Mary Cate Long

Surf’s Up: Here’s The Perfect Malibu Weekend Itinerary

By Mary Cate Long / December 10, 2021 /

Malibu has long been akin to heaven on earth in the American imagination — where celebrities and surf bums alike find refuge in the natural beauty of the California coast outside of Los Angeles. These 27 oceanside miles truly do make for a great weekend getaway or (if you’re lucky) for a fabulous second home.…

Pick Between Two Park City Mountain Mansions: Splurge or Steal?

By Mary Cate Long / December 7, 2021 /

Park City, Utah, has the magic of small-town charm paired with two expansive ski resorts on each side. Take your pick between these two ski-in, ski-out mountain mansions in Park City: coming in at around the same size, one comes with a $20 million price tag and the other, a comparative bargain, at $7.95 million.…

Which Cozy Catskill Victorian Would You Choose?

By Mary Cate Long / November 23, 2021 /

If you’ve been listening to Taylor Swift’s re-release of “All Too Well” and dreamily imagining upstate escapes where “autumn leaves fall down like pieces into place,” then you’ll be interested in this week’s Splurge vs. Steal. Then again, if you’re anyone who appreciates a beautiful natural setting full of art and history within easy reach…

Splurge Vs Steal: Shiny New Modern or ’70s Charm in Marin, California?

By Mary Cate Long / November 16, 2021 /

Across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco lies a magical county known as Marin. This area is perfect for those who wish to be within easy reach of one of the country’s most dynamic cities while also enjoying a peaceful, nature-centric atmosphere. Marin is home to redwood forests, beaches, and mountains. Plus, quick…

3 Reasons Telluride Always Tops ‘Best U.S. Ski Town’ Lists

By Mary Cate Long / November 9, 2021 /

Somehow, we’ve made it more than a week into November and, while that may trigger a little bit of holiday shopping panic for some, it means something positive to others: ski season is near.  The U.S. is blessed with a range of great ski spots from Montana to Vermont. But Telluride, Colorado, is one that…