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5550 Candlewood
Houston, TX 77056
$4,748,000
Residential
5550 Candlewood in sought-after Tanglewood shows off manicured garden, circular driveway and stone and brick exterior. Driveway gate on left leads to 3-car garage.
Charming front double doors with quartrefoil iron decoration
Travertine entry shows off arched front doors, 1 of 3 grand pendants, grand staircase, view into office.
Spacious formal dining room off entry displays amber glass panels, polished Venetian plaster, etched- crystal chandelier, solid wood pocket doors.
First floor office off entry, has wood flooring, floor-to ceiling bookcases & cabinets, fireplace, antique ceiling panel.
Beautiful wood doors from office lead to wine room, used as pool room.
Wine room, used as pool room overlooks front and features wonderful pendant lights. Out of view are doors leading to private garden. Bar is to right, out of view.
View of first floor showing grand staircase with quatrefoil trim and chandelier, 2 of 3 large pendants, arched entrys, family room entry on right beyond staircase, kitchen entry on left and door to veranda.
Full service bar between wine/pool room and formal living room.
Full service bar has rich wood pillars and mosaic tile with deep texture surround the cathedral-inspired amber glass windows.
Family room features large wood pocket doors to divide it from the formal living room. Custom draperies frame French doors which open to pool logia
Family room with wood flooring and crown molding, opens to formal living room.
Formal living room with wood floors, French doors to veranda, fireplace, and beautiful chandelier, is off full-service bar.
Staged view of formal living room show hand-painted designs on the ceiling.
First floor powder bath next to elevator.
Very large kitchen features breakfast area, beamed ceiling, abundant storage space.
Gleaming wood eat-at island shows off under decorative pendant lighting. Note commercial 6-burner Wolf stove. SubZero refrigerator, butlers pantry and walk-in pantry are in rear view.
Enjoy convenience of island storage, butler's pantry and walk-in pantry
View of black soapstone countertop on left, and walk to laundry and exterior. Beyond closed door is door to driveway on left, another bath, and covered patio on right
Butler's pantry shows off black soapstone countertop and ample storage. Door on right is walk-in pantry.
Spectacular grand staircase features elaborate quartrefoil iron work with beautiful chandelier.
Large media room up is carpeted. It is equipped with a fully custom built built-in sound system & a 126" perforated projection screen. Also featured is bar area.
Entry hall to primary suite can be closed off for extra privacy.
Built-in cabinets flank the step-up entry into the primary suite. In rear of view is gym/game room.
Lavish Primary suite has wood floors, barrel ceiling, doors to balcony overlooking pool. his view is virtually staged.
Stunning primary suite has fireplace and beautiful chandelier.
Luxurious Primary spa-like bath features gold domed ceiling, fireplace, separate sinks, 2 walk-in closets.
Oversize primary shower has seat and multiple shower heads.
One of 2 walk-in primary closets. This closet is 2-story.
Game room up is used as a gym.
Carpeted secondary bedroom has ensuite bath, walk-in closet.
Beautiful secondary bath has combo tub & shower.
Secondary bedroom with wood flooring and ensuite bath, plus walk-in closet.
Secondary bathroom
Front bedroom has a Juliet balcony.
Secondary bath shows off lots of storage space.
Large quarters over garage has a private stairway. There is this large rom plus a study area and a bath.
Bath for quarters
Large laundry room up has expansive counter and cupboard space.
Side entry behind gate leads to patio and quarters stairway. 3-car garage viewed in background.
Veranda boasts fully equipped outdoor kitchen
The patio boasts 2 covered living areas with a double-sided fireplace. Cabana with drapes in background for changing privacy.
Spectacular back yard perfect for entertaining!
Pool features a swim-up bar with a bridge for serving.
Back yard view of the pool and outdoor kitchen
Aerial view
Aerial view
Aerial view
floor plan - 1st floor
Floor plan - 2nd floor
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Property Description
Prestigious Tanglewood estate of 10,201 sq ft, 5 bdrms, 5 full & 3 half baths, backyard retreat w/pool is a must see! Expansive rooms w/ an opulent look in Renaissance-era design boasts arched entrys, high ceilings, travertine & wood flrs, elevator, diamond plaster walls, lge wood pocket doors, & abundant quartrefoil iron work. Spacious kitchen has an ample butler's pantry, walk-in pantry, Wolf commercial 6-burner stove, 2 ovens, SubZero refrigerator, 2 dishwashers, & abundant storage. Very private lavish primary suite retreat, up, has a barrel ceiling, fireplace, & a motorized projection screen. Luxurious primary bath features a fireplace, 2 walk-in closets, one a 2-story closet. 2nd stairs in back leads to private guest suite. Fabulous yard has a heated pool w/ a swim-up bar, covered cabana, 2 spacious covered living areas w/ a double-sided fireplace, full outdoor kitchen. This jewel is located in desirable Tanglewood location close to Memorial Park, Galleria, Houston Country Club.
Interior Details
Exterior Details
Rooms
Kitchen
Dimensions: 24x21
Level: First
Bedroom
Dimensions: 14x14
Level: Second
Dining Room
Dimensions: 24x16
Level: First
Game Room
Dimensions: 16x15
Level: Second
Bedroom
Dimensions: 23x17
Level: Second
Extra Room
Dimensions: 21x14
Level: First
Unknown Room
Dimensions: 17x14
Level: First
Bedroom
Dimensions: 22x19
Level: Second
Media Room
Dimensions: 16x14
Level: Second
Living Room
Dimensions: 23x20
Level: First
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Schools
Elementary School
Briargrove Elementary School
27 - Houston
Middle School
Tanglewood Middle School
27 - Houston
High School
Wisdom High School
27 - Houston
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