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Dallas to get dreamy new boutique hotel in Uptown

Uptown Dallas is about to get another boutique hotel. Dream Hotels and its New York-based parent group, Hampshire Hotels Management, announced its intent to open a 16-story, 128-room property at Bowen Street and McKinney Avenue in winter 2015.

"Dallas has been hungry for a sophisticated yet fun place like this in Uptown for quite some time," said spokesperson Scott Black. "This particular location on McKinney Avenue is at the heart of Uptown Dallas."

The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas or Hotel ZaZa might feel differently, although both of those hotels are located a few inches closer to downtown. Other hotels in the area include the Crescent and the Stoneleigh.

Dream Dallas will have three concepts:

A 6,000-square-foot ground-level restaurant
Lofted pool deck
A 14,000-square-foot lounge with views of the downtown Dallas skyline

Black did not identify the restaurant operator but described the players as a "dream team."

"To create an upscale and entertaining venue for North Texas visitors and residents alike, we assembled a dream team with expertise in both the hotel and food and beverage side of the business," he said. "Our goal is to make the new Dream Hotel in Dallas a worthy rival for the best venues in Dubai, Las Vegas and New York."

Hampshire Hotels recently announced its plans to complete the world's tallest hotel in Dubai. The company has a history of "highly activated restaurant and nightlife environments" — sounds cozy! — by partnering with groups like Strategic/Tao Group, Serafina Restaurant Group, Starr Restaurants and Addison Hospitality, as well as alliances with celebrity chefs like Geoffrey Zakarian and Todd English.

Although nightlife is an important part of the Dream formula, getting a good night’s rest is key. To that end, rooms will feature the signature Dream bed in a setting that reflects a combination of New York loft sensibilities with elements that are uniquely Texan.

"We see huge opportunity in Dallas. It's one of the most cosmopolitan and fashion-forward of Texan cities," said Brendan McNamara of Hampshire Hotels. "I’ve always found it odd that there is such a relative vacuum of design-oriented, lifestyle hotel products there.

"Dallas also offers up inspiration for a whole new twist on our design ethic," he said. "We are looking forward to turning some heads and shaking up the scene a bit."

Dream is informed by a design philosophy that is contemporary, daring, surreal and chic. Properties are highlighted by whimsical public spaces that mimic dream sequences and serene accommodations lit to lull the guest to sleep. Cosmopolitan yet comfortable, luxurious without being fussy, Dream hotels are remarkable for their genuine connection to the distinctive character of each locale, from New York’s thriving theater district to the colorful soi of Bangkok.

The brand and parent company Hampshire Hotels Management recently entered into an agreement with Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company, in which Wyndham gained exclusive rights to franchise the Dream brand globally. Dream hotels will leverage Wyndham’s reservations system, loyalty program, and extended reach of sales and marketing professionals designed to further expand the brand.

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Extraordinary modern ranch in Grapevine trots onto market for $7.2 million

Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

The Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine is on the market for $7.2 million.

A stunning, 10-acre North Texas property that's fit for a modern cowboy has just hit the market for $7.2 million: Called the Willow Wood Horse Farm, the equestrian paradise is located on West Kimball Avenue in Grapevine, about 30 miles northwest of downtown Dallas.

The ranch is a combination of elegant and thoughtful modern design paired with all of the practicality required of a fully functioning farm.

According to the listing, which is held by Burgher-Ray Ranch Group and managed by David Burgher and Harlan Ray, the ranch includes several fenced pastures, an enclosed and insulated shop storage building with concrete flooring, and a seven-stall horse barn.

A covered and irrigated riding arena is attached to the barn, every stall has its own turnout, and six of the stalls are 12 feet by 12 feet wide, and the seventh is designated as a foaling stall. An additional turnout for grazing is located adjacent to the barn, as well as a training pen.

Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine, ranch for sale The horse barn has seven stalls with individual turnouts.Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

But the focal point of the entire estate is the 4,353-square-foot, three-story primary residence that sits at the highest point of the gently sloped property. The home was custom-designed and completed in 2022, featuring an exterior made of metal cladding, concrete, durable ipe hardwood, and glass.

From the front door, guests will see views that lead through the home's living areas and into the 3,000-square-foot back deck, past the 80-foot-long saltwater swimming pool, and out toward the pastures.

The chef's kitchen is outfitted with luxurious Gaggenau appliances, such as a steam convection oven, a conventional convection oven, a coffee machine, stove, dishwasher, a separate paneled refrigerator and freezer, and a warming drawer. A half bathroom and full butler's pantry is located to the side of the kitchen, which is equipped with a prep space and a dishwasher.

Additional features of the home include:

Koi ponds located on either side of the main door that welcome guests to the home
An open concept living space that contains the living room, kitchen, and dining rooms
A primary suite with a spacious walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom
Two additional bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
Soft opening/closing doors in all main bedrooms
Dynaudio speakers installed throughout the home
Geo-thermal heating/cooling system

A custom-built metal spiraling staircase connects all three levels of the home. The second floor includes a viewing area with floor-to-ceiling windows and access to the covered porch and rooftop deck. The lower level leads to an "acoustically balanced" underground home theater featuring eight-foot concert walls, Dynaudio speakers, an Ember Audio sound system, a 250-bottle wine cooler, and a powder bathroom. The listing notes that this area could be converted into a storm cellar.

Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine, ranch for sale The underground home theater has an impressive Ember Audio sound system with Dynaudio speakers.Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

A detached three-car garage is located next to the home, and has one EV charging station and two additional outlets for charging. Discreetly designed solar panels are hidden on top of the garage, which are capable of powering the entire residence.

The horse barn, irrigation system, and stock pond all run off of a water well located on the property, while the primary residence uses city water with a filtration system.

"Situated in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, just minutes from Lake Grapevine, Southlake, and an easy commute to DFW International Airport, this property affords someone the ability to have all the comforts of the city, while living just slightly removed from it all," the listing says.

Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

The Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine is on the market for $7.2 million.

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