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6011 Llano Avenue

Striking Clean Lined Traditional on a 50’ x 140’ Beautifully Landscaped Lot in Lower Greenville’s Belmont Addition Conservancy District

Situated in Lower Greenville’s Delmar Heights Addition within the historic Belmont Addition Conservancy District and conveniently near Tietze Park, shopping areas and Greenville Avenue’s eclectic restaurants, this striking clean lined traditional bungalow, with its cedar wood exterior, is nestled on a 50’ x 140’ beautifully landscaped lot with two front driveway spaces and an abundance of mature trees and Crepe Myrtles. As you enter the exterior door to the premises, the fabulous home reveals an outdoor oasis of scenic landscaping, Japanese Maple, Cypress and Crepe Myrtle trees and landscape lighting. With keeping the timeless charm of the original home, details include an open floor plan, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming travertine and bamboo hardwood flooring, deep molding, art, recessed and track lighting, and fabulous marble, slate, glass, and porcelain tile finishes throughout. Additionally, the home showcases new fresh white paint, exterior paint, deck stain, refreshed landscaping, HVAC (2022), roof (2018), new piers in living room and guest bathroom, new bamboo hardwoods in living room and new white marble tile in guest bathroom (2018).

Sophisticated and stylish, enter the eclectic one-story home to an inviting entry, which gleans with fresh white paint, track lighting trimmed with deep molding, gleaming travertine floors and a coat closet. Providing great entertaining flow, the front foyer leads to both the primary suite and study and also to the rear of the home. Travertine flooring and fresh white paint continue to a spacious kitchen, which is capped by a 10-foot vaulted ceiling, with track lighting and a stainless steel pendant light, and centered by a slate surrounded fireplace, with a wood carved mantle. The kitchen also boasts a glass mosaic tiled backsplash, hanging pot rack, premier stainless steel appliances, including a Capital commercial gas range, Bosch dishwasher and an Edgestar wine cooler refrigerator, expansive breakfast bar, and also opens to a formal living-dining room. Showcasing handsome bamboo hardwoods, the oversized living-dining room is highlighted by built-ins, art and recessed lighting, and French doors conveniently open to the outdoors. A door also opens to the side deck and grounds. Adjacent, a guest wing is appointed with a generous-sized bedroom, including neutral carpeting, dual sconces, a large closet and is also served by a stunning white marble and mosaic tiled bath, featuring a white pedestal sink and a separate shower with body sprays. At the opposite end of the residence, the luxurious and private oversized primary suite is centered by a porcelain surrounded fireplace, with a wood carved mantle, and also features a wall of built-in bookcases with storage, including space for a flat screen television, neutral carpeting, dual sconces and art lighting, and a light-filled sitting area with bay windows. Additionally, the primary suite is highlighted by a spacious private study or den area with handsome bamboo floors, deep molding and windows overlooking the side grounds, His and Hers huge walk-in closets and a sophisticated porcelain tiled primary bath. Featuring heated floors, the wonderful primary bath is accented with His and Hers vessel sinks and an oversized jetted tub shower with glass tiled accents. Adjacent, a utility room houses built-ins with porcelain tile flooring and also opens to the side deck and grounds.

Outside, the gorgeous landscaped grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. An expansive courtyard surrounded by gorgeous plantings, Cypress, Crepe Myrtles and Japanese Maple trees and landscape lighting leads to a spacious outdoor deck area with an adjacent covered wet bar, featuring concrete counters with a stainless steel bar sink, space for a refrigerator plus French doors opening to the courtyard. A dog run lined with flagstone steps and a storage shed completes this eclectic residence.

