This home’s pool broke WORLD RECORDS

What’s up, friends?

Today’s home is screaming “we’re wealthy in Texas, and it’s 2005.” 

Oh, and it also held the world record for largest residential pool. So, yes, it’s very nice… but, to today’s standards, it’s a bit dated.

Built in 2005, this record-breaking property sits on nearly 40 acres, has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a 6-car garage, and one frickin’ ginormous pool.

But don’t slip on your bathing suit just yet! First, we gotta tour the house…

Approaching this home, after coming up its grand driveway, you really get a sense of luxury. Yes, from the photo above the home doesn’t look unlike other McMansions. At the same time, though, the pillars, clean-cut grass, and overall grooming of the space brings it to another level.

This entryway and living room are studded with culture and flair: a grand staircase with woodwork, custom flooring emblems, high ceilings, and… is that an aquarium?

In my personal opinion, this kitchen is the epitome of “kitchen renovated in 2005”. It’s sleek and marblely and fits the home.

I’ll give these people props for trying an accent color - I just don’t think that shade of red needs to be part of the design of this home. And I don’t care if someone defends it as being “quintessentially Texas”.

Well, ain’t this bedroom… something? Again, the big red wall with circular windows doesn't match the rest of the space, but I like them individually.

Nearby, the en-suite is unique in a good way: vaulted ceiling, separate sink counters, a spa tub, and (what appears to be) the skinniest shower door.

Amenities are important to the enjoyment of a home. Let’s discuss those at this one!

Want to get upstairs? Take the elevator. 

Want to watch a movie? Watch it in the home theatre.

Typically, I’d call the on-theme carpeting tacky. But there’s something endearing about imagining a big family gathering to watch a movie in this space. It’s upscale (for 2005) and homey.

One thing about wealthy people: a lot of them have at-home arcades. And that’s a timeless product that everyone can enjoy. Plus, with the bar only a few steps away, it’s the perfect space to entertain.

Before we get to the “crème de la crème” (the pool), I gotta briefly show you the 10,000 sq. foot “storage barn” (garage) with attached guest apartments. 

Got it? Okay, it’s backyard time:

Believe it or not, this is the largest residential pool IN THE WORLD. From every angle this palm tree-lined paradise has something to offer: a 500 ft lazy river, 6 waterfalls, 2 in-pool bars, 2 spa baths, a zero-depth entry, and 21-ft slide on the far end.

You want a water park? It is one. You want a tropical getaway? It is one. Want to rest up in the comfort of your own bed? It’s just a few steps away.

Now, I’ll admit: That pool probably has a nightmare of upkeep that it requires -So, I’d rather befriend the owners, reap the benefits of that paradise, then head home.

Sarah @Homes.tastrophes

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