5 Upscale Homes from Texas Lakefront to Edmond Modernism

On FM 1995 in Lindale, this five-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence is designed for comfortable everyday living with an easy rhythm for entertaining. Inside, soaring 10’–11’ ceilings and abundant natural light set an airy tone, while exquisite built-ins add both function and polish throughout. The open-concept layout keeps gatherings flowing from room to room, and the flexible fifth bedroom adapts effortlessly as a game room, media room, or private home office. Practicality is equally considered, with a whole-home generator providing uninterrupted power across every room and essential systems. Outdoors, the backyard is arranged for year-round enjoyment, framed by mature trees that lend privacy and a calm, retreat-like feel with minimal upkeep. With access to I-20 and placement in the Lindale School District, daily life here stays connected yet serene.

Along the water’s edge on Cedar Creek Lake, this charming open-water retreat brings the ease of lake living just southeast of Dallas. The beautifully maintained residence offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a 1-car garage, and an additional carport. Inside, a bright open-concept kitchen and living area centers around a cozy fireplace—an inviting place to settle in after a day on the water. For entertaining, a separate den with a bar opens directly to the covered lakeside deck, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor rhythm. Outside, a spacious lakeside backyard leaves plenty of room to relax, play, or shape your own outdoor vision. A brand-new 2025 TREX boathouse adds low-maintenance durability and immediate access to open water, setting the scene for boating, sunset views, and long, unhurried lake days.

From its elevated setting in Allen, this pristine custom Highland home opens with a majestic entry, where a dramatic spiral staircase with iron balusters meets rich, hand-scraped hardwoods throughout. Arched architecture and soaring ceilings amplify the open floor plan, finished with elegant crown molding that carries into a gourmet kitchen featuring tea-stained cabinetry, granite surfaces, and a 5-burner gas cooktop set into the island. Outdoors, a covered back porch with built-in speakers looks over a large inground gunite pool and spa—detailed with decorative tile, natural stone coping, and water features—creating an easy rhythm for entertaining and everyday downtime. The layout balances privacy and togetherness with a downstairs master suite and separate office, plus four additional bedrooms upstairs alongside a true media room and a large game room overlooking the backyard and pool.

A study in contemporary Mid-Century Modern design, Twelve Three Zero One Thelma’s Way offers the rare combination of new construction and classic MCM principles. Crafted by BaumHaus Design Build, the home reflects a concept-to-completion approach led by Holly Baum—from determining the lot’s best position for views, light, and design to drawing the floor plan and blueprints. Interiors are shaped around light-filled spaces, an intentional connection to nature, and an uncluttered sense of beauty. Buyers also have the opportunity to personally select luxe finishes, materials, and details, creating a residence that feels custom, tailored, and welcoming from day one. With both design and build under one roof, the process is designed to be smoother and the outcome more cohesive—an ideal backdrop for a forever home or a next chapter in Edmond.

Within a gated community in southwest Plano, this single-story residence sits on a quiet cul-de-sac and leans into light-filled, easy living. Cathedral ceilings bring volume and airiness to the main spaces, while a granite gourmet kitchen anchors everyday routines and relaxed entertaining. A den frames serene pool views, offering a calm spot to read, work, or unwind. The primary suite is paired with a spa-like bath and a large walk-in closet, creating a private retreat that feels thoughtfully set apart. Outdoors, the low-maintenance backyard is finished with synthetic turf alongside a pool and spa—more time enjoying, less time tending. Practical touches include a gated driveway and a finished garage, with Gleneagles Golf Club, high-end retail and dining, and top schools close by for a well-connected daily rhythm.