Of course, when you think about gingerbread houses, two things come to mind: Christmas and Hansel and Gretel Though in the latter, the gingerbread house assumed the role of a windowless van offering free candy that you should stay the hell away from. Yet, Hansel and Gretel don’t listen and a witch almost cooks them into a pot to eat. Anyway, that’s a rather unpleasant subject. Still, despite that grisly fairy tale, gingerbread houses have been a longtime Christmas tradition. Though the image above mainly consists of a traditional design, you can find so many great gingerbread creations with the help of a Google search. During the holiday season, you’ll find many gingerbread house competitions throughout the country and the world. Though you’ll also find plenty of gingerbread renditions of landmarks and fictional settings. So for your reading pleasure, I give you another assortment of gingerbread creations. Enjoy.
- Perhaps you might want to stop at this cottage.
This one has a couple of buttresses for support. Like the pretzel and chocolate wafer roof.
2. Care to come in?
I know it’s supposed to be some kind of commercial establishment. But whether it’s a shop or a restaurant, I don’t have the slightest idea.
3. Some of you might prefer some chocolate siding.
This one even has candy cane columns and railings. Love the trees and wreath.
4. Anyone would adore this Victorian home.
This one is quite fancy. Like the candy cane columns and roof trim at the top.
5. Feel free to take a look into the windows.
This is supposed to be a gingerbread music store. Since there are instruments in the window.
6. Hope this clock can tell you the time of day.
Okay, it probably won’t. But it’ll give you an inventive show of gumdrop figures.
7. You might want to spend some time in this fairy treehouse.
Well, the tree isn’t remarkable to look at. Yet, these fairies seem like an inviting bunch.
8. Nothing says Paris like the Eiffel Tower.
This one has icing on its design. Yet, it’s the iconic image of Paris and possibly France.
9. A yellow house will certainly brighten things up.
IT may seems small. Yet, it’s quite fancy enough for Christmas decorations.
10. “The stockings were hung by the chimney with care…”
This one even leaves milk and cookies for Santa. While you see plenty of presents on the mantlepiece.
11. Seems like everyone’s come for the holidays.
This is a pink Victorian where people gather for Christmas. One has even come in a truck.
12. So is this what the North Pole looks like?
Santa’s house seems rather small. But the toy factory looks rather magnificent.
13. “Unto us a child is born..”
This is a gingerbread nativity scene. The figures are inside. While the star is on the stable roof.
14. Perhaps you might want to relish in the snow.
Wonder if it’s supposed to be where Santa Claus lives. Though I do love the style and the gingerbread figures frolicking in the snow.
15. In this house, you’re bound for adventure.
You may recognize this as the Up house. The balloons are made from gumballs, by the way.
16. Would you want to spend Christmas in a rustic lodge?
Well, this is quite a large one. Like the decorations and penguins. So stunning.
17. Hope you can smell what’s coming from the bakery.
Well, it’s more of a German design. But I bet its contents smells as good as its structure.
18. “O little town of Bethlehem…”
Yes, this is another gingerbread nativity scene. But the figures are much more prominent. So cute.
19. You’ll want to pray at this gingerbread church.
This one is of a Catholic church called Our Lady of the Sacred Heart. Wonder where you can find the real thing. Since it looks quite old and intricate.
20. You might prefer this cozy house.
This one is a Victorian with large windows. Like the wreaths on the columns.
21. Want anything from the surf shack?
This one is at the beach with sand of brown sugar. Need a board, you’ll find it here.
22. Rover welcomes you to his home.
This is a gingerbread doghouse. And yes, some of it is made out of dog treats.
23. A red brick house always has a certain charm.
This one has an antique garage. Like the Christmas decorations.
24. Seems like Santa’s visiting this house.
This is a cozy home. Has a nice brick façade with Christmas decorations. While Santa is up on the house top.
25. “There was an old woman who lived in a shoe…”
Too bad it wasn’t enough living space to keep her and her kids. Though it’s more likely she was running a kids’ home. Since her own would be adults by now.
26. Can I interest you in this magnificent gingerbread castle?
This is a white castle with red tower tops. Even includes an outside shack for some reason.
27. Settle down in this Christmas cabin.
This log house is decked with red shutters and a wreath at every window. While it sports a multitude of icicles.
28. Santa’s toy factory is quite busy this holiday season.
Seems like an impressive operation. Though I’m sure Santa might replace the elves with automation.
29. Care to stop at Victoria’s B&B?
This one has an almond stone façade for more realism. Includes a snowman in front.
30. Feel free to admire the Christmas tree at this red brick house.
This one has the tree in the front lawn. While garlands decorate the windows and wrought iron fence.
