**SOLD** Elegant Lake Forest New Construction Showhome

This new construction home is truly one-of-a-kind! Walking in through the front door you are welcomed with a beautiful large foyer that connects to the formal dining room with tray ceilings, along with the formal living room that has a gorgeous fireplace! The kitchen is built for the best of chefs, and has high-end finishes throughout including a built in dish washer, refrigerator and the highest complimenting appliances, and is open to the grand family room. On the main floor you will also find the cherry paneled officewith gorgeous built-ins. The second floor is home to the lovely master suite with jaw-dropping closets and dressing rooms, along with its own sitting area. The master bathroom has a double vanity, large soaking tub, and a walk-in shower with custom tile-work. There are also three bedroom suites located on the second floor. The finished basement includes a media room, great room, au pair suite, and a wine cellar. The exterior of this home is made of stone with limestone sills, a carved limestone front door, and it highlighted by copper gutters.This is a quality built home from the inside out and is situated on a beautiful wooded lot. Truly an A++ home!

Stately Lake Forest Georgian Home

This exceptional property is situated on over an acre of lush, landscaped property on a private cul-de-sac. With extraordinary details throughout the property, you are surely to be impressed by this magnificent home. The gracious marble foyer welcomes you in with a curved staircase. There are five spacious bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and two powder rooms. The walls throughout have been freshly painted, and this home. This is a great place to live, entertain, and enjoy beautiful Lake Forest.

** Sold ** Remarkable Lake Forest Palladian Villa

Upon entering the driveway of this remarkable estate designed by Walter Frazier, you are greeted by mature trees, and the beautiful lake! Walking in the front door you will be amazed by the views! The grand formal dining room has floor to ceiling windows with a gorgeous view! The spacious kitchen has a wonderful area for entertaining guests in front of the fireplace, and a great four seasons room where you can enjoy your coffee with a view. The large great room has a delightful fireplace, and a hidden projector screen, and is open to the beautiful solarium! Also, on the first floor are a his and hers separate office spaces, along with a first-floor master suite with a one-of-a-kind bathroom, and large dressing rooms. This magnificent home has six additional bedrooms, 7+ bathrooms, 5 fireplaces, a pool and a pool house, and a private beach with a boat house! This is truly a one-of-a-kind property set on a beautiful piece of land!

Spacious Northfield Showhome

Have it All. Renovations and stunning quality in a custom Country Estate. Serene 2.3 acres on a private road with indoor pool pavilion, majestic grounds, new bocce and pickle ball courts. Welcoming entry leads to spacious living room, stunning vaulted ceilings. open floor plan, hardwood floors and fireplaces. Recent renovations by Benvenuti and Stein, vaulted master suite with sitting area, fireplace, walk in closet and glamorous master bath. Four garage spaces, workshop area and hobby room.

Beautifully Renovated Wilmette Showhome

This stunning renovation features three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and has been updated with all of the finest touches. New hardwood floors, paint, brand new kitchen and bathrooms, and a beautiful living room fireplace. The new windows and open concept brighten the space, and is a great opportunity that should not be missed!

Prestigious Highland Park Showhome

The wonderful circle drive leads you to this prestigious stone home. The foyer is open to the gorgeous dining room, airy formal living room, and the solid wood office with beautiful wood floors. The family room has amazing wood beams along the ceiling, a wonderful fireplace, and is open to the large eat-in kitchen that has floor to ceiling windows allowing plenty of natural light! The second floor is home to four of five bedrooms suites. The master suite is fit for a king and a queen, with a fireplace, and a large walk-in closet. The master bathroom is very spa-like with a large soaker tub, walk-in shower, and his and her vanities. The lower level is fully finished and is a wonderful place to hang out and entertain. You will not want to miss out on this AMAZING opportunity!

SOLD IN 1 DAY! - Sheridan Road Lake Forest Showhome

Move right into this BRAND NEW HOME in desirable East Lake Forest!! This amazing 5100 sq ft home by Crossroads/Bluesky sits on a gorgeous, professionally landscaped 1.36 acre wooded lot. Defined by high quality, clean lines and interesting architectural details, you will fall in love! Five spacious bedrooms, 5.1 gorgeous high end custom baths! First floor boasts gracious Living and Dining rooms, 2 story foyer, fabulous Family room, Office w built-ins & spectacular view. Private 5th BR w full bath! Kitchen with sun drenched Breakfast room, walk-in pantry, mudroom with built-ins. Second floor includes Master Suite with fireplace, beautiful bath and four additional bedrooms, all ensuite and second floor Laundry room. 1100 sf of additional living in the Lower level - Rec room with fireplace, Wet Bar, 6th Bedroom/Exercise room with full bath. High end finishes and appointments throughout! Side entry 3 car garage and 3 beautiful patios. Really nothing left to do but move into this amazing home with classic Lake Forest style!

Freshly Updated Libertyville Showhome

Welcome home to a beautifully updated Libertyville property! This great property has received a fresh coat of paint, new hardwood flooring, new carpeting, and new updated bathrooms! Walking through the front door you are greeted with a two story foyer, and a spacious dining room, a light-filled living room, a main floor office space, and a family room with a wood burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen has granite counter tops, and an eating area along with new sliding doors that exit to the beautiful brick patio. The second level is home to a large master suite with a walk-in closet, and a fresh spa-like bathroom that includes a soaking tub, his and hers sinks, and a standing shower. There are three additional spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom on the second level. It doesn't end here, the basement is partially finished, with just enough storage space! This wonderful property is within walking distance to the elementary school, and close to down-town Libertyville! You will not want to miss out on this opportunity!

