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Edward Vivanco
Custom-designed by Rudy Colby and with interiors by John Kidd, ASID, this splendid Neo-classical style residence is situated on an impressive 55,005 square foot lot.
The back yard, with its expansive grounds, sports court, pool and spa offers a perfect private retreat all year long.
The double-height Reception Hall features an arched custom metal door with side lights, walnut floors in a herringbone pattern and the main staircase embellished by an iron balustrade.
The Living Room has beautiful wide plank walnut floors. A large bay window with transoms and a window on the adjacent wall offer stunning views of the grounds, terraces and pool.
The Living Room's focal point is the simple, yet elegant fireplace with wooden mantle carved in a Greek motif. The cased opening on the right leads to the Breakfast Room and Kitchen.
The Wet Bar opens to the Library and the Living Room and includes a wine chiller, ice maker and plenty of storage.
The Library opens to the Reception Hall and to the Formal Living Room. It has beautiful wide plank walnut floors and paneled walls.
The spacious Dining Room with delicate Gracie wallpaper and wide plank walnut floors, has floor-to-ceiling windows with transoms overlooking the front yard that fill the room with light.
Fantastic Island Kitchen with rustic Cedar Bayou half-brick floors, Lagos Azul slab countertops and subway tile backsplash. The enormous island has a molded stainless steel countertop, built-in microwave, plenty of storage and seating space on two sides.
Close view of the Viking 6-burner gas cooktop with griddle, fantastic stainless steel hood and potfiller. 
Sub-Zero fridge/freezer with drawers, two Thermador ovens and built-in microwave.
Closer view of the Breakfast and Sitting Areas, showcasing the beautiful Cedar Bayou half-brick floors.
It's easy to understand why the spacious Kitchen and Breakfast Area have become one of the main gathering places of the home!
Three sets of double glass doors fill the Breakfast and Sitting Areas with light and offer views of the back yard.
The fantastic Butlers Pantry connects the Kitchen to the Dining Room and offers even more storage cabinets and drawers and abundant counter space.
Inviting Family Room with raised ceilings, crown moulding, recessed lighting and two ceiling fans. Two walls with windows and doors bring the outdoors in.
Alternate view of the Family Room showcasing the wall-to-wall built-in desk area.
One of two beautifully appointed Powder Rooms.
Double doors lead to this elegant Downstairs Guest Bedroom with designer carpet, en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet.
En-suite Guest Bathroom
The main staircase leads to the large second floor landing. Note the elegant iron railing wrapping all around the opening. 
The Master Suite is situated down a hallway on the second floor. The spacious bedroom with raised ceilings is enhanced by tall casement bay windows which overlook the swimming pool and lawn.
The stunning Master Bathroom also has raised ceilings and features Carrara marble countertops, designer wallpaper, a Bain Ultra tub, shower, coffee bar, Carrara marble hexagonal tile floors and two spacious separate walk-in closets.
Spacious Secondary Bedroom with en-suite bath and walk-in closet, featuring designer carpet, built-in desk area, and tray ceiling with recessed lighting and ceiling fan.
En-suite bathroom with Carrara marble counters and tub surround and delicate light fixtures.
This Secondary Bedroom overlooks the front yard and has a built-in desk area, wood shutters, recessed lighting and a ceiling fan.
Bedrooms #3 and #4 each have their own sink area with plenty of storage and a walk-in closet, and share the toilet and shower room.
Bedroom #4 also has a built-in desk area, ample windows with wood shutters, recessed light and a ceiling fan.
The Upstairs Family Room/Den has a large built-in with upper shelves and lower cabinets and is adjacent to the return staircase. Not shown is the expansive Game Room which is next to it.
Perfect Home Office with elegant fabric wall coverings and plenty of shelves and drawers so everything is within arm's reach. 
The really spacious Laundry Room has a central folding area, sink and drip-dry area that also works as a pet bathing station and an extra fridge.
