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An elegant French Provincial in the City of Bellaire. Tile roof and all brick with stone accents. Green features include geothermal HVAC.
Designed by Patrick Barrios and expertly built by well-regarded Gary Lee of Watermark homes. 
Over 800 square feet of covered outdoor living area ready made for entertaining. 
Convenient circular driveway has a brick inset border.
Accent lighting around the front of the house and along the entire perimeter of the back yard. 
The stone balustrade and window trims frame the entry. Flagstone front porch and steps with brick risers.
The set of double iron doors open to an elegant welcome.
The high level of design is evident everywhere in the house. The formal Entry floor is Crema Marfil marble with Dark Emperor marble diagonal lay insets. The eye is carried to the depth of the back yard. Art niches are internally lit.
The second back stair case is conveniently located off the KItchen near the elevator. Flooring is either wood or natural stone. The only carpet is in the Media room.
The handsome and roomy elevator is on a par with the rest of the house.
When you enter the home, a turn eastward takes you to the privately located wood lined and well-lit Study with a boxed beam ceiling. The flooring is the Brazillian/walnut alternating combination. This is used elsewhere in the house except the Game Room, Kitchen and bathrooms.
Built-ins are integrated and well designed. The two desk tops are frappuccino marble. SEE the Floor Plan- an adjacent 5x11 closet is handy for more storage.
The same combination wood flooring runs through the house. The formal Dining Room floor is laid in a herringbone pattern. The ceiling is stamped metal. A balanced set of glass front china cabinets has internal lighting. Windows on three sides bring in the light. Indirect cove lighting and recessed lights are seen in several areas of the house.
The Butler Pantry counter is Bianco Arasbescato marble.
The superb Kitchen is anchored by the large central island and has diagonal lay checkerboard flooring. The far corner shows the back stair case and the way into the garage through the 6x12 Mud room- SEE the Floor Plan. In that location there is also the downstairs pool bath with shower and an outside door. The garage has an extensive upper storage area. Whole house fire sprinkler is installed.
Beamed ceiling. The refrigerator is a 48 inch SubZero.
The perimeter counter tops are stainless steel- an exceptional and durable work surface. The 60 inch gas range and vent hood are Wolf. There are 6 burners, a central griddle and two full sized ovens below.
The dishwasher is an Asko. The home's water heaters are tankless.
The large central island is Bianco Arasbescato marble and contains a salad sink. The microwave is a 30 inch Wolf.
The roomy breakfast area is defined by it's domed ceiling and enjoys great light and backyard views from the tall curving set of windows.
A wall of windows from the Living Room offers a full view of the pool and greenery of the large yard which has accent lighting around its perimeter. A central double sided fireplace acts as a pivot to the Game Room beyond.
Sound speakers here, in the adjacent Game Room, Kitchen, Study and at the back of the house can be controlled from your phone or from the nearby media closet. All associated electronics will remain with the house.
The Game Room has a fully outfitted bar and the reverse side of the double sided fireplace. The room has a circular inset ceiling, large windows and an additional outside door to the covered patio. 
The bar tops are frappuccino marble. There are a U-line wine cooler and a Scotsman ice maker. Next to the bar behind an iron gate is a wine cellar to hold over 130 bottles.
The stair treads are Atlantide brushed marble.
All doors are 8 ft solid wood.There is a central vacuum system for both floors.
The upstairs Media Room will come complete with chairs, screen, projector and any associated electronics present in the media closet. This area of the home also has the back stairs, the elevator and an 11x8 space used for exercise. There is also a snack bar area just outside the media room for cold drinks, snack storage and your popcorn machine. 
The Primary Retreat has a direct vent fireplace and indirect cove lighting in the recessed ceiling.
Large northern exposure windows give views out to the yard and pool. 
Countertops are Bianco Arasbescato marble. The marble floor tile has a basket weave inset motif under the soaking tub. Speakers here are controlled from the bedroom. All Toto toilets in the house and most faucets and shower fixtures are Moen.
The large shower is fully lined with tile and is equipped with multiple spray options.
The big Primary closets are fully outfitted with storage built-ins.
The fine finishes here carry on throughout the home.
A tray ceiling covers the southwest bedroom.
The fine finishes include glass door knobs through the home..
All bedrooms have ensuite baths with walk-in showers.
The Guest bedroom has a large hidden closet- perfect for storing suitcases and other less used items. 
The southeast bedroom has been equally well designed for style and comfort.
The high level of design sense throughout the house extends to the choice of every lighting fixture. 
The Pool bath has equally thoughtful planning for functionality as well as a pleasing look. 
In addition to the large pool there is plenty of yard space for kids or pets to play or to add a pool house! 
A pool side flagstone deck sits at one side. Doors visible at the other end are one into the pool bath and the other into the garage. 
The pool/spa is 24,300 gallons and is fully heated.
The upper balcony serves the Primary bedroom.
Deep covered porches provide the setting for your guests and family to gather.
The outdoor gas grill is a 28 inch Coyote and the refrigeratoris a 24 inch Hoshizaki. The outdoor fireplace is wood burning.
This elegant French Provincial home in Bellaire was built by Gary Lee of Watermark Homes and designed by Patrick Barrios. A quiet retreat, it has a premier location among the large lots of Braeburn Country Club Estates. Finely detailed custom finishes and distinctive selections throughout bring this home to life: SEE the attached Floor Plan and more complete details in photo captions. A welcoming space for entertaining but also a warm and functional setting for the family. Elevator installed. Media Room upstairs with nicely outfitted Game Room and handsome private Study on the first floor. Tall windows across the back showcase the pool, outdoor kitchen/bar and deep yard- a relaxed and peaceful sanctuary. Over 800 sf of covered exterior porches are protected by a mosquito system. Well-maintained by this original owner. First occupied Dec. 2014. Never flooded.
| District: | Houston ISD |
| Elementary School: | Lovett Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Pershing Middle School  Good | |
| High School: | Bellaire High School Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $257.17 | $1,634,802 | 2.27% | $1,634,802 | 2.27% |
| 2022 | $251.47 | $1,598,584 | 0.68% | $1,598,584 | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $249.78 | $1,587,843 | 2.14% | $1,587,843 | 2.14% |
| 2020 | $244.55 | $1,554,597 | -1.39% | $1,554,597 | -1.39% |
| 2019 | $248.00 | $1,576,507 | -3.70% | $1,576,507 | -3.70% |
| 2018 | $257.51 | $1,637,000 | -3.54% | $1,637,000 | -3.54% |
| 2017 | $266.95 | $1,697,000 | 9.03% | $1,697,000 | 9.03% |
| 2016 | $244.84 | $1,556,478 | 0.00% | $1,556,478 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $244.84 | $1,556,478 | 94.54% | $1,556,478 | 94.54% |
| 2014 | $125.86 | $800,099 | 53.87% | $800,099 | 53.87% |
| 2013 | $81.80 | $520,000 | -3.12% | $520,000 | -3.12% |
| 2012 | $84.44 | $536,761 | $536,761 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $772,740 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $862,062 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,634,802 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| HOUSTON ISD: | 0.8683 % |
| 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 COMMUNITY COLLEGE: | 0.0922 % |
| BELLAIRE CITY OF: | 0.4370 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.9326 % |