SOLD | $2.8M
DescriptionIdeally 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.
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
Buyer's Premium
12%
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Buyer's Agent Compensation
2%
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515 Bayridge Road, The Governor Ross Sterling Mansion, Texas 77571
This property is listed for sale by Linda Eckert Neese (#123572) and Christopher Adam Foster (#622454) of John Daugherty Realtors Inc (#270095) – 520 Post Oak Lane, 6th Floor, Houston, TX 77027 – 800-231-2821. Concierge Auctions, LLC is a marketing service provider for auctions, is a licensed auctioneer (#AU-C002842) - Auctioneer Frank Trunzo - and is not a licensed Real Estate broker - 777 Flagler Drive, W Palm Beach, FL 33401 (888) 966-4759. The services referred to herein are not available to residents of any state where prohibited by applicable state law. Concierge Auctions, LLC, its agents and affiliates, broker partners, auctioneer, and sellers do not warrant or guaranty the accuracy or completeness of any information and shall have no liability for errors or omissions or inaccuracies under any circumstances in this or any other property listings or advertising, promotional or publicity statements and materials. This is not meant as a solicitation for listings. Equal Housing Opportunity. Brokers are protected and encouraged to participate. 10% buyer's premium applicable. See Auction Terms and Conditions for full details.
