Mary Cate Long
It’s true that everything is bigger in Texas but, on occasion, there is magic in seeking out the small. Boutique hotels, with their attention to detail, personal warmth and fascinating histories, make your stay all the more enriching, whether you hang your hat in West Texas or the Hill Country. Here are some more worthy…
Read MoreIf you’ve ever perused the wonderfully aesthetic coffee table book “Marfa Modern: Artistic Interiors of Marfa,” you may be curious about an artsy rental in Texas’ artsiest desert town. Marfa, Texas, is known as a cultural and artistic oasis in the middle of the remote Chihuahuan Desert. It takes some determination to get there (it’s…
Read MoreKnown for its sandy beaches, energetic culture and warm weather, Miami is a fantastic spot for a second home. This week’s Splurge vs. Steal features two houses for sale on the same street (just 0.3 miles apart) with a $2 million difference in price. Is the higher price tag worth it for a pool and…
Read MoreFrom staying in a 186-foot deep missile silo in Roswell, New Mexico, to a llama farm outside Waco, Texas, these Airbnbs are truly one-of-a-kind weekend stays. Wine Barrel Tree House in Fredericksburg, TX Stay in an enchanting little treehouse in Fredericksburg. Fitting for the Napa of Texas, the design is giving wine barrel energy. Although…
Read MoreIs there any second home locale as iconic as the Hamptons? Super-rich New Yorkers have long escaped the city to spend summers in the Hamptons, reveling in the bucolic atmosphere and beachside fun. Which of these Bridgehampton retreats would you choose: the waterfront contemporary for a Splurge or the elegantly-designed, farmhouse-chic vibe for a Steal?…
Read MoreFor many of us, $10,000 is a sizable sum of money. For others, $10k is just the starting point for a night’s luxurious accommodation. From Telluride to Joshua Tree, these Airbnbs are some of the most expensive listings in North America. If you had a few thousand dollars to spare, which of these would you…
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