I wanted to get some really great photos of the beautiful Autumn colors now present in the Hill Country but my schedule has been too busy. As I was driving across the Guadalupe River bridge yesterday I snapped this photo of the Cypress trees in full color. It is not the great planned shot I wanted but I'm sure you will enjoy the color none the less. Cypress trees line the banks of every creek and river in the beautiful Texas Hill Country and pretty scenes like this are to be found all over.
Lost Maples is the place to go for Fall color. It is only an hour drive from Kerrville and has the most spectacular views of the hills and the Big Tooth Maples. If you can't make though, here in Kerrville is a great place to see lots of Autumn leaves of every color. Just look at my backyard oak trees, china berry and juniper. Aren't they gorgeous? Autumn is one of my favorite times of the year.
Thinking of visiting the Hill Country, now is a good time to come. Stop by our office for a map and we will show you some of the prettiest drives to take.
Ricki Eichler Real Estate, your Texas Hill Country connection www.reretx.com
It finally has happened. We are finally getting that precious liquid falling from the sky. Yes, it is raining in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.
This summer was the hottest summer on record for the Texas Hill Country. More days with 100 degree weather than had previously been recorded in the history of our State. To make matters worse, we had almost no rain for two solid years. The summer of 2007, it rained almost every day but come September, the faucets were turned off. So little rain for two years and then record heat. People here were wondering if it would ever rain again.
Well, the rains started in September and have come and gone ever since. We are catching up with our annual rainfall records quite nicely. The area lakes are still low because all the recent rain has gone into the ground rather than runoff because of the dry conditons. 
Today promises to bring lots of thunderstorms and rain with a front that is coming into the area this morning. Driving will take a little longer. Everyone should watch out for low water crossings as there may be some flooding.
The wildflowers that usually blossom in the Spring have popped up all over the place. They think it is Spring time rather than Fall. The weather has been unusually warm and all the moisture has Nature mixed up.
Springtime in Autumn, what a beautiful place to be!
Ricki Eichler Real Estate, your Texas Hill Country connection www.reretx.com
Have you heard that old saying before? Probably more times than you care to remember.
Fishermen say it all the time. "The Big one got away!" They always stretch out their arms and probably exaggerate a bit. What do you think?
Today I found myself in much the same situation. Only not a fish but a FALLOW DEER,
a WHITE FALLOW BUCK with a rack bigger than any I've ever seen.
Light brown spotted
While driving down a country road I spotted him. I struggled to get the camera and turned around and went back to the clearing. Slowly approaching, he was watching me. He was hiding behind a cedar tree. I creeped up but as soon as the camera was in place, he took off. Not far but too far for the camera to pick up good. Between the branches, what a sight to see! So close and yet so far.
There was a doe with him. She was light brown and white spotted. In another clearing just a little way off, there was another white doe. The white buck was spectacular though. They are rare and not in many places in the United States. Central Georgia, California and the Texas Hill Country are their homes on this continent. They live all over Europe and Asia but are not plentiful, especially the white ones.
If you are visiting the Texas Hill Country, always bring your camera. You never know what you will see in these parts. You'll have to be quick though or they will get away!
Here is an interesting website and some great photos. Click here.
Ricki Eichler Real Estate, your Texas Hill Country connection
Labor Day will be a holiday for me this year. Of course, I know it is a good time to show property when everyone else is off work but sometimes we have to rest and have time with our families too. I encourage my agents to take time for themselves and their families. We always try to cover our clients needs also. So with this in mind, Angie and Bennettia will be in the office on Monday.
If you are wanting to look at property before you go home from the long Texas Hill Country weekend, please stop by and talk to one of these great agents. 
They will be able to show you homes, land, businesses, and commercial property. Need to get pre-approved for loan? We can help with that too. Whatever your real estate need, we can help.
Give us a call or stop by the office. Pick up a brochure or some flyers. The Texas Hill Country is a great place to live and we have some great listings. Just look!
Ricki Eichler Real Estate,
your Texas Hill Country connection
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I've been working on my website, updating listings and changing wording and photos. While looking at the great photos on my slideshow, I began to see them like a new buyer would see them. I have some great shots of the river and sunsets and just thinking how blessed I am to live in this fabulous part of Texas. I am so thankful.
