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Edward Vivanco
Stunning Mediterranean estate built by O'Connor-Gill Builders on a half-care lot in the gated/guarded Stablewood Association. Premier location on a ravine with pristinely landscaped front yard with elegant fountain and backyard with spacious wrap around covered/open patio areas, pool/hot tub/water features and children's turf covered playground.
Closer view of the BACKYARD COVERED PATIOS extending the home's whole back length and open areas with several fountains feeding into Laguna style pool/infinity edge handsomely edged with stone surround.
The repetition of the arched openings of the FRONT FACADE with wrought iron decorative niches create a noteworthy and stately image to accentuate the handsome front double door entry and the decorative fountain surrounded by finely manicured shrubbery.
The generously sized FRONT FOYER (19 X 13) includes 18' stone tile flooring/border tile accents, wood double door entry (arched glass/wrought iron transom above) flanked by picture windows with arched transom windows above, two art niches with vintage wooden decorative door fronts, crown/base molding, art/recessed lighting.
Upon entry from the Front Foyer is the formal LIVING ROOM (17 X 17) with its near floor to ceiling butted glass window overlooking the covered Patio and Backyard beyond. Also included is the centrally located gas/log fireplace with stone surround/wood mantle, built-in speakers, recessed lighting, two art niches, tray ceiling and motorized window shades.
The WET BAR (17 X 16) is conveniently located between the Living and Dining rooms. Appointments include decorative tile flooring (circular design), granite slab counters (undermount sink) with wood stained cabinets below, window overlooking pool area, motorized window shades, recessed lighting, crown/base molding, built-in speakers. 
Another view of the Living Room and its close proximity to the Wet Bar, Front Entry and proceeding to the Wine Grotto and Dining Room. A wonderfully organized floor plan for entertaining!
The FORMAL POWDER ROOM is located just off the Front Hallway - it features grass cloth wall covering, stone tile flooring with granite border, slab granite counter with carved wood cabinet front/stone vessel sink, decorative wood mirror with flanking metal light sconces, crown/base molding, pocket doors.
How enchanting is the climate controlled WINE ROOM/GROTTO (9 X 9) with its stone flooring, slate covered wine storage niches (24), arched brick covered ceiling, built-in stone countertop, picture window to Living Room, exotic wood arched dual door entry flanked by two decorative sconces.
The WET BAR has been centrally situated between the open Dining and Living spaces - but clearly defined with an interesting floor tile design and its raised ceiling.
The DINING ROOM (18 X 13) features stone flooring, butted glass window overlooking back Patio, stone countertop with built-in cabinets below, tray ceiling with recessed lighting. two hanging glass/metal chandeliers, built-in speakers, crown/base molding.
Another view of the DINING ROOM with its butted glass windows on one side and a built-in decorative wrought iron faced display case for notables/art work.
The generously sized KITCHEN (19 X 16) features a notable supply of counter and counter space with its granite slab counter and wood stained cabinets/drawers with under counter lighting for the chef! A large "L-shaped" center island features a double sink (hot water instant fixture), and breakfast bar seating.
A closer view of the KITCHEN with its stained wood cabinets/hardware, granite slab counters and decorative backsplash. Notice the stainless steel appliances - Bosch dishwasher, Viking downdraft vent, Wolf 4 burner gas cooktop/griddle, Wolf dual ovens, Sub Zero refrigerator, Dacor warming drawer.
The BREAKFAST AREA (12 X 13) enjoys a special placement in the floor design with its curved butted glass window overlooking the patio and backyard. Also note the metal/glass light fixtures, crown/base molding, stone flooring and recessed lighting.
A combined BUTLER'S PANTRY/HOME OFFICE is a great organized space with its tile flooring, granite slab counter with stainless deep sink, built-in desk, stained wood cabinets/drawers, two windows, built-in dual closet with built-in shelving and walk-in pantry closet. Such a plentiful supply of storage compartments!
A must to be noted is the UTIITY ROOM with its tone flooring, granite slab counter with painted cabinets/drawers, under cabinet lighting, deep sink, plantation shuttered window, hanging/storage area, crown/base molding, pocket door entry.
The well designed FAMILY ROOM (20 X 20) includes a brightly lit space with it butted glass windows overlooking the covered outdoor dining/living areas and a eye-catching corner gas/log fireplace with herringbone brick firebox/stone surround/mantle. A raised ceiling with fan/recessed lighting, stone tile flooring and its location adjacent to the Kitchen/Breakfast areas make this a enjoyable room to visit with family and friends.
View from the second floor landing to the FAMILY ROOM with its interesting spatial shape to allow for different home activities. 
