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3906 Shenandoah Street

September 13, 2019

Gorgeous Highland Park Custom Built Country French Residence on a 90′ x 180′ Lot Backing up to Dallas Country Club’s Golf Course

Situated in prestigious Highland Park backing up to Dallas Country Club’s golf course, 3906 Shenandoah Street is a gorgeous custom built country french residence nestled on a 90′ x 180′ lot with an expansive circular drive and has fabulous drive-up appeal. Coming Soon!

Designed by renowned architect Richard Drummond Davis and built by custom builder Cy Barcus, the 8,458-square-foot estate is nestled on a 90’ x 180’ lot with an expansive circular drive and a main driveway to the garage
Showcases a stone and stucco exterior with brick accents and a slate roof on a pier and beam foundation
Details include limestone and maple hardwood flooring, voluminous 10’-foot ceilings downstairs, expansive gathering rooms with elegant proportions, exquisite stonework, gorgeous wrought iron detailing and lighting, and gorgeous Crema Marfil marble, limestone, granite and travertine accents contribute to the grandeur of this magnificent home
Offers equally comfortable spaces for intimate living and for large scale gathering and entertaining
The exquisite four-and-a-half-level manse, including a basement, is comprised of five luxurious ensuite bedrooms, 7.2 baths, nine gathering areas, three dining areas, an elevator, four fireplaces, a wet bar, wine closet, seven Juliet balconies, a covered porch, beautifully landscaped grounds with a fountain and gorgeous plantings, a workshop-garden room, and a detached three-car garage with guest quarters above.
An elevator services all four-and-a-half levels of living in addition to the stairways
5 HVAC zones in the main house. 1 in the Workshop-Garden Room and 1 in the Guest Quarters for a total of 7 HVAC zones

MAIN HOUSE

FIRST LEVEL:

Front:

Front overlooks scenic views of an expansive circular driveway, mature trees and exquisite landscaping

Entrance Hall:

Double wood-and-glass paneled doors open to reveal a 20’-foot limestone-patterned floored entrance hall illuminated by an oversized wrought iron lantern
Hand-finished walls plus a large coat closet grace the space
Arched entries open to the formal rooms and French doors lead to the rear of the home
A swooping grand curving stairway is highlighted by gorgeous wrought iron balusters and leads upstairs to the second level
- A wrought iron balcony looks down to the first floor plus an additional balcony with clerestory window provides an abundance of natural light

Formal Living Room:

Capped by a 12’-foot pop-up tray, beamed ceiling and centered by a limestone fireplace
Maple hardwoods floor the room and a huge circular window overlooks the front landscaped grounds.
A pair of bookcases reveal a large hidden storage room
Dual French doors open to iron-grilled Juliet balconies

Formal Dining Room:

Graced by 10’-foot ceilings with coved plaster walls and handsome maple hardwoods floor the room
Appointed with a fabulous wrought iron chandelier
Huge circular front window provides views of front landscaped grounds
Circular French doors open to an iron-grilled Juliet balcony
Leads through a large serving butlery to the kitchen

Center Hall:

Stairs lead downstairs to the basement
Elevator, accented by wainscoting and grass cloth wall coverings, leads to all levels of living
Flows to the rear of the home

Front Powder Room:

Appointed with a marble-topped antique cabinet, elegant wall coverings and Crema Marfil polished flooring
Limestone-topped art niche in entry hall

Wet Bar:

With access from the Family Room and a bar seating area from the Center Hall, the granite-topped wet bar houses a stainless steel bar sink with disposal, mirrored walls with glass shelving, plus a KitchenAid icemaker and Whirlpool wine cooler refrigerator

Family Room:

Surrounded by a wall of bookcases with limestone-topped counters, an arched bookcase niche and double love seating, the Family Room is centered by a hand carved cast stone fireplace
Gleaming hardwoods floor the room and storage closets provide abundant space
A door leads to the Wet Bar

Card Room:

