I know it’s a tad bit early, but I’ve been doing some window shopping and I think I found what I want for Christmas.
What’s the only thing better than a restored 1906 Craftsman? A restored 1906 Craftsman located on an island in San Francisco Bay, of course.
Okay, so we’re not even in the market for a new house – let alone one going for prices like this. But I like to keep my eye on what’s out there in Northern California. I call it research – very important research. Here are some of my very important findings.
The porch alone was enough to sell me on this one. The red door is just the icing on the cake.
If Craftsmans are my favorite, Dutch-Colonials are a close second.
Of course, nothing beats a big ol’ Victorian in gold country. I grew up around here, and home is where the heart is.
Something tells me I’m going to have to settle for a new coffee maker this year. And maybe some warm socks. But it doesn’t hurt to dream, right?
Photos via listings on Realtor.com. Click on pics for more details.
I Heart Old Houses 