Second Shelters

The New Mullican Place Ranchettes Offers Beauty on the Bluebonnet Trail

By Shelby Skrhak / March 28, 2023 /

Every April, thousands descend on the scenic Highland Lakes region of Ellis County, to celebrate a flower so special it’s inspired one of Texas’ longest-running festivals and even its own urban lore. The 71st annual Ennis Bluebonnet Trail guides visitors along 40 miles of hills and pastures so wildflower-laden that the landscape is positively carpeted…

You’ll Never Have to Leave Your Favorite National Park With This Government Program

By CandysDirt / March 27, 2023 /

The Recreation Residence Program was launched in 1915 and is intended to give people unfettered access to the pristine wilderness at national forests. This program allows you to buy a cabin in a national forest while leasing the land it sits upon. The way the program works is the cabin and its improvements are the property of…

Get More Pleasure From Life With Second Homes in These Incredible Locations

By Mimi Perez / March 20, 2023 /

We all enjoy getting the newest gadget or updating our wardrobe but recent surveys have shown that people get more long-lasting enjoyment and pleasure from experiences as opposed to material items.  According to a study by Science Direct, when we spend for experiential purposes we not only enjoy being “in the moment” of a trip…

You Can Buy a Cabin in a National Forest With The Recreation Residence Program

By Mimi Perez / March 15, 2023 /

The Recreation Residence Program was launched in 1915 and is intended to give people unfettered access to the pristine wilderness at national forests. This program allows you to buy a cabin in a national forest while leasing the land it sits upon. Live John Muir’s Dream Known as the father of American conservation, Muir’s mission…

Lake Home Market is Heating Up, And Texas Lake Properties Are Leading The Market

By CandysDirt / March 13, 2023 /

For potential lake home or lot buyers, the options are much better this spring than a year ago. According to the Spring 2023 Lake Real Estate Market Report from Lake Homes Realty, 70,101 lake home and lot listings are currently on the market, totaling $33,739,943,882. These statistics are up from the 59,849 listings for $26.134…