Crowned by a groin-vault ceiling and floored by handsome hardwoods. Illuminated by sconces
French doors open to an iron-grilled Juliet balcony

Back Powder Room:

Accented by a white pedestal sink and wrought iron sconces

Wine Closet:

Hand carved door opens to reveal a wine closet outfitted by wine racks
Refrigerator-ready but not currently hooked up

Great Room:

Crowned by a 21’-foot ceiling with a gorgeous wrought iron staircase leading upstairs to the second level and a wrought iron balcony looks down to the first floor from all sides
A hand carved cast stone fireplace centers the great room and gleaming hardwoods floor the space
Door opens to the side grounds

Morning Room:

Circular room is surrounded by light-filled windows and limestone-topped built-ins
Accented by gorgeous chevron-patterned maple hardwoods and a wrought iron chandelier
Opens to the culinary kitchen and great room

Chef’s Culinary Kitchen and Breakfast Area:

Marked by beamed ceilings and wide-plank maple hardwoods floor the room
Boasts beautiful granite counters and custom cabinetry
Immense island features a double bowl stainless steel sink, breakfast bar with storage and a wrought iron chandelier above
Professional stainless steel and paneled appliances include: a Thermador four-burner gas cooktop with grill, double oven with thermal convection and a warming drawer, a Vent-a-hood, two Asko dishwashers, and a KitchenAid refrigerator with freezer
Adjacent Breakfast Area is highlighted by a large built-in granite-topped desk area with bookshelves, furniture alcove, pantry closet and French doors open to the side covered porch
Bar serving area to gallery is accented by folding stained glass doors

Serving Butlery:

Two granite-topped butler’s pantry areas feature leaded glass top cabinets, two pantry closets with built-ins and storage
Flows to the kitchen and breakfast area
A door leads to the covered porch

Covered Porch:

Overlooking a beautiful stone fountain and landscaped grounds
Marked by three stone and brick arched columns with brick flooring and its bead board ceiling is illuminated by a wrought iron chandelier
Includes a trash can nook

Master Suite:

Enter through a long hallway surrounded by windows and also boasts beamed ceilings, stone-like plaster walls and Crema Marfil polished Versailles-patterned floors
Double French doors open to reveal the luxurious Master Suite, which is oversized and floored with wool carpeting and separate entrances to the His and Hers Master Baths
A Crema Marfil-surrounded fireplace, with its wood carved mantle, is flanked by love seating with bookcases

Hers Bath:

Surrounded by Crema Marfil polished counters and limestone-patterned flooring
Appointed with an expansive vanity with desk area, sink and storage, a jetted tub and a Toto Washlet bidet commode
A large walk-in closet features abundant built-ins with mirrored closet doors, a wall safe, and heater

His Bath:

Surrounded by Crema Marfil polished counters and flooring
Appointed with two vanities – one featuring a sink area and the other with drawers and a heater, anad a separate marble shower with clerestory window, and a Toto commode
A large walk-in closet features abundant built-ins with drawers and mirrored closet doors

Utility Room:

Boasts ceramic tile counters and floors plus a white farm sink and cabinetry features wood bead board accents
Provides room for a full-size front-loading washer and dryer plus access to the master suite

IN BETWEEN SECOND & THIRD LEVELS:

Theater “Lobby”:

Ascending the front stairway located in between the 2^nd and 3^rd floor, to the left steps up to an entrance to the Theater “Lobby”
Features a vaulted ceiling with paneled wainscoting and chair railing, neutral carpeting and a storage closet
A staircase leads to the 3^rd floor Theater and Attic Spaces

THIRD LEVEL:

Theater:

Capped by a cross beamed ceiling and ornate carpeting on the walls and floors
Space reveals a lit-up movie theater stage area with an oversized HDTV, speakers, granite-topped built-ins, and movie theater seating
Elevator access to all levels
Access to the east Attic space

East Attic Space:

Floored for storage and closest to the elevator

North Attic Space:

