9339 Hathaway St., $12,550,000

This classic, country French manor sits on prime real estate in Preston Hollow. The 10,806-square-foot home, built by contractor to the stars John Sebastian in 1999, defines the haute life. It has two-story formal living areas that overlook the pool and spa, a full master suite with huge bath, verandas, a gourmet kitchen with reclaimed beams and authentic French terracotta floors, a state-of the-art theater for 12, card room, wine storage and tasting room, five bedrooms, six and a half bathrooms, garage stalls for seven cars, and a guest apartment. All this on almost 2 acres. Erin Mathews for Allie Beth Allman & Associates. 972-733-8448.