventies, and is pretty good at "Name That Tune"
PAULA THE REALTOR: As one client put it, "Paula demonstrated great patience, understanding and knowledge of the San Antonio market. She was gracious and accommodating in her approach. I found the right house for my needs and made a friend in the process! " She teachers the listings/staging class to new realtors joining her office. Paula continues to be top producer in her office and has been nominated for the Platinum Top 50 award for several years.
Paula specializes residential sales in North Central San Antonio, the I-10 corridor, and Boerne. Paula enjoys working with buyers and sellers in all price ranges. She is an accredited luxury homes specialist and a member of the Keller Williams Luxury homes division.
Jason & Laura wanted a larger home!
Paula Christo was an excellent realtor for us. She was helpful, honest, and responsive to our questions. She pointed out positive and negatives about floor plans that we would have not noticed on our own. We found our dream home and are thrilled with the results. We could not have asked for the negotiations and closing to go any smoother.
Regarding the selling of our old house, she gave us pointers on how to inexpensively update the house. After we listed it, we had the final contract at near asking price within two weeks.
Paula's goal was to meet our needs and make us happy. She accomplished that goal and gained two very satisfied clients.
Irene Had Her House Built - From Hawaii!
I have nothing but compliments for Paula Christo. She handled everything for me, and made me very comfortable and confident. She is a very helpful and caring person. I would highly recommend Paula with no hesitations. I can't thank her enough for her good, reliable work.
Mark wanted an older, classic home!
Paula was able to find a home to meet my very specific needs and price range within a tight time frame. She demonstrated great patience, understanding, and knowledge of the real estate market in San Antonio. She was gracious and accomodating. I was satisfied that I found the right house for my needs. I made a friend in the process! I recommend her services without hesitation.
Blake & Lisa bought their first home....
Paula Christo is good at her job and so personable that she made us feel like we had known her for years. In buying our first home, we were very nervous and wanted to make the right decision. Paula made us feel comfortable and confident in purchasing our first home. She went out of her way many times and had to deal with our uncertainties. In the end we found the perfect house for our family! Pauls is an awesome realtor and fantastic person!Scott & Peggy wanted to move up in the same neighborhood....
Paula made our real estate transactions (buying and selling) go quickly and smoothly. We knew we were in good hands, and both the loan officer and closing agent commented on her constant communication and how she kept everything on track toward closing. We greatly appreciated her professionalism and enthusiasm for her clients. We can refer her with confidence.
Meg was deployed!
I would wholeheartedly recommend Paula Christo to anyone in need of a professional, competent and compassionate Realtor. Paula handled the sale of my sister's home after she was deployed to Iraq. The nature of this transaction demanded a Realtor who communicated, was available, and was action oriented. Paula delivered on all counts.
Beth F.
Linda wanted to be closer to relatives......
Paula was patient in helping me locate my new home. We looked at many houses and finally the perfect one came on the market. We were ready to put a contract on it the first day, and closed within a month. Paula is very professional and knowledgable of San Antonio Real Estate.
Kelly & Peggy Wanted To Change Neighborhoods!
We had a less than positive experience with our previous realtor. Paula far and away exceeded our expectations with extraordinary service and excellent advice. She made the listing and buying process easy and smooth. We love our new house, and we will be recommending Paula to our friends and acquaintances.
Joy & Daniel relocated from Maryland!
We would like to convey our total satisfaction with our home-buying experience in San Antonio with Paula Christo. She spent an inordinate amount of time with our family on multiple house hunting trips. We recommend her caring service to anyone interested in moving into or out of San Antonio.
Joy & Daniel L.
Mike & Jolynn needed a new home!
Paula Christo gave us wonderful and outstanding personal service!
Buddy & Barbara Love to Entertain!
Paula made our hectic 5 day visit to San Antonio very pleasant and successful! She had a lot of patience with us as we looked at house after house. She went above and beyond our expectations. She cheerfully worked with our long-distance needs and spent a lot of time with us. She did a fantastic job helping us find our "WOW" house.
Gary & Robby Wanted on The Golf Course!
Paula was there for us through looking, buying, selling, moving, stress, joy and everything!
Richard Needed to Sell His Home!
I was in the midst of planning my wedding and I really appreciated Paula's diligence. It was comforting to know I could depend on her to ensure my home would be shown as often as possible. She worked hard for me and kept me informed of what was going on with my house. I also appreciated her honesty and objectivity ......she expressed how and what I could do to sell my home faster. She walked me through the selling process up to closing - while making sure I understood all the details. She is one in a million!
Richard S.
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