Earlier this week, CBS announced the debut of The Gates, a daytime soap opera centered around a wealthy Black family in an upscale gated community.
And while we haven’t gotten a peek at the no-doubt fabulous homes that will be featured on the upcoming show, this gated Alabama McMansion would fit right in. For those of us waiting to get a glimpse of the bougie life, the show doesn’t air until January; here’s a massive McMansion to tide you over!
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Can We Talk About That Gate?

Obviously, a home this fancy is going to need a serious gate and hedge situation. And it does not disappoint.
Fountain Anyone?

A fountain in the front yard is also a must have item, duh! How will we wish for more mansions without a place to toss our coins for good luck.
Check-Out This Pool!

Clearly, any pool worth having is going to be surrounded by a sculpture garden.
Keep Away The Neighbors

Naturally, it’s very important that you can’t see your neighbors. How gauche would that be.
Make an Entrance

It should go without saying that if you’re going to live in mansion you’re going to need a massive marble staircase that allows for grand entrances.
Grand Chandelier

While your esteemed guests and royal dignitaries such as Megan Markle and Prince Harry wait for your grand entrance, they’re going to need something to stare at. And this chandelier should do the trick.
Solid Library

Here’s a library, for when you need to do some work to maintain your palace.
Dining Room!

You’re going to need a space to entertain guests, and what better space than one with a giant looming chandelier to assert your dominance over your less fabulous friends.
Living Room Balcony

If the chandelier doesn’t do the trick, looming over your friends from your Romeo & Juliette style indoor balcony should do it. Bonus points if you simultaneously force them to play the piano.
Another Grand Staircase

In the highly unlikely case that your new friends Meghan Markle and Prince Harry weren’t impressed by your first grand entrance — here’s your chance to really wow them with another fabulous staircase descent.
Check-out This Kitchen

Can we talk about the amount of burners!!
Guest Room with a Chandelier

Clearly, the fancy guests you’re entertaining can’t sleep in a room without a chandelier.
Marble Bedroom Fireplace

This should go without saying, but don’t invite us to your home unless every room is equipped with a marble fireplace.
Marble Bathtub

Move over Donald Trump’s gold bathroom, this marble tub is the real show stopper.
Another Bedroom Chandelier

We would be remiss if we didn’t show you yet another room with a fancy chandelier. Because clearly, you can’t have enough chandeliers.
Enjoy The Pool Like a Roman Emperor

Obviously, we had to close out with this extravagent lounge area! Now, we just need to figure out how to snag an invite to the next pool party.
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