Open Houses of the Week: Feb. 24-26 | AOL Real Estate

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 Houses for Feb. 24-26

Old Greenwich, Conn.

Open house: Sun., Feb. 26
Location: Old Greenwich, Conn.
Price: $3.475 million
Property description: This light-filled, five-bedroom Colonial home in Old Greenwich is for the water babies. Situated right on Greenwich Cove, with almost 200 feet of direct waterfront, the home offers terrific opportunities for boating (you even get your own dock) and water sports. The picturesque, 3,348-square-foot home is also a stone's throw away from the beaches, trails and the prestigious boat clubs of Tods Point. Plus, massive windows frame your idyllic waterfront surroundings and capture those majestic East Coast sunsets so beautifully, you'll feel like you were on vacation every day. A true beauty.

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Harding Township, N.J.

Open house: Sun., Feb. 26
Location: Harding Township, N.J.
Price: $2.65 million
Property details: This bank-owned property in Harding Township, featuring stunning, Swedish-style exteriors, is nothing short of spectacular. The estate sits upon 4.02 acres and boasts exquisite wood detailing throughout. Brass chandeliers and antique fireplaces accentuate the main living spaces; all the bedrooms are airy and sun-drenched. Note: The home will be sold strictly "as is," and the buyer is responsible for all inspections; but for a home of this caliber, it might be worth the risk.

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Los Angeles

Open house: Sun., Feb. 26
Location: Los Angeles
Price: $4.395 million
Property details: This edgy beauty brings Los Angeles contemporary to a new level. In fact, its minimalist modern aesthetic reminds us a little of the Guggenheim in New York City, with its soaring white ceilings, precise interior curves, reflective white-oak floors and crisp, sun-drenched living areas. Inside the sprawling, 5,187-square-foot home, you'll also find four bedrooms, a mixologist's bar, a huge media center overlooking the glittering Sunset Strip and downtown skyline, and a rooftop living room.... Yes, you read right, rooftop living room. This is California luxury, cubed (forgive the pun).

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Pinecrest, Fla.

Open House: Sun., Feb. 26
Location: Pinecrest, Fla.
Price: $3.099 million
Property description: This unabashedly luxurious yet incredibly quirky home (see the above taxidermy accents) is somethin' else. With a massive swimming pool framed by swaying palms, sprawling verandas, opulent fountains, and polished marble and wood floors spanning 9,541 sumptuous square feet -- now this, kids, is what you call a mansion. Despite its indulgent trimmings and the deer heads, the luxe manse makes a great family home. With six bedrooms,7? bathrooms, and huge family and media rooms (great for movie nights), it's perfect for keeping the rugrats occupied while you cook up a storm in your state-of-the-art kitchen, or entertain your guests by the pool.

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Castle Rock, Colo.

Open house: Sun., Feb. 26
Location: Castle Rock, Colo.
Price: $1.790 million
Property description: This newly built custom home in the idyllic Castle Pines Village mixes warm Colorado charm with California luxury. With soaring vaulted ceilings braced by timber beams, native pine paneling, natural stone and hardwood floors, and wood-burning stone fireplaces throughout, this four-bedroom home is ideal for those who want opulence with an earthy and unique twist. We love the private flagstone courtyard and the expansive front viewing deck, offering stunning views over Castle Pines.

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Arlington, Va.

Open house: Sat.-Sun., Feb. 25-26
Location: Arlington, Va.
Price: $1.55 million
Property description: We love this beautiful new Craftsman-style home in Lyon Park, Arlington. Perfect for families, the home boasts a generous front porch overlooking a sprawling front lawn, and a beautiful, leafy backyard (great for picnics and outdoor entertaining!). The 4,200-square-foot, five bedroom, four bathroom home also features luxury finishes, including stone accents, HardiPlank siding, hardwood floors and granite countertops.

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Charlotte, N.C.

Open house: Sun., Feb. 26
Location: Charlotte, N.C.
Price: $599,000
Property description: Located in one of South Charlotte's best school districts, this wonderfully traditional, Bill Elliott-designed custom built brick two-story home (on nearly a half-acre lot) has all the bells and whistles one could want! On the main level, you'll find a spacious foyer and formal living room overlooking the vaulted-ceiling, screened porch, formal dining room with butler's pantry and an open sun-filled area including kitchen, den and informal dining room. We love its sun-filled living spaces and gorgeous nature views all around.

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Dallas

Open house: Sun., Feb. 26
Location: Dallas
Price: $185,000
Property description: This gorgeous redbrick home, tucked in a quiet cul-de-sac, is the picture of traditional Americana. With a flagstone front porch, stone steps, and a beautifully landscaped front yard, it's your modern day version of a white picket fence. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a stunning sunken living area with huge windows overlooking a spacious, leafy backyard. The home also boasts soaring, vaulted ceilings, furnaces and French doors throughout. A true Texas beauty.

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Source: http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/02/24/open-houses-of-the-week-feb-24-26/

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