Contains two A/C units (2) for the 2^nd and 3^rd floors in addition to the floored storage space

SECOND LEVEL:

Upstairs Den:

From the right of the front stairway, reveal an oversized upstairs den, with elevator access
Hardwoods floor the space and double French doors open to the wrought iron balcony, which looks down to the Great Room
Serving the space is a full marble bath with a white pedestal sink, tub/shower and also opens to the Guest Suite #2

Guest Suite #1:

French doors open to reveal a front bedroom accented with cove molding and hardwood floors
A window alcove overlooks the front grounds plus French doors open to an iron-grilled Juliet balcony
Two walk-in closets provide storage
With Crema Marfil flooring, an elegant full bath features a white pedestal sink, tub/shower and elegant striped wall coverings

Guest Suite #2:

French doors open to reveal an oversized bedroom accented with cove molding, hardwood floors plus a huge walk-in closet
Served by an exquisite Crema Marfil bath, with sink, linen cabinet, moveable mirror and also steps up to a jetted tub

Sitting Room:

Circular room is surrounded by windows and illuminated by a wrought iron chandelier
Hardwoods floor the space and a wrought iron balcony looks down to the great room

Guest Suite #3:

French doors open to reveal an oversized bedroom accented with hardwood floors plus a large walk-in closet
French doors open to an iron-grilled Juliet balcony overlooking the side grounds
Served by an elegant full bath, with a Crema Marfil-topped pine cabinet, hardwood floors, tub-shower with ceramic tile, linen cabinet plus beautiful floral wall coverings

Office:

Features a granite-topped built-in desk area with bookcases and storage
French doors open to an iron-grilled Juliet balcony overlooking the side grounds
French doors open to the Music Balcony overlooking the great room, which is perfect for entertaining guests

Guest Suite #4 or Game Room:

A ideal game room or oversized bedroom
Features hardwood flooring, built-ins, a huge storage closet, and a large window plus two alcoves with windows – all providing an abundance of light
Served by an elegant full bath, accented with a white pedestal sink, vanity desk area with honed limestone counters, mirrored cabinetry, tub/shower with travertine-and-marble-patterned tile and a huge walk-in closet.
A cedar closet is nearby

BASEMENT:

Features water heaters, a whole house water filtration system, sump pump, downstairs A/C units (3), utility panels, including a phone system panel, electrical panels, computer/internet panels and a security system panel. Also, there is an elevator controls room

Basement accessible by stairs or elevator. Access to crawl space from the basement.
Hot water circulating system – 3 hot water heaters in basement, each with its own circulating system and timers controlled upstairs
Cold water cutoff manifold in basement. Water to each room can be individually cut off in the basement.

MISCELLANEOUS:

All rooms wired for telephone and internet
Nest A/C control

OUTDOORS:

Surrounded by beautiful creative landscaping with its stone fountain, hydrangeas, azaleas and Japanese maple trees, the exceptional landscaped backyard grounds provide views of the eight hole of Dallas Country Club’s golf course, through a circular stucco-and-brick wall with see-through iron detailing, and also feature a Workshop-Garden Room and a three-car detached Garage with Guest Quarters above.

Workshop-Garden Room (392 SF):

Building includes a Workshop with Half bath and Garden Room – and is fully air-conditioned
Workshop features a living area with a 16’-foot vaulted ceiling with clerestory windows, built-ins, hardwood floors plus loft space
A half bath serves the space
Highlighted by a glass wall facing south, the Garden Room also showcases a vaulted beamed, bead board ceiling and concrete flooring
An expansive slate-like formica counter with a stainless steel sink rests on pine cabinetry

Three-Car Detached Garage with Guest Quarters Above:

Garage (861 SF):

Garage features a stucco exterior with brick accents, five windows, including two with stained glass plus cedar garage doors. A leaded glass-and-wood door also opens to the garage
Garage has two doors on the front and three on the back, so that two of the spaces are accessible from the front driveway or the alley. The third space is accessible only from the alley. All doors use the quietest openers.
Storage room contains sprinkler controls

