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Holiday House Tour Tickets on Sale

Enjoy the charm and beauty of Geneva at Christmas at the annual Christmas House Tour sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.

Five homes, each with their own distinctive character, will open for self-guided tours on Dec. 2 and 3. Each home will shine in holiday adornments presented by local decorators and designers. 

The Home of the Algrim Family 

Built in the early 1950s, this lovely Cape Cod with neat clean lines, decorative exterior shutters and simple dormers is home to the second owners, the Algrim family.  

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Festively decorated by 610 HOME (630-262-3770) and Plandscape, Inc. (630.365.2558) 

The Cook Family Home 

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Nestled beneath towering trees, this plaqued 1895 house exudes comfort and beauty. A home where modern conveniences seamlessly blend with details of an earlier time. 

Festively decorated by Scentimental Gardens (630-232-1303) 

The Jaffer Family Home 

Hospitality and cheerfulness are the first impressions you feel upon entering this 2001 house with a color palette of warm tones. 

Festively decorated by Celebration Design of (630-208-6424) and Plandscape, Inc. (630-365-2558)

The O’Brien Family Home 

Built in 2006, this 8,000-square-foot home, overflows with craftsmanship, including detailed trims and mouldings throughout the house, high ceilings, magnificent windows and elegant wood floors.  

Festively decorated by (630-232-4200) 

The Yehling Family Home 

Spectacular light and views grace this beautiful European inspired 3,500-square-foot home built in 2008. The high ceilings, magnificent windows and elegant wood floors create a classic living space.  

Festively decorated by (630-232-7799) and Heinz Brothers Greenhouse Garden Center (630-377-6288) 

Tickets include a holiday tea and are available for $30. Proceeds are used to decorate Geneva for the holiday season. Purchase at the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, 8 South Third St., or at any of the Geneva locations listed below.  Call 630-232-6060 to order over the phone.   

  • 610 Home 610 First St. 
  • Anastazia – Treasures for the Home 447 S. Third St. 
  • City of Geneva 22 S. First St.
  • Cocoon 212 S. Third St. 
  • Country Naturals 316 Campbell St. 
  • D. Grunwald Fine Jewelers, 12 S. Third St.
  • Inland Bank 1900 W. State St. 
  • Geneva History Center 113 S. Third St.
  • Gibby’s Wine Den 1772 S. Randall Rd. 
  • Learning Express Toys 610 Commons Dr.
  • The Little Traveler 404 S. Third St. 
  • Moveable Feast 321 Franklin St. 
  • Park Place Interiors 407 S. Third St., No. 114
  • The PURE Gardener 502 W. State St. 
  • Shoppes at 127 127 S. Third St. 
  • Scentimental Gardens 428 W. State St. 
  • Town & Country Gardens  216 W. State St. 

Please note:  the above locations accept cash and check.

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