By Kimberly Turner International Ski Resorts Seeing Long-Term Stability FRANCE — European ski resorts are no longer snowed-in with the global economic downturn, according to a recent report from Knight Frank. Sales activity in French alpine resorts has proved strong within areas such as Courchevel, Meribel, Megeve and Val D’lsere. The best properties are drawing [...]
By Gina Kramer Pamper yourself in elegance and resort-style living in this spectacular single-level custom estate listed by New York Jets Running Back LaDainian Tomlinson. Consisting of two separate parcels totaling over 13 acres with mountain views in the beautiful country city of Poway, Calif., this 4-bedroom, 5-bath home features a backyard tropical oasis designed [...]
Prices are down, presenting rare opportunities for buyers in famed Orange County, Calif. By Kimberly Turner “The OC’s” coastal white-sand beaches and perfectly warm temperatures always have commanded great attention from homebuyers. Here, between educated buyers and a sluggish market, prices of homes have seen a 30- to 60-percent drop and deals continue for buyers. [...]
Hillside retreats are increasing in popularity on this Caribbean jewel. By Susmita Baral Synonymous with decadence, Saint Barthélemy (“St. Barth”) is a premier destination for beach lovers and luxury enthusiasts alike with its world-class beaches and European sophistication. A typical day on the chic island — known as the French Riviera of the Caribbean — [...]
Sales are up in this tropical oasis. By Gina Kramer Amidst white-sand beaches, lush mango trees, some of the area’s most pristine water views and the vibrant restaurants, art galleries and boutiques of a very chic yet relaxed Atlantic Avenue, is the South Floridian village of Delray Beach. Whether for full-time or part-time living, more [...]
By Camilla McLaughlin Anywhere in the country, the limestone mansion featured on our cover would be a stunning buy, but its Texas location, on Lake Ray Hubbard only 20 miles from downtown Dallas, makes it even more compelling. “This is one of the largest lots on the lake and one of the only ones with [...]
Global cachet on the slopes, in the city or at the beach By Kimberly Turner Constructed using wood and natural stone in the traditional Savoyard-style, luxurious three- and four-bedroom chalets are set for completion in December 2012 in the Les Balcons de la Chapelle, a new development in Meribel, France. Built by Terresens, these residences [...]
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By Camilla McLaughlin Some homes are designed solely to take advantage of the views. In others, the views are incidental to a wonderful house. In the stunning estate in Aspen’s exclusive Starwood section on our cover, both work in tandem. The house maximizes the views while the panorama of peaks extending almost 70 miles takes [...]