Guest Quarters (762 SF):

Fully air-conditioned with an electric hot water heater and hardwood flooring
Features a large living area with fireplace, bedroom area, kitchen and eating area with pantry, two closets plus a full bath
Kitchen boasts wood counters with a tumbled marble backsplash, a stainless steel double bowl sink with disposal, black KitchenAid gas cooktop, Amana microwave, paneled undercounter refrigerator and freezer, faux granite counter area, pantry closet and an eating area with a pendant light above
With light-filled windows, the living area is accented by a slate fireplace surrounded by a platform and space for a television
Bedroom area is capped by a tray ceiling
Serving the Guest Quarters is an elegant full bath with cultured marble counters, ceramic tile and slate-patterned flooring, and a tub/shower with a travertine-and-marble-patterned surround

3449 Stanford Avenue

December 17, 2018

Stunning University Park Transitional New Construction Showplace in the Fairway

Situated in the Fairway of prestigious University Park on a beautiful tree-lined street, 3449 Stanford Avenue is a stunning clean lined transitional new construction showplace conveniently located within walking distance of University Park Elementary, Curtis Park, University Park Pool and Snider Plaza. The fabulous three-story home offers approximately 5,189 square feet, five bedrooms, 5.2 baths, an inviting center entrance hall, chic formal rooms, oversized family room with cast stone fireplace and an adjacent office nook area, spacious white quartz kitchen with a glass subway-tiled backsplash and a gorgeous white Macabus quartzite waterfall island, premier stainless steel appliances, including Wolf, Akso, and SubZero, a breakfast area, butler’s pantry with a stainless SubZero wine cooler refrigerator and a huge walk-in pantry, luxurious master suite with a pop-up ceiling, handsome hardwoods, and a stunning quartz and marble herringbone tiled spa-like bath featuring His and Hers vanities, a soaking tub, separate double shower, toilet room, and a huge walk-in closet, four additional generous-sized bedrooms including a wonderful downstairs guest suite as well as a third floor play room or exercise room, which may also be used as a sixth bedroom, and all served by elegant ensuite quartz baths with large walk-in closets, a mud nook, covered terrace with a built-in stainless steel grill and an outdoor fireplace overlooking lush landscaped grounds, a two-car attached garage, and an automatic gate completes this stunning residence.

4228 Lomo Alto Court

December 6, 2018

Beautiful Highland Park Traditional Three-Level Townhome in the Gated Townes of Highland Park

Situated in prestigious Highland Park in the fabulous gated community of the Townes of Highland Park, this beautiful traditional three-level townhome is nestled in a highly sought after location in the award-winning Highland Park School District near Whole Foods and nearby shopping areas. Only one of 24 private residences, details include soaring 10-foot ceilings, expansive entertaining rooms, handsome hardwood floors, deep crown molding and millwork, plantation shutters and beautiful marble finishes throughout. Exuding warm elegance and sophisticated interiors, the wonderful home is graciously appointed with approximately 2,052 square feet, two luxurious ensuite bedrooms, 2.1 baths, a gorgeous 21-foot vaulted living room showcasing a marble-surrounded fireplace, built-in bookcases, a private balcony and also opens through columns to an elegant 10-foot dining room, a spacious light-filled island kitchen with white appliances, a butler’s pantry, breakfast bar and a large morning room with a bay window, a luxurious third level master suite with a pop-up ceiling with a bay window, built-ins bookcases with storage, a huge walk-in closet and a see-through marble-surrounded fireplace into a fabulous marble bath with His and Hers vanities an a vanity desk area, a jetted tub, separate shower and a toilet room, first floor spacious den opening to an inviting private patio, generous-sized bedroom with neutral carpeting, a large walk-in closet and an elegant full ceramic tiled bath, fully equipped utility room, elegant powder room with stylish wall coverings, and an oversized two-car attached garage completes this fabulous residence.

