Mansions

A plaque commemorating James (Boy) Dunsmuir was unveiled Friday at Hatley Castle, where he spent his school holidays, stabled his horse and kept his dogs. Dunsmuir was on his way to England in 1915, eager to fight in the Great War, when he died in the sinking of the Lusitania by two German torpedoes. He … Continue reading »

Published: 09:48 EST, 9 July 2016 | Updated: 10:16 EST, 9 July 2016 An incredible Spanish-style mansion with sweeping views of Sydney’s harbour and a private library has hit the market. Constructed just as the finishing touches were being made to the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the four-bedroom home is nestled among the hills of Vaucluse, … Continue reading »

Video: Aerial tour of Allerton Park» more Videographer: John Dixon Above Allerton Park, an aerial journey through Piatt County’s gem on the prairie.  Image Image Image I’d recommend taking Sunday’s tour of Allerton Mansion if only for the chance to bump into the “Lady in White.” She’s the ghost of either Robert Allerton’s stepmother or … Continue reading »

This 5,800-square-foot Amagansett property listed for $12.995 million proves that it’s hip to be square. The futuristic mansion on 1.84 acres that seems to float above the landscape includes six bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms and a variety of ocean and bay views. Designed by Barnes & Coy Architects, the modern, “squared-off” interior matches the striking architecture, … Continue reading »

• The best hotels in Germany So you had better bring your posh frocks – and best accents. If you want to live that particular dream, that is. You could also come here with no interest in history whatsoever and simply see it as a rather wonderful place in which to spend some well-earned downtime … Continue reading »

Harry Styles is opening up the doors to his multi-million dollar mansion, selling his Beverly Hills bachelor pad for a whopping $3.175 million. Sitting at 3,000 square feet, Styles’ home boasts five bedrooms and three-and-a-half-bathrooms. Other stunning features include floor-to-ceiling windows, wooden beam ceilings, expansive grassy lawn, an open bridge connecting the lot’s two wings, and an … Continue reading »

Internet mogul Kim Dotcom’s former mansion in Coatsville has been sold, after spending four months on the market. The 12-bedroom house had a rateable value of $23.55 million in 2014. It was listed for sale earlier this year, under sale by tender. Barfoot & Thompson would not provide details on the buyer or purchase price … Continue reading »

After lounging on a comfortable sofa in front of an open fire in the drawing room trying to choose between the 22 gins on offer, next door in the equally gracious dining room, John’s cooking, like top-notch French provincial cuisine, sees the best of local ingredients prepared with simple perfection and complemented by a comprehensive … Continue reading »

Courtesy Nelson-Moe Properties/Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Just a few weeks after its return to the market at a reduced price, John Lautner’s Elrod House in Palm Springs is in escrow, its listing agent confirmed with Curbed. The Modernist residence was put up for $8 million dollars in late May, and was reportedly the subject of … Continue reading »

Published: 17:28 EST, 8 July 2016 | Updated: 18:08 EST, 8 July 2016 Invisible: The Clooneys have been virtually invisible in their home village of Sonning There was much anticipation among the residents of Sonning when George and Amal Clooney finally moved into their 17th century mansion earlier this year after an intensive, 18-month long refurbishment. The … Continue reading »