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.

Classic Greenland Hills Tudor Sports Ralph Lauren Chic… Guess Why?

By Karen Eubank / March 11, 2016 /

What comes to mind when you hear the words “charming” and “storybook”? A Tudor of course. This Greenland Hills home fits the bill on every front, but it’s definitely not your grandma’s Tudor. It’s a hip mix of Southampton meets the south of France. Built in 1928, 5223 Merrimac Avenue is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage…

Top Notch Renovation Sets This Bluffview Beauty on Blue Bonnet Road Apart

By Karen Eubank / March 10, 2016 /

Bluffview is one of those neighborhoods you don’t expect to find in Dallas. Newcomers are shocked to discover creeks, mature trees, winding streets, and well … bluffs. Years ago I had the task of recreating Vermont in Dallas for a photo shoot. We chose Bluffview, blew snow onto a cliff (EPA-approved fake snow, of course)…

Preston Hollow French Traditional Combines Stunning Style with Smart Design

By Karen Eubank / March 7, 2016 /

Beautiful homes hit our inbox hourly, and we can become somewhat jaded with all that gorgeous flying around, but when 5330 Pebblebrook Drive in Russwood Acres — the veritable heart Preston Hollow — came in, our collective jaws hit the ground. Listed by the adorable Karen Keegan, with Ebby Halliday Realtors,  this French traditional, 4,782-square-foot…

Friday Five Hundred: Disney Streets Midcentury Modern is Fit for Snow White

By Karen Eubank / March 4, 2016 /

Hi ho, hi ho, it’s off to buy we go! Head to the very center of the Disney streets neighborhood in Midway Hills and you’ll find this sweet 1957 midcentury modern home at 11136 Dwarfs Circle. We’re pretty sure this one would have Snow White seriously considering ditching the castle. She’ll probably bring the prince with…

Preston Trails Estate is Right Up Your Fairway

By Karen Eubank / March 3, 2016 /

Talking to Steven Rosenthal, who hangs his hat at Allie Beth Allman, is always a treat. It’s evident that he loves being a Realtor and he’s over the moon about 6009 Pompton Court, his latest listing. “It’s the most amazing home you would ever want to see,” Rosenthal told me recently. I think that’s actually…