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

The owner's suite has patio access.

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A Montrose jewel box

Charming Montrose townhouse with 2-story atrium hits the market

Photo by Sonya Sofrankpo for Sotheby’s International Realty

1507 Harold Street is on the market for $950,000.

Montrose has long been Houston’s neighborhood for the eclectic, a place where cute bungalows, mom-and-pop shops, and trendy bars and restaurants sit side-by-side. The neighborhood is a microcosm of the city itself: diverse, developing, beloved.

And even as the neighborhood has steadily gentrified, echoes of its past remain. One of those is now for sale. 1507 Harold Street, a remodeled jewel box of a space, is on the market for $950,000 and represented by Tracey Smith of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty.

The 1950s townhome has fabulous natural light, balconies, a courtyard filled with native plants, and a funky charm that evokes the neighborhood’s past and present.

Painted tile floors and long hallways with splendid light set the tone for this home. They give way to an open, airy arrangement, showing off 1507 Harold’s nearly 3,000 square feet. The three-bedroom, two-bath home is immediately centered in its neighborhood, but also a retreat from the bustling city around it.

If the devil is in the details, 1507 Harold has plenty of them. Think painted clay tiles on the first floor and solid red oak hardwood on the second floor. Add to that custom Pedini Italian kitchen cabinets, Neolith countertops, and a Quemere custom backsplash in the kitchen. See also the epoxied garage floor with glass garage door.

Floor-to-ceiling windows not only let in the natural light, they give 1507 Harold the feeling of being surrounded by nature. That feeling is enhanced by the home's two, second-floor balconies. One of them, off the primary bedroom, overlooks the cloistered courtyard filled with native plants, park bench, and natural seating. The other faces the neighborhood. A two-story atrium provides space for meditation, contemplation, and casual gathering.

The dining room has a dry bar that’s perfect for storage and an Aobosi dual-temperature wine refrigerator. The primary bedroom has built-in bookcases and drawers, and an ensuite bath with soaking tub and shower. Sliding doors lead to the balcony.

The garden’s irrigation system waters plants daily, keeping this green space well-tended.South Texas cactus and olive trees welcome homeowners and visitors at the front entrance.

The home's welcoming vibe has to be seen to be believed. It’s rarely been on the market, and the odds are high that its next owners will keep it for a very long time. It’s just that kind of place.