5431 Bonita Avenue

STUNNING CLEAN LINED CRAFTSMAN SHOWPLACE ON AN ELEVATED 50’ X 144’ LOT
 

Completed by Haynsworth Custom Homes in 2020 and situated in the historical Vickery Place Conservation District, this stunning clean lined Craftsman showplace commands attention on its elevated beautifully-landscaped lot and is conveniently located near area shopping and restaurants on Lower Greenville and Henderson. With impeccable chic interiors and state-of-the-art amenities, the light and bright open floor plan boasts soaring 10-foot and vaulted 12-foot ceilings plus oversized windows yield natural light on the white oak hardwoods. From the GE Cafe appliances in the spacious quartzite island kitchen open to the great room to the gorgeous marble, quartz and artistic tile finishes, this home has a wealth of upgrades to offer. The formal dining and oversized great rooms are ideal for hosting dinner parties. The primary suite is a dream with its spa-like marble bath and don’t miss the downstairs guest suite and office plus upstairs den. Entertaining is effortless with front and back covered patios – the back with retractable screens, a flat screen TV with Sonos Sound System and overlooking the huge landscaped backyard. A two-car detached garage plus an automatic gate completes this stunning residence.

6444 Highgate Lane

Beautifully Updated Ridgewood Park Traditional Ranch on an 82’-Wide Frontage Treed Lot

Situated in Northeast Dallas’ coveted Ridgewood Park just minutes from White Rock Lake, Downtown Dallas, Uptown, Greenville Avenue, Knox-Henderson and NorthPark, 6444 Highgate Lane is a beautifully updated traditional ranch-style home nestled on an 82’-wide frontage lot with wonderful trees and crepe myrtles. Exuding warm elegance with its stylish interiors and a light and bright palette, the one-story residence features spacious entertaining rooms plus great outdoor entertaining space with its large patio overlooking a shimmering pool and large backyard grounds. Details include elegant and oversized formal rooms, gleaming hardwoods, deep molding, plantation shutters, and fabulous marble, granite, quartz and subway tile finishes throughout.

Recent improvements in 2020 include ALL-NEW: exterior paint, front and back landscaping, two completely remodeled quartz and white marble baths with Zellige subway tile accents, a white marble kitchen backsplash plus stainless steel appliances (oven, microwave and dishwasher), Nest thermostat with a Nest x Yale lock system for the front door and camera for backyard, updated alarm system with more glass breaks and motion sensors, August 2021 water heater, attic insulation, dryer vent, pool equipment and a pool vacuum installed. Additionally, the storage room attached to the detached garage was re-wired to allow for a refrigerator as well as the electric was re-wired to the automatic gate and in the kitchen.

With its completely re-painted brick exterior, the fabulous one-story residence offers approximately 1,466 square feet, two bedrooms, two baths, one spacious entertaining and two dining areas, a fireplace, patio, pool, shed, one-car detached garage, with an attached covered patio and storage room, plus an automatic gate.

Enter to an oversized formal living room, which showcases handsome hardwood floors, deep molding and light-filled bay windows with plantation shutters overlook scenic views of the front landscaped grounds. Graced by an oversized wood chandelier, the oversized formal dining room is centered by a brick fireplace wall, with a raised hearth, and is surrounded by built-ins with storage. Large windows, with designer roller shades, overlook the backyard grounds and a door also opens to the outdoors. Providing great entertaining flow, the dining room conveniently opens to a fully-equipped updated granite kitchen, which boasts a skylight enveloping the space with natural light plus a new honed white marble herringbone-patterned subway tile backsplash, premier stainless steel appliances, including a Frigidaire refrigerator and a new single oven, a new Frigidaire Gallery microwave, GE electric cooktop with its GE Monogram vent hood above and a new LG dishwasher, a breakfast bar, pantry closet and a large utility closet, which provides room for a full-size washer and dryer.

The private spaces are equally impressive. Featuring light-filled windows with plantation shutters overlooking views of the front landscaped grounds, the luxurious primary suite, with its handsome hardwood floors, also showcases a large closet and is served by an adjacent beautifully updated bath, which boasts quartz counters with white marble floors plus a large tub-shower accented by white Zellige subway tile walls with marble mosaic tile accents. Nearby, a guest suite is appointed with a generous-sized bedroom featuring hardwood floors, a large walk-in closet and also provides views of the backyard grounds. The nearby gorgeous bath, which also sserves the entertaining areas, is accented by quartz counters with white marble floors, love seating, plus a separate shower highlighted by white Zellige subway tile and marble mosaic accents.

