They say everything is bigger in Texas, and that phrase certainly rings true for a regal, 14,000-square-foot stone castle in Southlake. It’s this week’s most popular listing on Realtor.com®.

With its two-story primary closet, enormous built-in bar, swim-through grotto, and medieval-themed home theater, this megamansion is fit for royalty.

Other real estate offerings that made the popularity list include a custom-built log home in South Carolina, a “brutalist modern” build in Illinois, and an Oklahoma gem Frank Lloyd Wright designed for his cousin.

For a full look at this week’s 10 most popular homes, keep on scrolling.

10. 5410 Calumet Ave, La Jolla, CA

Price: $19,500,000
Why it’s here: This spectacular oceanfront home has retractable doors for a front-row view of incredible Pacific Coast sunsets. It comes with 100 feet of beach frontage.

The five-bedroom estate was rebuilt in 2002 and designed for grand-scale entertaining. In addition to the retractable doors, the living room features a double-height ceiling. There are two islands in the kitchen, and the primary suite comes with a fireplace and a wall of windows.

The terraced backyard offers a spa, fire pit, grill area, and pool. The garage is equipped with a defogging system. There is a pending offer on the property.

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9. 114 Look off Dr, Cleveland, SC

Price: $789,900
Why it’s here: Dubbed Look Off Lodge, this custom-built log cabin features floor-to-ceiling windows where you can “look off into the distance.”

The four-bedroom abode offers more than 4,000 square feet of living space and spectacular mountain views from nearly every room. The primary suite comes with a private porch, and an upstairs loft area overlooks the great room.

The mountain home is located in the Bald Rock community and is less than 10 minutes from Caesar’s Head State Park. An offer is pending on the property.

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8. 1239 Philip St, New Orleans, LA

Price: $3,100,000
Why it’s here: Built in 1891, this 6,596-square-foot, Queen Anne–style home was restored in 2017.

The charming, five-bedroom antique features period details, which include restored hardwood floors, 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, and fireplaces. The updated chef’s kitchen now boasts an enormous island, custom cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances.

Other luxury amenities include an elevator, saltwater pool, and cabana.

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7. 4531 Tall Oaks Ln, Rolling Meadows, IL

Price: $584,900
Why it’s here: This custom-built “brutalist modern” home has returned to the market once again, receiving much fanfare.

The unique design boasts a spiral staircase in a cylindrical, three-story tower. The three-bedroom home was built in 1976 and features a see-through gas fireplace in the living room and a circular lofted atrium.

Designed for entertaining, the residence is equipped with a two-story, indoor pool with a waterslide and a wet bar with a built-in blender. The primary suite has—you guessed it—a circular bed and a private balcony.

The property also features multilevel decks and a gazebo. It’s now pending sale.

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6. 331 College Ave, Quincy, IL

Price: $99,900
Why it’s here: This 3,434-square-foot brick abode is affordably priced and boasts lots of original details from its 1867 construction.

The four-bedroom home features a grand staircase, hardwood floors, high ceilings, arched doorways, and decorative fireplaces. A bright and airy kitchen comes with an original Comstock-Castle stove, and there’s an 11-person sauna.

The property includes a 2,183-square-foot carriage house, which could be used for rental income. A sale is now pending.

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5. 832 Main Rd, Islesboro, ME

Price: $300,000
Why it’s here: This island dwelling was once the summer retreat for a local pastor.

The five-bedroom home was built in 2004 on Islesboro in Penobscot Bay not too far from Belfast. The cozy, 3,000-square-foot home boasts a living area with a wood-burning stove and built-in shelves. A cute kitchen opens out to the backyard, and a loft area could be converted into a home office.

The 2-acre property includes a studio building with an office or guest apartment, a garden shed, a tiny house, and a chicken coop. A sale is now pending.

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4. 422 Tavern St, New Harmony, IN

Price: $394,000
Why it’s here: The New Harmony Manor has operated as a successful short-term rental. The two-story, brick abode is located in a historic district and offers 1,690 square feet of living space. There are two bedrooms, three bathrooms, and multilevel sun porches.

The interior features an airy great room with built-in shelving and an original brick fireplace. The kitchen has been renovated, and the brick patio has plenty of space for al fresco dining and entertaining among landscaped, shaded gardens.

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3. 3704 S Birmingham Ave, Tulsa, OK

Price: $7,995,000
Why it’s here: This remarkable home is just one of three dwellings Frank Lloyd Wright designed in Oklahoma. Built in 1929, the five-bedroom estate known as Westhope is one of the largest residences Wright ever built, measuring 10,405 square feet.

The construction involved alternating piers of square glass windows and cement textile blocks to create a stylish vertical pattern. It was designed to bring in natural light and to create a seamless transition between the interior and exterior spaces.

The 1.5-acre property features a landscaped yard with a pool.

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2. 2975 Roper Mountain Rd, Simpsonville, SC

Price: $22,000,000
Why it’s here: Circle Creek Farm features a custom-built mansion and world-class equestrian facilities, including three riding arenas and a 12-stall barn inspired by old-world Europe. The property includes 54 acres and comes with spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Built in 2013, the 16,000-square-foot estate was designed to resemble an English manor. Luxury amenities include 25-foot ceilings, a home theater, outdoor kitchen, and lower-level pub with a wine cellar.

The listing states the property sourced materials from all over the world, “including a street lamp from Central Park, stone planters from the Great Wall of China, and reclaimed cobblestones from a street in Pittsburgh.”

Circle Creek Farm is the highest-priced residential listing in South Carolina.

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1. 1161 La Mirada, Southlake, TX

Price: $7,850,000
Why it’s here: This Texas-sized, stone castle features nearly 14,000 square feet of luxury.

Built in 2009, the seven-bedroom palace “has been beautifully modernized with finishes by Luna Bella and Nick Alaine designers,” according to the listing.

The interiors feature a two-story entry with marble flooring and a curved staircase. A spacious dining room has an ornate fireplace and a nearby walk-in wine cellar. High ceilings, exposed wood beams, custom millwork, and lots of windows can be found throughout the home. The luxurious primary suite showcases a two-story closet, a coffee bar, as well as indoor and outdoor sitting areas.

Other perks include an entertainment room, a home theater with multilevel seating, and a swim-through grotto. The 1.5-acre property also comes with a tennis court, a five-car garage, and a two-bedroom guesthouse.

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