Rare opportunity to own this fabulous estate in highly sought after neighborhood just a block off prestigious Ocean Drive and short stroll to sparkling waters of CC Bay and waterfront parks! This beautiful open concept home is situated on almost half acre lot and boasts huge classic design pool in lushly landscaped backyard oasis. In addition to main house there is private 740 square ft apartment/guest quarters (additional sq ft not included in this listing of living, bedroom, kitchenette, full bath) above the three + car garage. Majestic oak trees, inviting front porch and sweeping staircase off foyer welcome you to this French country design home. The "great room" with wood beamed tall ceiling, brick tile flooring has stone surround gas fireplace as focal point. Formal dining room (open to living area) with wood/ stone floors and triple stained crown moulding accommodates very large dining table for hosting family and friends. Wall of windows/doors offers expansive views of impressive backyard with pool, fountain, columned pergolas and outdoor kitchen. Inside you'll love the chef's kitchen with high end stainless steel appliances (including Viking 6 burner gas cooktop with griddle, vent hood, double door oven, microwave), Caesarstone quartz counter, custom cabinetry, island with seating. Spacious breakfast area off kitchen. Private large downstairs primary suite features two bathrooms and huge walkin closet. All other secondary bedrooms are upstairs with common living area and bonus room great for office, exercise or sixth bedroom. Balcony off upstairs foyer has staircase to backyard. Lots of natural light in this home. Entire roof replaced 2020. Convenient location to TAMU, NAS, hospitals, SPID freeway. Approx 15 minutes to Padre Island beaches and warm waters of the Gulf for fishing, swimming, surfing, boating. Enjoy coastal living at it's finest!