4404 Hyer Street

November 11, 2018

Beautifully Updated University Park Traditional Ranch-Style Brick Residence For Lease near Highland Park High School

Situated in prestigious University Park conveniently near Highland Park Highland School and shopping areas including Snider Plaza, Inwood Pavillion, Inwood Village and Preston Center, 4404 Hyer Street is a beautifully updated one-story traditional ranch-style brick residence offered for lease and has great drive-up appeal. Featuring expansive rooms and handsome hardwood floors, the charming home showcases an oversized living room featuring its slate and brick covered fireplace, with a wood carved mantle, gas logs and a gas starter, spacious dining room, and a large granite kitchen boasting a honed marble backsplash, tile floors, stainless and black appliances, including an electric cooktop, double oven, built-in microwave and a refrigerator with freezer, a pantry closet as well as a utility closet, which provides room for a full-size washer and dryer. Appointed with a chic porcelain-tiled bath, the oversized primary suite has large closets and French doors open to a light-filled sun room with abundant bookcases. Two additional generous-sized bedrooms are outfitted with California Closets and served by a stylish porcelain-tiled bath. Outside, a covered flagstone patio is perfect for entertaining and overlooks lush landscaped grounds plus a two-car detached garage.

4720 St. Johns Drive

November 5, 2018

Stunning Highland Park Custom-Built French Residence on a 75’-Wide Lot across from Hackberry Creek

Situated in prestigious Highland Park and designed by renowned architect Larry Boerder, 4720 St. Johns Drive is a stunning French residence nestled on a 75’-wide frontage lot across from Hackberry Creek. With its stucco and cast stone exterior and swooping circular drive, the home has been newly refreshed and painted to a soothing light and bright palette and also includes a new roof and fence. Details include soaring 10’-foot ceilings downstairs, spacious gathering areas with elegant proportions, gleaming hardwoods, sculpted archways, deep molding, wrought iron detailing and fabulous marble and granite finishes throughout. Boasting sophisticated chic interiors, the fabulous three-story manse offers approximately 5,644 square feet, five luxurious ensuite bedrooms, 5.1 baths, an elegant central entrance hall with gorgeous marble-patterned flooring, exquisite formal rooms with circular windows, a spacious granite island kitchen with stainless appliances, a breakfast bar, butler’s and walk-in pantries and a large, light-filled morning room, a fully equipped utility room, oversized great room showcasing a cast stone fireplace and built-ins, an adjacent granite-topped wet bar and triple French doors conveniently opening to the outdoors, an oversized, luxurious master suite highlighted by a cast stone fireplace, sitting area, His and Hers large walk-in closets, and a fabulous marble bath appointed with His and Hers vanities, a vanity desk, jetted tub, separate double shower, toilet room and a refrigerator, and four additional generous-sized ensuite bedrooms featuring large closets and elegant baths, including a third floor bedroom which may also be used as a spacious game room.

Outside, the backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. Marked by columns, the covered terrace is highlighted by brick-patterned flooring, sound system speakers and ceiling fans and also overlooks the huge verdant landscaped grounds. A detached two-car garage with guest quarters above completes this stunning residence. The guest quarters reveal a spacious vaulted living room-bedroom with neutral carpeting, a large closet and an elegant full bath.

4624 Lorraine Avenue

July 27, 2018

Stunning West Highland Park Clean Lined Transitional Cottage on a Beautifully Landscaped 60’-Wide Lot

Situated on a gorgeous street in prestigious West Highland Park with beautiful landscaping and mature trees with tree lighting, 4624 Lorraine Avenue is a stunning clean lined transitional cottage nestled on a 60’-wide lot and has fabulous drive-up appeal. The property also includes the City of Highland Park Fire, Police and Emergency Services. In keeping with the timeless charm of the original home but completely updated with luxury amenities designed to pamper the most discerning homebuyers, details include a brick exterior, open floor plan, expansive entertaining rooms with elegant proportions, handsome hardwoods, deep molding, sound system speakers, light-filled windows providing an abundance of light, chic custom drapery and wall coverings, plus wonderful marble and granite finishes, including the finest of tile from Ann Sacks.