The first floor PRIMARY SUITE includes a spacious Primary Bedroom (24 X 14) along with an adjacent Study (16 X 15), Primary Bath and dual closets. The bedroom features a butted glass window overlooking the backyard pool, double glass door access to the outdoor areas, bleached wide-planked hardwood flooring, tray ceiling, recessed/art lighting, central chandelier, automatic controlled window shades, 
Another view of the brightly lit PRIMARY BEDROOM showing its glass double door (transom window above and the butted glass window allowing natural light to emanate the space. Softly painted walls, recessed lighting with a raised ceiling also contributes to the open airy ambiance of the suite.
The PRIMARY STUDY (16 X 15) is also complemented with the same butted glass window treatment - as it also views out to the backyard areas. Featured are the bleached wide-planked hardwood flooring, tray ceiling, recessed/art lighting, built-in speakers and build-in book shelving/drawers and door access to the Backyard.
A closer view of the PRIMARY STUDY with its wall of stained wood shelving with rustic accented drawers below.
Unequaled is the spacious PRIMARY BATH (31 X 15) with its double entry door (exotic carved wood) decorative stone tile flooring with border accents, dual sinks stations (limestone counter/backsplash/stained cabinets below), recessed lighting. ceiling fan, private water closets (one with bidet), gas/log fireplace with stone surround, Kohler spa tub (stone tile surround, built-in dressing table, glass display shelving, glass front walk-in shower (built-in bench/wand/rain head fixture), dual closet
A closer view of the decorative stone floor tilework, the handsome stone front of the walk-in shower, and stately glass shelving flanked by stone supports adjacent to the spa-tub.
The second FLOOR LANDING incudes a Wet Bar and Seating area (17 X 14) with its built-in wood shelving/cabinets below, windows overlooking Backyard below, bar with blue tile countertops/vessel sink with Vintage style fixtures/picture window/cabinet front Sub Zero refrigerator, carved wood cabinet and glass double door access to the covered second floor Balcony.
What a great entertaining space! a octagonal shaped upstairs BALCONY (18 X 18) - detailed with a colorfully patterned tile flooring, built-in gas log fireplace/limestone surround/carved wood mantel, built-in speakers, decorative ceiling fan, recessed lighting and wrought iron curved railing set between the stucco arched opens.
The ever-popular MEDIA ROOM (18 X 16) is located just off the Second Floor Landing. Two massive carved sliding wood doors open to the carpeted room with its raised ceiling, central light fixture, recessed lighting, projection screen (Sony projector) framed above with a colorful bas relief sculpture and flanked by exotic wood doors with built-in shelving.
The upstairs POWDER ROOM includes grass cloth covered walls, granite slab counter/carved wood under counter/vessel sink, framed wood mirror flanked by two floral metal light fixtures, pocket door entry and tile flooring with blue tile surround.
The first of four GUEST BEDROOMS located on the second floor - this one (13 X 13) features carpeted flooring, tray ceiling with fan/recessed lighting, built-in speakers, crown/base molding, double glass door to covered balcony, softly painted walls and en suite bath with walk-in closet.
The Bedroom's EN SUITE BATH includes stone flooring, private water closet, limestone tile counter/ decorative granite mosaic backsplash, cabinets/drawers below, wood framed mirror, frameless glass front walk-in shower (stone tile surround, built-in bench) and walk-in closet with built-in shelving. 
A second GUEST BEDROOM (13 X 13) is presently being used as an Exercise Room. It includes carpeted flooring, two windowed doors opening to Juliet balconies, tray ceiling with recessed lighting/fan, built-in speakers, crown/base molding, en suite with walk-in closet.
EN SUITE BATH to Guest Bedroom #2 features private water closet, Saltillo tile flooring, stone countertop with decorative stone backsplash/decorative inserts, drawers and cabinets below, wood framed mirror, glass front walk-in shower with stone surround/built-in bench and walk-in closet with cedar paneling and built-in shelving.
So unique and very characteristic of the builder - an octangular shaped corridor leading to several of the second floor bedrooms - two story with hanging chandelier and clerestory windows allowing light to filter into the space.
GUEST BEDROOM #3 (15 X 14) includes carpeted flooring, tray ceiling with fan/recessed lighting, built-in speakers, two plantation shuttered windows, crown/base molding and en suite bath with walk-in closet.
EN SUITE BATH to Guest Bedroom #3 - stone tile flooring, built-in linen closet/cabinets, tile countertop/decorative mosaic tile inlay/cabinets below, wood framed mirror, separate water closet, glass front shower with tile surround/built-in bench and walk-in closet with shelving.
GUEST BEDROOM #4 (14 X 13) - entry with limestone tile flooring/art niche, carpeted flooring, tray ceiling with recessed lighting/fan, crown/base molding, glass front double door to outdoor balcony shared with Guest Bedroom #1, En Suite Bath and walk-in closet.
