Looking for the perfect present for a loved one this holiday season? We\u2019ve rounded up 20 of our favorite gift ideas. And since we work in real estate, we focused on items that add enjoyment, comfort and, in some cases, major value to your home.<\/p>\n
From music lovers to home chefs, we\u2019ve got something for everyone. And we\u2019ve included a range of price points to suit any budget, from under $50 to major splurge \u2026 in case you\u2019re feeling extra generous this year. We hope you find this list useful in identifying gifts your friends and family will love. And maybe some of these items will make your<\/em> wish list this year, too!<\/p>\n Approximate Price Ranges<\/u><\/p>\n $ – under $50 LET IT SNOW<\/strong><\/p>\n Heat things up this holiday season! Keep your loved ones cozy all winter with these gifts that add warmth and a touch of luxury.<\/p>\n Tabletop Fireplace – $<\/strong><\/p>\n On cold nights, nothing beats the comfort and glow of a fire. Whether you\u2019re looking to cozy up on the couch with a good book, or enjoy a relaxing night in the backyard with family and friends, a tabletop fireplace is an easy way to light up your evening. The Regal Flame Black Utopia Tabletop Fireplace<\/a> can be used indoors or outdoors, no vent required. It runs on ethanol, which can be mixed with citronella to double as a mosquito repellent for outdoor use.<\/p>\n Towel Warmer – $$<\/strong><\/p>\n Who wouldn\u2019t love to wrap themselves in a warm towel when they step out of the shower on a cold morning? While heated towel racks are available in a variety of styles and price points, the Anzzi Glow 4-Bar Electric Towel Warmer in Polished Chrome<\/a> is an entry level version that gets good reviews. Modern and elegant, this model plugs into a nearby outlet for easy installation and is made of rust-resistant stainless steel. Turn your daily shower into a spa-like experience!<\/p>\n Smart Thermostat – $$$<\/strong><\/p>\n Now you can wake up to a warm house, even if you like it cool while you sleep. After using the Nest Learning Thermostat<\/a> for a week, it will start to recognize your patterns and adjust the temperature automatically to your preferences. In its third-generation, Nest claims to pay for itself over time in energy savings. It uses sensors and your phone\u2019s location to check if you\u2019ve left the house, then sets itself to an Eco Temperature. And this smart-thermostat knows when you typically get home from work and can heat things up before you return. If your schedule changes, you can even adjust the temperature remotely from your smartphone.<\/p>\n Radiant Floor Heating – $$$$<\/strong><\/p>\n Radiant heating has been a popular alternative in new construction to traditional forced-air heating systems. And new technology has made it easier and less expensive to retrofit existing homes with radiant heating. According to BobVila.com<\/a>, \u201cradiant floors are heated either with electric resistance cables or hot water flowing inside tubing\u201d beneath the floor. It\u2019s energy-efficient, effective, and doesn\u2019t blow dust and allergens around the way forced-air systems do. Not only will you love stepping onto a heated floor on a cool morning, you\u2019ll be adding value to your home, as this is an appealing upgrade to buyers when it comes time to sell.<\/p>\n ROCK AROUND THE TREE<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s holiday music time! Music lovers are sure to appreciate these gifts guaranteed to enhance their listening experience throughout the home.<\/p>\n Showerhead Speaker – $<\/strong><\/p>\n Whether you enjoy singing in the shower, or listening to your favorite podcast, the H2oVibe Rain Showerhead Jet with Wireless Bluetooth Speaker<\/a> syncs with any bluetooth-enabled device so you can stream your favorite music or other audio directly into the shower. The waterproof speaker easily detaches from the showerhead so you can bring it with you from room to room while you get dressed. And the showerhead itself features jets with three times more spray power than the average showerhead, creating a spa-like experience.<\/p>\n Voice Controlled Smart Speaker – $$<\/strong><\/p>\n Smart speakers like Amazon Echo<\/a> and Google Home<\/a> not only stream music on demand via voice control, they can also serve as a central hub for numerous other smart-home devices. Now you can change the channel on your TV, make a phone call, turn on your lights, set your thermostat and lock your front door, all without lifting a finger.<\/p>\n High-End Wireless Speaker – $$$<\/strong><\/p>\n If you prefer a premium speaker, the Sonos Play:3<\/a> is the mid-range option in the brand\u2019s line of wireless speakers. It delivers rich and robust sound with a sleek design that can placed horizontally or vertically to fit almost any space. Sonos speakers sync with Amazon Echo and Alexa, which enable you to control the speaker with voice commands. And you can easily add additional speakers from the Sonos line for an enhanced, surround-sound experience.<\/p>\n Whole Home Audio System – $$$$<\/strong><\/p>\n The sky\u2019s the limit when it comes to whole-home audio systems, and for a premium sound system you can expect to make a significant investment. Companies like Yamaha<\/a> offer a wide variety of components, all designed to work in conjunction to give you a customized whole-home audio and home theater system to suit your needs.<\/p>\n ADD SOME SIZZLE TO THE SEASON<\/strong><\/p>\n Home chefs will love these gifts, perfect for holiday entertaining and home cooking all year long. Not only will they bring excitement to the recipient, everyone in the family will benefit from the delicious dishes these gifts are sure to inspire!