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		<title>Southwest Austin Boasts New Eco-Friendly Homes!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Green is blooming all over Austin and it is not just from all our recent rains!  Several new eco-friendly green built neighborhoods are popping up all over southwest Austin and the new models are opening this spring.  Come check out the new model at  Las Casas Verdes which will feature 20 homes designed to meet [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a class="thickbox" href="http://coolhousesaustin.com/wp-content/gallery/arbor-trails/img_0437.jpg"><img class="ngg-singlepic ngg-left" src="http://coolhousesaustin.com/wp-content/gallery/arbor-trails/thumbs/thumbs_img_0437.jpg" alt="img_0437.jpg" /></a>Green is blooming all over Austin and it is not just from all our recent rains!  Several new eco-friendly green built neighborhoods are popping up all over southwest Austin and the new models are opening this spring.  Come check out the new model at  Las Casas Verdes which will feature 20 homes designed to meet LEED certification and Austin Green Building program standards.  So what does this mean for the new homeowner who purchases one of these beautiful homes?  How about not only  a home made from eco-friendly and recycled  materials, but one which boasts a 2200 gallon rainwater collection system, a 3-kilowatt solar panel system, metal roof, bamboo floors, and concrete countertops, and of course Energy Star appliances&#8212;all high tech ways to go green and a very livable 1800 sq. foot unique layout.  Prices are starting in the mid $300,000s.  Las Casas Verdes (which means Green Homes) are located very conveniently just off South Brodie on Sache Cove and Longview Rd.  And if you are thinking of <a title="Thinking about moving into or out of the Austin area?  Use Allied Van Lines and their network of reputable Austin moving companies" href="http://www.allied.com/austin-tx-moving-companies.aspx" target="_blank">moving</a> here and would like more info on other green neighborhoods or green homes, give us a call at Cool Houses Austin 512-665-7778.  Spring is a wonderful time of year to <a title="Austin moving companies" href="http://www.allied.com/austin-tx-moving-companies.aspx" target="_blank">move</a> to Austin!</p>
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		<title>Arbor Trails</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:35:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hike and bike trail located in Southwest Austin, just off Mopac (Loop 1) and William Cannon Drive]]></description>
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<p>Locatd southwest of the William Cannon exit off Mopac is a delightful hidden jewel for runners, walkers, and bike riders, the Arbor Trails Hike and Bike Trail.  With its crushed granite (gentle on our joints), beautiful landscaping, and canopy of oaks and cedars, you forget that you are just a few hundred yards off Mopac and William Cannon.  It is also a pet-friendly trail where most owners do clean up after their pets, so that is wonderful as well!  There is even a delightful water feature on the backside of the trail (yes, it still has water!) and the sunsets are just gorgeous from this spot.  Rest benches are located in several spots along the trail and the loop goes around the Arbor Trails Shops, so you can grab a bite to eat at one of the local restaurants like Chuy&#8217;s, Cheddar&#8217;s, Dimassi&#8217;s Mediterranean Grill, Firehouse Subs, Panda Express, Red Brick Pizza, Smoothie King, etc. which are located inside the hiking trail.  You can also shop at Costco and Steinmart or Wine Styles while you are there!  So much to offer and right here in our very own Southwest Austin neighborhood. Local subdivisions to check out if you want to be able to just walk to the trail, Western Oaks and Westcreek.</p>
<p>Call us for more info as we walk this trail almost daily!</p>
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