Casa Castelli, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Perched in the hillside jungle at the end of a cul-de-sac cobblestone street in Lomas de Mismaloya, Casa Castelli offers over 5,000 square feet of modern Mexican style and luxury. Appointed with fine finishes and architectural details throughout, this home…
Storied Luggala Lodge, Roundwood, County Wicklow, Ireland
Hidden inside a secluded Irish valley a 40-minute drive from Dublin lies Luggala Lodge, an extraordinary estate built in 1787 for the La Touche family. In 1937, Ernest Guinness bought the sublime 5,000-acre retreat as a wedding present for his…
The Pines, Glenbrook, Nevada
The Pines—one of majestic Lake Tahoe’s largest privately held grand estates—ideally occupies a wide sandy shoreline at the end of a gated, meandering drive through expansive parklike grounds that encompass a three-hole golf course with practice green, upper and lower…
Southern Comfort, Yanceyville, North Carolina
Constructed in 1790 for Samuel Moore, the house was first rescued by local resident and WWI Red Cross nurse Annie Yancey Gwyn, who maintained all existing original materials and the surviving outbuildings. The house, by then listed on The National…
Bucolic Farm Estate, Washington, Connecticut
Secluded on 42 Edenic acres near historic Washington, Connecticut, an enticing and very private farm estate commands gorgeous open meadows and wide western views. The fully reminted, circa 1860 Colonial boasts four bedrooms, three baths, a marble kitchen, two fireplaces,…
Majestic Tuscan Castle, Siena, Italy
Truly commanding an exalted hilltop setting with glorious 360? views framing the famed old walled city of Siena and the charming Tuscan countryside, the enchanting castle with origins dating back to the 13th century is steeped in history and legend—having…
Belle Epoque Elegance on Plaza San Martin, Buenos Aires, Argentina
In the exclusive heart of Buenos Aires, magnificent views of Plaza San Martin are enjoyed from an elegantly romantic dwelling embracing 3,800 square feet, a 1,259 square-foot Italian style terraza with gardens, and a private lookout tower with enchanting views to the…
The Ananda Estate, Eleuthera, Bahamas
Intense blue skies, pink and white sand, clear turquoise water, swaying palm trees—and the latest in hi-tech amenities—the Ananda Estate is seductive island living at its best. The Asian contemporary masterpiece, combining the idyllic beachfront Caribbean landscape with a touch…
Gables Estates Art Collector’s Dream, Coral Gables, Florida
Overlooking the brilliant waters of Biscayne Bay from a privileged perch in Gables Estates, one of Miami’s most exclusive gated communities, an exquisite estate exemplifies the pinnacle of waterfront living and lifestyle. The lavish interior of some 13,223 square feet,…
Gables Estates Palladian Waterfront, Coral Gables, Florida
Designed for both electrifying entertaining and cozy family affairs, the recently minted classic Palladian estate is ensconced perfectly on an expansive waterfront setting in prestigious gated Gables Estates. Among the spacious 12,839 square feet are extraordinary features such as a…
Waterford Place at the Oaks, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
On a quiet cul-de-sac in Chapel Hill’s The Oaks, a handsome brick Georgian residence magically masterminded to bestow every comfort, melodiously occupies a landscaped and tastefully wooded setting. The classic estate, accessed through a pair of brick gate posts topped…
Curated SoHo Penthouse, Manhattan, New York
This flawless penthouse masterpiece with approximately 7,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor living offers the best of everything with nuevo-elegant, show-stopping appeal. Simply put, this tri-level penthouse loft is exceptional. The drama begins in the foyer and opens into the breathtaking,…
Stanford White Grandeur, Quogue, New York
Reputed to be one of the last works by famed architect Stanford White, a spectacular 14,000-square-foot residence on Shinnecock Road in the coveted estate section of Quogue has recently undergone a three-year transformation back to its original state of opulence…
19th-Century Provenance and Preeminence, Sag Harbor, New York
Originally built for a renowned whaling ship outfitter, one of Sag Harbor’s finest historic residences has been completely renovated to meet the needs and standards of today’s active lifestyle. The 5,400-square-foot estate has generous public rooms—including a fabulous kitchen and…
Stylish Estate Near the Beach, Southampton, New York
The traditional stylish estate, recently reminted, enjoys a gracious floor plan open to the outdoors and a verdant manicured landscape on 1.5 acres a short distance from the Atlantic Ocean’s Halsey Neck Beach. The expansive rear yard beyond the sparkling…
Glamorous Waterfront Contemporary, Southampton, New York
Within coveted Murray Compound, a few steps from the sparking Atlantic Ocean, a stylish and sleek contemporary masterpiece in architecture on 2.4 acres immortalizes gloriously captivating pond and ocean views. Commissioned for Ford Motor Company heiress Elena Ford, the 8,500-square-foot…
Fordune Opulence, Southampton, New York
An exquisite estate with deeded Atlantic Ocean access lies within the exclusive enclave of Fordune, where six acres sequester a magical parklike setting adorned with hundreds of specimen evergreen and flowering trees, perennial gardens, and a sparkling pond. The gated…
Meadow Lane Oceanfront Villa, Southampton, New York
Encompassing nearly eight acres of combined Atlantic Ocean and glittering Shinnecock Bay frontage, the Mediterranean-inspired estate boasts spectacular water and dunescape views from principal living spaces. A gracious 7,500-square-foot modern floor plan with four fireplaces and an additional 4,000 square…
The Crown Jewel of 212 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, New York
A historic masterpiece of its time, the Crown Penthouse at 212 Fifth Avenue is in a class of its own and the most magnificent trophy residence on Madison Square Park. Designed by Pembrooke & Ives and spanning three floors, with…
Atalanta on the Hudson, Red Hook/Rhinebeck, New York
Atalanta, an irreplaceable Hudson River Mansion on the grand scale of its neighbors north and south, was erected in 1851 of brick and stone to the plans of noted British architect Frank Wills. The estate was to provide both a…
Longview, Washington, Connecticut
Overlooking a tranquil parklike setting atop acres of well-manicured pastureland near the charming village of Washington, the magnificent gated estate at the end of a mile-long driveway affords the ultimate in privacy. Designed by an avid arborist, the 300-acre domain…
Ravishing Ravencroft, Kent, Connecticut
Ravencroft, a stunning, modern stone-and-wood barn-style estate ensconced at the end of a tree-lined drive that meanders through landscaped grounds overlooking peaceful meadows and distant hills, offers every imaginable amenity for the truly discerning. A towering entrance gallery with skylight…
Mystic Falls Kingdom, Roxbury, Connecticut
With extensive sparkling water frontage on Lake Lillinonah, home to some of the most sought-after real estate in Connecticut, the completely renovated, circa 1868 Colonial surveys a private Arcadian kingdom of 153 acres of pristine private habitat. The 10-room exquisitely…
Quintessential Lakeside Retreat, New Preston, Connecticut
The quintessential lake house on Lake Waramaug—alluringly featured in both House Beautiful magazine and Weekend Retreats—combines gracious living with an active waterside lifestyle. Interior highlights, ingeniously orchestrated to dazzle, include lake views from every room, a firelit living room with…
Ehrick Rossiter’s Rock Gate, Washington, Connecticut
Rock Gate, named for a dramatic outcropping of glacially carved stone encircled by the entry drive, is an important piece of Washington’s history and a Connecticut Preservation Award-winning example of architect Ehrick Rossiter’s design legacy. Commanding three secluded acres on…