Visually captivating and impressive, the large lot is accentuated by caressing mature lighted trees and curvilinear planting areas lead to the front of the home. Exuding modern elegance with its sophisticated chic interiors, the stylish one-story residence is perfect for entertaining with its open floor plan graciously leading to the rear of the home and outdoor living space. The well-appointed home offers approximately 2,273 square feet, two luxurious bedrooms, two baths, an inviting front foyer, elegant formal living room, spacious open granite kitchen boasting premier stainless appliances, including a breakfast bar, large morning room and also opens to an oversized family room with a formal dining area, featuring a soaring 12-foot vaulted beamed ceiling, brick-surrounded fireplace, light-filled French doors opening to the outdoors and a fully equipped wet bar with a Uline stainless steel ice maker and refrigerator plus a fabulous temperature controlled wine room, a spacious study surrounded by windows with stylish drapery, brick flooring, built-in bookcases and also opens to the front side driveway, with a carport and its new covered awning, a luxurious oversized master suite highlighted by gleaming hardwoods, abundant built-ins, and an elegant marble bath, accented with gorgeous Ann Sacks marble herringbone mosaic tile floors, a huge walk-in closet, and light-filled French doors conveniently opening to the patio deck area, a generous-sized guest bedroom with a pair of large closets and served by an adjacent elegant limestone bath with exquisite wall coverings, and a large utility room.

Outside, the backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. An exceptional outdoor entertaining area features an expansive patio deck area overlooking lush landscaped grounds framed by gorgeous flowering crepe myrtle trees and an inviting vaulted covered pergola. A carport and nearby storage shed, with abundant storage space, completes this stunning home. You will be surprised by the phenomenal use of space within this fabulous residence. Every room is spacious and open, and there isn’t an afterthought in one square foot of the home. It was designed to make the homeowner feel special!

4017 Purdue Avenue

July 8, 2018

Fabulous University Park Traditional For Lease

Offered for lease and situated in the Fairway of prestigious University Park, 4017 Purdue Avenue is a fabulous traditional residence nestled on a beautifully landscaped 50’ x 140’ lot and has wonderful drive-up appeal. Details include spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming hardwood floors, deep molding and designer lighting throughout. The sophisticated two-story home offers approximately 4,654 square feet, four bedrooms, 4.2 baths, elegant formal rooms, a paneled study with built-in bookcases, oversized family room with fireplace, built-ins and also overlooks the outdoors, a spacious white quartz island kitchen with white appliances and a large breakfast area, oversized vaulted game room, luxurious master suite with a pop-up ceiling, bay windows and a wonderful bath with a jetted tub, separate shower and a huge walk-in closet, three additional spacious bedrooms with neutral carpeting, large closets and elegant baths, a covered patio overlooking huge landscaped grounds and a two-car attached garage. Offered for a one to three-year lease.

3416 Potomac Avenue, #B

May 18, 2018

Situated in the heart of the Park Cities near SMU, Highland Park Village, Snider Plaza, the Katy Trail & schools, 3416 Potomac Avenue, #B is a wonderful completely remodeled two-story Georgetown Place condominium and has fabulous drive-up appeal. Details include spacious entertaining rooms, handsome hardwood floors, all new white paint, deep molding, elegant white marble and porcelain tile baths and neutral carpeting. Showcasing approximately 1,350 square feet, the first level reveals an expansive living and dining room centered by a new marble-surrounded fireplace and is also appointed with bookcases and a wet bar with marble accents and mirrored shelving, spacious Silestone galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a stylish white marble powder room. The second level boasts a generous-sized master suite plus second bedroom, both with large closets and elegant white marble and porcelain tile baths. A two-car attached garage completes this wonderful residence.