Remodeled Lake Forest Colonial

This home has been remodeled with so many fine details you will surely notice and appreciate. Brick paver walk and front porch define the front entrance. New moldings throughout include crown, baseboards and trim; hardwood floors 1st and 2nd floors. Classic raised panel wainscoting enhances the second floor hall. New state of the art lighting, recessed in the living room and family room, chandeliers in the formal dining room, kitchen eating area and foyer, ceiling fans in all bedrooms. Kitchen offers rich cherry wood cabinetry, granite counters, new wide plank ceramic flooring and brand new stainless appliances. If you prefer a white kitchen these solid wood cabinets can be painted, see an example in the photo library. Family room has a new look with smooth flat finished walls, recessed lighting and fireplace mantle. All interior doors, trim and hardware and all windows throughout have been replaced. Very spacious Master bedroom offers a professionally designed closet system and remodeled master bath with heated floors and Perrin & Rowe shower faucets. Notice the bedroom room sizes, all so generous! Convenient 1st floor laundry/mud room. Basement offers a finished room with many closets and plenty of additional storage. Added insulation offers higher energy efficiency. Second electrical panel can handle any future expansion or electrical requirements. The shed, built on a concrete foundation with electricity is more than just for storage, can serve as a potters shed, artists or woodworkers hobby room, so many possibilities. Other improvements include new garage door, track and opener, gutters with guards and downspouts routed to an underground drainage system. Landscape lighting and completely fenced yard with an extra wide access. Low traffic cul-de-sac location, easy access to Rt.41

Spacious Highland Park English Country Showhome

This inviting property was designed by the award winning Becker Architects. The property is situated on a secluded half acre lot with beautiful landscaping and a gorgeous view of the ravine. The home has an open concept feel. The main floor includes a formal living room, formal dining room, a family room open to the spacious kitchen and wonderful screened in porch. The second floor is home to three spacious bedrooms, master suite, an office, and a laundry room. The finished basement has a large recreation room, along with a bedroom and full bathroom. The outdoors has a wonderful stone patio for entertaining, a fenced yard, and a wonderful three car garage. This home is only steps from downtown, schools, the train, and the lake. What a truly magnificent home!

Traditional Academy Woods Home

Designed for style, comfort & convenience. Enjoy a tranquil setting & easy living in this premier North Shore Maintenance Free community, Academy Woods, located on the grounds of the former J. Ogden Armour estate. Services include landscaping, snow removal, exterior painting & more. Architectural features include tray & volume ceilings; walls of windows. Kitchen complete with wood cabinetry, planning desk, granite, stainless appliances, generous table space. Formal dining room currently a comfortable office. 1st floor Master bedroom suite with bath. Finished basement has space for your workouts, pool table or recreation area. Not Just A Home, A Lifestyle!

Sophisticated Townhouse, Gated Community

Sophistication, style & class...this completely renovated townhouse will be YOUR destination! Gorgeous dark hardwood floors, gorgeous stone counters and tile, brushed nickel hardware, white Shaker cabinets, wood & iron prairie-style staircase...it's all here. Two-car garage with private entry. Lake Barrington Shores offers lake access, walking paths, tennis courts, platform tennis, new rec center, indoor and outdoor pools, exercise facilities, activities for all and membership opportunities for golf. Buyer pays application fee and three months' surcharge.

Grand Libertyville Showhome

A "HOME" most can only dream of. One of the finest custom homes with high-end finishes and exquisite mill-work throughout. The private backyard abuts a lush, thick treeline. Entering the regal two story foyer will impress. High-end finished include: 10 ft. Ceilings, Coffered ceilings, Cascading curved wrought iron spindle staircase, wainscoting, tall doors, transom topped windows, rich wood floors, cherry glazed cabinets, commercial grade appliances, impressive cherry library. Five Bedrooms all en-suite, plus one located on the main floor. Double door luxurious master suite offers a "to die for" master bath with the walk in closet of your dreams. The lower level is a show stopper! The open and spacious great room has a custom full service bar accented by copper ceiling. The wine cellar is unlike any other. This Home offers endless upgrades, and has been maintained to perfection. You Deserve the Best...Close to town, yet private and located in a desirable community. This is a must see.

Elegant Lake Forest Georgian Showhome

Elegant and comfortable living in this stately brick Georgian set on a private wooded 4 acre site. A wonderful open floor plan for today’s living while maintaining the character and integrity of the original home. Graced with grand light filled rooms w/hardwood floors, crown moldings, fireplaces and exquisite vintage details. Cooks kitchen w/stainless steel appliances and breakfast room. Family room w/French doors to patio and handsome pine paneled Library just off the marble foyer entrance. Formal living room and spacious dining room both with access to charming sun room. Second floor master retreat w/fireplace includes a lovely sitting room and luxurious master bath. Four additional 2nd floor bedrooms, along w/bonus room and exercise room. There is also the added convenience of a 6th bedroom located on the 1st floor. Heated garage is able to accomodate 6 cars. Wonderful entertaining and private areas. Entertain w/ease and enjoy garden views from this private estate.

