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uxury real estate should be a Jeopardy category, and I'm one of the lucky ones who gets to preview the best properties in Dallas. When Rachel Trowbridge from Allie Beth Allman sent me an invite to see her new listing, a multimillion-dollar gated estate in Old Preston Hollow, I jumped at the chance.
As you step onto the grounds, it's clear that this estate is something special. The motor court is an homage to Michelangelo's Piazza del Campidoglio design, and it sets the tone for what's to come. Richard Drummond Davis designed the property, with Jim Reilly of James Reilly Custom Homes bringing it to life. Barry Williams of Williams Design and Warren Johnson of Fallcreek Gardens also contributed to this masterpiece.
The exterior facade is made from hand-carved Lueders limestone, while the interior features a stunning French Renaissance-style design. The estate was originally built in 2014 for Clifford Fischer and his wife Gail, who spared no expense in creating their dream home. With its intricate details, impeccable craftsmanship, and scale, this property is truly one-of-a-kind.
The attention to detail is evident throughout the estate, from the millwork and cabinetry to the stunning silk wallpaper in the dining room. The interior designer, Barry Williams, worked closely with the Fischers to bring their vision to life, sourcing everything from furniture to artwork. Even the current owners, Scott and Cam Hall, have left the beautiful de Gournay wallpaper intact.
As you step inside, you're greeted by a striking floating staircase and dramatic domed ceiling. The entryway is flanked by a gorgeous dining room and library, while straight ahead lies a masterful groin vaulted hall with a latticework insert all trimmed in gold. The Grand Salon features ornate plaster ceilings and black marble fireplaces overlooking the grounds.
The estate also boasts a luxurious media room with five televisions, a drop-down 120-inch screen, and a fully equipped wet bar. The main-level principal suite has a separate sitting room and unobstructed views of the beautifully landscaped backyard.
But the true showstopper is the two-story ladies' closet, which is like opening the lid on a treasure chest. With its black lacquer finish and exquisite details, it's a space unlike any other. The estate also features four car lifts offering covered parking for 10 luxury cars, making it perfect for automobile collectors.
The grounds are equally impressive, with a resort-style saltwater pool, cabana with fireplace, walking paths, waterfall wall feature, exquisite gardens, and grassy knolls. Multiple outdoor terraces, walking trails, an antique gazebo, and a stone footbridge leading to the 9-hole putting green complete this luxury oasis.
If you're looking for serious luxury real estate, make an appointment with Rachel Trowbridge quickly – I've heard there are already interested parties. The estate is available for $23.5 million at 5100 Park Lane.
