Historic Retreats: Clifton Inn in Charlottesville, Virginia
Just outside Charlottesville, Virginia, in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Clifton Inn captures the true spirit of Federal-era hospitality.
Historic Hotels
A look at some of the country's most well-known historic hotels--and their unique architecture and decor.
Historic Retreats: New Zealand's Otahuna Lodge
Architecturally speaking, there’s not much that can compete with the majestic natural beauty of New Zealand’s South Island. But Otahuna Lodge, a seven-room luxury hotel set amidst the rocky hills south of Christchurch, is a prime contender.
Historic Retreats: The Palmer House Hotel in Chicago, Illinois
To understand why the Palmer House is so special, you need only enter the lobby.
10 Haunted Historic Hotels
Catch a few winks with the spirit world by checking into one of these historic hotels where reports of paranormal activity abound.
Historic House: The Inn at Forest Oaks
Resident owners share the wealth to afford their dream house, The Inn at Forest Oaks.
The Right Ladder
One of the oldest tools ever invented, a ladder is an old-house essential. To be safe, choose one that suits the job and is sturdy enough.
Historic Retreats: The Heidelberg Hotel in Baton Rouge
Hidden architectural gems and custom designs restore the character of an iconic 1920s political hangout.
A Cherished 1774 Colonial Restored
The large center-hall Georgian was built as an inn. After removing 1940s accretions and reconfiguring rooms for residential use, the current owners decorated it in fine Colonial Revival tradition.
Historic Retreats: Audubon Cottages in New Orleans
A collection of charming cottages echoes the French Quarter’s blend of history and culture.
Historic Retreats: The Grand Hotel
A visit to this gracious beauty, The Grand Hotel, located on an island between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas, is a rite of passage for Midwesterners.
Historic Retreats: The Inn on Ferry Street
To stay at the Inn on Ferry Street is to experience old Detroit. Not the Detroit of the Model T, but the city of the 1880s, when railroad and lumber barons reigned supreme.
Historic Retreats: Austin's Driskill Hotel
The legendary Romanesque landmark brings a Lone Star brand of grandeur to Texas’ state capital.
7 Arts & Crafts Fireplaces to Visit
We've curated 7 of our favorite Arts & Crafts fireplaces across the country.
5 Historic Hotels in Seattle
A local preservation expert highlights the best historic hotels in Seattle.
Historic Retreats: Moana Surfrider Hotel in Waikiki, Hawaii
The Moana Surfrider Hotel in Hawaii is a historic hotel.
Pewabic Pottery
Pewabic fabricates heirloom quality architectural tiles for public and private installations, gift and commemorative tiles, vessels, gardenware, ornaments and both reproductions and adaptations of its historic designs and offers classes, workshops, lectures, internships and residency programs for studio potters and other artists.
Vintage Doors
Bring beauty and value your home with heirloom-quality REAL wood doors by Vintage Doors. Meticulously handmade by expert craftsmen in your exact size and style—to be loved and respected for generations, just like the olden days. Hand-crafted wood product line includes: screen doors, storm doors, Dutch doors, French doors, louver doors, pantry doors, interior doors, exterior doors, entrance units, three season porch enclosures, pet doors, arch top doors, round top doors, custom doors and more.
Unico System
A central heating and cooling system using "aspiration" technology to warm and cool homes evenly and quietly with flexible small ducts that weave through ceilings, walls, and even floors.