Delightful Highland Park Mid-Century Showhome

This architecturally unique, mid-century modern home is located in a prime East Highland Park location. This bright, comfortable home has many great features and has large rooms throughout, including a family room with vaulted ceilings. The main level has beautiful hardwood floors. The master bedroom suite has a large marble master bath, that is truly spa-like. There are three additional bedrooms located on the second floor. The lower level has a recreation room that is open to the expansive patios. This unbeatable home is close to everything that Highland Park has to offer, downtown, train, schools, parks, the Green Bay Train, Ravinia and more! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity.

** SOLD ** Spectacular Highland Park Ranch

This unique contemporary ranch is located on a sought after street in beautiful Highland Park. The homes interior has been updated throughout with fresh paint, new hardwood floors, new sliding glass doors, light fixtures along with updated bathrooms! The wonderful kitchen has new stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and overlooks the family room and backyard! The spacious family room has a two-sided fireplace that goes into the formal living room! The master bedroom suite has a lovely his and hers bathroom and a large walk-in closet. There are two additional spacious bedrooms, and a laundry room with new washer and dryer set! The yard has also been updated with new landscaping, a fence, and motion detectors. If this wasn't enough, there is a separate 1 car garage also has a 400 square foot living space with a full kitchen and bathroom! Wow, this is an A+ home!

Wonderfully Renovated Evanston Showhome

Wonderfully renovated two story home in beautiful Evanston area! With four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and one power room, this home has a lot to offer. The brand new kitchen has beautiful granite counters, new stainless steel appliances, and is bright and airy. The glass patio doors lead you to a new over-sized deck porch perfect for hanging out. The spacious master bedroom has a wonderful wall fireplace and large walk-in closets. The basement is finished and has a separate laundry room area. This is truly a 10+ home!

** Sold ** Wonderful East Lake Bluff Showhome

Tucked back at the end of a quiet street in East Lake Bluff, this light-filled vintage home was designed by iconic architects Probst & Probst to take full advantage of the incredible ravine landscape that changes with the seasons. This .54 acre private and tranquil setting is rarely found close to the lake, parks, schools, town, and train. The home creates an unmatched synergy with nature through tall windows and screened porches on both levels. The recent improvements bring out the vintage character with newly refinished striking dark quarter sawn oak hardwood floors and freshly painted walls that highlight the built-in bookcases, fine millwork, tall ceilings, and 4 fireplaces. The highly regarded architect, Stanley Anderson, designed the south wing bedroom suite addition. The flexible floor plan has two en-suite bedrooms on boith the first and second floors, plus an office located on the first floor.

Spanish Mediterranean Style Showhome

Spanish Mediterranean Style Showhome with beautiful arches and tile roof features 5 bedrooms, 2nd floor laundry, den with fireplace and master bedroom balcony. First floor office and two wood burning fireplaces. Breakfast room overlooks heated pool and backyard. Basement has full kitchen, full bath and fireplace. Wood deck and patio wrap around pool and natural gas grill, Located on private street , garage with built in storage. Yard professionally landscaped.

Remarkable Remodeled Ranch Showhome

This Showhome is dressed to impress! Completely refinished with luxury touches throughout, this 5BR/3.5BA home is 4,700 sqft situated on .77 acres with mature trees and the stately circular driveway. Featuring a modern front door, gorgeous hardwood floors, three wood burning fireplaces, an open floor plan, tons of natural light from the wide windows, brand-new kitchen including KitchenAide stainless steel appliances, granite stone slab countertops, 42" white shaker cabinets with brushed brass hardware, posh white herringbone backsplash, a breakfast area, and a pot filler above the stove! Retreat to a huge master bedroom and en suite including the standalone soaker tub, rain shower and double vanity. Additional completely renovated bedrooms and bathrooms featuring unique tiles and sleek vanities. In addition to having a fabulous main floor, the basement is also finished! Possibilities are endless with a huge amount of flex space! The large, fenced-in backyard. Other features include new HVAC, new sump pump, 2-car garage, circular driveway. Located only minutes to expressways, sports complex, Mariano's, restaurants and shopping, this home is the smart choice!

** Sold in 2 months! ** Beautiful Green Oaks Showhome

Welcome to quiet country living in beautiful Green Oaks. Situated on just over an acre, this custom home will surely please! No detail has been spared or overlooked in this six bedroom, four bathroom home. New wide planked hickory floors are located throughout the main floor, new interior and exterior lighting, beautiful custom front door and sidelights, epoxy floor in the three bedroom garage, new shed in the fenced yard, along with a new hot tub! The main floor has a formal dining room, spacious family room open to the large kitchen, master bedroom, and three additional bedrooms. The second floor has an additional large bedroom, and the basement includes an office and the sixth bedroom. This home is truly a paradise!

**SOLD ** Stunning Modern Highland Park Showhome

This home feels like a modern piece of art! The highly acclaimed architect & Interior Design Hall of Fame Inductee, Neil Frankel designed the interior renovation of roughly 5,500 square feet to create open, airy rooms with a lot of natural light & beautiful views of nature. The floor plans are efficient and functional with a lot of entertainment space fantastic aesthetic details, both inside and out. . Fabulous first floor with beautiful granite on floors, wall and counter tops. Private FIRST FLOOR MASTER SUITE that hosts, sitting area, multiple: showers, water closets, sinks, and clothes closets. Large step down tub easy for anyone to bathe. 3 Bedrooms and 3 full baths plus office/den upstairs. Gorgeous back yard backing up to Park with gazebo and in ground pool.

