Happy first weekend of August, the most miserable month of the year. It’s officially too hot to be outside for more than three minutes, so we’ve found some massive homes so you can maximize your time in the AC without sacrificing your weekend sheltering (or sweltering?) at home.
3414 Beverly Dr. | Sunday, 1-3pm
The Neighborhood: Highland Park
The Price: $8.5 Million
Square Footage: 10,282
The Appeal: Three stories tall, this house has six bedrooms, six and a half bathrooms, a library, walk-in closets, a library, an eight-car garage, and a basement. And though the home’s frame skews traditional, the design offers a modern flair with marble countertops, industrial style french doors, and modern landscaping.
5830 Falls Rd. | Sunday, 1-3pm
The Neighborhood: Preston Hollow
The Price: $4.29 Million
Square Footage: 11,774
The Appeal: With marble and wood flooring, elaborate light fixtures, and arched doorways, this new, Spanish-style home is take-your-breath-away extravagant. It boasts spacious bedrooms with custom closets, a massive kitchen with wine storage, and an entryway with soaring ceilings. Large windows look out into the spacious backyard, complete with a pool and a loggia for entertaining.
4433 Rheims Place | Sunday, 3-5pm
The Neighborhood: Highland Park
The Price: $3.89 Million
Square Footage: 6,893
The Appeal: This 1938 property epitomizes French chateau style with its checkered tile entry, wall paneling, and vaulted ceilings. Its five bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms and closets, open-concept kitchen and dining area, media room, game room and basement basketball court cover all the bases of interior luxury. Outside, a balcony and porch overlook a sophisticatedly simple backyard, perfect for relaxing when the sun goes down.