This stunning property with magnificent views across the rolling hills to the Pacific Ocean is right up my alley! The style, the use of materials, the decor … and it is situated in one of my favorite parts in the world: the Byron Bay hinterland in Australia. Nestled on 120 acres on top of Picadilly Hill, The Range is a
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A Cozy Dream Cabin in New Zealand
High Country Cabin is a stylishly decorated cabin in the heart of the Southern Alps on the South Island of New Zealand. For Australian couple Kenny and Heidi their beautifully cabin is an investment that would bring both return and provide a holiday home for his family. The design of the house was inspired by the back-country huts and hiking
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Quinta da Comporta: A Sustainable Wellness Hotel in Portugal
Located in the heart of Comporta’s idyllic natural reserve in Portugal, Quinta da Comporta is the new sustainable signature project envisioned and designed by renowned Portuguese architect Miguel Câncio Martins. As an undeniable tribute to the sublime cultural heritage of Comporta, this beautiful wellness resort offers the perfect translation of its inspiring lifestyle through the integration of traditional architectural lines,
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A Modern Balinese Holiday Villa in Canggu
This beautiful Balinese villa in the heart of Canggu is located just 100 meters from the beach. Uma Karo is a bright and beautiful one-of-a-kind and custom-designed two-bedroom villa which features a blend of European and Balinese interior design. It has been thoughtfully designed, curated, and furnished to provide a comforting, delightful and relaxing experience. The living space features large
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A Lovely Guesthouse in Portugal’s Countryside
Cucumbi is beautiful little guest house that is located in Alentejo, a geographical, historical and cultural region of south central and southern Portugal. Owners Catarina and ToZé decided to move away from the city and to embrace country side living by selling organic eggs and vegetables, and starting a small countryside accommodation. Their motto is keep it simple, keep it
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A Beautiful Getaway in the Normandy Countryside
The Riverside House is a beautiful B&B (perfect for group getaways and events) in the stunning countryside of Normandy (France). The hidden estate has breathtaking views of a centennial tree-lined garden and the Seine river. Set on the edge of a classic village in Normandy, it is ideally located 100km from Paris. Entirely renovated with refined materials, the landmark 19th
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The Bower Cottage in Byron Bay, Australia
You probably already have noticed that The Style Files has a new look. The previous design was a bit outdated and I wanted a fresh & modern website. It was hard work and there are still some things to be done but I am happy with the result. Hopefully you like it too! The images are now larger and there
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Mykonos – A Destination with the Most Famous Beach Restaurants
Greece is one of my favorite holiday destinations. I have been to several Greek island but have not visited Mykonos yet. This island (one of the top destinations worldwide), located in the Mediterranean Sea and more specifically in Aegean Sea Greece, is high on my list of places to go though! Mykonos is famous for it’s many beautiful beaches but
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A PERFECT FAMILY VACATION RENTAL IN BYRON BAY
The Magnolia House is quintessential Byron design: pure, relaxed and sophisticated. This vacation rental, which sleeps up to 8 guests, is situated on one of Byron’s tightly held laneways and hidden behind a vibrant ficus hedge, a pair of vintage salvaged doors open to reveal a magnificent home designed for family, for entertaining and for play. From the living room,
