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Tanglewood villa with Mediterranean flair hits the market for $2.9M

Mediterranean resort living might not be the first thing that comes to mind when the word "Tanglewood" is mentioned. But that's only because people may not have seen this beauty at 5007 Cedar Creek Drive. Tucked off of South Post Oak Lane, this 22-room modern mansion is in a gated community. It's listed for $2.9 million, represented by Sarah Ghandour and Bobby Yazdani of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty.

It sits behind a gated enclave of just four homes with 24-hour video surveillance, four guest parking spots, a land bridge to shared green space, and wide paver driveways, evoking the charm of a European city. The secluded environment makes for a home that is both away from it all while being in the heart of the city.

With its six bedrooms, seven full baths, and an array of gathering spaces, this home is a showplace that's meant for living and entertaining. The chef's kitchen is equipped with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances. Marble countertops, wood cabinetry, and tile accents are nods to the house's Mediterranean inspo. With an island and a breakfast nook, the kitchen can easily be the heart of this home, as friends and family linger while home chefs whip up culinary magic.

The second-floor primary suite has vaulted ceiling beams and a spa-like bathroom, along with two walk-in closets. An adjoining bedroom has been converted to an additional walk-in closet, giving fashion mavens all the space they need to house every outfit for every occasion.

The outdoor amenities are equally impressive. Lush gardens surround a summer kitchen. The rear patio overlooks the heated pool with lion head streamers, and a pavilion offers space for entertaining in style.

Impeccably designed by Castellanos Designs with exquisite ironwork, imported stone, multiple balconies, groin vault ceilings, a sweeping circular staircase, and arched doorways, 5007 Cedar Creek is an architectural masterpiece that will transport owners and guests alike to another world. Those seeking an oasis in the middle of the city — and with the necessary means — should fall in love with this home.

A curving staircase at 5007 Cedar Creek Drive

Photo by Josh Gremillion Photography for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

The spiral staircase is a dramatic design piece, blending metal, wood, and tile.

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1529 Indiana Street backyard exterior with pool

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1529 Indiana Street offers seamless living, where inside and outside elements blend together.

When home buyers want something that fully blends interior and outdoor space, the something they want would be a lot like 1529 Indiana Street. This bespoke residence, tucked into a corner lot along a historic brick-paved street, partially hidden behind a wide, wooden fence, is a beautiful expression of modern design.

It’s on the market for $2.575 million and represented by Vicki Barazandeh of Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty. The 3,900-square-foot home has three bedrooms and three full baths, along with a host of stunning details.

Originally belonging to a builder, developer, and art collector who designed the home in collaboration with Ragni Studio, the Hyde Park home has a downstairs main living area that opens to the pool and grass, creating a great room. The open space provides incredible sight lines, and the floor-to-ceiling windows allow for loads of natural light. The second-level primary bedroom floats over the pool below, providing shade while offering sweeping treetop views.

Photo courtesy Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

1529 Indiana Street offers seamless living, where inside and outside elements blend together.

Exquisite details abound throughout the home. Think floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, book-matched stone slabs, and a modern white stucco exterior with warm Brazilian walnut Ipe accents. In the chef's kitchen, find Poliform cabinetry, Calacatta marble, Dornbracht fixtures, and Gaggenau appliances.

Surrounded by mature oaks, 1529 Indiana lends itself to entertaining, with spaces for family and friends both inside and out. Those with an art collection will love the way the home lends itself to showcasing an array of paintings, prints, and other objects d’art.

Those seeking a home that stands out from the crowd will want to look closely here.

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