Tour the featured homes which reflect the rich architectural heritage of the area. Each home will display its own unique architectural charm and will be enhanced by champagne, wine, and hors d'oeuvres, as well as the warmth of our hosts and hostesses. The tour will culminate at the dessert tent which will feature live entertainment, gourmet coffees and a Viennese dessert table amid one of the tropical gardens of the neighborhood! Northwood Hills, which is home to a number of residences designed by society architect Maurice Fatio and disciples of Addison Mizner, was settled during the Florida land boom of the 1920's. Legend has it that the numerous 'castle homes', which dot the top of our very own 40 foot hill (the highest elevation between Orlando and Miami), were built by the rum runners with a clear view of the sea so they could direct their precious cargo to safety......Ahh..........the stuff legends are made of!!!!

This self-guided tour will take place rain or shine. All the homes are within walking distance, however, we will provide a trolley which will be making stops through the neighborhood.

One tour guest said about the 2007 tour, "We went to the 2007 home tour this past Saturday, and I must say it was a most delightful experience. My wife and I and our friend have been to no less that 20 to 25 house tours. I have to say that yours was the best. Presentation, hospitality, food, graciousness were by far the most exquisite of all of our experiences. Continue the good work and contact us next time you are having a home tour. Our friends that we told our story to and ourselves want to be included."