Stately French home designed by Todd Rice, in the heart of the Galleria area, envelopes master craftsmanship, elegance and well-planned spaces. Upgrades start at the curb w/ two driveways, one circle drive and one owners drive that leads to a motor-court and secure garage parking for three vehicles. The front entry greets you with copper gas lanterns, copper awning & cast stone-clad iron front door. A spacious foyer gingerly acquaints guests w/ a walnut-clad library to the right, formal dining w/ 400+ bottle-capacity wine grotto to the left and a grand gallery with a beautiful staircase and two-story windows gazing to the pool & backyard. The great room, open to the breakfast room and kitchen features a cathedral ceiling w/ wood beams and stately cast-stone fireplace. The island kitchen features 48-in Viking range, Viking refrigerator & dishwasher along with a 12-ft breakfast bar. The backyard features a covered veranda w/ outdoor kitchen & gas fireplace and a heated salt water pool.