**On Mkt over 1 year, SOLD in less than 2 months with Showhomes! ** Captivating East Lake Forest Showhome

Welcome home to this true East Lake Forest gem of a home. Designed by the noted architect, Howard Van Doren Shaw, and renovated and expanded to reflect today's living. This wonderful manicured property has four spacious bedrooms, including a large master suite with a beautiful sitting room with its own fireplace, and his and hers bathrooms and large his and hers closets. Two additional bedrooms en-suites with updated bathrooms. This spectacular home has spacious room sizes starting with a large formal living room, and dining room, chef inspired kitchen with a butler's pantry that opens into the family room. The large windows not only offer plenty of natural light, but have beautiful views of the grounds. A truly wonderful home!

** Sold** Meticulous Lake Bluff Showhome

It sparkles like a new home! Freshly painted, w/ beautiful hardwood floors, white woodwork, high ceilings,updated baths. Fabulous open floor plan for today's buyer. Large kitchen w/ island opens to breakfast area & family room. 1st floor master bedroom w/ marble bath. Second floor has 4 ensuite bedrooms, one which would make a perfect 2nd floor master, if desired. Incredible finished English basement with daylight windows, fireplace, rec room, 6th & newer full bath. Additional finished play rm would make great theater. Separate stairs lead to garage. Yard is fantastic, a perfect blend of lawn & woods adjacent to the Lake Bluff Golf course. Huge 4-car heated garage. Newly-painted deck overlooks stone firepit area. So many recent updates! It's amazing to find such an open, updated & meticulous home, inside & out, w/ over 5200 sq ft PLUS finished basement. Walking distance to town/train & just blocks to Elementary School & LB Park District, Rec/Fitness, Pre-School, Pool, Sledding & Golf.

**SOLD in 60 days**Custom Built Barrington Showhome

Welcome home to this incredible one of kind amazing custom built home in Lake Barrington. This floor plan is gorgeous with nine foot ceilings on the main floor. The family room boasts a wet bar, fireplace, access to the deck and opens to the kitchen. The walnut woodwork and kitchen cabinets are stunning. The kitchen offers high end appliances including a warming drawer and is ideal for any chef. The mid level boasts an office or den. The luxury master suite has a fireplace plus an over the top master bathroom featuring a gorgeous stand alone tub, walk in shower, heated floors and dual vanities. This bath is beyond beautiful. The second level also includes a bonus area/ fifth bedroom. The walk out level features a rec room, fireplace, exercise area, wine cellar, full bath with sauna, office area & more. Enjoy the views on the deck, offering an electronic awning creating a shady spot. Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac and featuring incredible landscape. This is a must see to appreciate.

**SOLD** Wonderful Lincolnshire Showhome

Welcome home to this spacious four bedroom four bathroom home located in beautiful Lincolnshire. This home offers a great floor plan for entertaining guests. It offers a formal living and dining room, a spacious kitchen with an eating-area, and a large family room. The second floor is home to four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The master bedroom suite has an amazing walk-in closet, and spa-like bathroom. The finished lower level has a recreation room, desk area, and an additional full bathroom. With a large yard, and a wonderful front patio, this home is truly a delight!

Sold~ Newly Renovated Lake Bluff Showhome

Lovely renovated Lake Bluff Colonial in Tangley Oaks. Freshly painted, floors done, and new light fixtures installed. The main floor has a spacious formal living room, dining room, and a great family room overlooking the yard. All bedrooms are located on the second floor, and the partially finished lower level is perfect for a recreation room, or playroom! A deck provides a wonderful area to retreat and relax! You will not want to miss out on this opportunity.

** Sold in 2 Months ** Gracious Winnetka Showhome

A gracious four bedroom, five bathroom home situated on a stunning, lush half acre lot on a private drive in Winnetka. This home has all of the right rooms in all of the right places. It is an entertainer's dream featuring an open, circular floor plan with grandly proportioned, light-filled living spaces including a formal living room, dining room, and a three seasons porch. There's a bright, well-designed eat-in kitchen with adjacent mudroom, laundry room, full bathroom, and a bonus room with floor to ceiling custom closets. The heart of the home is the family room with its stone fireplace, hidden bar and built-ins. Tucked behind the family room is a private office. The second floor includes a spacious master suite and sitting room, a large en-suite bedroom, two additional bedrooms and a hall bathroom. There is a heated two car attached garage and additional covered parking. This home has been freshly painted and is ready for you to make it your home!

** Sold in 1 week!** Gorgeous Lake Bluff Showhome

You have arrived! Flooded with light and inviting the outdoors inside, with an abundance of tall windows and stunning views of the gorgeous perennial gardens, that you can enjoy from the fabulous screened porch or wrap around deck. Nestled on a large lot in complete privacy, with a circular drive way and excellent location on the cul-de sac. This home features that desirable open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, skylights and gorgeous wood floors throughout. Enjoy the fresh, current decor throughout this stunning home. The beautiful elegant custom cream kitchen with honed granite and stainless appliances includes a wine fridge, warming drawer and double oven . The spacious first floor master features an updated spa-like bath with separate shower, walk in closet, dressing counter area and sliders to a private deck. Three very spacious bedrooms on the second level feature one bedroom en suite and two with their own half bath. All bathrooms are updated.The large, finished, lookout basement with wet bar and refrigerator, is a wonderful entertaining area and offers flexible space for an office/exercise room or art studio as well as ample storage. The roof was just refurbished and the home was painted inside and out. Everything is in tip top condition and ready to move in. Floor plans are in additional information. Updated features under agent remarks. Show with confidence!

