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This refined five-bedroom estate in a coveted neighborhood of Houston balances timeless French Provincial design with modern comfort and convenience.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Although it enjoys an enviable location in one of the fastest-growing metropolises in the world\u2014Houston\u2014this refined manor with a stately limestone fa\u00e7ade would be equally at home in the French countryside. Inspired by the quintessential estates of Provence, the 8,116-square-foot residence balances the elements of that iconic Old World aesthetic\u2014featuring ornate millwork, handsome hardwood floors, marble and limestone fireplaces, stately beamed ceilings, striking ceramic tile, regal brass hardware, and a carefully chosen collection of French and Italian crystal sconces and chandeliers\u2014with a dedication to modern comfort and convenience, boasting such amenities as an elevator and a generator.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Houston, Texas<\/a>| Patricia Reed<\/a>, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty – Central Houston Brokerage<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The residence is infused with a gracious classical ambience while remaining warm and welcoming. The formal living and dining rooms feel ideal for both quiet private moments and festive festivities for a crowd. The stylish state-of-the-art kitchen has been painstakingly appointed with Calacatta marble counters, an oversized artisan-crafted island, abundant cabinet space, a dramatic copper hood for the dual-oven six-burner range, and a full complement of appliances from Sub-Zero, ASKO, and Wolf. A butler\u2019s pantry and a relaxing family room are steps away. A sophisticated sunroom with walls of windows and glass doors is a lively light-filled oasis with a wet bar, a nearby wine chiller, and a sweeping view of the serene landscaped grounds. The primary suite\u2014one of five equally elegant and restful spaces\u2014includes a luxurious bath and two impressively outfitted walk-in closets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the secluded backyard, an alluring swimming pool with deck jets and a spa is surrounded by an emerald lawn, mature oak trees, and a pergola ideal for alfresco amusement and leisure. The larger environs\u2014Houston\u2019s Memorial Park neighborhood and the nearby River Oaks Country Club\u2014are equally lush and enchanting. Just off the home\u2019s four-car garage, a motor court offers ample parking for visitors, who are sure to be plentiful in this ever-growing yet enduringly idyllic location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This refined five-bedroom estate in a coveted neighborhood of Houston balances timeless French Provincial design with modern comfort and convenience. Although it enjoys an enviable location in one of the fastest-growing metropolises in the world\u2014Houston\u2014this refined manor with a stately limestone fa\u00e7ade would be equally at home in the French countryside. 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