An enormous GAME ROOM (30 X 25)! Can be used for so many purposes with its carpeted flooring, built in entertainment center with attached built-in desks with shelving, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, shuttered windows, access door to floored attic and en suite bath.
The Game Room's EN SUITE FULL BATH includes tile flooring, tile counter/decorative tile backsplash/cabinetry below, wood framed mirror, frameless glass front walk-in shower with tile surround/built-in bench.
Bedrooms #1 and #4 share a joint second floor BALCONY to enjoy the backyard views with its handsome curved iron railing, brick faced flooring and recessed lighting.
A spectacular view of the spacious BACKYARD showing 5 fountains cascading into the heated pool with hot tub, handsome stone pool surround, open patio areas and spacious green areas with stone paver walkway and perimeter tree plantings - all overlooking the ravine beyond.
Another view of the POOL and HOT TUB with curved stone bordering. The setting is so private with the wall of mature trees running the length of the back lot line.
The octagonal floor plan of the second floor Covered Balcony is again echoed in the first floor COVERED OUTDOOR KICHEN AND DINING AREA with its colorful tile flooring, gas/log fireplace with metal mesh screen, iron railing and arched openings. The Kitchen includes Teas Pit Masters stainless grill, stone counter/backsplash, stainless sink/mini refrigerator.
The whole length of the home's back facade includes covered outdoor sitting areas - this one showing the herringboned pattern of the brick flooring, stucco columns, recessed lighting and ceiling fan.
A POOL BATH - so creatively decorated with limestone tile flooring/colorful tile inserts, red tile counter with green vessel sink/vintage style fixtures/carved wood under counter, antique wood framed mirror flanked by metal sconce, tray ceiling, two windows, wood door with dormer window above.
An expansive green lawn with walkway leading to the turf covered children's playground. Notice the stately trees whose canopied branches provide shade to the area.
View from the Master Suite/Study across the Backyard pool/hot tub to the covered octagon shaped Outdoor Kitchen/Dining areas. A multitude of spaces to enjoy the outdoors!
Night view of the Exterior Back Facade showing the multiple of covered spaces to enjoy the outdoors!
The handsome tile roof complements the backyard pool and landscaping stone surrounds/borders with its subtle but eye=catching configuration.
What a great spot for children to play on a 44 X 37 turf surface!Stunning Mediterranean estate built by O'Connor-Gill Builders on a half-acre lot in the gated/guarded Stablewood Association. Premier location on a ravine with pristinely landscaped front yard with elegant fountain & backyard with spacious wrap around covered/open patio areas, pool/hot tub/water features, and children's turf covered playground. Lush green spaces bordered by canopied trees. Magnificent entertaining areas with great flow through the living/dining/bar/wine grotto/kitchen/family areas, all overlooking the expansive backyard through butted glass windows. First floor gracious Primary Suite with grand bath/dual closets and adjacent Study. 4 Guest Bedrooms en suite on 2nd floor with Theatre Room, wet bar and spacious Game Room/Flex Room. Incredible millwork, one of a kind antique cabinetry, limestone flooring, handsome decorative tile accents, plentiful storage, generator, air-conditioned 3-car garage with storage room.
| District: | Spring Branch |
| Elementary School: | Hunters Creek 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 | $400.56 | $3,939,134 | 5.89% | $3,939,134 | 5.89% |
| 2022 | $378.27 | $3,719,946 | 24.41% | $3,719,946 | 24.41% |
| 2021 | $304.05 | $2,990,000 | -0.33% | $2,990,000 | -0.33% |
| 2020 | $305.06 | $3,000,000 | -17.63% | $3,000,000 | -17.63% |
| 2019 | $370.38 | $3,642,304 | -7.84% | $3,642,304 | -7.84% |
| 2018 | $401.88 | $3,952,117 | -4.65% | $3,952,117 | -4.65% |
| 2017 | $421.49 | $4,144,934 | -3.22% | $4,144,934 | -3.22% |
| 2016 | $435.49 | $4,282,631 | 10.53% | $4,282,631 | 27.94% |
| 2015 | $394.01 | $3,874,717 | 27.33% | $3,347,248 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $309.43 | $3,042,953 | 7.19% | $3,042,953 | 7.19% |
| 2013 | $288.67 | $2,838,760 | 3.06% | $2,838,760 | 3.06% |
| 2012 | $280.10 | $2,754,500 | $2,754,500 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $1,960,040 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,979,094 |
| Total Market Value: | $3,939,134 |
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 % |
| HOUSTON CITY OF: | 0.5192 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.1332 % |