31. Stay in this tower house on a cold snowy night.
Well, this is an interesting design. Though I love the purple icing on the walls.
32. Hop along on this carousel.
This gingerbread carousel consists of horses and rainbow candy cane decoration. So pretty.
33. This house looks a lot like Christmas.
Mostly since it’s red with green shutters and fixtures. Said to be a hotel. But looks more like a B&B to me.
34. You might be enchanted by this shrine.
From what I can tell, it seems to resemble a shrine. Though I really can’t be sure despite its spectacular architecture.
35. You might feel at home in the Shire.
This is a little hobbit neighborhood. Not sure where Bag End is supposed to be.
36. There’s so much to love about this large gingerbread house.
This one has hearts all over the place. Love the smoke coming out of it.
37. Perhaps you’d like a roof of red licorice.
This one also has candy cane columns. Like the Christmas decorations.
38. Care to try anything at this sweet shop?
You can see plenty of present cakes inside. While the snowmen smile with delight.
39. All aboard on Noah’s ark.
This one has 2 of each animal, including the sea creatures. Like the stained glass rainbow image on the boat’s side.
40. You’ll be amazed by Moscow’s St. Basil’s Cathedral.
It’s said Ivan the Terrible had the architect’s eyes gouged out because he didn’t want the guy to design any other building like it. Though the tops are quite pretty.
41. Stop by this simple white house.
This one has wreaths on every window and a stone fence. The roof is covered in flour snow.
42. Best you take a treat from Santa’s Bake Shop.
You can see the treats through the window. While it sports a red and green chimney.
43. Hope you can do your business in this outhouse.
Includes a couple of milk cans for added rustic charm. Though the only products produced here are gingerbread shits.
44. As we know, Noah built his ark.
Includes animals coming in 2 by 2. And they’re probably the major reason why people do this gingerbread rendition in the first place.
45. You’ll find everything from cakes to crumbs at this bake shop.
You can see the treats through the window. Like the Trees outside.
46. May I interest you in a tropical hideaway?
Sure there may not be snow on it. But you have to admire the large stained glass window.
47. Nothing beats lounging at the beach.
One guy’s about to go surfing. While 2 ladies lie in the sun.
48. Make a proper visit to Gingerbread Abbey.
This is a gingerbread rendition of Downton Abbey. Or Highclere Castle in real life.
49. Hope you’ll be enchanted by this castle.
This one has wreaths and candy cane columns. Love the towers.
50. You might prefer a house with more unique architecture.
This one seems like it’s straight from the desert. While it’s decked in Christmas glory.
51. You’ll be in for a night at Radio City Music Hall.
Though this time of year, you’ll might only get to see a Rockette show there. Like the massive tree.
52. It’s nice to spend Christmas at a rustic tower house.
This one seems straight out of a fairy tale. The top mostly consists of shingles.
53. Perhaps you might want to ride a carousel horse.
Wonder how big this one is. At any rate, it’s quite amazing someone could construct such a thing.
54. Have a drink at the tiki bar.
This one is mostly made from pretzels. Yet looks very simple to make.
55. In the southwest desert, you can reside in an adobe.
Yes, this is a gingerbread adobe. Though you wouldn’t find snow in Arizona and New Mexico.
56. A Native gingerbread person would love to reside in a teepee.
Has all kinds of Christmas decorations on it. And there’s a fire inside.
57. Snoopy is all ready for Christmas.
This is from the Charlie Brown Christmas Special. And yes, the Charlie Brown tree is present.
58. A tall castle never fails to make an impression.
Looks really imposing. Like the tall towers. Even includes a train track.
59. Hope you can survive King’s Landing. Because many don’t.
King’s Landing is the capital in Game of Thrones. Great cosmopolitan atmosphere. But stay away from Cersei.
60. Feel free to come inside this Christmas pagoda.
This one has holly on the tiers. Has a white Christmas tree inside.
61. You’ll have a ball of a time at this Christmas castle.
This one is supposed to capture the 12 Days of Christmas. And shows each of the items with consistency.
62. You would marvel at this Gothic revival church.
This one has rather imposing towers. Love the decorations and design. So pretty.
63. Pay a visit to this red brick block.
This is a gingerbread apartment building. Has candy cane railing. Love the garland decorations.
64. A rustic house can always have an elaborate design on top.
Indeed, the roof is quite fancy. Like the Christmas wreath and tree on the terrace balcony.
65. Paddle along the Mississippi in this steam boat.
Contains frog musicians apparently. Yet, it’s decked with candy cane columns and smokestacks.
66. It beginning to look a lot like Christmas on this block.
Indeed, they’re 3 houses attached to each other. While there are 2 sets of chimneys between them.
