21 Balmoral, Richardson, Texas 75082 - The Hills of Breckinridge

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This spectacular old world Mediterranean villa sits atop The Hills of Breckinridge. Custom built with imported Jerusalem stone, this home exudes luxury. From the moment you enter the secured gates, this community draws you in. As you arrive, you will immediately acknowledge 21 Balmoral is the crème de la crème of The Hills. To cruise around its circular drive to the base of the Jerusalem stone staircase, you will be led up to the large custom iron arched glass double-doors and enter into the breathe-taking great room with cathedral dome ceiling highlighting its’ custom chandelier and artistic painting with sunken foyer. To the right, look closely and you will notice the wine closet easily accessible to the formal library sophistically encased in custom walnut wood richly stained with high ceiling. Within the great room is an elevated formal sitting area with soaring stone and gas fireplace partially enclosed in windows peering out onto the lavish grounds. And to the left, you will notice an elevated old world dining hall with custom European style windows, niches encased in 1” custom stone accents and custom iron chandelier hung below an intricately designed canopy. From here, pass through the buffet room with built-ins and an entrance to the tri-level elevator allowing quick access to all three floors and enter the gourmet kitchen. Features of this main kitchen area include commercial grade stainless steel appliances, custom chandelier, hand-crafted deep wood cabinetry (some facing with glass and iron design), thick imported granite counter tops, large island and over-sized breakfast bar open to the kitchen nook also with custom chandelier and family room with built-ins, cozy fireplace and windows with views of the large sun room with handcrafted Jerusalem stone fireplace and curtained with windows and doors leading to the inviting pool yard with or patio terrace overlooking the grounds. Easily accessible to the family room you’ll enjoy the theater with built-in full sized screen, surround sound, projector, custom theater lounge seating, full bar area, designed with classic wood architecture perfect for entertaining. Also, located on the main floor you will find two secondary bedrooms with full baths and built-ins, the large utility with built-in cabinets and granite counter tops, and the enormous master suite with custom fireplace, sitting area and luxurious master bathroom with two dressing rooms… a must see retreat. Wind up the hand-crafted iron banister stairwell curving around the interior walls of the great room and enter the third floor through the entertainment room with patio terrace and built-in plasma television. Also located on the third floor you’ll find two additional bedrooms with full bathrooms, secret room with skylight located behind large swiveling bookcase, another stairwell leading back to the gourmet kitchen or you may take the elevator down to the bottom floor. Here you will find additional quarters with large living area, second master suite, kitchenette with built-in appliances and cabinetry, large walk-in closet, pantry and full bath and access to the three car garage. Throughout this magnificent villa, attention to detail is portrayed. Additional interior features include delicately handcrafted custom wood accents, as well as variegated hand-laid custom designed flooring comprised of hand-scraped hardwood Jerusalem stone utilized in various patterns, professionally handmade custom window coverings, surround sound, and walk-in closets in all bedrooms and custom decorative lighting designed to accentuate this estate. Venture outside to enjoy the grounds enclosed by walls of rod iron and Jerusalem stone. Entertain on the dining terrace by cooking on the built-in gas grill or bake pizza in the skillfully crafted pizza oven. During the summer, watch the kids enjoy the playground, swim in the pool, play in the cave or just tan on the ledge with the chilling water features. During the winter, enjoy the hot tub and roast marshmallows on the fire pit.