Can you tell where this home is located? By the modern architecture, you’d probably say somewhere in Midway Hollow, Kessler Woods, or Bluffview. After all, the sharp lines of contrasting mixed media, that blend of wood, stucco, and masonry that exudes simplicity and luxury — those are the modern custom homes you see going up in young, revitalized neighborhoods in Dallas.
But hang on. Those trees don’t really look like our trees. I mean, they could be, but something seems different about these tall slender trees that offer a soft filter of shade on this home.
Now turnaround and see what lies behind you. Water and tree-line views as far as the eye can see. You’re on Cedar Creek Lake and this home listed by Melissa McClain-Lewis with Coldwell Banker is your perfect Dallas modern home on permanent vacation.
“The home is so unique, but what stands out for me are the breathtaking views,” says McClain-Lewis, whose McClain-Lewis Realty Team specializes in Ellis and surrounding counties. “You can sit on the third-floor balcony and see for miles and miles. Actually almost every room has a view of the lake.”
Indeed, the 2021 custom home was built to take in all the beauty of Cedar Creek Lake. Situated on a third of an acre lot, this three-story home uses elevation and multiple balconies to connect the home with the water. It’s like the infinity edge pool of patios.
Getting on the water is easy with your own boathouse and party deck. This is a large boathouse, too with two boat slips and spots for two personal watercraft. For perspective, look at the size of the boats docked there and the house in the background. Conveniently you’re just an hour outside of Dallas and minutes from the Long Cove Marina.
We haven’t even gotten inside. The 3,779-square-foot home has five bedrooms, four and a half-plus baths, and walls of windows to soak in the lake views. Plus, the home comes furnished. It’s like an instant luxury lake home where you can pull into the four-car garage, set your toothbrush on the bathroom counter, and call it home.
McClain-Lewis says the first floor was made for entertaining inside and out. Here you’ll find a living area and den with open dining and kitchen that all flow together as one. Quartz and marble counters, unique lighting, refrigerated drawers, nugget ice maker, and commercial grade gas range make the kitchen a dream.
And take note of the European oak floors. “Everyone that has seen it has commented about the craftsmanship being top notch,” McClain-Lewis says.
The secondary bedrooms can be found on the second floor with a fully equipped media room, and walk out balcony-patio that has access to a separate 200-square-foot bunk room and full bath.
The expansive primary suite takes up the third floor with built-ins, sitting area, and a spa bath. There is a workout space or flex room located off the primary bath with fabulous natural light.
Yes, glorious natural light. It makes the contemporary interior design feel soft and positively delicious. And yes, I said delicious. Give Melissa a call and soak up the beauty of this tasty home.
Melissa McClain-Lewis has listed 3195 Benjamin Drive on Cedar Creek Lake for $2.5 million.
