Patricia Massey
July in Texas. The A/C is cranked but it rarely feels like enough. Cooling off and cooling down might come in the form of water when the thermometer hits 100-plus day after day. Some call these designed and natural water features “blue spaces,” a term for water in the form of oceans, lakes, or rivers.…
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Los Arboles… translation: The Trees. That pretty much sums up everything you need to know about the tranquil and secluded neighborhood just east of Preston Forest Shopping Center off of Forest Lane. Mature live oaks (the arboles of which we speak) abound along with other species, and several ponds punctuate the community’s 30 acres, making…
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This week we take you to Lakewood Estates in hotter than hot East Dallas. Both of our picks offer great locations close to all the action, but tranquil spaces at home for the ultimate in relaxation. Which would you choose? Take your pick in our latest Splurge vs. Steal. Splurge: Water View Estate on Three-Quarters…
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Lake Forest is the secret that everyone knows about. Ensconced within a stone-and-iron wall, the gated, guarded North Dallas community spans 68 acres of park-like grounds in the shadow of Medical City and the High Five. Residents are fortunate to enjoy this secure, secluded little slice of heaven with its winding creeks, towering oaks, lakes,…
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The season for parties is upon us, so I thought I’d share a few gorgeous homes — all listed by Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate — just begging to host some seriously lively shindigs this year. Each of these three homes is uniquely suited to holiday entertaining, with both grand and intimate spaces, state-of-the-art technology, incomparable views,…
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