4230 Beverly Drive

May 15, 2018

Stunning Clean Lined Brick Traditional Residence on a Gorgeous 100′ x 139′ Lot

Situated in prestigious Highland Park on exclusive Beverly Drive, 4230 Beverly Drive is a stunning clean lined brick traditional residence nestled on a gorgeous 100’ x 139’ lot with fabulous drive-up appeal. Exuding modern elegance with its sophisticated chic interiors and state-of-the-art amenities, the fabulous two-story home offers approximately 5,309 square feet, five bedrooms, 6.2 baths, a chic formal dining room, paneled study with built-ins, enclosed patio, spacious family room with a cast stone fireplace and French doors opening to the outdoors, oversized chef’s white marble kitchen boasting an immense island, premier Thermador stainless steel appliances, expansive breakfast bar, walk-in pantry and an adjacent breakfast area with love seating, oversized two-story great room with a cast stone fireplace with chimney breast wall, the second level with iron-grilled balusters looking down to the first floor, and triple French doors opening to the outdoors, spacious marble wet bar, luxurious downstairs master suite with a separate sitting room featuring a white marble wet bar and gorgeous His and Hers separate marble baths with huge walk-in closets, four additional second floor generous-sized bedrooms with large walk-in closets and four elegant granite baths, a covered terrace with columns overlooking a wonderful pool surrounded by flagstone, and a three-car detached garage with guest quarters above featuring an oversized living room with an expansive wet bar and a full bath. Apool half bath completes this fabulous residence. More information to follow soon!

4008 Bryn Mawr Avenue

March 25, 2018

Stunning University Park Mediterranean Showplace on a Gorgeous 70’ x 160’ Lot

Situated in prestigious University Park, 4008 Bryn Mawr Drive is a stunning Mediterranean showplace nestled on a gorgeous 70’ x 160’ lot with a circular drive and has been completely remodeled to perfection. Featuring a brick exterior and tile roof, the fabulous residence showcases a finish-out of the highest quality. The interior is appointed with the finest of French terracotta, limestone and marble from Walker Zanger, handsome hand-scraped hardwoods, voluminous 10-foot ceilings, expansive rooms, sculpted archways, stone fireplace mantels, Paul Ferrante custom lighting, Waterworks fixtures and exquisite wrought iron detailing contribute to the grandeur of this beautiful home. Exuding warm elegance with its sophisticated chic interiors and state-of-the-art amenities, the gorgeous two-story residence offers approximately 5,535 square feet, five luxurious bedrooms, 4.2 baths, four gathering areas, two dining areas, two interior fireplaces, a wet bar and two dry bars, front veranda, two balconies, covered terrace with outdoor fireplace, gorgeous pool and spa, landscaped grounds, and a two-car attached garage.

Through the oversized double steel and glass doors, the dramatic entrance hall gleans with a 20-foot pecky cypress plank ceiling trimmed with deep molding and a fabulous Paul Ferrante wrought iron hanging lantern, French terracotta tile floors, and a curving staircase, with gorgeous wrought iron balusters, leading upstairs to the second level. An iron-grilled balcony also looks down to the first floor. Graceful sculpted archways allow entry to the chic formal rooms and also lead to the rear of the home. Both with handsome hand-scraped hardwoods, elegant drapery and scenic views of the front landscaped grounds, the spacious living room features a stone fireplace with exquisite crystal and iron sconces above and a triptych of arched windows, and the exquisite dining room is graced with Palladian windows and also opens to a front veranda. Illuminated by a gorgeous crystal and iron chandelier, the dining room also flows through a nearby limestone-trimmed butler’s pantry to the kitchen. French doors allow entry to an intimate African Mahogany paneled study, which is capped by a cross beamed ceiling with an antique copper Moroccan chandelier and also boasts hand-scraped hardwoods, custom roman shades, and dual limestone-topped dry bars with wine racks and paneled SubZero dual temperature wine cooler refrigerators. A pair of light-filled French doors also open to the veranda, which reveals patterned concrete floors, dual wrought iron hanging lanterns by Paul Ferrante, and cast stone columns with arches overlook the front grounds. Highlighted by a hand hewn cross beamed ceiling with a Paul Ferrante wrought iron hanging lantern, the oversized great room features a stone fireplace, with a raised hearth, and is flanked by arched built-ins with stone counters and storage. Double French doors, with elegant drapery, also open to the terrace. Serving the area is a limestone-topped wet bar, which is replete with an antique copper Moroccan chandelier and bar sink, wine racks and a SubZero dual temperature wine cooler refrigerator.

