Karen Eubank

Karen is a senior columnist at Candy’s Media and has been writing stories since she could hold a crayon. She is a globe-trotting, history-loving eternal optimist who would find it impossible to live well without dogs, Tex-Mex, and dark chocolate. She covers luxury properties and historic preservation for Candys Dirt.

Dilbeck Renovated Ranch on Lakewood’s Blue Fair Lake

By Karen Eubank / September 22, 2018 /

Our Saturday Six Hundred is a lovely Charles Dilbeck renovated ranch at 6731 Lakefair Circle, and it perfectly illustrates the name of the neighborhood. We seldom think about why a neighborhood carries a particular name. Lakewood seems straightforward enough. It’s near White Rock Lake, and it’s heavily wooded. However, what many people don’t realize is…

Magnificently Renovated Swiss Avenue English Arts and Crafts Eclectic Tudor

By Karen Eubank / September 13, 2018 /

Our Inwood Home of the Week is an English Arts and Crafts movement stunner at 5816 Swiss Avenue, and it has a pretty serious fan base. Before all of you jump on me and say this is an Eclectic Tudor, yes, absolutely it is. But let’s learn a bit, shall we?

The Hidden Hillcrest New England Cottage in a Woodland Wonderland

By Karen Eubank / September 10, 2018 /

You are in for a treat today. I have the most incredible account of this hidden Hillcrest Road New England cottage at 11525 Hillcrest Road because the couple responsible for the renovations kept meticulous notes. Grab a second cuppa, and settle in dear readers. This is one special property.

Creekside Place Traditional on White Rock Creek Trail is a Secret Gem

By Karen Eubank / September 8, 2018 /

Our Saturday Seven Hundred is a lovely two-story Creekside Place traditional that backs up to the White Rock Creek Trail. Grab your running shoes, kayak, or bike because you can walk out the back door and bike, hike, or walk to White Rock Lake from 13853 Creekside Place.

Beautifully Updated Highland Park Classic Colonial Revival

By Karen Eubank / September 6, 2018 /

It’s so nice to see historic homes take on a new life. Our Inwood Home of the Week is a classic Colonial Revival at 4501 Lorraine Ave. that has had a total facelift, and it’s gorgeous.