Outside, the backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. An expansive slate-covered patio overlooks a fabulous pool and huge landscaped grounds framed by a gorgeous crepe myrtle tree. A one-car detached garage conveniently features a window unit and is also highlighted by an attached covered patio and a storage room. A nearby shed provides for abundant storage and an automatic gate completes this fabulous residence. Don’t miss this fabulous property ­– perfect for entertaining indoors and out!

4828 Caxton Court

Architecturally Significant Contemporary Townhome Stunner by Cobalt Homes in Dallas’ East Village

Built by Cobalt Homes and designed by AIA award-winning architect Josh Nimmo, 4828 Caxton Court is an architecturally significant Contemporary Townhome Stunner situated in Dallas’ East Village just off North Prairie Avenue and Deere Street. Situated at Caxton Court, a custom one-of-a-kind and truly architecturally distinct community, the ultra-cool four-level urban oasis boasts fabulous outdoor spaces, including a private balcony and expansive 360-degree rooftop deck overlooking scenic views of the Downtown Dallas skyline. Beautifully designed using glass, steel and perforated metal panels to maximize light and privacy, the unique architectural interiors offer an open living concept with clean lined modern finishes, bright open spaces, 10′-foot ceilings, dramatic floating steel staircases, concrete and white oak hardwood flooring, custom motorized shades and lighting treatments, and sleek quartz finishes throughout. The stunning townhome offers approximately 1,948 square feet, three bedrooms, 3.1 baths, one gathering area, two dining areas, a dry bar, balcony, rooftop deck and a two-car attached garage.

The first level opens to an inviting entrance hall, which boasts a dramatic floating steel staircase, concrete flooring, and also allows entrance to both a guest suite and to the garage. Featuring custom motorized shades, the spacious guest suite features a large closet and a sleek full quartz bath with a separate shower, highlighted with porcelain tiled accents. Second level of living reveals a luxurious master retreat, which showcases handsome white oak hardwood floors, custom motorized shades and also opens to a gorgeous spa-like quartz and porcelain tiled bath, which is highlighted by an expansive vanity with His and Hers sinks, a separate shower room with soaking tub, water closet and a huge walk-in closet. Nearby, a third bedroom is generous-sized and is appointed with a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows providing an abundance of light and is encompassed by custom motorized shades. A large closet plus a stylish quartz and porcelain bath with tub-shower completes the space.

The heart of the home is on the third level of living. Featuring an open living-dining room concept, the expansive entertaining area provides great entertaining flow and offers fabulous wall space perfect for an art collector. Boasting endless counter space and abundant storage, the sleek quartz culinary kitchen showcases an immense waterfall-edge island plus premier stainless steel Bosch appliances. Handsome hardwoods also floor the room and light-filled windows plus floor-to-ceiling sliding steel doors open to reveal an ultra-cool spacious private balcony, outfitted with a pergola plus metal accents. A staircase conveniently leads up the stairs to an incredible 360-degree rooftop deck, which overlooks scenic views of the Downtown Dallas skyline – all set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere of entertaining. A two-car attached garage completes this modern showplace. Additionally, the property does not have an HOA. ***The home also features stylish chic interior staging by Cody Ellison and Ken Valencia from Houzz on Bishop!

11021 Scotsmeadow Drive

Stunning Lochwood Meadows Clean Lined Ranch on a Beautiful Treed 70’-Wide Lot

Situated in sought after Lochwood Meadows, 11021 Scotsmeadow Drive is a stunning, completely updated transitional ranch showplace nestled on a beautiful 70’-wide lot in the middle of a beautiful, heavily treed block just minutes from White Rock Lake, the Dallas Arboretum, shopping and restaurants. Exuding modern elegance with its sophisticated chic interiors and light and bright palette, the brick home boasts abundant 2018 and 2019 upgrades, including an open floor plan with spacious entertaining areas, new interior and exterior paint, windows, cabinets, fixtures, gleaming luxury vinyl hardwood plank flooring, stylish lighting treatments, designer hardware, gorgeous white quartz and marble finishes, stainless appliances, sprinkler system, and a garage door. Boasting approximately 2,351 square feet of living space, the fabulous clean lined one-story residence showcases three bedrooms, 2.1 baths, four living areas, two dining areas, a fireplace, front porch, patio, huge landscaped grounds and a two-car attached garage.