The Side Entrance Hall, with rustic half-brick floors, has a Drop Zone/Mud Area conveniently hidden behind the wall of doors and a side door that leads to the porte-cochere. The elevator is just around the corner.
The breezeway connects the main house to the Office and to the Pool/Guest House.
The Office Retreat features elegant wood paneling, glass-front book and display cabinets, a humidor cabinet and a private Wine Room.
Temperature controlled Wine Storage & Tasting Room.
The Guest/Pool House features a spacious Living Room with vaulted ceilings and a bay window overlooking the pool, a Kitchenette complete with microwave, mini fridge and dishwasher and a Bedroom, currently set us as an Exercise Room and Full Bath.
Guest House Bathroom
An extension of the Family Room, the Loggia features a wonderful summer kitchen complete with a Viking grill an separate burners, sink and mini fridge, a massive wood-burning fireplace flanked by gas lanterns, blue stone floors and tongue and groove ceilings with recessed lighting and two fans.
The Loggia has fantastic views of the back yard and is so spacious that it comfortably accommodates a large sitting area as well as an outdoor dining area
206 Kinkaid's private backyard retreat, with expansive lawns, professional landscaping, pool and spa is perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful moments.
The back yard's lush foliage offers a perfect setting for the classically inspired pool and spa.
Alternate view of the pool area.
The home Sports Court has flood lights so it can be enjoyed even after dark.
Additional amenities include an expansive gated driveway, three-car garage, hunter's closet, workshop area and generator.Designed by Rudy Colby and with interiors by John Kidd ASID, this impressive Neoclassical residence, situated on a 50,005 sf. lot, features enormous open light-filled rooms with tall ceilings and views of the park-like grounds, terraced lawns and pool. Elegant formals, with living room and library opening to the wet bar, family room, mom's office, fantastic island kitchen open to breakfast and sitting area. Butlers pantry and mud area. Downstairs guest bedroom. Fabulous primary bedroom with two large walk-in closets and three very spacious secondary bedrooms plus upstairs family room. Finishes include walnut, Lueders Texas limestone and Cedar Bayou half-brick floors, Lagos Azul and Carrara surfaces, Sub-Zero and Thermador appliances. Expansive outdoor living and dining areas, guest house, office retreat and sports court.
| District: | Spring Branch |
| Elementary School: | Memorial Drive Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Spring Branch Middle School  Good | |
| High School: | Memorial High School Excellent | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $460.47 | $4,374,923 | 5.04% | $3,958,594 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $438.37 | $4,165,000 | 27.31% | $3,598,722 | 10.00% |
| 2021 | $344.34 | $3,271,566 | 9.05% | $3,271,566 | 9.05% |
| 2020 | $315.76 | $3,000,000 | 0.00% | $3,000,000 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | $315.76 | $3,000,000 | 0.00% | $3,000,000 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | $315.76 | $3,000,000 | -8.20% | $3,000,000 | -8.20% |
| 2017 | $343.96 | $3,268,000 | -0.31% | $3,268,000 | -0.31% |
| 2016 | $345.02 | $3,278,000 | 0.00% | $3,278,000 | 7.90% |
| 2015 | $345.02 | $3,278,000 | 9.58% | $3,037,981 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $314.85 | $2,991,378 | 19.14% | $2,761,801 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $264.26 | $2,510,729 | 0.00% | $2,510,729 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $264.26 | $2,510,729 | $2,510,729 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $1,670,035 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $2,704,888 |
| Total Market Value: | $4,374,923 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| SPRING BRANCH ISD: | 1.0789 % |
| HARRIS COUNTY: | 0.3501 % |
| HC FLOOD CONTROL DIST: | 0.0311 % |
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY: | 0.0057 % |
| HC HOSPITAL DIST: | 0.1434 % |
| HC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: | 0.0048 % |
| PINEY POINT VILLAGE CITY OF: | 0.2551 % |
| MEMORIAL VILLAGES WA: | 0.0244 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.8935 % |
