Elegant Whimsy

America is in love with foragers. The immense popularity of shows like American Pickers, Cash in the Attic and Auction Hunters has introduced the…

State of Grace

State of Grace

One might expect that the former home of a clergyman and his family would have a certain “grace” about it. But graciousness? Well, that’s…

A Visual Feast

A Visual Feast

There’s an old adage that says, “Too many cooks spoil the broth.” That may be true in the culinary world, but when it comes…

Four Luxe Baths

Four Luxe Baths

The perfect bath is a restorative retreat with a touch of glamour…here are four that pull out all the stops. Lush Life This spacious,…

An Exquisite Mélange

An Exquisite Mélange

Once the summertime retreat of the Low Country gentry, Flat Rock is justifiably proud of its heritage. “Little Charleston of the Mountains,” as it…

A Perfect Place

A Perfect Place

They could have settled anywhere.  Ben Bethell, who is British, and his lovely, Russian-born wife, Valia, have traveled the world. They have owned homes…

Addition to Tradition

Addition to Tradition

It has all the elements of a Hallmark Channel situation comedy: loving (yet practical) parents, five energetic kids, a collection of dogs, cats, birds…

Upward Mobility

Upward Mobility

There are those who believe that you need to travel to exotic locales in order to experience the superlative. The local and familiar are…

Prairie Panache

Prairie Panache

Over a decade ago, a particular couple — ranchers from the lower Rio Grande Valley — was passing through on their way back from…