Enter through a contemporary wood and glass paneled door to an inviting front foyer, which gleans with handsome luxury vinyl plank hardwoods and also opens to stylish formal rooms, both featuring front windows, with elegant silk drapery, providing scenic views of the front landscaped grounds. Centered by a bay window, the spacious living room flows to the dining room but also conveniently steps down to the den. Graced by a hand-painted wood chandelier, the chic dining room also flows through a large breakfast area to the kitchen. Completely updated, the gorgeous kitchen boasts white quartz counters with an oversized subway tiled backsplash, a large breakfast bar illuminated by dual iron hanging lanterns, stainless steel appliances, including a Samsung, Cavaliere, Electrolux and Frigidaire, an open pantry area with shelving, and a large breakfast area, accented with wainscoting and a large picture window, featuring a white quartz-topped bar underneath. From the rear of the kitchen is a large utility room, which houses built-in shelving plus a full-size Samsung washer and dryer. Nearby, a private home office area provides convenient living and pocket doors open to reveal an elegant powder room, which is appointed with a white pedestal sink, decorative shelving and a door opening to the outdoors. Perfect for relaxation, the kitchen also steps down to an oversized den, which is the heart of the home. Centered by a brick fireplace wall, with its raised hearth, and flanked by a built-in desk area, a door also conveniently opens to the outdoors.

Luxurious and oversized, the master suite is highlighted by two large closets, a separate chic vanity dressing area plus a white marble bath with a separate shower featuring marble and mosaic detailing. Two additional bedrooms are generous-sized and appointed with large closets and are served by an elegant white marble bath with a large vanity area, abundant built-ins and a separate toilet room with a tub/shower.

Outside, the backyard grounds are ideal for entertaining. An inviting covered and uncovered patio overlooks huge landscaped grounds, and a two-car oversized attached garage completes this stunning home. Additionally, a lovely playground and trails are located nearby at the end of the block.

6011 Llano Avenue

Striking Clean Lined Traditional on a 50’ x 140’ Beautifully Landscaped Lot in Lower Greenville’s Belmont Addition Conservancy District

Situated in Lower Greenville’s Delmar Heights Addition within the historic Belmont Addition Conservancy District and conveniently near Tietze Park, shopping areas and Greenville Avenue’s eclectic restaurants, this striking clean lined traditional residence, with its cedar wood exterior, is nestled on a 50’ x 140’ beautifully landscaped lot with two front driveway spaces and an abundance of mature trees and Crepe Myrtles. As you enter the exterior door to the premises, the fabulous home reveals an outdoor oasis of gorgeous landscaping, Cypress, Crepe Myrtles and Japanese Maple trees and landscape lighting. With keeping the timeless charm of the original home, the home was recently updated to include new fresh white paint, new piers and bamboo hardwoods in the living room, new carpeting and a new white marble guest bath. Additional details include an open floor plan, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming travertine and bamboo hardwood flooring, deep molding, art, recessed and track lighting, and fabulous marble, glass, and porcelain tile finishes throughout.

Sophisticated and stylish, enter the eclectic one-story home to an inviting entry, which gleans with fresh white paint, track lighting trimmed with deep molding, gleaming travertine floors and a coat closet. Providing great entertaining flow, the front foyer leads to both the master suite and study and also to the rear of the home. Travertine flooring and fresh white paint continue to a spacious kitchen, which is capped by a 10-foot vaulted ceiling, with track lighting and a stainless steel pendant light, and centered by a slate surrounded fireplace, with a wood carved mantle. The kitchen also boasts a glass mosaic tiled backsplash, hanging pot rack, premier stainless steel appliances, including a Capital commercial gas range, Bosch dishwasher and an Edgestar wine cooler refrigerator, expansive breakfast bar, and also opens to a formal living-dining room. Showcasing new piers and handsome bamboo hardwoods, the oversized living-dining room is highlighted by built-ins, art and recessed lighting, and French doors conveniently open to the outdoors. A door also opens to the side deck and grounds. Adjacent, a guest wing is appointed with a generous-sized bedroom, including new neutral carpeting, dual sconces, a large closet and is also served by a stunning new white marble and mosaic tiled bath, featuring a white pedestal sink and a separate shower with body sprays. At the opposite end of the residence, the luxurious and private oversized master suite is centered by a porcelain surrounded fireplace, with a wood carved mantle, and also features a wall of built-in bookcases with storage, including space for a flat screen television, new neutral carpeting, dual sconces and art lighting, and a light-filled sitting area with bay windows. Additionally, the master suite is highlighted by a spacious private study with handsome bamboo floors, deep molding and windows overlooking the side grounds, His and Hers huge walk-in closets and a sophisticated porcelain tiled master bath. Featuring heated floors, the wonderful master bath is accented with His and Hers vessel sinks and an oversized jetted tub shower with glass tiled accents and body sprays. Adjacent, a utility room houses built-ins with ceramic tile flooring and also opens to the side deck and grounds.

