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Homes that celebrate outdoor life and landscaping. Garden living with BoutiqueHomes… RIFUGIO LANZAGALLO, SICILY, ITALY On a ridge atop the beautiful countryside of Sicily sits this renovated old masseria, with a magnificent garden that includes a sun terrace with aromatic and flowering plants. Start the day at this table, enjoying a breakfast buffet of Sicilian […]

Practice stillness at these waterside homes… AZUL NOMEOLVIDES, BACALAR, QUINTANA ROO A true immersion into nature, these eco-conscious cabin rentals sit along the shores of the ethereal Bacalar Lake, dubbed the “Lake of Seven Colors.” Find serenity upon its floating platforms, a quick and fragrant amble down from the property’s lush gardens. EL COYOL, LAS […]

It’s a new year, time to rise to another level, with these stunning staircases. VILLA CAYOLA, TALMONT-SAINT-HILAIRE, FRANCE Designed by Paris-based architect Philippe Rizzotti, this BoutiqueHome is constructed entirely of birch plywood. Soft and understated, its incandescent rooms and cool corridors beg to be explored. MASSERIA MOROSETA, PUGLIA, ITALY We love the color white for […]

Warm up to these BoutiqueHomes with heavenly hearths. THE NOOQ, WHITEFISH, MONTANA What a design feat: rather than obstructing this snow globe of a view, this graceful fireplace enhances it. Located on the slopes of Whitefish and created by two French photographers, we recently added The Nooq to the collection. Needless to say, it’s getting […]

Stay in a lauded masterpiece. More than vacation rentals, these BoutiqueHomes are design and travel award winners. Pictured top: CASA MODESTA, ALGARVE, PORTUGAL. Winner of the 2017 Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence in Green Practices as well as an Architizer A+ Award the same year, the original house was built in the 1940s by […]

A slash of Blue – A sweep of Gray – Some scarlet patches on the way – Emily Dickinson, “A Slash of Blue” We pay tribute to the color of the skies and seas with these homes in blue around the world. VERANA, YELAPA, MEXICO Off the beaten track in a completely immersive experience, the […]

Our warmest rentals for summer in December, where the only ice around will be in your cocktail. GRACE BAY VILLA, TURKS & CAICOS This Alessandro Landi-designed holiday home, just steps from Grace Bay Beach, invites you to trade snow for sea, sand, and sun. Scuba diving is also coveted here, with barrier reefs along Providenciales […]

Pick a color… and go! Colorful spaces on BoutiqueHomes. LA TROPICAL VILLA, YUCATAN, MEXICO When the owners of this villa in Mérida were property hunting, they would look through old doorways or windows to see what lay beyond. And in bringing this space to life, that was their inspiration – creating a world within a […]

Bold designs for the heart of the home… creative kitchens on BoutiqueHomes. PALAZZO DE TAJA APARTAMENTO, SIENA, ITALY From the lovely bones of this 16th-century palazzo comes a sleek new space that honors its history with a sense of lightness, allowing both the past and the present to shine. VILLA OLIVI, LE MARCHE, ITALY The […]

Discover the beauty of living right by the water’s edge, in these vacation home rentals and small hotels all over the world. ANZAN HOUSE, LAKE ATITLAN, GUATEMALA Situated on almost three acres of lush gardens, forests and orchards, this home is perched above the shores of magical, mystical Lake Atitlan, with magnificent views of the […]

Light and luminous homes, what dream destinations are made of. NOSTRANO TRULLO, PUGLIA, ITALY This Puglian escape has all the unique charms and historical significance of the many trulli that dot the hillsides of the Valle d’Itria, with an added warmth and dreamy artistry that connects past and present. CASA LOLA, TRANCOSO, BRAZIL This chic […]

Spread a little joy in these homes with yellow highlights… CASA AZIMUTE, ESTREMOZ, PORTUGAL Named after the Arabic word for a celestial coordinate, this sunny space in the peace and quiet of the Alentejo is also perfect for gazing at the stars by night. A little piece of heaven on earth. VILLA MABROUKA, ESSAOUIRA, MOROCCO […]

