Every year the Idaho Statesman does an article with special houses to be sure to see. Off the top of my head, I can think of a couple of places in northwest Boise. There is one amazing house in particular--take Collister north from State, turn left on John's Landing and then it will be on your right at the corner of Waterfront. After that, go back to Collister and head up to Quail Ridge--will be a right turn after you cross Hill Road and head up the hill with the big water feature on the right. Quail Ridge is a higher end foothills neighborhood with several homes decked out for the holidays. Good luck and do keep an eye out for the Statesman's list.