Play Ball: Five Homes with Their Own Bocce Courts
A round of bocce is the perfect way to pass the time during the glorious days and cool evenings of summer—even more so when it’s on a private court just steps from a home filled with…
Dive In: 5 Homes with Stylish Swimming Pools
During the long, sunny days of summer, few things are more enticing than a refreshing dip. These dazzling swimming pools—in locales from Connecticut to California—allow for outdoor enjoyment in sophisticated settings. Majestic Texas Manor Houston, Texas…
Open Flame | Five Fabulous Fire Pits That Bring the Heat
Whether in a classic New England coastal setting or part of a stunning modern remodel of a San Francisco Victorian, a stylish fire pit can turn any backyard or balcony into an idyllic outdoor oasis. A…
Compound Interest: 5 Private Family Estates
Whether the goal is swimming or stargazing, each of these vast, stylish estates—from Florida to California wine country with the mountain town of Taos in between—is ideal for creating a private community for family and friends….
Feasting Alfresco: Six Stylish Outdoor Dining Areas
These six homes feature exceptional outdoor dining spaces, where every meal comes with a side of fresh air—not to mention views of vineyards, majestic mountains, and sparkling night skies. Croydon House Santa Barbara, California | Barry…
Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in April 2020
Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. St. Helena, California | Jim Clopton, Sotheby’s International Realty – Wine Country – East Napa Street Brokerage An Australian technology investor…
Inside a Wine Country Compound
At first blush, this lovely 4,600-square-foot residence could easily be mistaken for a glorious getaway in Provence, its striking mansard roofline, meticulously manicured parterres, ivy draped walls, formal stone walkways, and decorative ironwork bringing to mind…
Get Smart | 5 Forward-Thinking High-Tech Homes
With environmentally responsible elements and the capability to manage entertainment and climate-control systems from anywhere in the world, these compelling homes set high—and high-tech—standards for luxurious modern living. Contemporary Wine Country Compound Napa, California | Ginger Martin, Sotheby’s…
Dreams Do Come True in These Bedrooms with a View
It’s hard to wake up on the wrong side of the bed when your lavish private suite has a vista of city lights, mountains, vineyards, sunsets, or the sea. Green Valley Ranch Napa, California | Ginger…
Home is Where the Health is | Seven Estates That Make Healthy Living Easy
Sticking to a daily wellness routine is no sweat when top-tier fitness equipment, private lap pools, and expert-level sports courts are at home, just steps away. Stylish Hamptons Compound Harald Grant & Bruce Grant, Sotheby’s International Realty – Southampton…