Fabulous Old Highland Park Building Site on a 60′ x 150′ Lot
Situated in prestigious Old Highland Park on a 60′ x 150′ lot and within the award winning Armstrong School District, this is a rare opportunity to build the home of your dreams!
3612 Dartmouth Avenue
April 29, 2013
Fabulous Old Highland Park Building Site on a 60′ x 150′ Lot
Situated in prestigious Old Highland Park on a 60′ x 150′ lot and within the award winning Armstrong School District, this is a rare opportunity to build the home of your dreams!
4517 Belclaire Avenue
April 24, 2013
Outstanding Clean Line Mediterranean Showplace in Highland Park
Built by renowned custom builder Avida Custom Homes and situated in prestigious Highland Park just steps away from Flippen Park, this stunning clean line Mediterranean new construction showcases a finish-out of the highest quality and has fabulous drive-up appeal. The design elements in this spectacular residence are unparalleled. Details include 10-foot ceilings, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming hardwood floors, wrought iron detailing, antique reclaimed limestone wood-burning fireplaces and Italian wood chandeliers, deep cove molding, custom lighting, and gorgeous marble, travertine and limestone finishes throughout. The outstanding home offers approximately 5,361 square feet of living space, two stories, five bedrooms, six full and one-half baths, three entertaining areas, two dining areas, three interior fireplaces, two wet bars, a covered terrace with outdoor fireplace, pool, guest quarters and a two-car garage. Additionally, the guest quarters hold another 320 square feet and the covered terrace encompasses an additional 298 square feet. The two-story manse is in immaculate, move-in condition with the space, finish and amenities sought by any discerning buyer.
Through the double iron-and-glass doors, the exquisite entrance hall gleans with an antique bronze chandelier trimmed with deep cove molding and handsome hardwoods, whose texture is deftly highlighted by a gorgeous spiral stairway with wrought balusters leading upstairs to the second level. Providing for great entertaining flow, graceful arches properly accent entry to the formal areas, where deep cove molding and hardwood floors continue, and Palladian windows provide scenic views of the front landscaped grounds. The exquisite living room is oversized and centered by a fireplace with a fabulous antique French limestone mantel with Trumeau. Graced by a stunning oversized antique Italian wood chandelier, the spacious dining room also flows through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen.
The professional chef’s white Calcutta Regina marble kitchen showcases custom cabinetry, premier stainless steel appliances, including Wolf, SubZero, Bosch and Dacor, an expansive island with a stainless steel sink and a breakfast bar, a walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry and a large breakfast area, which provides art lighting and views of the side grounds. The kitchen also opens to an oversized great room, which is the heart of the home and features a fireplace with a stunning antique French limestone mantel with a flat screen television above. Additionally, floor-to-ceiling windows yield natural light on the hardwoods and overlook views of the covered terrace and gorgeous pool. A door also opens to the terrace. Nearby, French doors allow entrance to a private study, which is accented by a wall of built-ins with bookcases and an oversized stainless steel chandelier. A downstairs guest suite is appointed with a spacious bedroom, generous-sized walk-in closet and a gorgeous white Bianco Bella marble bath, which boasts a pedestal sink and a separate double shower. Conveniently serving the entertaining areas, a Siena Silver travertine-topped wet bar houses glass front top cabinets and a stainless steel bar sink and wine cooler refrigerator. A wrought iron door also opens to reveal a wine room, which is replete with wine racks. Adjacent, an exquisite powder room illuminated by fabulous antique Italian sconces also features a stunning marble baptism bowl and gorgeous limestone floors. Additionally, speakers for selected sound are located throughout the house. For added convenience, a mud nook and two storage closets round out the first floor.
Second level of living is equally impressive and subtly grand. Crowned by a coved pop-up ceiling, with a fabulous oversized antique Italian wood chandelier and surrounded by gleaming hardwoods, the lavish master suite is also appointed with a fireplace showcasing a gorgeous French limestone mantel with a flat screen television above, separate “His” and “Hers” palatial master baths and floor-to-ceiling windows, with elegant drapery, overlooking the pool and backyard. The nearby sumptuous “Hers” white Calcutta Regina marble bath is accented by a barrel vault ceiling with an Italian wood chandelier, dual vanity desk areas, a jetted tub, separate double steam shower and two huge walk-in closets. The “His” bath showcases handsome Winter Cloud marble counters with limestone floors, rich cabinetry, a large walk-in shower, room-sized closet with custom cabinetry and a marble wet bar with a bar sink and a stainless steel refrigerator. The adjoining three bedrooms range in size and style, and all with gleaming hardwoods, exquisite wall drapery or natural woven blinds, large walk-in closets and full elegant baths with marble or limestone finishes. Down the hall, a fully equipped utility room serves the area and houses London Grey limestone counters and floors, a stainless steel sink and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer.
