This area is a well kept secret. Nestled in the trees of Northwest Houston, homeowners are under strict restrictions to keep up their property. The result is a delightfully well landscaped and beautifully maintained area. For many years Prestonwood Forest has been known for the creative lights at Christmas time. The season is celebrated by many of the homeowners with a sharing of themes. Streets are ablaze with lights and cut outs of beloved characters such as Snoopy and the Disney cartoons. Other streets have done more traditional things such as candy canes and religious icons. Residents compete for a few prizes from the homeowners association.
What most people do not know is that the lawns are also well done all year long. A drive around the neighborhood will net the viewer a lot of pleasure in seeing the creative use of different plants in the landscapes.
Animal lovers can find thrills in their backyards. The area is in a migration path so many birds, such as ducks, doves, several species of woodpeckers, chickadees, mockingbirds, starlings and cardinals are frequent flyers through the neighborhood. We have also enjoyed the antics of raccoons, possums, skunks and squirrels. The most exciting visitor was a Palliated Red headed woodpecker who stopped by very briefly last week.
The towering trees, and larger lot sizes give a feeling of country serenity, yet the neighborhood is easily accessible from Willowbrook Mall and 1960 at 249.
Homes were generally built in the mid 1970s and have spacious rooms and many built ins. Lots of homes have updates such as tile or wood flooring and updated kitchens. Many still have the original charm enjoyed by the owners for many years. There is always a chance to find something that you can put your unique touches on.
If you are interested in finding a home in the low to mid 100s, this could be the place you want to call home.