Also accented by a hand hewn cross beamed ceiling plus French terracotta tile floors, the professional chef’s limestone kitchen, with its subway tiled backslash, boasts state-of-the-art appliances, including a Wolf 48” four burner gas range with grill and griddle, Miele dishwasher, Viking professional vent, microwave and warming drawer and a Pro 48” SubZero glass door refrigerator with freezer, a pine island with a pair of antique copper pendant lights above, two breakfast bars, a white fire clay farm sink, butler’s and walk-in pantries, and an large breakfast area. The breakfast area is appointed with oversized faceted glass globe chandelier and French doors open to the side grounds. A staircase also leads to the second level. Down the hall, a spacious downstairs bedroom is illuminated by shell chandelier and also showcases a wall of built-ins with a desk area, elegant wall coverings, natural blinds and a large closet. Highlighted by limestone counters and seating along with Subway tile accents and hand-painted cement tile floors, a fabulous mud room also features a wall of storage lockers, built-in dog bowls, a stainless steel sink and a SubZero 30” glass door refrigerator with freezer. A door conveniently opens to the garage. Two elegant powder rooms round out the first floor, one with a Waterworks limestone and antique nickel washstand and exquisite wall coverings and the other with fabulous hand painted wall tiles. Both feature French terracotta tile floors. Speakers for selected sound are also located throughout the home.

Second level of living is equally impressive. Hand-scraped hardwood floors continue into the luxurious, oversized master suite, which boasts a vaulted, pecky cypress plank ceiling with an antique bronze chandelier and French doors opening to an expansive iron-grilled balcony with an antique copper Moroccan chandelier and Pennsylvania Bluestone flooring. The gorgeous white Statuary marble and limestone bath is appointed with His and Hers large vanities, a jetted tub, separate double shower and huge His and Hers walk-in closets. The “Hers” closet also opens to the entrance hall, where French doors open to an iron-grilled front balcony overlooking the front grounds. Three additional ensuite bedrooms range in size and style, one with geometric print wall coverings and plantation shutters and another with grass cloth wall coverings, paneled wainscoting and bamboo shades, but all with neutral carpeting, large walk-in closets and elegant baths with Waterworks fixtures. Two of the baths are also appointed with fabulous white Calacatta marble accents and one with chic Lindsay Cowles wall coverings. Perfect for relaxation, an oversized game room showcases a fabulous antler chandelier, paneled wainscoting, neutral carpeting, custom roman shades and a huge walk-in closet with additional attic storage inside. Fully equipped, a utility room houses built-ins with a stainless steel sink, fabulous hand-painted geometric patterned cement tiles, a drip dry area and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer.

Outside, the backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. Marked by graceful arches with cast stone columns, an exceptional outdoor entertaining area features a covered terrace with an outdoor fireplace, patterned concrete floorings, ceiling fans, and also overlooks a stunning glass tiled pool and spa with fountains complete with a PebbleTec pool finish and UV System. The expansive verdant landscaped grounds showcase artificial turf grass and is also surrounded by holly trees, with River rock accents, for complete privacy. An oversized two-car attached garage, driveway basketball hoop, sports rebounder, and an automatic gate complete this stunning residence.

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