This Highland Park Classic Mediterranean is Quite Simply a Great House

This Highland Park classic Mediterranean mansion is causing quite a stir, and no, it’s not about the price tag. Let’s be real: We’re used to seeing homes in the double-digit multimillion-dollar range. The enormous interest is because it’s a great house.

We see plenty of expensive homes, and a great home is never about the cost. You cannot guarantee money will go hand in hand with quality and taste. 

So, what makes a great house?

It’s pretty straightforward. Architectural integrity, quality of materials, livability, and, of course, a great location all make for a great house.  This classic Mediterranean mansion has checked all those boxes, and then some.

Let’s start with architectural integrity and one of the best architects in America, Robbie Fusch. Drive around Dallas and point to pretty much any multimillion-dollar classically designed home, and the odds are Fusch Architects was involved. Along with great design, you must have a great builder, and Rusty Goff is one of the best. Put these two fine heads together, and you are guaranteed to achieve a great home that lives beautifully.

Of course, it helps when you have almost an acre of lushly landscaped grounds on what some will tell you is the best street in Highland Park, Armstrong Parkway. 

It’s hard to imagine that 10,240 square feet can actually feel cozy, but that’s part of great design. A floating staircase beautifully divides the family space, with a wall of French doors opening to the loggia. Arched doorways offer glimpses into adjoining rooms while maintaining a sense of separation, and beamed ceilings bring extraordinary warmth to the home. It’s a pleasure to see defined spaces with comfortable nooks coming back into demand. 

The home offers incredible flexibility, with up to five bedrooms, depending on how you want to use them. The primary suite can be accessed from either of two staircases or the elevator. It has a sitting area that opens to a screened loggia overlooking the gorgeous backyard. Of course, there are separate primary bathrooms with heated marble floors and separate custom closets. 

On the second level, there are two en-suite bedrooms, a sitting room opening to an upstairs covered loggia overlooking the front lawn, a workout room, a media room or golf simulator, and a craft room.

When you have almost an acre, you have room for several outdoor amenities, like the 512-square-foot cabana with a fireplace, a pool, a putting green, and an outdoor kitchen.  

One of the most precious commodities in Highland Park is a large gated motor court with a porte cochere and an oversized garage that can accommodate three cars and lifts. Check that box, too!

Compass Real Estate listing agent Michelle Wood has this classic Mediterranean mansion at 4307 Armstrong Parkway available for $19.995 million.