Mary Cate Long

The Coolest Offbeat Airbnbs for a Weekend Trip

By Mary Cate Long / April 12, 2022 /

From staying in a 186-foot deep missile silo in Roswell, New Mexico, to a llama farm outside Waco, Texas, these Airbnbs are truly one-of-a-kind weekend stays.  Wine Barrel Tree House in Fredericksburg, TX Stay in an enchanting little treehouse in Fredericksburg. Fitting for the Napa of Texas, the design is giving wine barrel energy. Although…

Splurge vs. Steal: Pastoral or Waterfront in the Hamptons

By Mary Cate Long / April 5, 2022 /

Is there any second home locale as iconic as the Hamptons? Super-rich New Yorkers have long escaped the city to spend summers in the Hamptons, reveling in the bucolic atmosphere and beachside fun.  Which of these Bridgehampton retreats would you choose: the waterfront contemporary for a Splurge or the elegantly-designed, farmhouse-chic vibe for a Steal?…

These Are Some of the Most Expensive Airbnbs in North America

By Mary Cate Long / March 29, 2022 /

For many of us, $10,000 is a sizable sum of money. For others, $10k is just the starting point for a night’s luxurious accommodation. From Telluride to Joshua Tree, these Airbnbs are some of the most expensive listings in North America. If you had a few thousand dollars to spare, which of these would you…

Classic or Modern in Whitefish, Montana

By Mary Cate Long / March 22, 2022 /

Whitefish is a nature lover’s dream, situated on the edge of Glacier National Park in northwest Montana. It’s a renowned ski destination, it’s privy to gorgeous views of Whitefish Lake and the surrounding Rocky Mountains and there’s a charming town center with local shops and no “big-box” chain retail. Our Splurge Vs Steal this week…

Splurge vs Steal in The Glamorous Hollywood Hills

By Mary Cate Long / March 16, 2022 /

Ah, the ever-iconic house party in the Hollywood Hills. We’ve all seen it in the movies — the Los Angeles nighttime skyline sparkling in the background beyond the infinity pool as prestigious producers, celebrities, and wannabe actresses mingle in a contemporary mansion. (Yes, I am basically just summarizing the second scene of La La Land.)…