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December 21, 2019

Quiz Time – Name These Famous Christmas Movie Houses!

Editor’s Note (Updated December 2025): This holiday favorite first appeared in 2019, but the magic of Christmas movies never fades! Take our fun quiz to see how many iconic homes from classic Christmas films you can recognize — then cozy up in your own Ernest home for a movie night of your own.

'Tis the season…for Christmas movies! Every year our favorites return, and we can’t resist pressing play. Over time, we’ve come to know these classic films inside and out — right down to the homes where these beloved families live. For a bit of holiday fun, try to name the movie connected to each famous home!

1.

It may not be the biggest, the fanciest, or the most expensive — but it definitely wins “brightest house on the block!”

Brightly decorated home covered in holiday lights

2.

This famous Christmas “house” isn’t a single-family home — but it’s definitely a festive “home for the holidays” in this classic musical.

Large snow-covered lodge decorated for the holidays

3.

This chilly home sets the stage for a spooky holiday tale, where a modern family encounters an ancient seasonal menace.

Snowy suburban home with a dark winter atmosphere

4.

A clever kid, two bumbling burglars, and one large suburban Chicago home — a recipe for an unforgettable holiday comedy.

Classic brick home decorated for Christmas

5.

Two women swap homes for a peaceful Christmas getaway and end up finding love in this heartwarming seasonal favorite.

Cozy countryside cottage decorated for the holidays

6.

This timeless Christmas film features a charming cottage and a courtroom showdown starring Santa himself.

Quaint cottage surrounded by snow

7.

A cozy home becomes less peaceful when adorable little creatures cause late-night chaos in this holiday cult classic.

Quiet suburban home at night during the holidays

8.

No holiday season is complete without this all-time classic, where a kindhearted man learns how many lives he’s touched.

Charming old-fashioned home dusted with winter snow

9.

Romance blooms between a widower and a long-distance admirer in this holiday favorite, featuring a house that floats peacefully near a major West Coast city.

Floating waterfront home with holiday charm

10.

A bittersweet holiday movie about family and togetherness unfolds in this stunning Northeastern farmhouse.

Snow-covered farmhouse decorated for Christmas

11.

Although this Golden Age classic spans an entire year, the film’s heartwarming finale takes place during the Christmas season.

Vintage home with classic early 1900s architecture in winter

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This iconic home — now a museum open year-round — stars in a beloved holiday film with an annual 24-hour Christmas Day marathon.

Famous holiday home with nostalgic vintage design

How many homes were you able to identify? Scroll down to check your answers.

Remember, any home can feel iconic — as long as it’s filled with love.

Happy Holidays from Your Friends at Ernest Homes!

Answers:

  1. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
  2. White Christmas
  3. Krampus
  4. Home Alone
  5. The Holiday
  6. Miracle on 34th Street
  7. Gremlins
  8. It’s a Wonderful Life
  9. Sleepless in Seattle
  10. The Family Stone
  11. Meet Me in St. Louis
  12. A Christmas Story
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