$13,700,000
324 Buckingham Drive,
Houston TX, 77024
Situated on a 2+ acre on a wooded lot in a resort-like setting, the Neo-Classical estate home features 3 levels; 5 bedrooms, 8 full baths, 3 half baths, a private 2 bedroom guest quarters master suite with sitting room and spa-like master bath; formal dining, study/home office, wine cellar, wine dining room, family room, 6 fireplaces, lounge with full bar, exercise room and sauna and four car garage.
The exterior of the home features lush landscaping, a heated pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, covered cabana with full bath, and over 9,800 sq. ft. of covered patios and terraces.
Front Entry - A close up view of the gorgeous front door; Mahogany two pane beveled glass arched French double doors with German manufactured platinum and gold-plated levers and two sidelights on either side.
Foyer – 46’ x 20’ - Enter through Mahogany framed arched French double doors with two beveled glass panes and German manufactured platinum and gold-plated hardware; flanked by six Roman Doric columns with fluted shafts; floating grand staircase with slab Carrera marble treads and risers as well as solid mahogany busters and balustrades; 21 beveled glass windows with 3” mahogany frames wrap around staircase and provide views of the resort style backyard.
Formal Living – 29’ x 20’ – Sunken Formal Living Room with Carrera marble tile floors set in a diagonal pattern; bordered by four Roman Doric columns with fluted shafts; a dual sided gas log and wood burning fireplace extends from floor to ceiling with Carrera marble slab mantel and serves both the Formal Living room and the Bar/Lounge area.
Formal Dining – 23’ x 21’ – Elegant Formal Dining Room with hand painted silk de Gournay wall treatment bordered by three Roman Doric style columns with fluted shafts; a wall mounted gas log/wood burning fireplace is set in a Carrera marble surround; eight-candle chandelier is intricately carved from Mahogany; Carrera marble tile floors are set in a diagonal pattern.
Formal Dining – 23’ x 21’ – Another view of the Formal Dining Room looking toward the Foyer and semi-circular, floating grand staircase. Note the space under the stairs is ideal for a grand piano.
Lounge – 26’ x 17’ - Spacious Lounge with Carrera marble tile floors set in a diagonal pattern; a dual sided gas log and wood burning fireplace extends from floor to ceiling with Carrera marble slab mantel and serves both the Lounge and Formal Living Room; three sets of mahogany framed French double doors provide views of the backyard and one provides access to a backyard patio.
Bar – 10’ x 9’ – Bar with vaulted ceiling and mirrored backsplash with three glass display shelves; raised seating area with Carrera marble tile wainscoting extending up to blue pearl granite countertops; Scotsman mini fridge and ice maker combo located under the counter; gold plated sink and hardware.
Kitchen - 18' x 16' - Chef's Kitchen with two Gaggenau convection ovens; Sub-Zero fridge and freezer with cabinet façade; two warming trays; 6 covered Gaggenau cooking units consisting of 6 gas burners (2 burners per unit), a ceramic “hotspot” electric cooktop, a Teppan Yaki grill, and a gas powered wok.
Kitchen – 18’ x 16’ – Another view of the Chefs Kitchen with barrel vaulted ceiling and two large islands and commercial grade Vent-A-Hood exhaust hood; Carrera marble tile floors set in a diagonal pattern; Heritage enamel coated cabinetry with gold plated and nickel hardware; and granite counter tops.
Breakfast – 18’ x 13’ – East facing convex curved wall with three sets of Mahogany framed French double doors provides views of the gorgeous backyard; single mahogany framed door provides access to outdoor kitchen area.
Breakfast – 18’ x 13’ – Another view of the Breakfast Room directly off the Kitchen showing its serene views over the resort like backyard through three sets of mahogany French double door; two sets of doors are fixed.
Family Room – 26’ x 19’ – Room entry is flanked by two Roman Doric columns with fluted shafts and two sets of mahogany framed French double doors with German manufactured platinum and gold-plated levers with two pane sidelights provide views and access to the manicured front grounds.
Family Room – 26’ x 19’ – Another view of the sunken Family Room with hardwood oak floors and beautiful ripped oak custom made media center housing ample media storage as well as a gas and wood burning fireplace set in a carved marble surround with custom ripped oak mantel.
Butler's Pantry – 13’ x 12’ – Five glass front display cabinets are located above the granite countertop and additional cabinetry is built in under the counter and into the wall. Additional Sub-Zero refrigerator with cabinet façade; additional Bosch dishwasher; Carrera marble tile floors set in a diagonal pattern; and a set of mahogany framed French double doors provide views and access to a rear covered terrace.
Office – 21’ x 21’ – Presidential style home office mahogany paneling stretches from floor to ceiling around the entire room with oak hardwood flooring set in a herringbone pattern with a mahogany border inlaid with marble tiles and brass trim. Two storage closets and adjacent workroom with fireproof cabinetry. Set of three mahogany framed French double doors provides access to the second story covered front terrace and provide views of the manicured front grounds.