Outside, the gorgeous backyard grounds and pool set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. The expansive covered terrace is framed by a cast stone wood-burning fireplace and also features limestone floors, ceiling fans and overlooks incredible views of the stunning pool and spa with fountains. The two-car oversized detached garage reveals abundant storage and has full guest quarters above, which include an oversized living-bedroom area with a vaulted ceiling, stylish wall-to-wall sisal carpeting and natural woven blinds. An elegant full bath with Temby Quartz counters and marble floors completes this stunning residence. Additional amenities include: pier and beam foundation, stucco plaster over a block exterior, tile roof, surround sound system speakers, wood and iron fence, foam insulation, tankless water heaters, abundant storage, and a sprinkler and security system.
3617 University Boulevard
March 7, 2013
Spectacular University Park Traditional with a Stone Exterior on a 175’-Deep Lot
Co-Listed by Kim Jacobs Calloway and Brenda Nelson
Situated in prestigious University Park within the award-winning Armstrong School District, this spectacular traditional residence with a stone exterior is nestled on a 175’-deep lot with a circular drive and fabulous drive-up appeal. Built by builder Charles Barnett, the design elements in this sophisticated home are unparalleled. Details include 11-foot ceilings downstairs, spacious entertaining rooms, hand-trawled walls, deep molding, wrought iron detailing, lighting treatments, natural Conrad blinds, and fabulous granite, marble and travertine throughout. The fabulous two-story manse offers 5,388 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, five full and two half baths, four entertaining areas, two dining areas, two fireplaces, a wet bar with wine room, front veranda, covered patio, pool and spa, and a two-car garage with an automatic gate.
Enter to a dramatic two-story entrance hall, which gleans with stone color hand trawled walls trimmed with deep molding, an oversized iron chandelier, hand-scraped hardwood and travertine patterned floors, and a staircase which leads to the second level. A wrought iron-and-wood balcony also looks down to the first level. Providing for great entertaining flow, the front foyer leads through graceful arches to the formal rooms, the study and to the family room. Centered by a cast stone wood-burning fireplace, the formal living room is spacious and also features gleaming hand-scraped hardwood floors, deep molding, and also provides views of the front landscaped grounds. Hand-scraped hardwoods continue in the private study, which is capped by a richly stained cross beamed ceiling with a wood carved chandelier and also showcases a wall of richly stained bookcases and a built-in desk area, both with grass cloth accents, and double French doors opening to a covered front veranda. French doors with leaded glass panels also allow entrance to the room. Graced by a stunning Italian wood chandelier, the formal dining room is also appointed with hand-finished walls and also flows through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen. Crowned by a wood beamed ceiling, the professional chef’s granite kitchen boasts an oversized island with bar sink, premier stainless steel appliances, including SubZero, Wolf, KitchenAid, Bosch and GE, a large walk-in pantry, oversized bar serving area to the family room and a large breakfast area, which is replete with an iron-and-crystal chandelier and also provides scenic views of the patio. Adjacent is an office, which is accented by built-ins with a desk area. The kitchen and breakfast area also opens to an oversized family room, which showcases a wood beamed ceiling and a stone wall featuring a wood burning fireplace, with a raised hearth and a special-finished wood mantle, and is also flanked by built-ins. Light-filled windows with Conrad natural blinds yield natural light on the hand-scraped hardwoods, and a door also opens to the covered patio. Conveniently serving the area is a wet bar with granite counters, an antique copper scalloped bar sink, a GE Monogram stainless steel wine cooler and an ice maker, and a 400-bottle refrigerated wine room. Two powder rooms, both with elegant black granite counters, complete the first floor. Speakers for selected sound are also featured throughout the home.
