There's nothing quite like the lure of an open house sign. Granted, you might not be in the neighborhood (or tax bracket) for many of these outstanding properties, but there's still plenty to admire -- even from the comfort of your swivel chair.
From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation. So wipe your feet at the door and scroll right on through.
Open house: Sun., April 29
Price: $2.995 million
Property details: This harmonious, six-bedroom home in McLean is remarkably stylish. Built upon 4.7 acres, the home beautifully compliments its surrounding environment through "transparency of spaces" and an abundance of gorgeous greenery in and outside the home. Gorgeous gardens with specimen plantings, water features, fire pits and exquisite wood details throughout make this home a cut above the rest. There's a guesthouse, too, for visiting family and friends!
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Open house: Sun., April 29
Price: $10.9 million
Property details: This award-winning, four-bedroom L.A. home is nothing short of star-worthy. Sprawled across 7,000 square feet, this sleek modern boasts expansive ocean and city views and (naturally) luxury amenities to boot. We're talking a two-story theater, wine cellar, bar, wardrobe conveyor and massive pool. Plus, you get grand ceilings, "gallery walls," and design that's inspired by "classic Euro styling," according to the listing. Whew! A home fit for an A-lister.
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Open house: Sat., April 28
Price: $3.795 million
Property details: This prestigious High Ridge truly has it all. To begin with, its 10-foot coffered ceilings, imported tiles and trim, and elevator access to all three floors mixes modern luxury with classic touches. The stately manse, located on a 2.05-acre lot, also overlooks a gorgeous in-ground pool and waterfall and private pond with dock. Inside, you are treated with a majestic two-story entry foyer and a massive library. Throw in Jacuzzis, a pub room and an in-home gym, and you could want for nothing else! A dream home.
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Open house: Sun., April 29
Price: $279,900
Property details: A ranch-style home that blends beautifully with its natural surroundings. From its two-tone paint, white-wood blinds, laminate floors and backyard filled with fruit trees, this 2,713-square-foot home is the epitome of earthy chic. The property is close to walking, hiking and biking trails, and boasts an oversized backyard and enormous pool. Close to shopping centers and elementary schools, the four-bedroom home is perfect for families.
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Open house: Sun., April 29
Price: $650,000
Property details: This stunning 3,600-square-foot Seattle home boasts a charming Southern wrap-around porch and is flanked by leafy mature trees on all sides. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwoods, soaring ceilings, window seats with rich fir trim, stained glass and ornate light fixtures. The home's impressive "period kitchen" boasts a unique vintage stove and pretty tiled floors. A beautiful five-bedroom home that tips its hat to the traditional with its elegant antiquarian touches.
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Open House: Sun., April 29
Price: $769,000
Property details: An eco-friendly home that's glamorous and green, this two-bedroom Pemberton Heights contemporary is the epitome of environmentally conscious modern luxury. With a design that's pure "architectural magic" (could you expect anything less from architect Hugh Jefferson Randolph and LEED-certified builders Durrett Interests?) this Pemberton Heights beauty is easy on the eyes and earth. Breathtaking floor-to-ceiling glass windows showcase the home's lush yard while flooding the museum-like interior with ample sunlight. One of a kind.
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