Master Suite – 28’ x 20’ – The palatial Master Suite with mahogany double door entry flanked by two Roman Doric columns and a tray vaulted ceiling. Gas and wood burning fireplace with Black Verde marble surround is flanked by two sets of French double doors.
Master Suite – 28’ x 20’ – Another view of the Master Suite showing the perspective of entering from the 2nd floor landing. Two columns flank the bathroom entry and add a sense of both grandeur and depth when looking in.
Master Suite – 28’ x 20’ – Access to the second level back terrace and views of the rear grounds via two sets of mahogany framed French double doors; custom blackout drapes with custom wooden valences are mounted above the French doors.
Master Suite; His and Hers Vanities – 28’ x 21’ – His and Hers style separate vanities features Black Verde marble counters, European style heavily enameled cabinetry, imported French pedestal sinks with gold plated faucets, his and hers lavatories with bidet on her side, and separate sections of barrel vaulted ceiling with cove lighting over each vanity.
Master Suite; His and Hers Vanities – 28’ x 21’ – Another view of the Master Suite Bathroom. Just out of frame to the right of this photo, the Master Bath coffee bar can be found with black verde marble counters and custom cabinetry.
Master Suite; Spa/Shower Room – 18’ x 15’ – The spa-like Master washroom is embellished from top to bottom in Black Verde marble tile. Featuring a Kalista spa tub with gold-plated faucet and a walk-in shower behind a glass block privacy wall with a gold-plated rainfall showerhead and multiple wall mounted jets.
First Floor Bedroom (Bedroom 2) – 18' x 15’ – Located off the first floor living room via solid mahogany double doors. Spectacular views of the front grounds are provided by two sets of mahogany framed French double doors which also provide direct access to a covered front terrace.
Bedroom 2 Bath – 11’ x 7’ – The vanity features a peach marble slab counter and peach marble tile wainscoting with a pink floral wallpaper as well as a porcelain sink outfitted with a gold-plated faucet. The washroom features a walk-in shower adorned with floor to ceiling custom peach marble tile.
Bedroom 3 – 17’ x 15’ – This upstairs bedroom is well appointed with a full en-suite bath, mahogany framed French double doors leading to a private terrace, a walk-in closet, and hardwood oak floors.
Bedroom 3 Bath – 12’ x 12’ – Separate vanity with peach marble slab counter, peach marble tile wainscoting, and European style lacquered cabinetry. A washroom area contains a walk-in shower with floor to ceiling peach marble tile and an Americh jetted spa tub with peach marble tile surround and platinum and gold-plated faucets. Private water closet via solid mahogany pocket door.
A view of the Bedroom 3 washroom area containing a walk-in shower with floor to ceiling peach marble tile and an Americh jetted spa tub with peach marble tile surround and platinum and gold-plated faucets.
Bedroom 4 – 19’ x 15’ – Currently designated as a children's room; this unique loft style bedroom features an upstairs mezzanine portion of the room with a built-in workspace and loft area that has a pass-through door to the loft area of the adjacent bedroom that is nearly identical. Additionally, a set of mahogany framed French double doors leads to a private rear covered terrace and provides views of the rear grounds.
Bedroom 4 Bath – 20' x 8’ – Features an oversized vanity counter area, European style lacquered cabinetry, a Kalista jetted spa tub set in tile surround, a walk-in shower behind seamless glass door, and a walk-in closet with generous built-in storage.
Bedroom 4 Loft - 21' x 9' - Overlooking Bedroom 4 with 5" Oak floors, built-in overhead bookshelf with 5 adjustable shelves, recessed lighting and 13'6" x 8'x5" Map of the World.
Bedroom 5 – 19’ x 15’ - This unique loft style bedroom features an upstairs mezzanine portion of the room with a built-in workspace and loft area that has a pass-through door to the loft area of the adjacent bedroom that is nearly identical. Additionally, a set of mahogany framed French double doors leads to a shared rear covered terrace and provides views of the rear grounds.
Bedroom 5 Bath – 20’ x 8’ - Features an oversized vanity counter area, European style lacquered cabinetry, a Kalista jetted spa tub set in tile surround, a walk-in shower behind seamless glass door, and a walk-in closet with generous built-in storage.
Childrens/Guest Wing Gallery - 42' x 7' - Features 2" Oak hardwoods laid in Herringbone pattern with 2" Mahogany border, 12" multi-piece crown molding, 10" multi-piece baseboards, access to Juliet balcony and Rear Staircase.
Gameroom – 28’ x 17’ – Accessed via mahogany double doors from the second floor landing; this intimate Gameroom with both a gas and wood burning wall mounted fireplace with Black Verde marble surround, a kitchenette wet bar, and mahogany framed French double doors providing access to the covered second story back terrace.