Second level of living is equally impressive. Crowned by a vaulted ceiling, an oversized game room is perfect for relaxation. The game room houses hand-scraped hardwood floors, storage closets and built-ins with space for a flat screen TV. Down the hall, the luxurious master suite’s credentials include an oversized bedroom, which is crowned by a pop-up vaulted beamed ceiling with deep molding, hand-scraped hardwoods, a flat screen TV and also opens to a private iron-grilled balcony. Topped by a barrel vault ceiling, the exquisite marble bath is also appointed with hand-finished walls, his and hers vanities, a jetted tub, separate double steam shower and his and hers huge walk-in closets. The additional four bedrooms range in size and style, some with vaulted or pop-up ceilings, bookcases or desk areas, hardwoods or neutral carpeting and all with fabulous travertine or granite full baths. A fully equipped utility room boasts granite counters with travertine floors, a stainless steel sink and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer mounted over a drain area. Outside, the covered patio sets the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. The spacious patio features stone and brick walls with arched entries and a wood-burning fireplace with a raised hearth, a bead board ceiling with ceiling fan, flagstone decking and a built-in KitchenAid stainless steel grill with storage. Additionally, the expansive patio overlooks a fabulous pool and spa with flagstone and limestone decking. A two-car garage with built-ins and an automatic gate completes this fabulous residence.
7975 Caruth Court
February 14, 2013
Wonderful Caruth Court Traditional Residence For Lease in the HPISD
This wonderful traditional home in the Caruth Court area of Dallas is situated within the award-winning Highland Park School District. This open floor plan is very light and bright. Hardwood floors throughout oversized formals, family room and kitchen with a breakfast area. The downstairs master suite has a separate sitting room, large bath with separate vanities, jetted tub and huge walk-in closet. Two bedrooms and an oversized game room are upstairs.
3325 BEVERLY DRIVE
February 14, 2013
This fabulous remodeled traditional residence is situated in Highland Park on prestigious Beverly Drive with a circular drive and wonderful drive-up appeal.
4806 ABBOTT AVENUE
February 13, 2013
This spacious two story home is situated on an extra deep 200′-foot lot adjacent to Abbott Park with easy access to the Katy Trial. There are four bedrooms upstairs with generous room sizes throughout. Features a center hall plan, 9′ ceilings, open kitchen-den with glass enclosed garden room overlooking expansive pool, patio and lush landscaped yard. Exceptional location and setting for those who enjoy outdoor recreation.
4236 Lomo Alto Court
February 11, 2013
Fabulous Gated Tri-Level Townhome in the Coveted Townes of Highland Park
This fabulous tri-level townhome is situated in the gated Townes of Highland Park, which is located within the coveted Highland Park School District and is also steps from Whole Foods Market. The two-story residence offers approximately 2,701 square feet, three bedrooms, three baths, three living areas, two dining areas, fireplace, patio, and a two-car garage. Details include 10- and 11-foot ceilings, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming hardwoods, deep crown molding and millwork, plantation shutters and lighting treatments throughout.
Enter on the second level to an inviting front foyer with handsome hardwood floors and a staircase leading upstairs to the third level. The space opens to elegant formal rooms. Framed by a gas fireplace, with a marble surround and a wood-carved mantle, the living room also features deep molding and light-filled bay windows with plantation shutters overlooking scenic views of the front grounds. Marked by columns, the living room also flows to the spacious dining room, providing for great entertaining flow and where deep molding and hardwood floors continue. Nearby, the fabulous island kitchen showcases new granite counters with a diamond patterned ceramic tile backsplash, premier stainless steel appliances, including Wolf and SubZero, a breakfast bar, desk area, pantry closet and a breakfast area, which is illuminated by an iron and crystal chandelier. A staircase leads down to the first level. Down the hall, a generous-sized bedroom is replete with elegant drapery, hardwood floors, a large closet and an adjacent full marble bath.
The third level of living boasts a luxurious master suite, which is crowned by a pop-up ceiling with an elegant crystal chandelier and also features a sitting area, hardwood floors, deep molding and elegant drapery. The gorgeous updated master bath is white marble and is appointed with elegant wall coverings, His and Hers sinks with a vanity desk area, a jetted tub, separate double steam shower and a huge walk-in closet. Perfect for relaxation, a private family room is adjacent and accented with neutral carpeting and elegant drapery. Fully equipped, a utility room provides built-ins and room for a full-size washer and dryer.
The downstairs level is equally impressive. A spacious game room or sitting room showcases hardwood floors, built-ins with abundant storage and conveniently opens to the large patio area. French doors allow entrance to a third bedroom, which is generous-sized and boasts hardwood floors, a large walk-in closet and an elegant full granite bath. Outside, the large open patio is ideal for barbeque grilling and entertaining guests. A nearby greenbelt or dog park can be conveniently used for having large outdoor parties. An attached two-car garage completes this fabulous property.
