What is it about Marble Falls, Burnet and the Upper Highland Lakes that makes the gateway to the Central Texas Hill Country so captivating? Is it the sheer beauty of gently rolling tree-covered hills, and clear, pristine streams and rivers flowing into sparkling lakes? Or could it be the relaxed and enjoyable pace of life on the golf courses, or on one of the lakes in a boat, or sitting back on a deck with your feet propped up?

This web site will help you become acquainted with fantastic Marble Falls, Burnet and the surrounding communities of Horseshoe Bay, Granite Shoals, Kingsland, Meadowlakes, Delaware Springs, and other subdivisions that encompass the Upper Highland Lakes. Situated only 80 miles north of San Antonio and 50 miles west of Austin, this part of the Central Texas Hill Country is a world apart from the ordinary.

The upper Highland Lakes, encompassing Lakes Buchanan, Inks, LBJ and Marble Falls, are a destination for sports enthusiasts of every type. Miles of shoreline lure fishermen year round with trophy-sized fish. Residents and visitors alike enjoy family camping, touring area vineyards, taking scenic drives, and spotting American Bald Eagles on the river cruise up the Colorado River. The cleanliness of the entire Highland Lakes chain is ensured by the vigilance of the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) in monitoring and enforcing high water quality and standards.

Golfing aficionados are sure to keep their clubs ready as there are nine golf courses within 20 minutes of Marble Falls and Burnet. Tennis and basketball complexes, city swimming pools, softball and soccer fields, skeet shooting, bowling center, Senior Activity Centers, and a historic movie theater give people many other options for recreational activities. City and county parks, along with recreation areas, provide excellent swimming, fishing, boating, picnicking, and some feature modern playscapes, open-air pavilions, and wildlife appreciation.

The Hill Country Economic Development Council has put together a complete guide to Highland Lakes area recreation and attractions. The site has links to lodging, dining, shopping and events in the Highland Lakes and surrounding Texas Hill Country.

Quality health care is available through the Llano Memorial and Seton Healthcare Systems. Established physicians are expanding their practices and new doctors are arriving. Family practice and specialty clinics provide all types of services and programs. A complete eye and ambulatory surgery, and an imaging center are located in Marble Falls. Local medical, home health, and emergency services continue to grow.

The Highland Lakes are blessed with quality school districts. The Burnet Consolidated, Marble Falls and Llano Independent School Districts all have strong programs for gifted and talented students and a wide variety of vocational and technical enrichments. They also include honors, advanced placement, U.I.L. athletic and academic courses in the curriculum. All have networked computer labs and instructional television, and are constantly supporting extremely dedicated and talented faculty members with new educational technologies. While recognizing that education comes first, each district also has a strong sports program and many extra-curricular activities to offer its students.

If you’ve ever visited our area, we’re sure you’ll agree that the people who live here are among our best assets. Newcomers are warmly welcomed and quickly blend into the community. Because most residents were newcomers not long ago, they understand how to open their hearts and homes to those who are arriving now. What a wonderful mix of people among the rural communities nestled in the Central Texas Hill Country, and CENTURY 21 Keiser & Co. Real Estate is fortunate to have some of those folks working for us! For friendly, professional real estate service, we invite you to give us a call or stop by one of our offices. Contact: CENTURY 21 Keiser & Co. Real Estate