This expansive Mediterranean is Texas large; 26,216 square feet to be exact, according to the Harris County Appraisal District.  The home is located in a secluded location in Piney Point Village in the Memorial Villages area of Houston, Texas.  Truly one of a kind, the home features antique European architectural elements, including French panels from the Palace of Muret; and stained glass and wrought iron from the Art and Humanities building in Argentina.

With over $16 million in appointments, this Mediterranean mansion with Italianate and French architecture optimizes luxury and comfort.  Some of the more elaborate features include, suspended staircases, a mirrored elevator, semi-precious stone and gilded plaster crown molding, frescoes, malachite inlays, four kitchens, a dining room that seats 30, brocade upholstery and antique plaster reliefs on the master suite walls, third-floor home theater with elevated leather banquettes and suede upholstered walls.

Outside there are endless views of lush gardens, sculpted granite terraces and a one of a kind peninsula setting where the bayou meets Piney Point Creek.

The home is currently for sale and the ultimate in privacy, prestige and beauty can be yours for approximately $8 million. 

Source:  Houston Association of Realtors & Melanie Johnson