Bidding Started On:
December 8, 2016 at 7:00 PM EST
SOLD | $2.8M
Ideally set in quaint Morgan’s Point off Galveston Bay, The Governor Ross Sterling Mansion, aka The First Texas White House, was built in 1924 by Alfred Finn for the 31st governor of Texas. First named Miramar – meaning “sea view” — this scaled-down replica of the United States White House sits on a headland with unobstructed bay views and direct beach access from its 28-foot rotunda portico. Registered by the National Register of Historic Places and the Texas Historical Commission, the over six-acre property features marble and oak flooring, gilded and intricately carved moldings, pressed-tin ceilings, and an antique stone fireplace amongst many extravagant details from its original construction. Authentically restored and updated for modern living, this historical estate boasts nine bedrooms and 15 bathrooms, a ballroom, rooftop terrace, and an impressive library across 20,689 square feet of ideal entertaining and living space. Given new life, The Mansion celebrates elegance and offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Texas history in a relaxing waterfront setting.
Property Features
Circa 1924 waterfront estate
20,689sf with 9 bedrooms
Direct beach access and panoramic Galveston Bay views
Scaled-down replica of the U.S. White House
Built by 31st Texas Governor, Ross Sterling
Registered by Texas Historical Commission and Morgan’s Point Historic District
Foyer
Serpentine reversed staircases and antique stone fireplace
Ballroom
Rear portico views, pressed-tin ceiling, marble fireplace
Gentleman’s Lounge
Carved wood fireplace, built-in leaded-glass-front bookcases
Mahogany-paneled Library
Ladies’ Parlor
Kitchen with Butler’s pantry
Professional-grade, cabinet-front appliances, granite countertops, Viking range, walk-in vintage ice box
28-foot rotunda portico
Unobstructed Galveston Bay views
Basement level
Media room, billiard room and kitchen
Rooftop terrace
Accessed by elevator for 360-degree views
Proximity to downtown Houston, Houston shipping channel, Battleship Texas, San Jacinto Monument, Sylvan Beach Park, Galveston Island, Kemah Boardwalk, and the Johnson Space Center
Fees & Commissions
Buyer's Premium
12%
Buyer shall pay to Concierge a “Buyer's Premium” in addition to the Purchase Price for the Property. The Buyer's Premium is not a real estate commission; it is the fee that Concierge charges to bidders for bringing the Property to auction.
Co-Broker Commission
2%
A commission/fee will be paid by the Seller, according to the terms of the Listing Agreement, to any properly registered Broker whose client is the successful Buyer at the Auction and whose client completes the purchase of the Property.
Location
Just 30 minutes from downtown Houston and adjacent to Galveston Bay, Morgan’s Point is an inlet to the internationally renowned Houston shipping channel and the birthplace of the famed tune, “The Yellow Rose of Texas.” While in the area, enjoy Battleship Texas, the San Jacinto Monument, as well as the 32-acre Sylvan Beach Park — ripe with water activities including swimming, sailing, and paddle-boarding. Additionally, the Johnson Space Center, Galveston Island, and the Kemah Boardwalk are just a short drive away.
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515 Bayridge Road, The Governor Ross Sterling Mansion, TX 77571
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