** SOLD ** Classic Lake Forest Showhome

Wonderful traditional Lake Forest home built by MacNair. This home offers an updated kitchen & master bathroom plus hardwood floors throughout 1st and 2nd floors. The Great family room has a brick fireplace and custom wood mantle, there is also a wet bar and glass doors with access to two blue stone patios and the lush landscaped back yard. The family room opens to the adjacent updated cherry kitchen with granite counters, island & large breakfast area which also opens to the patios. The office/library, located on the first floor, can also be used as 5th bedroom that has an adjacent full bathroom. The spacious master bedroom suite has a lovely dressing area with a custom walk in closet and an updated master bathroom with a large walk in multiple head shower, separate commode, double sink and spa bath tub. You will find three more generously sized bedrooms on the second floor. The large finished basement also offers a recreation room, fourth full bathroom and a large cedar closet for out of season clothes. There is also a three car attached garage. This home is convenient to the gorgeous downtown, shopping, schools and two commuter train lines. Hurry in, you don't want to miss out on this opportunity!

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Marcia Vecchione (TN)

They do a beautiful job of staging, providing advice to the client and coordinating the work. Barbara and the team are always available to answer questions on a timely basis. Their photographer is excellent. A great group to work with!

Ted Pickus (IL)

Always enjoy and happy with working with Showhomes, Barbara is great. Always attentive to the market and my clients needs.

Ronald Sonenthal (Highland Park IL)

Very professional. They helped generate the "buzz" that finally got our house sold.

Michael Caponigro (IL)

This is a great company with great people. Ive been a home manager for 21/2 yrs and it’s been a great experience. Barbara and Ashley are providing the home owner with a very valuable service.

Ralph Hansen (IL)

We have worked with Showhomes of North Shore-Barrington for over two years and have been involved in four home sale transactions. Barbara Bliss and her team are highly professional and very talented. Each of the homes they have staged has sold and the homeowners all have been very happy with the service. As Home Managers, we have been treated with courtesy, respect, and consideration. We highly recommend Showhomes of North Shore-Barrington to anyone who is seeking to sell their home especially those who have homes that are in need of renovation and redecoration. We give Barbara Bliss and her team a Five Star Rating.

Sonia Cohen (IL)

The house managers that I have worked with have been very clean and easy to work with. They also do a good job with staging.

Robert Fiore (IL)

Wonderful client service

Jean Anderson (Lake Forest IL)

Just having the homes ready to show.

Renuka D. (Lake Forest IL)

They are really good to work with. I had issue once and Barbara personally took interest and took care of the problem. I would recommend them to my friends. They are very cooperative.

Heather Fowler (IL)

Barbara has fantastic style and is great to work with!

Irma Cosic (IL)

Barb, the franchise owner, has a great selection of homes for home managers and is open to adding any additional items one might need. Great experience thus far and would highly recommend to anyone looking for home staging services. Thank you Barb and team for the work you do!

Panthipa Neumson (IL)

The best!

Chris Veech (IL)

Showhomes rocks! Staging and a home manager are the best combo package for my vacant listings. Barbara is great!

Edie Love (Lincolnshire IL)

House looks great and got a very positive response from brokers today at the broker open house. Hope that is the secret sauce we need to sell the house.

Ralph H. (Lake Forest IL)

This is truly a top notch professional organization that gets real results. We have worked with them and they are producers, especially in a difficult market such as we are dealing with now . Five stars.

Michael B. (Lake Forest IL)

Flexibility, responsive staff, pleasant homes.

Richard B. (Wilmette IL)

ShowHomes has brought out the best features of our House by updating our decorating and greatly increasing the Home's eye appeal. We get consistently favorable feedback from prospective buyers. We have utilized ShowHome's Home Manager option which greatly relieves the burden of preparing the house for visits by prospective buyers and allowed us to move to other quarters more suitable to our needs at our current age.

Arla Unwin (Northbrook IL)

Agents don't have to lift a finger to get the house staged and the home manager in. Also, it is great to have a brokers' open house sponsored by Barbara. The staging itself is beautiful. Hoping it will help sell the property shortly after the beginning of the new year.

Jennifer C. (Lake Bluff IL)

House was on the market for over a year and never sold...after seven days with Showhomes it got a fantastic cash offer and will sell in 45 days. What more could you ask for?

Irma C. (Lake Bluff IL)

Barb, the franchise owner, has been wonderful in securing homes that are appealing to me and supplementing furnishings that complement my own. As someone who travels extensively for business, it is greatly appreciated that she and her team make themselves available after regular business hours and on weekends to address any questions or concerns. Enjoying my experience thus far and would highly recommend Showhomes to friends and potential sellers looking for staging referral.

Dave M. (Barrington IL)

They are the best!

Steve S. (Lake Forest IL)

Quick to respond. Very cooperative home manager. Nice furnishings.

Ralph H. (Lake Forest IL)

Very professional and knowledgeable people !

