Dorie's Canyon Creek Blog

What a great week-end! Our weather was warm and sunny on Friday. Geno and I took granddaughter Hailey for lunch (she leaves next week to go back to college) and so enjoyed our visit. We stopped to see son and family with BBQ Friday night. Played basketball with Handsome Hudson and Peek-a-boo with Beautiful Beckett! Saturday and Sunday […]

Happy 2016! Hope your holiday was all you hoped it would be. Are you wishing for a meal of fresh, seasonal Gulf fish and shrimp, but, not eager to make that trip to the Texas coast?  You only need to go as far as 2401 E. Cesar Chavez to the East Side’s first seafood restaurant […]

On December 30th, 2014 our son, Jeff Dillard, passed away in his sleep after a long bout with diabetes. He is sorely missed. Our family will never forget his larger than life personality, big smile, mischievous, twinkling eyes and never ending stories and jokes! He adopted the Longhorns and showed everyone what a tailgate was […]

REPRICED to Sell! In the heart of The Villas at Canyon Creek Austin TX 78726   http://www.9550savannahridge42.com 2 year young craftsman style single story certified under the Environments for Living Program for optimum energy and meets the Energy Star Certification. This smart layout is a perfect balance of form and function with plenty of design […]

In Austin it’s common to have your pets accompany you while you are eating at an outdoor restaurant or attending one of many events offered (we like our annual activities). Last night our family made time to take in the Christmas Light show at Mozart’s on Lake Austin. A young lady was there with her […]

 Sold in Canyon Creek Subdivision ~ 11208 Crossland Dr. Austin, TX 78726   My clients Nathan and Leeza are thrilled with their home purchase. They have been leasing in Canyon Creek waiting for their home in FL to sell. We made a contingent offer on a home that suits their lifestyle after they received an […]

In order to arrive at a destination, one must travel through. It must be done in person so your presence is required. As Robert Frost said: “The best way out is always through.” The holiday season for some is filled with fun activities for family and friends but for others the season is not so […]

Mozart’s Coffee Roaster & Bakery is not only known for its delicious coffee, breath taking lake views and Austin ambiance but for their FREE annual Holiday Light Show! The 2015 extravaganza began Friday November 20th and runs until January 4th 2016 (no show Christmas Eve or Christmas Day)! There is still time to swing by […]

I want everyone to meet my daughter Melissa Stout. She is the mother of 3 of my wonderful grandchildren! She and husband Russell are exceptional parents, nurturing each child to their fullest potential. Melissa grew up in Austin and is still close to many of her high school friends even after graduating from UT, getting […]