Outside, the gorgeous landscaped grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. An expansive courtyard surrounded by gorgeous plantings, Cypress, Crepe Myrtles and Japanese Maple trees, a contemporary fountain and landscape lighting leads to a spacious outdoor deck area with an adjacent covered wet bar, featuring abundant built-ins, with concrete counters and a stainless steel bar sink, space for a refrigerator, and French doors opening to the courtyard. A dog run lined with flagstone steps and a storage shed completes this fabulous residence.

5746 Velasco Avenue

Striking Transitional Craftsman on a Wonderful Corner Lot in Lower Greenville’s Belmont Addition Conservancy District

Situated in Lower Greenville’s historic Belmont Addition Conservancy District conveniently near shopping areas and eclectic restaurants, 5746 Velasco Avenue is a striking transitional Craftsman residence nestled on a wonderful 50’ x 160’ corner lot and boasts an abundance of amenities with keeping the timeless charm of the original home. Entertaining is effortless with its open floor plan, 9’-foot ceilings, spacious entertaining rooms, handsome hardwoods, art lighting, sound system speakers, Lutron lighting, and granite, travertine and slate finishes throughout. Additionally, there are new roofs on both the main house and the garage/media room-guest quarters. The charming two-story home offers approximately 1,981 square feet, two bedrooms, two baths, elegant oversized formal rooms, a sleek granite kitchen with stainless appliances, including Bosch, KitchenAid, and GE Profile, a breakfast bar, large breakfast area and also opens to the backyard grounds, spacious study or third bedroom opening to the side grounds, luxurious master suite with a 10’-foot vaulted ceiling, neutral carpeting, a wet bar and an elegant slate and travertine bath, with a steam shower and large closet, and a generous-sized guest suite opens to the terrace and also features neutral carpeting, an expansive closet and an adjacent elegant travertine bath with a jetted tub and adjoining utility closet. Outside, the backyard grounds and pool set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. Surrounded by bamboo and palm trees and flagstone flooring, an expansive deck overlooks a wonderful pool with fountain and a fire bowl, outdoor shower, and an oversized two-car detached modern garage features abundant built-ins, sound system speakers and a central vacuum system. Above the garage is a fully-equipped and completely soundproof media room, which showcases a 10’-foot vaulted ceiling, THX-certified audio-visual entertainment system, including a theatre screen (negotiable) projector and sound system speakers (negotiable), bi-level seating with slate flooring and carpeting, a wet bar, and an elegant slate bath with Philippe Starck fixtures. A door also opens to an iron-grilled Juliet balcony, which looks down to the backyard grounds and pool. Additional amenities include a brick, stucco and siding exterior, wood fence, cedar and storage closets and a dog run. Speakers for selected sound are also located in the living room, master suite, terrace, outdoor deck, garage and media room-guest quarters.

719 Glendale Street

Completely Remodeled Lakewood Prairie-Style Historical Residence

Built in 1915 and situated in the Junius Heights Historic District of Lakewood, 719 Glendale Street is a wonderful, completely remodeled Prairie-style historical residence nestled on a 50’ x 150’ lot near Lakewood Shopping Center and Lakewood Country Club. Details 9’-foot ceilings, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming hardwood and chipped travertine floors, deep molding, recessed and custom lighting and fabulous granite, chipped travertine and slate finishes throughout. The two-story home offers approximately 1,884 square feet, two living areas, two dining areas, a fireplace, covered front porch, outdoor deck and huge verdant backyard grounds.

