an oasis in hedwig village

Magnificent new mansion in Memorial Villages hits the market at $9 million

Meet The Beinhorn. At 17,369 square feet, this home at 10950 Beinhorn in Hedwig Village is the largest new construction home to ever hit the market in the Memorial Villages. It is also the largest new construction single family home currently on the market in the Houston area. The asking price is $8,995,000.

Let that sink in.

Everything about this incredible home, listed with Bryan Beene of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty, is about over-the-top luxury. It is clearly meant for discerning buyers who want their home to be both showplace and living space.

Among he home's highlights are a jaw-dropping lead-up to the double-door entry, framed by a façade of stucco and brick adorned with shutters, dormer windows, and finished with Emtek Melrose full-plate handleset and Norwich interior knobs.

Inside, the tiled entry vestibule opens to a massive entry gallery, where a spectacular staircase is a focal point that will wow visitors. The inlaid hardwood flooring is a conversation starter in the dining room, which also features a wall of windows with access to the outdoor dining terrace, making an indoor-outdoor meal a breeze. A sprawling great room is anchored by a fireplace and surrounded by windows, flooding the space with light. Meanwhile, the home's thoughtful design allows for seamless flow through its first floor spaces.

In the kitchen, custom two-tone cabinetry trimmed with quartz and quartzite adds to the ambiance. As might be expected in a home at this price, appliances include a vented Wolf 60-inch dual-fuel range with double ovens and a grill, Sub-Zero 36-inch refrigerator and freezer columns, an Asko dishwasher, and a Dacor warming drawer. The adjacent catering kitchen/butler's pantry offers convenience while allowing the primary kitchen to serve as an additional gathering spot. A wine storage room is located at the end of the butler's pantry, providing convenient housing for collectors' bottles.

The owner's suite is located on the main floor and has its own fireplace, access to the outdoor seating areas and the pool, a two-story lounge and closet, and wrap-around oversized windows. The bathroom is white marble, with a spa-like feel, including a deep soaking tub and separate rain shower. Five additional suites are upstairs, offering incredible spaces for the home's occupants or guests. There are balconies, an exercise room, and more.

Outdoors, covered patios and an outdoor kitchen add to a feeling of an oasis in the middle of the city. The pool offers a deck that can accommodate multiple loungers. A long motor court leads to a three-bay attached garage with Liftmaster doors, storage cabinets, 220-volt outlets for EV charging, and room for 3 car lifts.

A home that needs to be seen to be believed, The Beinhorn is sure to be one of Houston's most talked-about addresses, a place where superlatives come to life.

Photo by Sonya Bertolino for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

10950 Beinhorn features a double-door entry.

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3,500-home community for 'active adults' approved for Galveston Bay tract

Residents of a Latitude Margaritaville community riding golf carts.

Photo courtesy of Minto Communities

The parrothead ethos lives on.

Jimmy Buffett may be gone, but the Parrothead ethos of chilling on the water lives on. Minto Communities announced this week that they would be opening Latitude Margaritaville Galveston Bay, a 3,500-home active adult community aimed at residents 55 years and older. Opening of the sales center and model park is targeted for first quarter 2028. This will be the first Latitude Margaritaville community in Texas.

“This is an exciting milestone for Minto as we expand into Texas and introduce Latitude Margaritaville to the Greater Houston market,” said Minto Communities executive Dutch Neuweiler. “We appreciate the thoughtful engagement and support of Texas City officials throughout this process and share their vision for creating a community that will have a positive impact well beyond its boundaries. With its location on Galveston Bay and access to everything the surrounding area has to offer, we believe this is an exceptional setting those interested in the iconic lifestyle our communities provide.”

The Latitude Margaritaville brand of communities launched in 2017 in Daytona Beach, Florida as part of the late singer's massive brand corporation dedicated to easy living, music, beaches, and food. Aimed at retired adults, they offer access to polls, lounges, theaters, spas, and work centers on top of prioritizing ocean views from the homes.

There should be no shortage of ways to see the water in the Galveston Bay community. The 1,318-acre property is located between State Highways 3 and 146, north of the Emmett F. Lowry Expressway and extending toward Moses Bayou. Texas City Commission has approved the Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Development Agreement (DA).

“Margaritaville has a strong commitment to Texas, and Galveston Bay is a perfect place to bring the Latitude Margaritaville lifestyle to life,” said Jim Wiseman, president of development at Margaritaville. “There’s something special about life along the Gulf — the water, the energy, the music, and that unmistakable sense that you’re never too far from a good time. Together with Minto and Texas City, we’re creating more than a community. We’re creating a place where neighbors become friends, every day feels a little more like vacation, and the Margaritaville state of mind comes naturally. We very much appreciate the positive vote and look forward to the road ahead.”

Minto Communities says the development will create 1,742 permanent jobs and generate $68.8 million in annual labor income in Galveston County. No pricing information has been provided yet, but prospective residents can find more information at LatitudeMargaritaville.com.