Home Away From Home
It’s certainly been a roller coaster of a year for many of us and travel may not be on the top of your list. Seeing as though everyone still needs to get away for a little break we’ve come up with our top choices for private stays on hotel properties.
We love the idea of a private residence or villa to take the time and immerse yourself in a destination, however they aren’t always attainable to include all the creature comforts combined with a great location. Many of our favorite resort properties have the best of both worlds with private cottages or villas. Why compromise on privacy or convenience when you can have both? Of course, demand is high so booking in advance is highly recommended.
Cabo San Lucas
Las Ventanas is not only our top hotel choice in Cabo, but they have fabulous villas and the Ty Warner Mansion is surely worth noting. What more can you ask for with top notch service and fabulous accommodations? Villas range from 1 to 3 bedrooms with a variety of choices all the way to the Ty Warner Mansion. Imagine basking in the reflection pool with a view of the ocean and a massage ony steps away. Poised directly on the water's edge with panoramic views over the Sea of Cortez, exclusive Ty Warner Mansion is the ultimate hideaway at Latin America’s most lauded resort. Encompassing 28,000 square feet, the exceptionally private sanctuary was created by renowned architect Jorge Torres with interiors by Robert Couturier.
Paris
La Reserve is one of our favorite hotels in the city of lights and they also have their own apartments. At 10 place du Trocadéro in the 16th arrondisement, experience the capital in a supremely intimate way, with the Eiffel Tower as a neighbor. Your contemporary 1,500 to 3,000 sq ft apartment offers you the freedom of a home away from home, complete with a range of services including a butler, concierge, housekeeper, security, and valet parking. Head over to their main hotel close to Champs Elysees for spa treatments and world class dining to complete your Parisian experience.
Tuscany
Situated within one of the oldest and best-preserved estates in Tuscany, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is infused with breathtaking natural beauty, Italian heritage and lifestyle, and a vibrant culture defined by centuries of history and traditions. Paired with a stunning location in the Tuscan countryside and unrivaled service, we see it as a slam dunk for your next visit to Italy. Tuscan wine and cuisine, cultural gems to explore, nature walks and biking, off-the-beaten-track itineraries all to be explored here.
Lake Tahoe
Last fall, Edgewood Tahoe debuted seven new, stand-alone Villa Suites with 2 to 5 bedroom options, with the most stunning scenic backdrops that Lake Tahoe has to offer. Adjacent to the main lodge and fronting the 8th and 9th fairways, the Villa Suites are ideal for family gatherings, wedding parties or multi-generation vacations. The Villa Suites are right in the middle of all that Edgewood has to offer, while retaining the seclusion of a private piece of Edgewood on the beautiful shores of Lake Tahoe.
Provence
Between Ménerbes and Bonnieux, you will see an elegant house dating from the 18th century. A country farmhouse restored in the pure tradition of a Provençal bastide. Nestled in the heart of 23 hectares of vineyards, La Bastide de Marie flourishes with authentic roots and offers you a setting conducive to relaxation under the Epicurean sun. The house is reached by walking down a path lined with cypress trees, century-old olive trees and the bewitching scent of lavender. We love Le Mas, the larger of 2 villas on property for its size and location, only a 10 minute walk to the main house.
Santa Barbara
Spread across seven acres of secluded gardens, Belmond El Encanto opened in 1918 and has been part of Santa Barbara’s social scene ever since. The resort is gleaming and glamorous, yet relaxed and low key. The kind of place that invites you to recline poolside, breathe in the ocean air, and sip a glass of crisp local wine. We love the bungalows and specialty suites here for their stand alone privacy on property.