From the expansive covered front porch, enter through a wood and glass door to an oversized formal living room, which is framed by a stone wood-burning fireplace, with a travertine surround and a wood carved mantle, and also showcases 9’-foot ceilings trimmed with deep molding, recessed lighting, a faux finished wall and handsome hardwood floors. Serving the area is an elegant full bath, which is appointed with granite counters, chipped travertine floors and a separate slate shower. Providing great entertaining flow, the living room opens to the formal dining room, and a staircase, with wood balusters, also leads upstairs to the second level. With views of the side and backyard grounds, the spacious dining room is graced with an iron chandelier, faux finished wall and also conveniently leads to the kitchen. The generous-sized updated kitchen features richly stained cabinetry with black granite counters and a travertine backsplash, premier stainless steel appliances, including a six-burner gas range, GE Profile dishwasher and a Vissani wine cooler refrigerator, a built-in wine rack and stemware holder, breakfast bar, pantry closet and a large breakfast area with utility. A door also opens to the outdoors. The kitchen also leads upstairs to the second floor.

Second level of living is equally impressive. The fabulous master suite is highlighted by a generous-sized bedroom and separate sitting room, both with gleaming hardwood floors, deep molding, a faux finished wall and a large walk-in closet. Down the hall, there are two additional spacious bedrooms. Both feature handsome hardwoods, deep molding and large closets. Serving the second floor is an elegant full bath, which is replete with black granite counters, chipped travertine floors, a claw foot tub and a separate slate shower.

Outside, the backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. An oversized deck with railings overlooks a huge verdant backyard with a new 8’-foot privacy fence. Additional amenities include: all new sheet rock with foam insulation, high-end fixtures and air-conditioning units.

2916 Sharpview Lane

Fabulous Buckner Terrace Completely Renovated Ranch Style Residence

Bright and open, this fabulous completely renovated ranch at 2916 Sharpview Lane is situated in Buckner Terrace on a 70′ x 130′ beautifully landscaped lot and showcases spacious entertaining areas, gleaming hardwoods, designer paint, an oversized living room with fireplace and French doors opening to a large patio overlooking the landscaped backyard grounds, an elegant dining room, sophisticated granite kitchen with premier stainless appliances, spacious master suite with elegant bath, two additional generous-sized bedrooms and a 2-car garage.

4646 Chapel Hill Road

Fabulous Cloisters Estates Mid-Century Modern Overlooking White Rock Lake on 1.033 Acres

A rare opportunity in the ultra-exclusive Cloisters Estates overlooking White Rock Lake on a gorgeous 1.033-acre lot, this fabulous Mid-Century Modern residence at 4646 Chapel Hill Road was custom designed for O.V. and Marie Campbell, owners of the Texas School Book Depository, with most of the rooms providing spectacular views of the lake. Details include an open floor plan, spacious entertaining rooms, hand-rubbed walnut cabinetry, ornately carved molding, custom lighting, gleaming terrazzo floors, and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. The two-story home offers approximately 4,919 square feet of living space, two gathering areas, two dining areas, a fireplace, wet bar, balcony, covered and uncovered terraces, gorgeous backyard grounds overlooking the lake and a two-car garage. The Cloisters Estates is a well-kept secret for the very few and fortunate homeowners living in this special area only minutes from downtown Dallas, offering all of the conveniences of this beautiful city. There are two accessible entrances to the property. Enter from West Lawther Drive and proceed up the curved driveway and experience breathtaking views of the one-of-a-kind estate home from the first level. Enter Cloister Estates from Chapel Hill Road and you will encounter a sprawling Mid-Century Modern home from the main entrance on the second level of living.

