Unique homes are spreading like wildfire, with each new creation being wilder and more quirky than before. Steve and Nancy, a creative couple from Dallas, dreamed up a new concept for short-term rental. The idea came from a sweet childhood story. Steve's grandfather asked his daydreaming son if he would …

New York's landmark, the JW Marriott Essex House, opened its door in 1932. Long before the Billionaire's row started to grow at Central Park's southern edge. Over time, the beige brick structure has taken on a monumental air. Beautiful Art Deco details and rounded-cornered windows may be seen at the …

The Malibu Rocky Oaks branding started as a wine label in 2003, founded by Howard Leight. The 37-acre magical land on the rolling hills of Malibu became one of the most highly-rated vineyards. The happy combination of the Mediterranean microclimate and volcanic soil resulted in uniquely colored and aromatic wines. …

During the first full year of the pandemic, interior designer Jay Jeffers decided to see a 19th-century mansion on the outskirts of Healdsburg, a lively Wine-Country town. He was not on a mission to buy a property, but the 1881 mansion with majestic views of the Dry Creek Valley took …

Aspen established itself as the mecca of ski enthusiasts, and it's one of the world's most famous ski resorts. The popular retreat is renowned for celebrity sightings, exquisite restaurants, luxurious hotels, lively après-ski entertainment, great shops, and four mountains with impressive ski areas. Aspen's mining heritage is incorporated into the …

Silver Lake is a trendy neighborhood in Los Angeles frequented by a young crowd looking for the coolest dive bars, music venues, coffee shops, and restaurants. The east-central region of LA is famous for its architecturally significant buildings and the centrally located Silver Lake Reservoir. Los Angeles has been portrayed …

The San Francisco Proper Hotel is housed in a historic flatiron building in the emerging Mid-Market neighborhood. The world-famed designer Kelly Wearstler was behind the creative works on San Francisco's newest boutique hotel. Her previous works include the [Viceroy Miami](https://www.uniqhotels.com/viceroy-miami), and she is famous for using old-style stately wallpapers. So, …

In the Roaring Twenties, Casa del Mar was the hotspot for Hollywood stars. The former beach club, originally opened in 1926, has then developed into one of the most luxurious beach hotels in Santa Monica. It's called "the house of the sea", but the five-story building looks more like a …

The masterminds behind the unique Geneseo Inn concept are Steve Cass and Ted Plemons, who hired a talented architect to design an innovative bed and breakfast. Walter Perry of Ecotech Design was the architect of the eight cabins that make up the boutique hotel nestled in the rolling hills. With …

The Hungarian-born Marcel Breuer was a modernist architect and furniture designer who learned his skills at the world-famous Bauhaus art school. Some of his most notable designs were in Brutalist architecture style. In 1970 a fine example of Brutalism was erected in the neighborhood of Long Wharf in New Haven, …

In the heart of one of California's most famous valleys lies a hotel so magnificent and robust that it was recreated for one of the world's scariest movies. Welcome to the Ahwahnee Hotel, which opened its doors in 1927. Timberline Lodge is known for appearing as Overlook Hotel's exterior in …

The TWA Hotel at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport is a mecca for aviation enthusiasts, especially those who lived through the times when TWA (Trans World Airlines) prospered. Located right next to terminal 5, the hotel gave a new life to the former TWA Flight Center, originally designed …

Nestled amidst lush Vermont countryside, this hidden resort offers four accommodations and delicious food, wine, and alcohol throughout your stay, all-inclusive. However, all guests must be over 16 years old. The adult atmosphere of the resort makes Twin Farms the destination for the perfect honeymoon or romantic getaway for two. …

The eight-bedroom (plus crew sleeping quarters) bed and breakfast hotel is located 32 miles (52 km) off the east coast of North Carolina, standing on four poles 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The Frying Pan Hotel is not for the faint of heart or those fearing heights. The …

Welcome to a picture-perfect Western film set where you can pretend to be the Sheriff. Or the saloon owner who sets the prices of the goods. Or a banker that owns shiny gold bars in a classic vault. The cowboy town is all yours! But, if you are like me, …

Hicksville Trailer Palace is no ordinary place. It's the ultimate adult's playground for the outdoorsy crowd. The camping is dog-friendly, adults-only (that means 21+ in the USA!), and supports the 420 ("wake and bake") movement - there is even a dedicated vape room for smokers. The cool factor got even …

Volcano House hotel is located across Crater Rim Drive at the caldera's edge in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. At the heart of the park are the Kīlauea and Mauna Loa active volcanoes. Since Volcano House's opening, many eruptions have taken place. Most recently from 2008 to 2018 and then …

AutoCamp's unique approach has cracked the secret of camping with dignity. It takes everything we love about camping and packages it without the discomforts. Spa-inspired bathrooms? Mid-century clubhouse with in-and-outdoor firepits and wine tastings? It doesn't sound like your usual camping experience at all. And then there is the location. …

The Mark Hotel's long legacy goes back to 1927 when the renaissance revival style building was erected in the heart of New York City. Since its inauguration, the hotel has received a long list of awards and recognitions for its exceptional services and hospitality. Jacques Grange, one of the greatest …

Back to school has never sounded more tempting. Located in a former Catholic schoolhouse in Bend, Oregon, McMenamins Old St. Francis School is a hotel with a twist. The original suites are housed in old classrooms, and the recent extensions stay very much on theme with namesakes such as Donna …