Stay here.....Napa, California

Before I tell you about this fabulous rental, I would like to wish all of the Mothers out there a Happy Mother's Day. Hope your day is surrounded with love. This week's rental transports you to old world Italy by way of Napa, California.  Named Villa Nel Bosco, this fabulous home has 4 bedrooms, 2 and a half baths and sits on over 3 acres of gorgeous Napa County landscape complete with vineyard.  A pool, hot tub, fire pit, BBQ and Bocce quart are all designed to take advantage of the beautiful surroundings and ideal California climate.  Other amenities include a professional grade kitchen, DVD, iPod docking station, Wifi, fireplace and washer and dryer for guest convenience.  Furnishings are chic and rustic with modern touches throughout and blend perfectly with the surroundings.   For rates and reservations on this fabulous rental, click here.

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

Stay here.....Corsica, France

Happy Friday! Hope this finds you ready for a wonderful weekend.  This week's rental has an abundance of history and architectural significance.  Just the kind of stuff  I love.  Located on the island of Corsica in France, Couvent Corse was at one time, a Franciscan convent that over the years, had fallen into despair.  It took an artist to see the beauty and have the vision and time to bring this property back to life for all to enjoy.  This is a large rental which includes the monastery, baroque chapel and ample gardens. The seven uniquely decorated bedrooms were once the nuns chambers and reflect the simple yet elegant architecture that makes this place so beautiful.  Fully functional kitchen , Wifi and 4 bathrooms provide accommodations for small and large groups.  Enjoy the exceptional climate on Corsica and stay in a piece of history.  Can you say destination wedding?  Well, even if you're not getting married, Couvent Corse would be a memorable stay your not soon to forget.  For additional information and reservations, click here.

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

Stay here.....Brooklyn, NY

Ready for the weekend? Feel like getting away for a few days?  How about staying at this Fabulous Rental located in Brooklyn's Historic Greenspoint District.  Located on a quiet tree lined street, this townhouse has all of the amenities you could want and includes the bonus of a rooftop terrace with barbecue, refrigerator, table and sun chairs.  This townhouse has one Master Bedroom with a 6' claw foot tub and a sleeping loft with a double bed.  The decor is an eclectic mix of vintage finds and antiques that create a unique and inviting space.  Amenities include the basics such as Wifi, TV with cable and a washer and dryer in the basement.  Rates for this fabulous townhouse start at $155 per night.  For reservations and additional information, click here.

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

From the Ground Up....

Rugs are an important element in any room.  They anchor furniture and create a boundary for different seating areas.  In some cases, they act as artwork in the room with vivid color and pattern.  For neutral rugs like seagrass and sisal, they add texture and can be layered with additional rugs or left natural.  Neutral rugs can be used in any type of decor and are a good starting point if you like to change the decor around often.  There are several places that I always like to put a rug.  I use seagrass the most because it is durable, natural and I find it to be the most versatile.  Living rooms (primarily anchoring the coffee table and seating around that), dining rooms (large enough for the table and chairs to be on it and have room around it) and bedrooms (foot of the bed ) are the most common places for me to put rugs.  Offices usually have one that covers the floor under the desk and the seating in front of the desk.  For bedrooms, I like to use something that is soft underfoot and experiment with color.  How about rugs in the kitchen?  Why not?  I have a rug in my kitchen under a vintage table that I use as an island and I love it.  It is a very durable jute rug that has a lot of texture and adds a furniture feel to my kitchen.  With 2 kids, 1 husband and two dogs, these rugs go through a lot and surprisingly stand up extremely well.  Another option for rugs is to use them as wall hangings.  This can look incredible as long as the rug is a good quality and the size is large enough.  Antique rugs add character and act as a unique element in the space.  They are timeless and expensive but can last a lifetime.  To me, rugs not only define a space, they set the tone for the decor and are an essential element in any room. The great thing about rugs is that they are available in all price ranges and come with endless options and combinations .  Here are some great rooms for visual inspiration. 

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Don't forget to check out the Guest House Shop once in a while too!  I'm going to be adding some new (old) goodies this week.  Have a great day!

 

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

Stay here.....Paris, France

Happy Friday and Happy Easter to everyone! This weeks' rental is a beautiful Bohemian artist's penthouse in the St. Germain des Pres, Paris, France.  This rental is a blend of colors and patterns with French antiques, Indian fabrics and original artwork scattered throughout.  This penthouse boasts beautiful panoramic views of Paris from it's fifth floor location (yes, I said 5th floor) so by the time your legs stop burning and you catch your breath (totally kidding) when you get inside, you will be rewarded with a beautiful view plus complimentary wine and fresh flowers. That's worth it, isn't it? This unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and can accommodate 4 lucky guests. This rental also has a fully equipped kitchen with Cornu stove, an organic market close by, private balcony and many more unique features. Rates for this fabulous rental start at $2,750usd for the week.  For additional information and reservations, click here.

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.