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There's something about that "Open House" sign that acts like a magnet. Whether you're looking for a new place to live, keeping tabs on real estate in your neighborhood, or just angling for a sneak peek at someone else's private domain, the lure of an open door is strong indeed.With the holidays fast approaching, we take this opportunity to tour some of the most fantastic homes on the market before the winter doldrums set in. Click through the listings below to see dozens of additional photos.
Open Houses for Dec. 16-17
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Open house: Sat., Dec. 17 - Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Denver
Price: $1.75 million (foreclosure)
Property details: This majestic, five-bedroom Colorado home oozes rustic elegance through and through. From its exposed wood trusses, classic window accents and turret entryways, to a sophisticated tumbled stone and stucco exterior and gorgeous native landscaping, the home exudes snowy Colorado charm. But it's not just a pretty face: The driveway and back patio have been equipped with snow melt systems, so you can retire the shovel and rest easy on those chilly Denver winter mornings.
See inside this property.
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Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Ladue, Mo.
Price: $1.499 million
Property details: This beautiful, 6,099-square-foot Ladue home features five spacious bedrooms and eight bathrooms -- perfect for a large family. Boasting an exercise room, game room, billiard room and indoor driving range (yes, you read correctly), this stunning slice of classic Americana will offer kids (and kids at heart) hours of entertainment and years of fun-filled family memories.
See inside this property.
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Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Dallas
Price: $719,900
Property details: A wistfully romantic, beautifully-redone, four-bedroom brick home on Lover's Lane that's perfect for lovers. Boasting two spacious balconies, glossy hardwood floors, antique chandeliers and cozy, rustic detailing throughout, this home is an homage to traditional American beauty.
See inside this property.
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Open house: Sun., Dec. 17
Location: San Clemente, Calif.
Price: $799,000
Property details: This isn't your run-of-the-mill California luxury townhouse. Though you get all the usual trimmings -- roof-deck with panoramic ocean view, access to world-class beaches, and a Hollywood-style barbecue area to host your lavish summer outdoor gatherings -- this home has character to boot. We're talking travertine and wood flooring, wood and iron staircase banister, crown moldings, 6-inch baseboards and Caesarstone on the kitchen countertops. The Joneses won't have anything on you.
See inside this property.
See more San Clemente homes for sale.
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Open house: Sat., Dec. 17 - Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Atlanta
Price: $515,000
Property description: You can live on cloud nine, quite literally, in a stunning three-bedroom condo within this 35-story highrise building on the Midtown Mile. The property boasts beautiful high-end finishes including Bosch stainless-steel appliances, deep double undermount sinks and sleek stained European-style cabinets. A huge balcony offers gorgeous city views (and the opportunity to watch the sun set every night, glass of wine in hand).
See inside this property.
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Open House: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Washington
Price: $3.49 million
Property description: A chic Georgetown-style, top-to-bottom renovation in the prestigious area of Kalorama, Wash. A fusion of classic and contemporary design and custom built in 2011 within a grand 1905 Victorian structure, the beautiful home boasts modern solutions and state-of-the-art technological innovations that are perfect for urban living and entertaining. With four cozy fireplaces and a roof-deck offering panoramic views over Washington ... What more could you want?
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Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Miami
Price: $2.6 million
Property description: Live in this large, lofty, light-flooded space, set amid an enchanting garden. This truly magical five-bedroom Miami property boasts a swimming pool and hot tub connected to a fountain-lined, 90-foot lap pool. Lovers of the great outdoors, you will appreciate living among incredible landscaping set on a sun-dappled canvas. Miami luxury, at its finest.
See inside this property.
See more Miami homes for sale.
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Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Honolulu
Price: $3.48 million
Property description: Hawaii's already an oasis, but this unique home will take your tropical fantasy to the next level. On the scenic and prestigious Kahala Avenue, right across the beach, this four-bedroom stunner boasts the finest luxury amenities that you can imagine. A natural stone waterfall, water features with remote control, a beautiful flagstone patio deck, Ipe wooden deck, a media room and exotic tropical landscaping -- you'll feel like you're on permanent vacation.
See inside this property.