<\/p>\n Bread Maker – $<\/strong><\/p>\n Warm, fresh bread can make any meal feel special. With a bread machine like this one from Hamilton Beach<\/a>, you can enjoy fresh rolls, pizza dough, cakes, jams, flatbreads and croissants with minimal effort. Plus, there\u2019s a gluten-free setting, which makes this a perfect gift for anyone avoiding gluten in their diet.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Electric Smoker – $$<\/strong><\/p>\n If you love to barbecue, the Char-Broil Deluxe Digital Electric Smoker<\/a> gives you the tenderness and flavor of smoking meat, without the hassle. The integrated meat probe alerts you when the meat reaches a predetermined internal temperature, and when it\u2019s done cooking the \u201cwarming\u201d feature keeps your food hot until it\u2019s ready to be served.<\/p>\n Smart Sous-Vide Machine – $$$<\/strong><\/p>\n Sous vide is a method of cooking in which food is vacuum-sealed in a plastic pouch and then placed in a water bath to cook at a precise temperature. The new Mellow Smart Sous Vide Appliance<\/a> hits the market this holiday season and promises to make sous vide as easy and foolproof as a slow cooker. Its built-in cooling system keeps your food cold until it\u2019s ready to be cooked \u2026 so you can stick a piece of salmon in before you leave for work, choose the time you want it to be ready, and dinner will be done when you get home.<\/p>\n High-End Oven Range – $$$$<\/strong><\/p>\n To really heat things up in the kitchen, any home chef would love a new high-end range, like this 36\u201d Dual Fuel Range with Six Burners<\/a> from Sub-Zero Wolf. With ten custom cooking modes\u2014including one for proofing dough and one for dehydrating\u2014and a temperature probe alert, this oven makes cooking almost foolproof. And the timeless stainless steel design will enhance the beauty of any kitchen. Investing in a high-end range not only adds enjoyment to meal preparation, it\u2019s highly-desired by home buyers \u2026 something to consider if you plan to list your home within the next few years.<\/p>\n SPARKLE AND SHINE<\/strong><\/p>\n Holiday lights aren\u2019t the only way to make a home sparkle. These cleaning gadgets and appliances will keep your home clean and shiny all year long \u2026 and hopefully bring some joy to the cleaning process!<\/p>\n Portable Deep Carpet Cleaner – $<\/strong><\/p>\n Anyone who has pets or young children will love the convenience of a cordless and portable spot cleaner like the BISSELL SpotLifter 2X Portable Deep Carpet Cleaner<\/a>. Its cleaning brush agitates soiled spots while simultaneously sucking up debris. Use it to remove small spills and stains from carpet, furniture, rugs, drapes, car seats, and other upholstered items.<\/p>\n Robotic Vacuum Cleaner – $$<\/strong><\/p>\n Robotic vacuum cleaners have been around for years, but new technology has made them more effective and lowered the cost significantly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT N79 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner<\/a> provides a good mix of features and value. It offers several cleaning modes and moves easily from rugs to tile to carpet. You can also control it with your smartphone using the ECOVACS App.<\/p>\n Dishwasher – $$$<\/strong><\/p>\n While a high-end dishwasher with all the bells and whistles can certainly be a good investment, there are some great values on the market for those with a more modest budget. For example, the Maytag Front Control Dishwasher<\/a> gets consistently great reviews for its powerful motor that disintegrates bits of food to deliver sparkling clean dishes, even without rinsing. And its elegant exterior will upgrade the look of your kitchen \u2026 all without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n New Washer\/Dryer – $$$$<\/strong><\/p>\n If anything can make laundry exciting, it\u2019s a new washer and dryer with smart-technology like the Kenmore Elite Smart Washer and Dryer<\/a>. Now you can start a load of laundry remotely from your smartphone to time it with your arrival home. You can also customize washer and dryer cycles and receive an alert when a cycle is complete. And with the Express cycle, you can wash and dry a small load in 45 minutes, saving you time and energy.<\/p>\n KEEP THE GRINCH AWAY<\/strong><\/p>\n Nothing is more important than the safety of you and your family. Protect your loved ones\u2014and deter intruders\u2014with gifts that keep you and your home safe and secure.<\/p>\n Smart Light Bulbs – $<\/strong><\/p>\n The Philips Hue White Smart Bulb Starter Kit<\/a> is a good entry-level investment in smart lighting technology. Now you can automate your lighting and control your lights from your smartphone using the Philips Hue App. Deter burglars by making it look like someone\u2019s home when you turn your lights on remotely. And stay safer by never entering a dark house again. Plus, it has several options to enhance the look and ambiance of your home lighting.<\/p>\n Video Doorbell – $$<\/strong><\/p>\n Watch over your home and greet visitors from your computer or smartphone with a video-enabled doorbell, like the Ring Video Doorbell 2<\/a>.\u00a0 Adjustable motion sensors alert you when someone is approaching your door, and live video and audio allow you to see and talk to visitors without opening the door, even if you\u2019re away from home. The best part is, they\u2019ll never know you\u2019re not home if you don\u2019t tell them.<\/p>\n Smart Lock – $$$<\/strong><\/p>\n Control and monitor your locks from anywhere with a smart lock like the August Smart Lock Pro + Connect<\/a>. Now there\u2019s no need to leave a key under the doormat or give a copy to the housekeeper. You can activate keyless access remotely, and even lock up when they leave, all from your computer or smartphone. And no more fumbling around for your keys in the dark. Similar to keyless entry for your car, Smart Lock Pro automatically unlocks your door when you approach.<\/p>\n
\n$$ – $51 to $200
\n$$$ – $201 to $500
\n$$$$ – Splurge<\/p>\n