Nancy (Lake Forest IL)

I just had a great experience with her company and the home managers she put in my listing. They did an awesome job - and it was a very reasonable price for the sellers. I do believe having them in the home, rather than vacant made all the difference. The house always looked great and they had lights on and showing ready every time. I am hopeful that she will be able to place the home managers in another home soon. They were beyond terrific. Just wanted to share with everyone.

Derek (Lake Bluff IL)

I just wanted to thank Barbara Bliss and her talented and supportive team for a job well done! While I was out of town, the Showhomes North Shore came into our family home and created a masterpiece. Rooms filled with beautiful furniture, accessories and art. I was blown away! And after six days on the Market our family home for over 40 Years was sold. I would highly recommend Barbara Bliss and the Showhomes North Shore team! Excellent job!!!

Alan (IL)

Showhomes did a terrific job. All of their work was done in a timely and professional manner. I am certain that it’s work was an important part of getting a contract for the sale of our home at list price within two days after putting it back on the market

David (IL)

Very professional and accommodating.

Sherry Pray (Lake Forest IL)

Barbara and Ashley make a Really great team. Barbara is the genius in the decorating and Ashley is very easy and efficient to communicate with I highly recommend them and it is very clear to me that I would not have sold my house as quickly as I did if it weren't for them.

Ralph Hansen (Lake Forest IL)

Very professional!

John Richert (Lake Forest IL)

Showhomes was very responsive to my needs and really came through for me on a tight schedule. I know for a fact that their staging work was critical in the sale of the home. Great job and very easy to work with. Just let them do their thing ... it works!

Tracy Wurster (IL)

Very responsive and professional team with excellent results!!!

Gregory Williams (IL)

Barbara Bliss helped me sell 2 homes as soon as they were staged for top dollar.

Ted Pickus (IL)

They are quick, put great home managers in and very accommodating.

Kristen Kaiser (Ann Arbor MI)

Great experience working with Barbara and team. They made the process easy. They found a quality home manager and staged our house beautifully. Highly recommend working with Showhomes!

Mary Dru Carolan (IL)

Flexibility and every little detail gets taken care of!

Larry Spatz (Highland Park IL)

You tell the seller what he needs to do to sell his house. It confirms what I, as a realtor, say to him.

Kristen Kaiser (Ann Arbor MI)

Great customer service and attention to detail

Susan Ani (Evanston IL)

ShowHomes has turned an "interesting" historic property into a true "Show Home" for the ages. This was an enormous property, with enormous challenges in volume of furnishings, style selections, and color choices. The results were stunning, and I feel the value of the work done was definitely worth it.

Jane Pickus (HIghland Park IL)

I'm a Realtor on the North Shore of Chicago. I've used Showhomes recently on 3 of my house that were not selling. Two of them have been sold. Yea! We're still working on the third. Barbara Bliss, with the help of Ashley Mazzetta, work tirelessly to make this happen. Barbara oversees every detail. No detail is too small. She works quickly, keeps in contact, and she has a great eye for design. Would I use her again? You Bet!

Vicky Maurici (IL)

I loved the way the home was staged. Love the peace of mind that there was a "home manager" that was soo nice, did't mind me calling last minute and even giving me some feedback of the showing if she happened to be home, plus and took such nice care of the home.

Gene G. (Lake Forest IL)

We utilized Showhomes, Barrington to stage a newly built house in Lake Forest, IL. Our expectations were high, and all were met, or exceeded. Designers toured our home and developed a plan which enhanced our interior living space with high end furnishings. I recommend ShowHomes North Shore Barrington without hesitation.

Naomi "Cheetah" Campbell (Lake Bluff IL)

When I think of Showhomes I think of a True Professional. They have staged two homes that I have listed and have assisted me in selling them as fast as a Cheetah. They always come to mind when I have a gorgeous home that needs staging they just help do what my sellers have done make it absolutely Purrfect!

Dunn/ Miller Team (Libertyville IL)

Barbara and her team are great. The Dunn/Miller Team has made Show Homes a big part of our business for many years. We have many satisfied clients and homes SOLD because of the talents in staging the homes and the awesome home mangers Barbara personally selects for each home.

Chirs Puszynski (Lake Forest IL)

This company goes above and beyond. They have a great eye for color and scale and create a look appropriate for the style of the home. I would highly recommend this company.

Gary H. (Barrington IL)

Trying to sell your home without it being occupied is a challenging task. You have to find someone to care for your home, while they supply furniture to stage the house making it look good, provide security, keeping the property clean, and be willing to move out within 30 days of a sales agreement ........next to impossible. Not so with Showhomes. They find the perfect people to recruit as your "home manager" and work closely with you to make this a great and affordable experience for all. Just a comment; I am not a person that is easily impressed. I would highly recommend this company.

Ann Lyon (Lake Forest IL)

Barbara and Showhomes exceeded our expectations and did an amazing job staging one of our properties. We will use them for any of our staging needs in the future.

Mary Dru Carolan (IL)

So flexible! You worked to meet our client's needs and that was critical.

Susan Ani (Evanston IL)

The staging furniture and accessories are perfectly matched to the property. The house manager has been working really well, glad to have someone occupying the property. Appreciated the refreshments for my brokers open house at the property. The agents who attended the brokers were extremely impressed with the staging results. My sellers appreciate that payment is due at the closing table, not up front.

