Weekend Real Estate: 5 Of Houston's Most Epic Mansions

HOUSTON, TX — Some of the coolest mansions and estates you will ever can be found in the Houston are and you can see all of them on realtor.com. Some of those homes are in excess of 10,000 square feet, have more bathrooms than bedrooms, an Olympic sized pool, a media room that rivals any theater, and a kitchen that would make a gourmet chef weep with joy.

Here are some of the coolest mansions, estates, or just flat out big houses in the Houston area.

Spectacular new construction in sought after Close-In Memorial leaves no detail behind. Enter through custom wrought iron front door with Swarovski crystal detail into the breathtaking two-story foyer and living room complete with marble fireplace and columns. High end custom finishes throughout, chef's kitchen, wine grotto & bar, first floor media room, handsome study. Lavish first floor master suite includes a breakfast bar, Toto AirBath Tub, two generous closets, and spa style shower. Other impressive features: handmade Swarovski crystal hardware, home automation system, Nest smoke detectors, and central vacuum system. This home is fully gated with a circular drive, motor court between two 2-car garages, spacious outdoor kitchen overlooking resort-style self-cleaning pool and spa with swim up bar. Zoned to prestigious Spring Branch ISD schools. You can see this one at 9033 Kenilworth St, Houston, TX 77024.

Luxurious home with direct access to lake and bay. Created by renowned architect Robert Dame, this exceptional home resembles an Italian villa surrounded by waterfront and natural gardens. Arched windows and doorways frame priceless views. Each of which has different, ever-changing subjects. Timeless in design, this classic home includes many sought-after features of today. Long, wide hallways with beautiful details create interesting passages from room to room. They also provide ease in entertaining. Massive wood doors and ceiling beams are a part of most rooms and are seen initially in the master study/library. An interesting room, it includes a 2-story ceiling, fireplace, garden doors and fabulous views. Each area of the home is a masterpiece within itself. The formal dining room is octagonal with a tall, elegant ribbed ceiling.The living room and gourmet kitchen open a sheltered summer kitchen and the infinity-edged pool which appears to be a part of the lake. You can see this one at 911 Davis Rd, League City, TX 77573.

Amazing custom Luxury home in gated Sweet-water Estates. Built by Steve Fuqua, Beautifully Detailed and you can have it all. Custom features include : Stone floors and columns, built in fish tank. Wine room, theater, second kitchen, fitness room, indoor kids' playground room, elevator, outdoor summer kitchen, pool and spa w/columns waterfall, beautiful landscaping. You can see this one at 29 Beacon Hill Dr, Sugar Land, TX 77479

Fabulous builder's home. East View!! Beautiful and sophisticated soft contemporary styling with top end materials throughout. Resort style pool and exterior living area, grill and covered fire pit. Great for entertaining with game room adjacent to bar and access to outdoor living/pool area. Elevator allows master up to capture outstanding lake views. Bedroom down is great for study. Media Room up can be 5th bedroom. Bonus room is currently a guest room, but would be great for play/media/exercise. Extras include water softener, central vac, 12 zone air conditioner, 18 pair of zoned audio speakers, electronic screens and shades and whole house generator. Garage holds 3 cars and two golf carts with work bench and large storage closet. Utility rooms up and down with mud room down. Several extra closets throughout. Boat house ready for a lift/boat. A super lifestyle of distinction awaits. See this one at 153 Lake View Cir, Conroe, TX 77356.

Jack Nicklaus Golf Front Estate boasts Meticulous Planning in Classical Design, Quintessential Finish Level, Masterful Engineering & Craftsmanship. Expansive Manor along 8th Hole & Bear Branch Lake. 2 Story Foyer, Cascading Staircase, Grand Scale Library, Formal Dining w/ Inlaid Stone, Artisan Chandelier & Butler's Pantry. Massive Gallery Corridors lead to Exquisite Formal Living w/ Magnificent Marble Fireplace, Full Entertaining Bar & Climatized Wine Cellar. Family Living, Chef Revered Kitchen & Casual Dining Enjoy Riveting Views of Grounds, Pool, Spa & World Class Golf! 1000+ sqft Sophisticated Play w/ Barrel Ceiling Illuminated by Stained Glass Masterpieces: Games, Media & Pub; Exercise Rm/Full Bath attached. 2500+ sqft Outdoor Loggias for Living, Dining & Culinary amidst the most Serene Setting Imaginable! Decadent Master Wing, 2000+ sqft, w/ Sitting Area off Private Courtyard. Lovely Guest & Children Suites, Cantera Garage Doors, Elevator, 1&2 floor Utilities & Endless Amenities. See this one at 27 Grand Regency Cir, The Woodlands, TX 77382.

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