Fit For Royalty: Houston's Top 5 Mansions

HOUSTON, TX — The royal wedding that's happening across the pond has understandably been the talk around the world for several weeks.

While most think of English kings and queens when the words "castle" or "royalty" come to mind, but not so much when you think of Houston and the surrounding communities.

However, you can definitely see castles in some of the most elegant estates in the area, and realtor.com knows where they are.

Here are the Houston area castles that made the top 5 this week.

Seriously, nothing says royalty like an actual English manor and there's one right here in the Houston area. You can find this one at 1306 Horseshoe Dr, Sugar Land, Texas. While many look for the obvious amenities, this home has a few that cater relaxed, comfortable living and intellectual activities afforded by 2 reading rooms, a study and the opera room. This one is very English.

This next Houston area palace also boasts amenities for different pursuits and hobbies, and includes a recording studio and cigar room, as well as an amazing pool and media complex. You can find this one at 6710 Falcon Pt, Dickinson, Texas. Exquisite inside and out. This incredible custom-built Mediterranean-style estate on 2+ waterfront acres nestled away in the Lakes of Bay Area.

This home is in Houston Tanglewood area, which is in the same neighborhood as former President Geor4ge H.W. Bush — considered American royalty by some. You can find this one at 302 Shadywood Rd, Houston, Texas. This amazing estate boasts oversized rooms, high volume ceilings, Pennsylvania flagstone floors, stone accented walls, all with floor to ceiling views of the course and swimming pool. Commercial grade elevator to all three floors. No detail or amenity missed.

The next home is in Carlton Woods and backs to the 16th hole of Jack Nicklaus Signature Course. You can find this one at 6 Fleury Way, The Woodlands, Texas. This amazing estate sits on two lots totaling more than 3 acres, and it's stunning.

The last Houston area palace is an amazing waterfront resort located at 1107 Kingsmark Springs Ln, Kingwood, Texas. This home is not only luxurious, but has special features built in to prevent flooding, which is a huge plus in the Houston area. There are other cool amenities that make this place fit for a king or queen.

Images and listings are courtesy of realtor.com.