Chic & Cheap rentals that feel like cabin living. FRISIAN FARMHOUSE, HEMELUM, NETHERLANDS The owners of this former farmhouse in Friesland spent many years living on the Caribbean island of Curacao, and have recreated a chilled island vibe, with interiors that are cool, modern, bright and playful. PIONEER TRAIL RETREAT, JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA Perfectly attuned […]

Craftsmanship we love… The inspired beauty of brick walls. INDRANI LODGE, GENAPPE, BELGIUM Intricately-designed vaulted brick ceilings and spacious interiors form a dramatic backdrop for a chic array of contemporary décor in this converted 14th-century lodge. An inspired blend of cool, contrasting design. HALES HALL, NORFOLK, ENGLAND This stately home is what remains of a […]

The elemental beauty of black. Visit these homes for inspiration. CASA VIOLETA, GRANADA, NICARAGUA A vibrant sensorial experience, this Nicaraguan villa is alive with an abundance of texture, color, and eclectic style. Beautifully designed and crafted, it celebrates global design and the unique culture of Central America. COSMOS [O N E], LVIV, UKRAINE Transparency and […]

Historical homes with a modern twist… Pictured top THE WATER CASTLE, SPLIT, CROATIA. Standing impressively along the Adriatic Sea, with picturesque views of nearby Split and the bay of Kastela, this ancient structure exudes a calm strength and fairytale charm. PALAZZO FERRAMOSCA, PUGLIA, ITALY An oasis of peace and refinement, this Puglian villa transports you to […]

Explore the Balearic Islands… a sun-kissed archipelago. CAN MIRET, MALLORCA The simple beauty and ease of Mediterranean living never go out of style, and this vacation home in Mallorca dresses it in classic vintage design and plenty of creative inspiration. SANTA GERTRUDIS VILLA, IBIZA This home is set within a lush interior forest on a […]

Cabins in the woods… the perfect places to unwind. Here are a few of our favorites, from Norway to Ohio. WONDERINN MIRRORED GLASS CABIN, AKERSHUS, NORWAY This magical cabin was created by a nomadic couple who fell in love with the view, the forest, the animals, and the seclusion. “We wanted to draw people into […]

Explore these homes and small hotels in Umbria, a land known as the green heart of Italy. For obvious reasons. SPELLO GARDEN VILLA, SPELLO This stone villa was designed around the colors, scents and culture of the Umbrian countryside. The lush and private gardens allow plenty of space for lounging by the plunge pool, with […]

Welcome! Homes that make grand entrances. Pictured top: CASA AYEHUALCO, MORELOS, MEXICO. Set in a rugged canyon adjacent to the El Tepozteco National Park, this imposing home, created by architect Diego Villasenor, is an expressive example of organic architecture composed in stone, wood and adobe, that appears to emerge directly from nature itself. BARRANCE OESTE 39, […]

Living in shades of blue. Blue never felt so good… CASA LOLA, BAHIA, BRAZIL We love the modern rustic feel, the use of natural materials and the attention to detail here. Thoughtfully designed and welcoming to the senses, this chic retreat invites you to enjoy the laid-back Brazilian lifestyle. SANTA GERTRUDIS VILLA, IBIZA, SPAIN The cool, Scandinavian-inspired themes […]

Stay with BoutiqueHomes — and experience these art and furniture collections firsthand. CHÂTEAU DE MARTERET, GASCOGNE, FRANCE With the help of more than 20 well-known artists, like Spencer Fung, Eriko Horiki, Antoni Gaudi and Nestor Perkal, this restored chateau has been turned into a designer hideaway with a striking collection of contemporary art. PALAZZO DELL’ELEFANTE […]

From a historical Mexican residence washed in bold, saturated hues, to a cool, converted fisherman’s house in Sicily shot through with bolts of blue and pops of yellow… we bring you living color from homes and small hotels around the world. Pictured top: Ana Ana Artistic Habitat, Portimao, Portugal. EL PORTICO, MERIDA, MEXICO A stately […]

Discover these entrancing Hawaiian hideaways on BoutiqueHomes… ECO LUXE LONGHOUSE, KOLOA, KAUAI Far away ocean and jungle views, rural silence and the relaxing spirit of aloha… Gently inhabiting its environment, this house offers the best of low impact, cool style and modern tropical living. LAVA FLOW HOUSE, PAHOA, BIG ISLAND Set within the ancient and […]