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Mexican Architecture
Some Mexican walls we actually like… Head south of the border for homes full of color and style. Pictured top: the wildly original beach house Holbox Villa, on Holbox Island in a mostly undiscovered...
View ArticleHales Hall Cottage, Norfolk, England, UK
This is a beautiful cottage for a family wanting to explore the wilds of Norfolk. Located on a 15th-century estate and surrounded in rolling countryside and farmland, it’s within easy distance of the...
View ArticleHales Hall Gatehouse, Norfolk, England, UK
A charming little house set in the grounds of a large Norfolk estate, the Gatehouse at Hales Hall checks all the boxes when it comes to romantic, historical homes – and it’s very affordable too. Built...
View ArticleHales Hall, Loddon, Norfolk, UK
The stately Hales Hall, just outside of Loddon in Norfolk, is what remains of a Tudor mansion built in 1478 by Sir James Hobart, Attorney General to Henry VII. Unsurprisingly, it’s a lavish affair. In...
View ArticleChez Georges, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Brazilian architect Wladimir Alves de Souza is often noted for his expertise and finesse in integrating his work within its environment, and this holiday home in Rio de Janeiro is no exception. Placed...
View ArticleLe Mas de SO, Provence, France
Discovered in ruins by a French couple, this former farm property in Provence was transformed over a three year period into a spacious and elegant property designed for large groups. Set in over three...
View ArticlePort-en-Bessin Loft, Normandy, France
This vacation home for rent in Normandy located in the heart of the charming fishing port of Port-en-Bessin is just steps from the sea, and is an ideal little hideaway from which to explore the coastal...
View ArticlePort-en-Bessin Apartment, Normandy, France
Located in the center of the small fishing port of Port-en-Bessin, a few steps from the sea, this vacation home for rent in Normandy is a charming pied-a-terre in the heart of the village and harbor...
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Small Personal Museums – Asia
After reading Orhan Pamuk’s Museum of Innocence, we were inspired to find out more about some of the small personal museums he describes in the final chapters. Little spaces all over the world, filled...
View ArticleIt’s all in the details…
Our site curator Veronique Lievre developed an eye for design exploring flea markets with her father. And the treasure hunting continues today in her work with BoutiqueHomes. Join us as we explore...
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We’re Heinz Legler and Veronique Lievre, and we created BoutiqueHomes to fill a gap in the vacation rental market, to share homes that stood out from the crowd. In this video, we talk about how it all...
View ArticleHarbor Apartment, Port-en-Bessin, Normandy France
This vacation home for rent in Normandy located in the heart of the charming fishing port of Port-en-Bessin is just steps from the sea, and is an ideal hideaway from which to explore the coastal areas....
View ArticleSailor’s Apartment, Port-en-Bessin, France
This vacation home for rent in Normandy located in the heart of the charming fishing port of Port-en-Bessin is just steps from the sea, and is an ideal hideaway from which to explore the coastal areas....
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Conversation with Marisa Osorio Farinha
In many ways, Casa dos Passaros is typical of Portugal’s Alto Alentejo region – with its bleached white limestone exteriors, ochre trim, and granite stonework. But when you step inside the house, you...
View ArticleClapham Apartment, London, England
One of several row houses along a residential street in Clapham north, this vacation home rental in London is just minutes from the high street, restaurants, pubs and nightlife. The fourth in a handful...
View ArticlePaolina Borghese Apartment, Rome, Italy
Inspired by the life of Paolina Borghese, famous for her beauty and luxurious lifestyle, this vacation home rental in Rome sits adjacent to the Villa Borghese where her statue famously resides. Located...
View ArticleSan Miguel Apartment, Madrid, Spain
Directly adjacent to the Plaza Mayor and the famous Mercado de San Miguel, this vacation home rental in Madrid is a fresh and lively update of a 19th century apartment. Housed on the second floor with...
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Winter is Coming
Some like it hot, some like it cold. If you’re looking for a winter escape, there are plenty of options, whether you want to chill by the pool, or warm your toes by the fireside. Here are our favorite...
View ArticleIos Beach House, Ios, Greece
A chic fusion of traditional Grecian architecture and contemporary style, this beach house rental in Greece sits in striking contrast to the arid landscape, drawing you in and out towards the sea. Set...
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Conversation with Astrid Barbey and Laurence Berdeaux
In Port-en-Bessin, a small Normandy fishing harbor between the D-Day beaches and Mont Saint-Michel, only two and a half hours from Paris, Astrid Barbey and Laurence Berdeaux have opened nine different...
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