67. George Washington always enjoyed Christmas at Mount Vernon.
This one has the main house surrounded by Christmas trees. Has garlands on the windows and near the roof. While wreaths deck the doors.
68. A white house glistens after the first snow.
This one doesn’t have as many Christmas decorations as the other houses. But you can see wreaths on the widow’s walk.
69. A yellow house can always impress during the holidays.
This one lights up from the inside. Still, love the Christmas decorations and trees.
70. A dark house can always dazzle.
Wonder if it’s from a storybook. In any case, got to see Santa getting stuck in the chimney.
71. Want to set sail?
This one has a beach scene with a bar. Though the boat has a candy cane yard and a pretzel mast.
72. A large house like this can play host to a lavish Christmas party.
This one has Christmas trees at the entrance. While you can see towers topped with snowflakes.
73. Perhaps a pretzel house can suit you.
This one has pretzel siding, fencing, and shingles. While the icing makes the snow.
74. A brick tower house will make you feel at home during the holidays.
Has Christmas trees in the lawn. While the tower is in pure holiday splendor.
75. You might be refreshed by a house of minty green.
Well, it’s not totally minty green. But has a kind of whimsical charm.
76. Care to stop by the Apple Drop Farm?
This one has an array of pumpkins and apple trees. Get them before the snow comes.
77. You’ll be charmed by this German clock.
You can see people dancing and sharing a beer regardless. While it’s a little after ten.
78. Find peace at a remote Asian temple.
This one has candy canes on the tier and roof. While the fish in the stream are probably Swedish.
79. Some may opt for the cozy confines of Bag End.
This one has 2 chimneys. Also comes with a well cart, and garden.
80. Anyone would be charmed by this windmill.
It’s near a golden bridge. Wonder how it retains the blades during the cold winter winds.
81. Don’t forget to pay a visit to the Lincoln Memorial.
Though I’m not sure if it’s made out of brick since it’s more or less composed of stone. Though you have to like the candy cane columns.
82. I’m sure you might enjoy a performance at the Kennedy Center.
It’s a performing arts center in Washington DC. Got to love the candy cane columns.
83. Though you can’t miss the Jefferson Memorial.
The Jefferson may not be as well known as the Lincoln Memorial. Though the dome is quite magnificent.
84. Fallingwater looks spectacular during the winter.
Okay, this is a gingerbread rendition of Frank Lloyd Wright’s best known building. Yet, you have to at least appreciate whoever made this.
85. You have to check out the Biltmore in a book.
I think this is the Vanderbilt estate in North Carolina. Nonetheless, someone listed it as Hogwarts for some reason.
86. Hope your block is all ready for the holidays.
Seems like a peaceful neighborhood. Some kids throw snowballs. Others build snowmen.
87. The Taj Mahal will certainly enchant you.
Yes, this is a gingerbread Taj Mahal. And yes, it’s covered in white icing.
88. Now that’s a massive treehouse.
This one is a massive apartment complex. So hold onto the candy cane railing.
89. You’ll see a lot of glowing candles at this house.
This one uses shredded wheat as roof shingles. While garlands deck the columns, balcony, and windows.
90. The Pentagon seems all ready for Christmas.
It’s the military headquarters and where most of America’s tax dollars go to. Because some old men want to build their little explody toys. Instead of instituting a universal healthcare system that would be extremely better for all of us. Because healthcare is a civil right, not a commodity.
91. Seattle is stunning in gingerbread and frosting.
Even includes the Space Needle, the city’s most famous landmark. While the skyline is spectacular.
92. Here you will find the highest court in the land.
However, now that Brett Kavanaugh’s in there, the Supreme Court’s legitimacy is under great scrutiny. Still, love the candy cane columns and Christmas decorations.
93. “The Whos down in Whoville loved Christmas a lot..”
This is supposed to be Whoville’s central square. Love the Christmas tree.
94. Nobody should miss Stonehenge.
This seems rather easy to make. Just take some gingerbread pieces and put them in a stone circle.
95. King Kong knows how to deck the halls.
Here he is on top of the Empire State Building wearing a Santa hat. Man, people can get crazy ideas sometimes.
96. The White House is a colorful spectacle this year.
This one has rainbow lights on the top and sides. So pretty and festive.
97. You might want to check out this fancy caravan.
Makes you wonder whether some magician lives there. Love the black lattice and golden trim.
98. Anyone would want to celebrate Christmas with this festive fountain.
Is that real water spouting out? Love the Christmas tree at the top.
99. So many things are made at Santa’s Workshop.
This one pops out toys nonstop. Mostly because it’s powered by magic.
100. Feel free to visit this Chinese tea house.
Certainly has a unique style to it. Love the beautiful roof and windows.
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