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Across Texas—from Surfside Beach and Galveston’s Pirates Beach to the quieter skies of Rosharon and Bellville—this collection of seven properties shares a vacation-forward spirit with real-world upside. Several are already positioned for income, from Airbnb and VRBO popularity to a tenant-in-place bungalow and a fully furnished coastal retreat. Views and outdoor living set the tone, whether on an expansive beachfront, across wide acreage at sunset, or beside a calm water feature. Together, they balance retreat, design, and flexibility.

Across Houston, this quartet highlights the enduring appeal of established neighborhoods where mature trees, familiar streetscapes, and thoughtful updates shape everyday living. From Willow Meadows’ Colonial character and flexible plan to Maplewood South’s classic brick setting and backyard privacy, each home leans into indoor-outdoor comfort. The Energy Corridor entry adds quiet end-of-street placement with room to spread out, while Bamboo Forest Trail offers a recently rebuilt interior with modern systems. Together, they reflect Houston’s talent for blending tradition with practical, move-in-ready ease.

A former Malibu water tower has taken on a second life as one of the city’s more recognizable architectural homes. Originally built as a functional water tower and later transformed in the early 1980s by local architect Doug Rucker, the cylindrical residence now for sale is a modern coastal retreat that maintains its distinctive architectural form.

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Located behind gates in the estate section of Beverly Crest in the Beverly Hills Post Office area, the Liebe Compound has been listed for $29.75 million. The newly completed Moroccan-modern property, designed by ANR Signature, was built as a serene retreat with an emphasis on wellness, relaxation, and nature.

Haven TeamMay 11, 2026 · 2 min read

Across Texas and into Oklahoma, this quintet of move-up homes traces a shared desire for space—both inside and out. Four offer five-bedroom layouts, often paired with multiple living areas that suit multigenerational routines, entertaining, or work-from-home flexibility. Beyond the walls, acreage, gated entries, and country infrastructure like wells and septic systems add a sense of privacy and independence. The collection balances practical updates and custom build quality with distinctive character, from an 1873 Stick Eastlake landmark to a value-add county retreat.

Creating resort-at-home retreats built for long weekends, lively gatherings, and unhurried everyday comfort. From lakefront compounds on Richland Chambers and Lake Palestine to a Gleneagles golf-view address in Plano, each home pairs scenery with serious entertaining infrastructure. Beyond pools, boathouses, and panoramic vistas, these properties embrace flexibility—guest quarters, expansive acreage, and even a fly-in ranch on Lake Graham.

Across this quintet of Texas lifestyle estates, space is not a luxury add-on but the organizing principle—acreage to roam, water to anchor the view, and rooms that flex with the way people live now. From a no-HOA homestead-ready spread in Justin to a wooded Union Valley retreat shaped by oaks, pasture, and a stocked pond, each setting balances privacy with practicality. Riverfront living in Granbury, a rare over-an-acre Prosper update, and a Powderly home on a private 40-acre lake complete the panorama.

Across Texas, this quartet frames home as an experience shaped by setting. In Richmond, a polished suburban backdrop pairs curated finishes with a backyard built for gathering, complete with a pool and outdoor kitchen. Angleton shifts to 22.3 acres of rustic, working-country calm, with a log cabin, barn, and pondside gazebo. On Tiki Island, Spanish-style waterfront living unfolds across two lots with sweeping bay views and a private boathouse. In Houston’s Eastwood Proper, a redesigned 1930s residence balances original character with an entertaining-ready plan and bar.

Along the Jersey Shore, water sets the tone for a quintet of residences that capture the region’s most coveted vantage points, from unobstructed oceanfront sightlines to bay-side calm. These five properties trace a spectrum of coastal living: a rare Avalon oceanfront lot positioned for a three-story new build, a Surf City new-construction retreat near the bay beach, and Pier Village–Long Branch offerings that quintet designer finishes with concierge service and resort-style amenities. Throughout, flexible layouts and entertaining-ready spaces keep the shoreline lifestyle effortless.

Along New Jersey’s coast and just inland, a trio of lifestyle-first properties shows how premium living is defined as much by experience as by address. In Margate, an oversized 71’ x 73’ homesite in a coveted neighborhood invites a custom shore retreat with bay-view potential. In Asbury Park, a 14th-floor wraparound residence frames panoramic shoreline and iconic city vistas, supported by a fully staffed amenity ecosystem. In Parlin, a fully renovated home pairs detail-rich interiors with a private, resort-style backyard built for entertaining.