Monthly association dues are $450 monthly.
3687 Asbury Street
January 11, 2013
Wonderful University Park Townhome Overlooking DCC on a 55’ x 100’ Corner Lot
Situated in prestigious University Park within the award winning Armstrong School District, this wonderful traditional townhome is nestled on a corner lot overlooking scenic views of Dallas Country Club’s golf course and has fabulous drive-up appeal. Details include soaring ceilings, an open floor plan with spacious entertaining rooms, hardwood floors, elegant crown molding and recessed lighting throughout. The fabulous two-story townhome offers approximately 2,578 square feet, three bedrooms, three baths, two living areas, two dining areas, a fireplace, wet bar, balcony and a two-car garage.
Through the wood-and-paneled door, the front foyer, with slate floors, opens to a dramatic two-story living room, which is centered by a wood-burning fireplace, with a wood carved mantle and a marble surround. Light-filled windows with plantation shutters yield natural light on the hardwoods and also overlook fabulous views of the Dallas Country Club golf course. Conveniently serving the area is a wet bar with a bar sink and abundant storage. Providing great entertaining flow, the living room steps up to a hallway, which leads to the formal dining room, kitchen and a guest bedroom with a full bath.
Capped by a pop-up ceiling and graced by an iron chandelier, the spacious dining room also features an open half wall of elegant wood carved balusters and overlooks the two-story living room. The dining room also flows to an expansive remodeled island kitchen, which showcases granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a desk area, and a breakfast area opening to an iron-grilled balcony. A utility closet also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer. Perfect for relaxation, the generous-sized guest bedroom is crowned by a beamed ceiling and is also accented with hardwood floors, window coverings, a large walk-in closet and an adjacent elegant full bath. The bedroom may also be used as a den.
Second level of living is equally impressive. The luxurious master suite is oversized and boasts a sitting area with windows providing an abundance of light, neutral carpeting and a gorgeous limestone bath with his and her sinks, a vanity desk, soaking tub, separate double shower, two skylights, and a huge walk-in closet. Down the hall, a third bedroom is spacious and also includes hardwood floors, a large closet, full bath and an adjacent sunroom with ceramic tile floors and light-filled windows. Additionally, stairs lead from the second floor down to the basement level and reveals an attached two-car garage with extra room for storage and a work shop area complete with built-ins. This is a fabulous opportunity for a wonderful townhome in the Armstrong School District with scenic views of Dallas Country Club!
3100 Rosedale Avenue, #3100A
December 12, 2012
Wonderful University Park Condominium for Lease near SMU and Snider Plaza
Situated in prestigious University Park within walking distance of SMU and Snider Plaza, this wonderful traditional front corner unit condominium on the first level is offered for lease. Details include spacious rooms, gleaming hardwood floors, deep molding and decorative lighting treatments throughout. The sophisticated one-story residence offers 1,752 square feet of living space, three bedrooms, two full and one-half baths, an inviting entry, elegant formal areas, an office, utility, fireplace, patio and a two-car attached garage.
Enter to an inviting entry, which gleans with handsome hardwoods and deep molding and also leads to the elegant formal areas. Providing great entertaining flow, the oversized living and dining room combination is centered by a fireplace, with a cast stone-like plaster surround with mantle and a flat screen television above, and also showcases Palladian windows and a large dining room. The space opens to a spacious kitchen with richly stained cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, including a refrigerator with freezer, electric range, built-in Microwave, dishwasher and a double-bowl sink, and a large breakfast bar. A door leads to a large iron-grilled patio with views of the front landscaped grounds. Nearby is an office, which houses a richly stained built-in desk with shelving above and a pantry closet. Adjacent is a utility closet with a stackable washer and dryer.
Luxurious and oversized, the luxurious master suite features neutral carpeting, Palladian windows and a spa-like granite-and-travertine bath with richly stained cabinetry, dual sinks, a jetted tub, separate double shower and a huge walk-in closet. The additional two bedrooms are generous-sized with neutral carpeting, deep molding, large closets and are served by an elegant Jack and Jill bath with granite counters and ceramic tile floors. Outdoors, an assigned attached garage with an outside entry completes this wonderful residence.
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