Robert Steen (Deerfield IL)

.No hassles

Isabel Schwank (IL)

The ease & professionalism of everyone

Frank Yarosh (Sarasota FL)

Did everything Barbara said. Started and finished well.

Norma Wyzukovicz (Green Oaks IL)

Beautiful staging! Great communication! Nice reliable management! Friendly and trustworthy! Very pleased! Thank you!

Vicky Maurici (IL)

Love this idea. Have a vacant home staged beautifully and someone living in home. No fake set up. Nice home tenant that takes care of home and makes it still easy for showings.

Norma Wyzukovicz (Green Oaks IL)

Good communication and friendly staff

Terry Wilkowski (Libertyville IL)

It is an economical staging solution for many sellers. Showhomes is very responsive and we have seen their service result in sales on several occasions.

Bree Mackenzie Misiak (IL)

The quality of the house managers is great, the house looks amazing, and everything went smoothly transitioning from the renter to the new house managers. Everything is going smoothly

Michele Wilson (Lake Forest IL)

The staging looks fabulous. The new photos are great. The wine and cheese open house was a success and working with the property manager is seamless. Would definitely recommend working with Barbara Bliss and her ShowHomes team!

Tracy Wurster (Lake Forest IL)

Tons of energy, very responsive and always open to working with agents to make sure everyone's happy!!!

Michael Boyle (IL)

Personal attention and guidance regarding the process. Not everyone is prepared for the change they are about to make. Barbara Bliss and her team did everything they could do to assure my family that we will be well taken care of and that there will be somewhere in the system that we will fit. Unbeknownst to us we fit the model very well and look forward to being the best showhomes managers on the North Shore. Onward and upward!!!

Steven Paxton (Lake Forest IL)

Not one issue or problem after signing contract. Showhomes delivered. Every request or question was answered with a positive and enthusiastic response. Ashley was the perfect " go to " representative.

Sue Bernstein (Wilmette IL)

Staged the entire home beautifully , Everything handled in a timely manner. Home manager always had the home ready to show. Gave the out of town seller a sense of security . A pleasure to work with.

Sue Bernstein (Wilmette IL)

Staging was excellent. Home manager is working out very well. Every one involved from the company has been extremely helpful and truly aims to please.

Randy Chube (Dyer IN)

Friendly. Easy to work with. Very accomodating.

Sonia Cohen (Highland Park IL)

The staff a Showhomes were responsive and reliable. They found a perfect match to showcase my listing. I was completely satisfied with their work

Alan Aronow (Deerfield IL)

You are very professional and do exactly what you say you will do.

John M. (Barrington IL)

How quick and professional everyone has been. Plus their eye for the details are second to none!

Alan Aronow (Deerfield IL)

Barb and Ashley are totally committed to achieving their clients goals along with answering their questions and concerns. They totally understand what it takes to get the property ready for marketing. As a Realtor, I highly recommend using their services to stage a home. Al Aronow RE/MAX Suburban

Patrick Hutmacher (Lake Villa IL)

Good communication and very pleased with the staging process and the house manager.

Judy Fornero (Libertyville IL)

Showhomes exceeded our expectations. Staging of home was well done. Photos were great. Communication with staff was prompt, Property Manager was cooperative and courteous. Needless to say, the Homeowner was pleased with the results. Home was professionally cleaned and there were no surprise issues at Closing !!! Many Thanks, Judy Fornero Re/Max Suburban Libertyville

Melissa Luebbe (Lake Bluff IL)

During an unusually harsh winter, I slept better at night knowing that my home was occupied and monitored for weather related issues. I also received very positive remarks from realtors regarding the condition and cleanliness of he house when it was shown.

Rick Cortopassi (TN)

A unique and truly professional Home Staging & More Service that Has Proven to be the Best way to Market Unique and Luxury Properties in Today's marketplace,customized To your Exact style and location of Home.

Sonia Cohen (IL)

friendly, upbeat communication and great service

Valerie Higgason (Conifer CO)

Like that someone is in my home and taking care of it. Peace of mind since I am 1,000 miles away

Suzanne Sellers (Chicago IL)

True to their word. Reliable, professional.

Adam Chez (Chicago IL)

Barbara and Ashley are terrific to work with. They are very understanding and can customize to budget, timing, and style, making the process very easy.

Suzanne (Vernon Hills IL)

Your firm has done everything that it promised to do. The house had several showings over the weekend with the outcome being two offers. Thank you so very much for the outstanding job that you did.

Suzanne (Vernon Hills IL)

The house is gorgeous! I am in shock! Thank you so much!

Heather Farnham (HIghland Park IL)

I LOVE how professional and successful your company has been for my clients as well as myself! The unique concept behind Show Homes and the staging services that you provide sold me the moment I talked to Barbara. Both Barbara and Ashley have been amazing to work with and they have always been a call, text or email away. The house looked beautiful from the moment it was staged and it sold the first week after we staged. They provided rooms that actually looked like someone's house rather than random furniture placed throughout a house. I have also found that the house managers have been 100% accommodating and have kept the house immaculate (which I know because I had to pop in one day with less than 5 minutes notice). I have already recommended your company to some agents and I can't wait to have future clients use your company this year! Thanks for all that you have done to help me sell 88 Holabird Circle in Fort Sheridan~ Heather Farnham

Jerome Riggio (IL)

Barbara and Ashley are wonderful!

