Striking California Wine Country home with pool and detached casita in fabulous Rice/Museum District location. This architecturally stunning home features a gated private courtyard entry, hardwood and stone flooring and a gas fireplace with stone surround. The gourmet island kitchen features custom cabinetry, limestone/quartz countertops and SubZero, Wolff appliances. The spacious primary retreat features hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling with wood beams and a spa-like bath with exotic stone countertops, soaking tub and large walk-in shower. The gorgeous backyard oasis features a heated/cooling custom pool with limestone deck as well as an outdoor loggia with fireplace. In addition, there is also a separate one-story casita with full bath that could easily serve as guest quarters, an office or gym. Two recent HVAC units and water heater. This home is in a great walkable location within minutes to Rice University, The Medical Center and downtown.