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Denver
Open house: Sat., Dec. 17 - Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Denver
Price: $1.75 million (foreclosure)
Property details: This majestic, five-bedroom Colorado home oozes rustic elegance through and through. From its exposed wood trusses, classic window accents and turret entryways, to a sophisticated tumbled stone and stucco exterior and gorgeous native landscaping, the home exudes snowy Colorado charm. But it's not just a pretty face: The driveway and back patio have been equipped with snow melt systems, so you can retire the shovel and rest easy on those chilly Denver winter mornings.
See inside this property.
See more Denver homes for sale
Ladue, Mo.
Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Ladue, Mo.
Price: $1.499 million
Property details: This beautiful, 6,099-square-foot Ladue home features five spacious bedrooms and eight bathrooms -- perfect for a large family. Boasting an exercise room, game room, billiard room and indoor driving range (yes, you read correctly), this stunning slice of classic Americana will offer kids (and kids at heart) hours of entertainment and years of fun-filled family memories.
See inside this property.
See more St. Louis-area homes for sale.
Dallas
Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Dallas
Price: $719,900
Property details: A wistfully romantic, beautifully-redone, four-bedroom brick home on Lover's Lane that's perfect for lovers. Boasting two spacious balconies, glossy hardwood floors, antique chandeliers and cozy, rustic detailing throughout, this home is an homage to traditional American beauty.
See inside this property.
See more Dallas homes for sale.
San Clemente, Calif.
Open house: Sun., Dec. 17
Location: San Clemente, Calif.
Price: $799,000
Property details: This isn't your run-of-the-mill California luxury townhouse. Though you get all the usual trimmings -- roof-deck with panoramic ocean view, access to world-class beaches, and a Hollywood-style barbecue area to host your lavish summer outdoor gatherings -- this home has character to boot. We're talking travertine and wood flooring, wood and iron staircase banister, crown moldings, 6-inch baseboards and Caesarstone on the kitchen countertops. The Joneses won't have anything on you.
See inside this property.
See more San Clemente homes for sale.
Atlanta
Open house: Sat., Dec. 17 - Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Atlanta
Price: $515,000
Property description: You can live on cloud nine, quite literally, in a stunning three-bedroom condo within this 35-story highrise building on the Midtown Mile. The property boasts beautiful high-end finishes including Bosch stainless-steel appliances, deep double undermount sinks and sleek stained European-style cabinets. A huge balcony offers gorgeous city views (and the opportunity to watch the sun set every night, glass of wine in hand).
See inside this property.
See more Atlanta homes for sale.
Washington
Open House: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Washington
Price: $3.49 million
Property description: A chic Georgetown-style, top-to-bottom renovation in the prestigious area of Kalorama, Wash. A fusion of classic and contemporary design and custom built in 2011 within a grand 1905 Victorian structure, the beautiful home boasts modern solutions and state-of-the-art technological innovations that are perfect for urban living and entertaining. With four cozy fireplaces and a roof-deck offering panoramic views over Washington ... What more could you want?
See inside this property.
See more Washington homes for sale.
Miami
Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Miami
Price: $2.6 million
Property description: Live in this large, lofty, light-flooded space, set amid an enchanting garden. This truly magical five-bedroom Miami property boasts a swimming pool and hot tub connected to a fountain-lined, 90-foot lap pool. Lovers of the great outdoors, you will appreciate living among incredible landscaping set on a sun-dappled canvas. Miami luxury, at its finest.
See inside this property.
See more Miami homes for sale.
Honolulu
Open house: Sun., Dec. 18
Location: Honolulu
Price: $3.48 million
Property description: Hawaii's already an oasis, but this unique home will take your tropical fantasy to the next level. On the scenic and prestigious Kahala Avenue, right across the beach, this four-bedroom stunner boasts the finest luxury amenities that you can imagine. A natural stone waterfall, water features with remote control, a beautiful flagstone patio deck, Ipe wooden deck, a media room and exotic tropical landscaping -- you'll feel like you're on permanent vacation.
See inside this property.
See more Honolulu homes for sale.
More great AOL Real Estate galleries:
Buy a Decent Home for Less Than $10,000
Midcentury Modern Homes: The Cool That's Still Hot
Million-Dollar Foreclosures
%Gallery-138078%
More on AOL Real Estate:
Find out how to calculate mortgage payments.
Find homes for sale in your area.
Find foreclosures in your area.
Finds homes for rent in your area