A view of the Second Floor Landing overlooking the semi-circular, floating, grand staircase and Foyer below.
Basement Level Dining Room – 18’ x 12’ - The intimate lower level Dining Room with smoked mirror walls features an ornate 16 candle antique Eastern European chandelier, a wall mounted gas and wood burning fireplace with stone surround, a glassware storage nook with adjustable glass display shelving, under counter storage, and slate tile floors.
Basement Level Workout Room – 27’ x 23’ – This oversized flex room boasts a wall of mirrors mounted with a ballet bar, ceiling speakers, hardwood floors, and direct access to the adjacent full bath with a sauna.
Basement Level Full Bath – 13’ x 8’ – Separated into three sections. The vanity of this bathroom has a custom nickel sink and 360 degrees of mirrors extending up from the wainscoting. The lavatory has an overhead medicine cabinet and the washroom has a walk-in shower with floor to ceiling granite tile as well as a built-in cabinetry and a solid cedar door to the sauna. Direct access to walk-in steam sauna that can accommodate up to 6 guests.
A view of the Elevator which provides access to all three floors. The elevator is located centrally in the home for convenient access from all areas.
Guest Apartment – The Guest Apartment is complete with two bedrooms, one full bathroom, a washer and dryer, guest living space, and a full kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge and freezer combo, GE electric cooktop, Whirlpool microwave, raised counter space for bar seating, and granite tile floors.
A view from the Foyer looking out on the Front Entry and serene Front Grounds with a circular drive and custom fountain.
Formal Living – 29’ x 20’ – Another view of the Formal Living Room from the Gallery.
Pool and Deck - Shown here is the entirety of the resort style backyard, surrounded by dense foliage, this backyard boasts unmatched privacy, ample space, numerous amenities, and insect control systems.
Pool and Deck – The large pool and oversized surrounding pool deck is ideal for backyard entertainment with plenty of space for catering and outdoor activities. The pool is long enough to swim laps in with two designated swimming lanes and features an extra deep diving.
Rear Covered Patio/Kitchen – The covered patio space in the backyard extends the length of the entire home and can accommodate an oversized outdoor dining table with additional lounging area. The backyard covered deck also houses the outdoor Kitchen area with two gas powered grills, an oversized vent hood, a double basin sink, and a beautiful deep blue tile counter top and backsplash.
Cabana – Supported by eight columns and surrounded by lush vegetation, the Cabana is equipped with a full pool bath with tiled floors and ceiling fans. Covered area can accommodate dining with space for two small tables and seating for ten or more guests.
Another view of the Pool and Spa looking toward the Covered Patio.
Another view of the Backyard featuring the heated Pool and Spa, fire pit, and covered open air Cabana.
An aerial shot of 324 Buckingham, a residence of palatial proportions and features, nestled into the dense foliage of the Memorial area.
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Situated on a prime 2+ acre wooded lot at the end of a cul-de-sac in close-in Memorial, this Neoclassical residences Palladian proportions, soaring ceilings, and light-filled interior vistas offer architectural grandeur and design. Elegantly appointed estate with hand-selected de-Gournay wall coverings, book-matched Carrara marble floors, and platinum and gold-plated door handles. Shielded by thick woodland, this propertys exceptional seclusion is remarkable given its location two miles from Uptown Houston and easy access to downtown. The home features: 3 levels, 5 bedrooms, 8 full baths, 3 half baths, a private 2 bedroom guest quarters, master suite with sitting room and spa-like master bath, formal dining, study/home office, wine cellar, wine dining room, family room, 6 fireplaces, lounge with full bar, exercise room and sauna, and four car garage. Heated pool plus 9,800 sq. ft. of covered terraces and patio.
Details
| MLS# | 8370381 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $350 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1992 |
| Days On Site | 403 |
Features
| Bed(s) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 10 Total |
| SQ Feet | 14,362 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Pool | Yes |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 2.13 |
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| Area Information | |
|---|---|
| State | TX |
| County | Harris |
| City | Houston |
| Zip Code | 77024 |
| Area | 23 |
| Community Name | Bayou Woods |
| School District | 49 - Spring Branch |
| Elementary School | HUNTERS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
| Middle School | SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE SCHOOL (SPR |
| High School | MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL (SPRING BRA |
| Listing VS Median (in Bayou Woods) | |
Price: $13,700,000 low | high Med: $5,895,000 SqFt: 14,362 low | high Med: 0 $ / SqFt: $954 low | high Med: $0 On Site: 403 low | high Med: 285 Sourced by Back At You | |
Listing Updated: March 5, 2021 10:15:15 PM PST
MLS Number: 8370381Listing Provided By:
Walter Bering of Martha Turner Sothebys