Houston Area Real Estate: Homes That Have Everything

Have you ever wondered how the upper crust of Houston live? Maybe they live in massive estates with a staff to meet every whim.

If you have ever wondered how their homes must look and if they do indeed live in a gated castle, then it's time to check out some of the most expensive and over the top homes for sale in the Houston area.

Our partners At realtor.com know where they are, and they've got a few you have to see to believe.

The first over the top home is in Sugar Land, at 7 Pasadise Point Dr. and what a fitting name this one has, because it literally has everything. Only a short 20-minute drive from Houston's Galleria, the estate "Paradise Found" awaits the sophisticated buyer. Located on the constant level Alkire Lake, this traditional styled gated compound consists of a main house, carriage house, full size tennis court, basketball/sports court, infinity swimming pool and spa, fire pit, gazebo, boat dock with boat and a total of 8 garages. Everything is in immaculate condition and no detail has been overlooked. The main house, completed in 2004, has three floors and approx. 13,467 square feet of well planned living space. It has five bedrooms, six full baths and three half baths, plus a pool bath, media room, expansive game room with a balcony that has magnificent views of the lake. Secluded first floor master suite that includes extensive closets, an exercise room with a dry sauna, a sitting room and an opulent master bath. The kitchen is fit for a gourmet and open to the family room complete with wet bar, aquarium, fireplace and entertainment center. The carriage house was completed in 2013 and has a well-appointed kitchen, living room, full bath, outdoor patio with fireplace and a summer kitchen. It would be difficult to find anything that could rival this unique property.

The second stop on this "Over The Top Tour" is in League City near Clear Lake, at 1626 Enterprise Circle. Gated Custom Waterfront Estate boasting 3 levels of opulence. 6 car motor court behind gates with 4 car garage. Open concept, wall of floor to ceiling windows with spacious foyer, living and dining room. Chef's kitchen with Viking Professional appliances & SS vent hood & warming drawer. Each bedroom has private bathroom Master retreat on third level w/ stunning views of Clear Lake. Huge bath with steam shower, whirlpool tub, urinal, & bidet. Adjacent exercise room and library. Infinity pool/spa & waterfall with lush landscaping. Enjoy the views!

The next stop is in Houston, at 1323 North Blvd. Exceptionally fine, Birdsall Briscoe-designed estate on nearly one acre in exclusive Broadacres. Meticulously preserved plus updated open kitchen, lavish modern master bath and updated secondary baths. Restored Pat Fleming gardens, Weber Iron & Wire Company exterior and interior ornamentation. Tall ceilings, rich millwork, light-filled rooms with garden backdrops and an inviting library. Carriage house with 3-car garage, renovated/updated living quarters with kitchenette plus bath. Bluestone patios and recent pool.

This home is in Tomball, at 19051 Hufsmith-Kohrville Rd. Luxurious ranch on 64 impeccable acres - 30 min. drive to Houston or The Woodlands. Equestrians & car collectors take note. Resort environment includes awe-inspiring comtemporary residence & guest house, 10-car showroom, horse stables & arena, & covered sports complex. Exquisite grounds offer 3 swimming pools, 2 lakes, clusters of native trees, deer and wildlife. Truly a place to start and end your days in paradise.

The last hoe is located at 19 W. Isle Place in The Woodlands. If you have ever wondered what a glass treehouse would look like, well here it is. A Four Story Contemporary Masterpiece! Spectacular 1.08 ACRE LAKEFRONT Setting! 4 Car Garage! Breathtaking POOL + Outdoor Kitchen + Boat Dock! Interior ''Treeway''/Atrium * Home Automation System * Commercial Grade Appliances * Elevator * Home Gym with Sauna * Extraordinary Media Room-Equipment Stays * Enormous Family Room-Unbelievable Glassed Views * Fabulous Master Suite-Private Study & Veranda + To Die For Bath * 2 Utility Rms * Rooftop Deck!

All listings are courtesy of realtor.com