Welcome to this exceptional Classical Georgian masterpiece on 2.32 acres in the heart of historic Palestine, Texas. Built in 2000, this remarkable two-story home beautifully captures the timeless elegance of true Georgian architecture while offering the benefits of modern construction & energy efficiency. From the moment you enter the grand foyer, you’re greeted by a stunning curved staircase with wainscoting & arched hall leading to double doors that open to a wide central hallway—a breathtaking feature running through the heart of the home. To one side of the entry, the walnut-paneled library exudes warmth & sophistication, complete with custom shelving, parquet wood floors, & a wood-burning fireplace. Opposite lies a gracious living room featuring another fireplace, double pocket doors, natural light & exquisite millwork. The grand center hall with scraped wood floors & arched solid wood doors seamlessly connects the main living spaces, including the elegant dining room adorned with a crystal chandelier, upholstered walls, wainscoting, and intricate dentil molding. A well-appointed butler’s pantry with sink, dishwasher, warming drawer, & china closet leads to the chef’s kitchen boasting abundant cabinetry, island, Sub-Zero refrigerator freezer, Thermador double ovens, Monogram cooktop with downdraft, & Bosch dishwasher. The adjoining breakfast room flows into the inviting family room, where a wall of windows with arched transoms frame serene views of the tree-shaded backyard. A brick fireplace with antique carved mantel anchors the space, while French doors open to an elevated patio perfect for entertaining. The luxurious main-level primary suite includes a private sitting area, dual bathrooms, & two large closets. Upstairs, accessible by elevator or stair, are three to four spacious bedrooms & two baths. The lower level features an indoor lap pool, exercise room, bath, storage, & a third garage—creating the ultimate blend of grandeur, comfort, & practicality.
Property Details
- Interior
- Built In Features, Chandelier, Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, Double Vanity, Elevator, Granite Counters, Other, Pantry,
- Fireplaces
- 2
- Cooling
- 1
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling Features
- Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5.5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Half Baths
- 1
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Irregular Lot, Lawn, Landscaped, Many Trees, Subdivision
- Lot Description
- Back Yard, Irregular Lot, Lawn, Landscaped, Many Trees, Subdivision
- Pool Description
- Indoor, Lap, Pool
- Pool Features
- Indoor, Lap, Pool
- Exterior Features
- Balcony, Rain Gutters
- Exterior Materials
- Balcony, Rain Gutters
- Acres
- 0.0
- Square Feet
- 6871.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 2.332
- Parking Features
- Additional Parking, Driveway
- Parking
- 1
- Parking Type
- Driveway
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 3.0
- Parking Carport Spaces
- 0.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Style
- Traditional, Detached
- Property Subtype Additional
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 2000
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Composition
- Sewer Information
- Public Sewer
- Utility Source
- Public
- Utility Features
- Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable Available
- Appliances
- Built In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Warming Drawer, Wine Cooler
- Subdivision
- McDonald, Wm. S
- Community Features
- Other
- School District
- Palestine ISD
- Elementary School
- Story
- Middle School
- Palestine
- High School
- Palestine
- County
- Anderson
- Region
- Palestine
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 318
- Taxes Annual
- $18,562
Location
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Listed by Dana Staples (#0546841)
Listing Office: Staples Sotheby's Internationa (#UCLP01)
