Nestled against the woods of Sand Run Metro Park, the serenity of this townhome’s entrance is enhanced by holiday greenery draped along the picket fence and the soothing sound of the front garden’s wind chimes. The home’s front door opens to a 12-foot Christmas tree that nearly reaches the vaulted ceiling, bedecked in jewel tones and topped with a whimsical feather bouquet.

This 30-year-young home is a delightful combination of family heirlooms and eclectic style, heightened for the season by holiday décor and treasured memories. Fun fact: The homeowners decorated homes on the 2011 and 2016 Sugar Plum Tours!

Heading upstairs, the newel posts of the stairway railing are outfitted in holiday finery, with elves tucked amid the colorful clusters. The open loft – normally a well-used workspace – is transformed for the holidays. Grandmother’s hutch, laden with family treasures like a nearly century-old wedding cake topper, is also home to a collection of vintage ceramic Christmas trees.

The dark green walls of the primary bedroom are the perfect backdrop for a unique floor candelabra and woodland-inspired Christmas trees. It’s easy to feel suspended among the treetops with windows overlooking the wooded ravine three stories below. Those same windows frame an original canvas painting, backlit in synchronicity with the wooden headboard. A massive armoire and a 1920s antique chest are outfitted for the season in sophisticated style.

The walk-through closet leads to a spacious bath complete with holiday accents. While a remodel is planned for the future, the bathroom was originally constructed in 1993 with a skylight, spa tub, two-sink vanity, and a cozy alcove that doubles as a “greenhouse” during the winter.

Pause along the loft landing for a bird’s-eye view of the dining room’s refurbished chandelier, which has traveled from house to house with the couple. You’ll also see another perspective on the elegant Christmas tree and a panoramic view of artwork on the stairway wall.

Next, the dining table beckons with holiday place settings and a festive centerpiece, while an artistic bar cart stands ready to accommodate guests. The deck, festooned in seasonal touches, can be seen through the doorway and windows. The 1915 Kimball Baby Grand piano, notable for a multigenerational family friend connection, takes precedence in one corner of the living room. The distinctively shaped fireplace, an accommodation to the vaulted ceiling, is highlighted by an asymmetrical garland in the same regal jewel tones as the Christmas tree. All are bathed in holiday ambiance by spotlights beside the fireplace.

Snugly tucked to the side of the fireplace is a cozy bedroom. The tongue-and-groove pine wall and ceiling – note the pattern on the ceiling from the light fixture – add to the charm of the four-poster bed. Silver trees and delightful gnomes look right at home on the mid-century modern chest.

The inviting den is between the bedroom and kitchen. The painted ceiling and original art pieces by a friend – see the repurposed eye chart, another floor candelabra, and the barbed-wire, fabric-covered drum wall hanging – are overshadowed by the gifted Nativity set atop the hutch.

Elves populate the banister to the lower level, where Grace, the family mannequin beautifully adorned in holiday sparkles, stands outside the full bath, welcoming you to the family room. Silver trees shine with multicolored lights and vintage ornaments, while a Streamline train, a gift-filled sleigh made by Grandpa, and a wooden manger made by Dad appeal to the child in all of us. Don’t miss Great-Grandmother’s library table or the recently acquired dining hutch!

Upstairs, another bedroom features elephant and hippo heads on one wall, contrasting with brass piggies on the circa-1800s dresser. Holiday décor here is tastefully simple, as is the nearby full bath, distinctive with its antique dresser vanity and soothing dark walls.

Nutcrackers and gingerbread houses add holiday flair to the kitchen’s quartz countertops and black-and-white tile flooring. A Tiffany lamp glows as a nostalgic reminder of a lamp Grandmother used to have. Another of Grandmother’s family keepsakes is the 1931 table with leaves that pull out from each side, doubling the size. The porcelain top was ideal for rolling out kolache dough: The dough was only thin enough for Grandmother when you could see the distinctive table-top design.

Bid adieu to Santa, who is relaxing before the final rush at Christmas!