A Fictional Relocation

At this time of year I always dream about moving house. To Chicago. People tell me I’m crazy. “Maine is so much more scenic and relaxed,” they say. They tell me I’d hate the city, I’d miss the fresh air. What they don’t realise is that I yearn for one house in particular: the McCallister […]
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At this time of year I always dream about moving house. To Chicago.

People tell me I'm crazy. "Maine is so much more scenic and relaxed," they say. They tell me I'd hate the city, I'd miss the fresh air. What they don't realise is that I yearn for one house in particular: the McCallister house from Home Alone. It happens to be up for sale this year, so maybe it's not a pipe dream, after all.

Having said that, I wouldn't mind a Hobbit Hole or the house from Up, either. Where is your fantasy dream home?