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Palm Beach, a Taste for Regency

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Imagine the pleasure of coming to photograph a home only to realize that it was the former residence of a good friend…and then to see that this Regency jewel has… Read More

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An Island Enclave in Palm Beach

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Everglades Island, a thin sliver of land floating just off Palm Beach in the Intracoastal Waterway, is an enclave just a short causeway from South County Road. As with many … Read More

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Palm Beach and its Vias

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While I await my trip to New Zealand, I have to focus on something other than the icy snow with which we are stuck…and which is going nowhere fast! And… Read More

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Loggias and Lanais, Palm Beach Style

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Loggias and lanais, these two words just sound so romantic…recalling tropical breezes, lazy afternoons with a drink in hand or relaxing after a morning swim. The “easy life,” slow and… Read More

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A Rare Offering at Historic Bonniecrest

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Having chronicled the gorgeous and historic Newport mansion, Bonniecrest, in a blog September 2024, I smiled at the serendipity that a beautifully appointed condominium within this landmark manor house is… Read More

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Champ Soleil: An Historic Estate Comes on the Market in Newport

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By any measure, 1929 was not an auspicious year…except, perhaps, in Newport. For that was the year that an exquisite version of the hunting lodge at Versailles, La Lanterne, was built… Read More

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The Royce, a New Hotel Concept

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Life‘s special moments are a reason to come together! For a town that celebrates for so many reasons, and in so many ways, a timely hospitality concept has just opened in… Read More

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Majestic Seafair

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There’s always a story in Newport and as we head into the spring season, this gripping tale from my book, Private Newport, deserves to be retold. Few in Newport recognize… Read More

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Swan House, an Atlanta Treasure Part 2

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As last week’s post promised, I will focus today on the West Facade of Swan House, strictly Italian in derivation, and in marked contrast to the East Facade with its… Read More

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Swan House, an Atlanta Treasure

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On my recent trip to Atlanta I had a singular goal in mind…to capture the sumptuous beauty and history of Swan House, one of the most elegant (former) private homes… Read More

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The slip covers are on in the library, Sweet William is dressed up with ladies mantle for the breakfast table and house guests are about to arrive. It’s Newport flower show time! Let the festivities begin. #privatenewport
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The slip covers are on in the library, Sweet William is dressed up with ladies mantle for the breakfast table and house guests are about to arrive. It’s Newport flower show time! Let the festivities begin. #privatenewport
#newportflowershow
#parterregardens

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Boston is a breathtaking city in the spring, especially as seen in the historic and charming town houses of Beacon Hill and their gardens. Join me on the blog for a stroll through these historic, dreamy views to include the prestigious Louisburg Square.
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Boston is a breathtaking city in the spring, especially as seen in the historic and charming town houses of Beacon Hill and their gardens. Join me on the blog for a stroll through these historic, dreamy views to include the prestigious Louisburg Square. 
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Yearning for a bit of London?
It never ceases to pull at my heartstrings… scoot over to the blog for some memorable daydreaming (link in bio)
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Yearning for a bit of London?
It never ceases to pull at my heartstrings… scoot over to the blog for some memorable daydreaming (link in bio)
#doorsoflondon
#royaldoors
#londoninthespring

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A sneak peek at the Tulip Extravaganza to be seen at Arundel Castle, England in late April. Breathtaking beyond words!
Scoot over to todays blog for more yummy images… and springtime inspiration.

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A sneak peek at the Tulip Extravaganza to be seen at Arundel Castle, England in late April. Breathtaking beyond words!
Scoot over to todays blog for more yummy images… and springtime inspiration. 

#desingingwithtulips
#tulipsinthelandscape
#arundelcastletulipfestival

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Brilliant stately tulips, soft fluffy lilac, majestic cardoons — a taste of what I’m looking forward to as I head to Surrey, Sussex and London. Scoot over to the blog and enjoy some of the memory-making gardens from past trips to England. (Link in bio)

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Brilliant stately tulips, soft fluffy lilac, majestic cardoons — a taste of what I’m looking forward to as I head to Surrey, Sussex and London. Scoot over to the blog and enjoy some of the memory-making gardens from past trips to England. (Link in bio)

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Pairing daffodils with Newport’s illustrious private residences…a beyond charming Tea House, a replica of an 18th century Samuel McIntire creation in Darby,MA,atBellevue House
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Pairing daffodils with Newport’s illustrious private residences…a beyond charming Tea House, a replica of an 18th century Samuel McIntire creation in Darby,MA,atBellevue House
Scoot over to the blog for more daffodil beauty. Link in bio
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