This majestic 15,000 square foot mansion sits on 1.55 acres of land and is located next to the green of the 15th hole of River Oaks Country Club. Originally built in 1994, the estate was renovated extensively to keep its old-world charm while adding modern luxuries to blend the two together. The massive manor has a total of five bedrooms and 7.5 baths.
The chevron-patterned parquetry floors and lighting are complemented by trompe l’oeil and tracery ceilings make up the inside along with antique fireplaces scattered throughout rooms to add a warm and inviting touch.
The master’s suite offers unmatched luxury with dual baths, a two-level closet and private patio.
The home has a fully-equipped gym and wet bar with built-in speakers on the third level and has staff or guest quarters above the three-car garage.
The private oasis outside has a tranquil koi pond, two vine-draped pergolas and a pool which is surrounded by an array of beautiful trees to add to the peaceful atmosphere.
River Oaks Country Club
Par: 72
Length: 7,059 yards
Rating/Slope: 74.4/135
Founded in 1923, the country club has plenty of history. The last PGA event it hosted was the Houston Open in 1946. Nestled up against the Buffalo Bayou, the course was originally designed by Donald Ross and most recently renovated by the renowned course designer, Tom Fazio in 2015. The country club is extremely secretive, not even having much information about the club on its website unless inquiring about a membership.
The driving range is two-sided and has greens and sand traps to practice accuracy. The course itself plays wide with an abundance of sand traps. Hole 4 gets very interesting, though. The winding Buffalo Bayou is a water hazard off the team where you have to be fairly accurate to hit the wide part of the fairway approximately 240-265 yards away.
Located by the first tee, the country club prides itself as also being a tennis club with with six clay tennis courts, eight harder surface tennis courts and four pickleball courts. Located by the clubhouse is a clay tennis stadium where organized tournaments were held until 2007.
Photo credits: Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty
