The Top 5 Homes You Wish You Had: Houston Area Real Estate

HOUSTON, TX — There's no shortage of over-the-top homes in the Greater Houston area, and it makes one wonder: Would I buy a home like this if I could afford it? Here are a few to look at while you're pondering that very question.

The first leg of the over-the-top home tour is in Friendwood at 2517 Sierra Madre Street, and this place is, well, awesome. Come experience pure Texas in this extraordinary Hill Country home on nearly 5 acres in the city of Friendswood. Its iron entry gate opens to spacious grounds for great living and just about anything Texas. The front courtyard welcomes guests to a fabulous lifestyle in this sprawling one story. Enjoy tall ceilings with stained-wood beams, quarried-stone accent walls and Saltillo tile flooring inside paired with the pool, stucco cabanas and a Spindletop-style, vintage oil derrick in the backyard. Oh, and did we mention that this one has batting cages? Play ball!

Our second stop is in Missouri City, at 7 Westpoint Drive. Sleek and serene retreat style custom home w/luxurious finishing touches. State of the art kitchen FTRS 2 dishwashers,cooktop w/griddle,Wolf&Subzero appl,wine fridge, hammered hood vent,granite&wood counters.Surround sound throughout. Large master bedroom suite with free standing tub,huge shower&access to private patio. Five bedrooms, 4.5 baths, office,gamerm, gym and other amenities this incredible hm offers. Phenomenal backyard w/stately pool/spa,wood beamed outdoor ktchn access to priv island stocked with bass for fishing!

The third stop on our tour is in Houston's Braeswood area, at 2305 Underwood St. Boasting lighted tennis court,pool,spa,cabana guest suite w/sauna/steam room,unique property in prestigious Old Braeswood! Sound surround system in every room and exterior of home. Saltwater pool w/auto acid dispenser, groundwater well for garden. Travertine tiles in pool-side,veranda,remote controlled waterfalls! Chef's kitchen, stylishly designed with plenty of windows, Thermador 6 burner prof gas cooktop, sub-zero.

This amazing castle-like home is in Spring, just north of Houston at 15 Estancia Place. This beautiful 10,000 sqft Mediterranean Estate in Carlton Woods Creekside is located on a golf course with nearly two acres of land. Home has Granite counter tops, Knotty Alder Cabinets, Knotty Alder Interior Doors, and Travertine Tile. Hardwood floors in all bedrooms and study. Cantera columns throughout. Large game room with wet bar. Theatre room. Butlers kitchen. Seperate guest suite. Equipment room for electronics. Donapos;t miss your opportunity to view this Enchanting Estate!

Our final stop is in Willis, just north of Conroe at 13675 Dairylande Dr. Peaceful Grand Estate on 12+ acres near Lake Conroe & I-45,10 min to Marketplace,25 min to The Woodlands,Grand entry w/iron staircase, formal living/dining,chef kitchen w/comm Kitchenaid appliances, flows into massive family room w/fireplace,14x7 pantry, outdoor kitchen, multiple balconies,high-end finishes galore.Master suite down w/huge bathroom,his&her walk-in closets;connected office.Media room w/wet bar & full bath. 720 sqft horse barn, 10 car/RV garage. This one has lots of elbow room.

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