Back in 1984, we came to Kerrville for the first time in our lives. Little did we know we would be living here one day. We only stayed a couple of nights and our days were busy doing other things than looking at the area. We did drive across the bridge at the Loop and saw the beautiful Guadalupe River but we did not search the countryside like we normally do when exploring new areas. We were not looking really. Two years later, we discovered Bandera and the whole Texas Hill Country and we fell in love!
It is possible to visit an area and not really see it. I know from experience. So if you ever visit the Texas Hill Country, get some advice where to go to really see it. You will fall in love. Guaranteed!
Ricki Eichler, your Texas Hill Country connection www.reretx.com
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Over 30 years of selling real estate; residential and commercial. Vacation homes and land in the beautiful TX Hill Country, Kerrville, TX Call me, let me help you.
I am a native born Texan... and I really love this state. My favorite area is the beautiful Texas Hill Country.
Texas is very diverse; offering rolling plains, pine forests, lakes, coastal regions, deserts, mountains and the Hill Country area. All regions are different and offer good things but the Kerrville area is the best for me. We have beautiful hills up to 3000 feet in elevation, crystal clear rock bedded streams and rivers, towering cypress trees and an easy relaxed life style with friendly people.
All the small Hill Country towns offer special themes like Bandera's Cowboy Capital of the World, Fredericksburg great German cuisine and Octoberfest, Medina's Apple Capital of Texas, Comfort (the Star of Texas), Utopia, Leakey, Concan, Lakehills, Mico, Pipe Creek and many others and of course Kerrville. These are the special places where I sell real estate. These are the places the Guadalupe River, the Medina River, the Frio River and the Pedernales flow through.
I specialize in RESIDENTIAL, but I also sell businesses and commercial real estate.
I was first licensed in 1978. I have owned several real estate companies in the North Texas area but retired to the Hill Country several years ago. I decided to go back to work and recently opened my own office, Ricki Eichler Real Estate. Our company believes in good customer service and benefits for both buyers and sellers. I enjoy providing service after the sale and that has always been important to me. I make a lot of friends in this business and that's why I like it so much.
I Specialize in...
helping buyers find their dream homes in this place I call "PARADISE". I sell lots of homes to retirees and also vacation (second) homes.
This area has an abundance of rivers and creeeks and I like to sell homes for recreation. Hunting is also a big sport and many people like to buy ranches or rural properties here. The wildlife is abundant and the deer and exotic animals roam freely. Bird watching and photography enthusiasts find lots to do.
I enjoy working with all types of buyers, the ones who know exactly what they want and those who don't; experienced and first time buyers. I have lots of patience and enjoy making people happy. Let me help you find your perfect place in "PARADISE".
www.rickieichlerrealestate.com
Frances Gonzales said, "You are my Angel. We couldn't have bought without you. You went far beyond the call of duty to make our dreams come true. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You will always be our friend!".
Genetta McElhaney said, "We never dreamed we could find a place so fast and it is all we wanted. Thank you so much for your extra effort and professionalism."
Bill Anderson said, "You have done an outstanding job. We picked the Right Realtor."
Ms. Wagner said, "You Did It! Thanks so much!" 
Ricki went beyond all efforts to help and accommodate us in every way. We recommend her to our dearest friends and relatives whether buying or selling. We love her!
Chris & Gale Alford
Ricki helped us find our "Dream Vacation Home". It's everything we were looking for and more. The whole process went very smoothly and Ricki answered our questions and made us feel comfortable and confident in our decisions. She educated us on the community and always kept us informed on the progress of the transaction. We love our new Hill Country retreat. We recommend Ricki to all our friends and family.
Chris & Janet Lonvick 
I am an agent in another area and when I needed to sell, I picked the best to represent me. Fred & Sharon
Barbara Knower said, "Ricki sold my house in less than 30 days. List with her!"
Sunny White said, "I can always count on you to answer my questions and be there when I call. You are so easy to work with. I know you care about my welfare and watch out for me."
Ricki sold my home quickly and conveniently. I will always use her for all my real estate needs and I highly recommend her. Brian Pieper
Ricki was very helpful and efficient. She expained everything to us and we enjoyed working with her very much. We would recommend her to everyone and we will use her again! Susan Long
These are a few testimonials from some of my clients that I have had the privelege of working with. I believe they tell you I will work hard for you in helping you buy or sell property. I believe in an old fashion work ethic using the best of modern tools. We will work until the job is done. If you are looking for an agent with tenacity and professionalism, I want to be your Realtor.
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