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New waterfront development offers lush lakeside living in north Houston

Lakeside Conroe offers waterfront living without the stress of homeownership.

Photo courtesy of Lakeside Conroe

The explosion of Newstonians from the West Coast and more locals looking for quality-of-life options, more Houstonians are choosing nature-focused living.

With that in mind, a new waterfront development offers an active lifestyle in growing Montgomery County along Lake Conroe. The bespoke project, appropriately dubbed Lakeside Conroe, is a build-to-rent (BTR) community promising 169 single-family detached homes and 140 duplexes ranging from 1,979 to 2,426 square feet.

In what’s sure to lure potential residents looking for a fulltime residence or weekend getaway, some homes will boast waterfront and views of Lake Conroe.

This project (located just north of Highway 105 on Crescent Cove Drive in Montgomery), is the latest from Texas-based builder Wan Bridge, which has also spearheaded two bustling developments: Clearwater at Balmoral and Palm Bay Galveston.

Homes at Lakeside Conroe include floor plans of either four bedroom/3.5 bathrooms or three bedroom/2.5 bathrooms. Interiors feature 10-foot-high ceilings, open floor plans, oversized closets and bathrooms, and energy efficient appliances.

Planned onsite amenities include a community park, a boat dock, a pavilion, benches, and walking and biking trails, according to a press release.

Developers are targeting residents looking for waterfront home living without the stresses of homeownership; management provides all yard landscaping, air filter replacement, 24-hour property service, and even light bulb changing, according to press materials.

As for the aforementioned quality of life options: Lakeside Conroe neighbors myriad recreational areas, including Sam Houston National Forest and eight golf courses. Walden on Lake Conroe a short, six-minute drive. Margaritaville Lake Resort, also nearby, provides a resort-style getaway option.

“When evaluating the Lake Conroe area, we noticed a strong need for a neighborhood that offers high-end, long-term, single-family residential rentals,” said Ting Qiao, CEO of Wan Bridge, in a statement. “Our fast-growing and consumer-approved build-to-rent concept fills an important niche for those preferring to rent but want the space, yard and other benefits of living in a home, with all the home maintenance chores being taken care of. We believe that you do not have to own to call it home, and we are looking forward to offering residents a new option in Conroe.”

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3-acre Tomball estate with amenities galore to be listed for $5.3 million

Aria Media for Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

23227 Brownwood Lane is set on three wooded acres on Tomball is will soon be on the market for $5.3 million

Set behind a private, tree-lined approach lies 23227 Brownwood Lane in Tomball. This English Tudor estate sits on three acres, a secluded escape for the home’s 8,000 square feet of living space. Coming soon to the market for $5.3 million and represented by Rachel Solar of Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, it offers unmatched privacy and serenity.

Originally built in 1988, the home seamlessly blends classic Tudor charm with updated finishes and design. Consider the home’s centerpiece, the light-filled kitchen, with high-end appliances, an abundance of cabinetry, and a sizable butlers pantry. An island anchors the space, creating a relaxed gathering spot, and the room gives way to a gorgeous dining room with a dramatic stone fireplace, soaring ceilings, and expansive windows. The elegant living room has its own fireplace, as well as custom millwork, a coffered ceiling, and built-in shelves.

The first-floor primary suite boasts hardwood floors and French doors opening to a patio. The spa-like bath offers custom tilework, an oversized soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Dual walk-in closets have custom cabinets and shelving.

The home has a sunken movie room tucked behind a hidden door, a wood-paneled study, and a second floor game room with built-in bunk beds, study nooks, and an abundance of shelves. The home is designed for entertaining, even as it’s a perfect retreat, set amid beautiful trees and lush grounds, which include a pool and spa.

A garage apartment offers space for guests, or can serve as an in-law residence.

Those who come through the stone-and-iron gate of 23227 Brownwood Lane will be impressed with the home’s rich wood craftsmanship and exquisite details. This forest retreat will certainly be an attractive property for those seeking a home that is welcoming, beautiful, and perfect for living and entertaining.

Aria Media for Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

23227 Brownwood Lane is set on three wooded acres on Tomball is will soon be on the market for $5.3 million