Europe
Storied Luggala Lodge, Roundwood, County Wicklow, Ireland
“Luggala has turned out to be our inspiration.” —Bono 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…
Burren House, Kilbrittain, County Cork, Ireland
Overlooking Courtmacsherry Bay and its estuary from a majestic elevated position, Burren House delights in panoramic views across the rolling green hills of County Cork to the Old Head of Kinsale. The recently restored circa 1790 Georgian country home commands…
Knockdrin Castle, Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland
Majestically positioned within a rolling parkland estate of 1,050 acres, and within a 60-minute drive from Dublin, the splendid Gothic Revival castle embodies one of the finest castellated country houses built in Ireland during the first half of the 19th…
Chateau du Grand-Luce, Loire Valley, France
Considered one of the most iconic examples of 18th-century French neoclassical architecture, the magnificent walled Chateau du Grand-Luce is a privately owned French National Landmark that recently underwent an extensive restoration by Architectural Digest “AD100” designer, Timothy Corrigan. On the…
Premier Pedigreed Townhouse, Paris, France
Overlooking a quiet private park surrounded by properties occupied by aristocracy of past and present generations, this premier 1890 stone building in the 16th Arrondissement near the Bois de Boulogne is benefitted by its proximity to the Champs-Élysées, Place de…
Fabulous Tuscan Villa, Florence, Italy
An extraordinary and enticing 15th-century estate located three kilometers from the center of Florence revels in the panoramic view overlooking the city and Brunelleschi’s awe-inspiring Duomo di Firenze. The historic villa—recently returned to its original splendor—boasts 1,300 square meters divided…
Historic Tuscan Retreat, San Gimignano, Italy
Originally a convent dating to 1587, a splendid luxury boutique hotel surrounded by centuries-old cypress trees gazes out from atop a hill overlooking the famous towers of San Gimignano. The recent and historically accurate restoration has exposed its elegant proportions,…
Alluring Seafront Hotel, Italy, The World Renowned Amalfi Coast
Commanding an extraordinary perch on the rocks above the bay of Salerno, a magnificent luxury hotel perfectly harmonizes with its 2.2-hectare surroundings—among the most spectacular in Italy. Private access from both the sea and the state coastal road reveals a…
Chateau du Grand-Luce, Loire Valley, France
Considered one of the most iconic examples of 18th-century French neoclassical architecture, the magnificent walled Chateau du Grand-Luce is a privately owned French National Landmark that recently underwent an extensive restoration by Architectural Digest “AD100” designer, Timothy Corrigan. On the…
The Old Mill, Drôme Provençale, France
A beautifully restored mill and three additional houses on 12.36 acres near Grignan rest alongside a placid stream. The L-shaped mill, a guesthouse, and a summer dining patio surround a large, gorgeously planted internal courtyard. The main home’s flagstone-floored entrance…
The Hills of Lazio, Rome, Italy
A magnificent villa near Rome dates back to the 16th century, when it was commissioned by a cardinal who had found the ideal location to uplift his spirit. In recent times, the property was transformed into a prestigious hotel that offers…
Florentine Fantasy, Florence, Italy
Commanding a hilltop perch overlooking the “City of Art”—and surrounded by 360? views of the storied Tuscan countryside—the alluring estate compound covers 14 hectares cultivated with olive trees and vineyards. Sited on the apex is the romantic manor house and attendant…
Riviera Magic, Liguria, Italy
On the Ligurian Riviera, 500 meters from the sparkling Ligurian Sea near Portofino, a very private dream villa is perfectly nestled amid luxuriant mature landscaping. Tall maritime pines ensure wide shaded areas, while a large swimming pool enjoys daylong sunshine.…
Milltown Park, Shinrone, County Offaly, Ireland
Serving as a peaceable kingdom, the historic Georgian mansion is sequestered in its own walled demesne of 285 acres at the heart of Ireland between Dublin and Limerick. Originally built by the Spunner family in 1720, the estate has remained…
Belle Époque Villa, Côte d’Azur, France
The 1900s Belle Époque villa, over the years host to legends such as Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco, Pablo Picasso, and Raoul Dufy, commands sweeping views across the Bay of Villefranche in an exclusive setting between Nice and Monaco. Nearly…