Through the double wood doors, with stained glass paneled windows custom designed by a local artist, the dramatic entrance hall gleans with a soaring pop-up vaulted ceiling trimmed with ornately carved molding, hand finished walls with accents of chair railing and millwork, gleaming terrazzo floors and a gorgeous oversized crystal chandelier, which was personally purchased by Marie Campbell on one of her many European trips along with the other 27 stunning and hand-picked crystal chandeliers and sconces throughout the residence. Providing great entertaining flow, the entrance hall is flanked by exquisite formal rooms, both with ornately carved molding, neutral carpeting and large windows providing scenic views of the front landscaped grounds. The front foyer also steps down to the expansive great room, which showcases gorgeous views of White Rock Lake. Perfect for women’s tea parties or event planning meetings, the oversized living room, illuminated by dual crystal and brass sconces, is also appointed with elegant drapery. Graced by a fabulous crystal chandelier, the formal dining room, with its expansive marble-topped buffet, can accommodate larger dinner parties and also conveniently flows to the kitchen. Designed as a servant-style kitchen accommodating large parties with ease of movement and convenience, the spacious kitchen boasts original hand-rubbed walnut cabinetry and doors, white Corian counters, ceramic tile floors, top-quality appliances, including GE Profile, GE Monogram, Toastmaster and SubZero, elegant wall coverings, a large walk-in pantry, pantry closet, adjacent utility room and also leads downstairs to the garage. The fully equipped utility room houses abundant walnut cabinetry matching those in the kitchen, white Corian counters with double bowl sinks, ceramic tile floors, a refrigerator and space for a full size washer and dryer. The kitchen also opens to a large breakfast room, which is replete with a large window overlooking the lake, a one-of-a-kind alabaster chandelier, elegant wall coverings, walnut paneled wainscoting, terrazzo floors and abundant walnut built-ins with white Corian counters. The breakfast room also flows to the expansive great room, where a sense of openness continues. The great room uniquely showcases 180-degree views of floor-to-ceiling windows providing an abundance of light and dramatic views of White Rock Lake. In fact, the entire back of the estate facing the lake has window views from every room. French doors also open to a large iron-grilled balcony, which leads downstairs to the first level. Framed by a fireplace, surrounded by an impressive floor-to-ceiling white marble chimney breast wall, the great room also features walnut paneled walls along with a wall of abundant built-ins and terrazzo floors. Conveniently serving the area is also a wet bar, which features a hammered brass bar sink, mirrored wall with glass shelving, icemaker and a bar serving area. Down the hall, a large exquisite marble powder bath, accented with crystal sconces, also overlooks the lake.

With large windows overlooking picturesque views of the lake, the luxurious master suite’s credentials include an oversized light-filled bedroom with its own sitting area, ornately carved molding, neutral carpeting, and is also illuminated by an exquisite brass-and-crystal chandelier. The nearby elegant His and Hers separate baths are spacious and showcase floor-to-ceiling tile walls with large vanities topped with marble counters, terrazzo floors, a marble bathtub, separate double shower with tile, abundant storage space and His and Hers separate large walk-in closets with built-ins. Rounding out the second floor is an elegant gallery area, which is appointed with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking spectacular views of the lake and also features a gorgeous Austrian crystal chandelier, gleaming hardwood floors and a staircase with solid brass bannisters leading down to the first level. Equally impressive, the first floor showcases two additional master bedroom suites with a combination of carpeted, terrazzo and marble floors, crystal chandeliers and original Sherle Wagner sinks and faucets. Patio doors in each room lead to the 2,500-square foot terrace as well as an additional covered terrace, both with fabulous views of the lake. One of the bedrooms is being used as a media room, with all of the controls located in the media room closet. An oversized two-car attached garage completes the interior of this fabulous residence.

Outside, over $200,000 was invested in landscaping the beautiful grounds of this estate. Two wooded/treed areas are located at the West Lawther side of the property along with a wrought iron fence and two solid iron-gate entrances – the Chapel Hill entrance gate being electric. The water fountain in the backyard was the featured three-tier fountain at Jackson’s Garden Center and specially purchased for this property. It is a brass fountain placed into a reflecting pool. Landscaped lighting surrounds the entire property and creates a moon lit atmosphere in the evening hours. Additionally, this property is located in a wildlife preserve and the tranquil setting is a sight for bird watchers and wildlife admirers. A nature walk around the lake is a dream come true offering fresh air, beautiful sounds and watching the sailboats on the lake is a treat! Additional amenities that are new to the property include a new $67,000 roof, rain gutters and window replacements.