Rick C. (IL)

its Simple and no nonsense and 100% professional in a timely matter that obviously in my case was a Grand Slam in getting our Home sold Immediatly following the Staging ! You did in a few weeks or less what we tried to do for over 2 Years!! Thanks Millions !

Carolyn Smith (TN)

The quality and style of the furnishings is excellent. After they set up the home it always is very neat and they always say yes to showing request. They treat the home with the same care as a homeowner.

Jean R. (IL)

Showhomes was very accommodating in the entire process!!!

Tom Perry (Chicago IL)

The service was ABOVE AND BEYOND with Barbara and Ashley. They were amazing to work with. Every detail taken care of. The furniture was exactly what was requested, and it was staged very tastefully

Paul Stiffler (Lake Forest IL)

Ashley's attention to everything.

Chris D. (Winnetka IL)

The lively can-do and want-to-do attitude of Barbara and Ashley. Nothing was too difficult, too much trouble. You take such obvious pride in your work. Your enthusiasm is infectious. You can 100% tell it ALL matters to you.

Chris Downey (IL)

The lively can-do and want-to-do attitude of Barbara and Ashley. Nothing was too difficult, too much trouble. You take such obvious pride in your work. Your enthusiasm is infectious. You can 100% tell it ALL matters to you. I never answer surveys!! I answer yours with pleasure.

Valerie Higgason (Conifer CO)

Puts my mind at rest knowing I can let you do what you have to do to keep my home showing the best way possible. Also it's nice to have someone there

Smith (Winnetka IL)

Thanks you for your always upbeat and can-do attitude!

1 Jean (IL)

Cooperation in getting it right for the client.

Paul S. (Highland Park IL)

How quickly you transformed my home to "show-ready" and moved in Home Managers who are committed to caring for my home.

Roger Hernandez (IL)

Flexibility to experience different neighborhoods at a reasonable cost

1 Marion (IL)

Very professional and responsive. I especially like their home management of vacant homes. It was a delight to work with both Barb and Ahsley who went above and beyond in service.

Rod (Glencoe IL)

Thank you ALL your help in this (transaction), you have helped us absentee owners out tremendously.

1 Chris (IL)

You are energetic and efficient. You are fun to talk with and work with. The results are excellent. You keep your promises. You obviously want the agent to succeed which means success for everyone.

B. Streitwieser (IL)

You made our place look extremely attractive .

Selwyn M./ DSM Properties (Deerfield IL)

Creative staging led twice to quick sales.

Dominic D. (Ivanhoe IL)

Kind, friendly and very well organized.

John B. (Highland Park IL)

Pleasant and easy to work with the staff.

James F. (IL)

Very professional, very prompt, great results.

Ruth Ciaglia, ERA Countrywood (IL)

The home manager was extremely accommodating and kept the home very clean. I couldn't have been more satisified. The furniture was top shelf and made the home show much better. I would definitely recommend their services to other brokers!

Alla Kimbarovsky Realtor (Winnetka IL)

We had a $7.8 million listing that despite the excellent location, the house did not show well. After the transformation, people were so impressed that they were ready to buy the property with the furniture—that’s how well the design, color and style worked with the property. It not only cut the market time, but also kept the sales price high because it looked so expensive.

Michael Loyfman Builder (IL)

One of my largest properties on Lake Michigan was staged by Showhomes and I was very happy with the service. It gave the home a high-end designer’s look. It was truly a Showhome!

Michael Thomas Realtor (Evanston IL)

I have found Showhomes to be an invaluable tool to get houses sold. Within 2 months after they moved in, we quickly had offers on a house that had previously been on the market more than 18 months. We all know staging works, but Showhomes is a step above the rest.

Honore Frumentino Realtor (Northbrook IL)

Your house manager was a pleasure to work with. Thanks for all your help.

Thaddeus Allen Homeowner (Lake Bluff IL)

Not only have you exceeded my expectations but you have most certainly increased the value of my home. It was a real pleasure working with you and I will most certainly refer you to anyone who has a need for staging services. What makes your firm different is that you were timely and courteous; all I saw with your firm was cohesiveness and enthusiasm to get the job done with care, taking into account not only my wishes but what you as a professional thought would be best. The quality of the furniture exceeded my expectations. The follow up work that your firm has done has been tremendous.

Frank Guido Builder/Homeowner (Lake Bluff IL)

It is indeed rare when we encounter experiences with our partnerships that surprise us with results. In this case, Showhomes has truly added to our marketing success. After seeing Showhomes' commitment and the results, I am absolutely pleased. It was fantastic to see how this beautiful house came alive, and how they were able to highlight all of its features through great furniture and detailed staging. The home manager was a perfect fit. Anytime there was a showing advanced or on short notice, the home was meticulously prepared. Showhomes is definitely an asset to our marketing success, bringing real value.

Bill Castle, Realtor (Lake Forest IL)

This house looks better with the Home Manager in than when the house was empty, I wish all my homeowners did this with their vacants!

Support Staff

Operations Assistant - Professional appearance and demeanor - Must be able to work as a team towards common goals - Ability to multi-task and take initiative in solving problems - Must be very organized and have proven ability to maintain detailed files - Solid computer skills – word processing, digital photography, data entry - Good people skills and diplomacy - Excellent oral and written communication skills- - Ability to manage and train Home Managers

Contact:
Barbara Bliss
bbliss@showhomes.com