10 August 2023 |
Stylish spots beyond the beaten path.
It may be the dog days of summer, but it’s never too late to dream, or better yet, book a last minute vacation. Escape the sweltering days in St Moritz at Badrutt’s Palace. The grand hotel, with hand carved Alpine furniture and giant chandeliers and its signature green turreted roof, is the ideal perch for a Swiss getaway. Biarritz is France’s answer to California cool, complete with surfers, sand dunes and laid back vibes. Still there are plenty of old world, European touches like the Villa Magnan, an art deco style estate turned small hotel. If you are looking for some last minute la dolce vita, check into La Palma, Capri’s latest glamorous bolthole or go local with a detour to Favignana, a craggy but no less charming island off of Western Sicily.
Cap Karoso
Located in the southwest Sumba, this sleek eco-conscious hotel, the brainchild of two stylish French expats, is the ideal perch for exploring this remote Indonesian island.
Favignana
This craggy island sits 11 miles off the coast of Trapani in Sicily. There are no cars or chain hotels, just private coves, family-run restaurants and unsullied beaches. Perhaps that’s why it’s the fashion world’s favorite hidden Italian getaway.
La Palma
For a true Italian jetset summer, why not check into this glamorous bolthole on Capri, Italy’s most glamorous island? This 50 room-property was recently renovated by the Oetker Collection (Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc) so expect a buzzy scene from Da Gioia beach club to the spa.
Longhouse Reserve
This 16-acre property in the Hamptons was once the home of Jack Lenor Larsen, an artist, collector and textile designer. Today the grounds are filled with various gardens and large-scale artworks while the house hosts exhibitions like this summer’s Object & Thing show that features the work of Rashid Johnson, Gaetano Pesce, among others.
Son Net
Mallorca is buzzing with new hotels this season but nothing compares to this restored finca which showcases a treasure trove of antiques, Baroque art and rich textiles. The exterior of this pink palace is equally spectacular with Mediterranean gardens and a giant pool that overlooks the Tramuntana mountains.
Gardenheir
Wildflower Farms in Gardiner, New York has raised the bar for accommodations in the region— from its rustic chic cabins to Maplehouse, a farm education center that features workshops and cooking classes. After a weekend in the country, guests can take back a keepsake (rubber gardening clogs, cedarwood soap) from Gardenheir, an outpost of the cult shop in nearby Windham.
Three Horseshoes
Margot Henderson, one of London’s most beloved chefs and restaurateurs, has headed to stylish Somerset, to the village of Batcombe, to open Three Horseshoes, a gastropub and tiny inn. Henderson teamed up with Max Wigram, art world heavy (and husband of Phoebe Philo) to create a spare but chic setting to dine on hearty dishes like rabbit pie and treacle tart.
Villa Magnan
This summer it’s all about Biarritz, the low key alternative to the French Riviera. Known as the European California— for its natural beauty and excellent surf breaks— the Cote Basque is an elegant getaway. And there is no better place to check in than the Villa Magnan, an Art Deco chateau-turned boutique hotel.
Waterlane Farm
Located In southeast England, this walled garden features Victorian greenhouses, a restaurant and farm shop. Visitors can dine on an ever-changing seasonal menu, tour the herb, fruits, vegetable gardens and even take a worksop on cut flowers or willow weaving among other offerings.
Engadin Valley
The postcard perfect region of Switzerland is not just for skiing and hiking. There are blue chip galleries like Hauser and Wirth and the Muzeum Susch as well as some of the world’s most spectacular hotels including the Badrutt’s Palace, a classic Swiss Alps resort since 1896.
