tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34089467097445104242024-09-16T19:23:58.157-07:00Creating beautiful and unique spaces using an eclectic mix of vintage furnishings, found items, modern touches and sustainable solutions. *Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06555699373167712930noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3408946709744510424.post-62310578927171388542012-11-28T08:26:00.000-08:002012-11-28T08:26:18.383-08:00

Can you believe the holidays are already upon us?  As cliche as it sounds, this year has really flown by!!  I've been busy organizing inventory and trying to get some items ready to sell online and as easy as this sounds, it really does take a lot of time.  I've been doing some Christmas decorating around my house and thought I would share a picture of  my front porch.  I

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This modernized 1850's mansion has is located in the Old Town Cukurcuma in Istanbul, Turkey.  With 20 rooms, this hotel brings together the history of the past and mixes it with comfortable and chic furniture and accessories.  Centrally located to one of the areas best restaurants, shopping and the local hamam. Rates start at $212 per night.  For additional information

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Welcome to your weekend!  Hope whatever your plans are they include good food, good people and good times..... via

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Nestled in lush surroundings on a hilltop just outside of Ibiza, lies this beautiful ancient farmhouse called Can Alaya.  With two pools and terraces, this villa allows you to enjoy sunrise from one pool and sunset from another.  Decorated with a mix of Morrocan and Balinese touches, this old farmhouse has been given a chic new life with modern amenities and accomodations for up to 10

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Happy Friday!  I've been looking at past posts and realized I haven't shared some of the items I've picked up recently.  I've been out shopping a lot looking for particular things that of course are harder to find when you are really looking for them.  That's the way it goes when you are shopping for vintage items. The silver lining in this was getting some other items that I

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Located in the North of Madison Square Park (NoMad) neighborhood in New York City lies this chic, vintage inspired hotel called the NoMad Hotel.  Furnished with artwork from vintage shops and outfitted with claw foot tubs, these rooms feel more like apartments with a European feel. Special touches like the Library Lounge provide an opportunity to have a drink and browse

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With the Olympics officially under way, I thought it would be great to show a rental close to the games.  This rental is located in the Spitafields community in Shoreditch, East London.  It has two bedrooms each with en suite bathroom, fully functional kitchen, music room (with harpsichord) and a lovely garden.  Full of charm and architectural details, this town home is

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Located just north of the Riverwalk in San Antonio lies the Havana Hotel.  Full of charm and built in 1914, this Mediterranean style hotel infuses vintage Cuban artwork, Turkish rugs and antique furniture together to create colorful and comfortable guest accommodations.  The restaurant Ocho is located in the hotel and serves Pan-Latin cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner.&

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This week's rental is a fabulous townhouse in S. Philly, PA.  There are two rooms that are available for rent in this townhouse with one being a second story Master Bedroom and the other being a 3rd floor loft with access to a two story roof top deck.  Both rooms have an en-suite bathroom, access to washer and dryer, fully equipped kitchen and outdoor space with pergola.  Centrally

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Happy Friday to you!  This week's rental is a wonderful property that has 6 chic apartments for rent.  You can rent one, or rent the entire building. Located in a small village in Provence, France Maison de Mons includes six apartments made from a 17th century maison de seigneur and offer chic interiors and stunning sea views.  The property is owned by the talented Dutch

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 Hi there, and Happy Friday!  Apologies for being MIA, but things have been really busy over here.  I'm coming up for air and have a beautiful rental to show you this week.  This rental is located on the east coast of Tasmania in the beautiful country of Australia and is called the Avalon Coastal Retreat.  Situated on an ultra private bluff with gorgeous views of

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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 

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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

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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

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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

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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

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I came across this post from Smith Schwartz on Apartment Therapy and thought I would share it with you. This renter travels full time for work and prefers to stay in short term rentals rather than hotels and has given a funny account on some of his unexpected encounters. Sometimes as an owner, everything makes sense to you and you think you have the best rental out

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Well hello there, and welcome to another awesome rental.  This week's rental is a collaboration of designers, local artists and merchants in the oldest neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan. The owner Meghan McEwen, has the wonderful blog Designtripper about travel and design which was the inspiration behind Honor and Folly. Honor and Folly is a

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Hello there and welcome to Friday and another look at a fabulous rental.  This weeks' rental is a beautifully remodeled apartment in the city of Girona, Spain.  This old apartment has been modernized by architect and owner Anna who along with her husband, spent 3 years restoring and rebuilding the architecture while incorporating modern elements and design.  This

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Sometimes it's just not possible to do everything you want at one time.  Whether it's budget concerns or time management, there may be a list of things that you want to tackle but available resources only allow for a few things to be done at a time.  Here are a few things to consider.  Try re-arranging the furniture to create a different look.  You'd be surprised at the

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With Spring right around the corner for most of us, it's a good time to freshen up your space and give it a good cleaning.  For some rentals, January might be a good time to do this so you can be ready for Spring break.  For others, this is the perfect time to get your rentals ready for the summer crowds.  To start off, you need to have a clean slate.  That is to say,

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It's Friday, and another opportunity to check out a fabulous rental.  This weeks' rental is a wonderfully restored 1860's home in the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina.   This beautiful 4 bedroom home is located in the historic San Telmo district and within walking distance to the subway and the local antique market.   This home has all of the modern conveniences such as a

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With many options in the luxury vacation rental market, it's important to put as much information about your rental as possible.  The best way to do this is by good quality photos.  For most people, seeing is believing and the more pictures you provide, the more comfortable people will feel about booking your rental. If you are marketing your property as a luxury rental,

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I think we can all agree that a scent is a personal thing. For some, a scent can remind them of a fond memory or a favorite food.  For others, it can remind them of a loved one or a favorite place.  When you choose a scent for your rental, remember that it should be balanced and not overpowering in any way. If you're apprehensive about having renters burn candles&

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Happy Friday to you!  This has been a busy week and I'm looking forward to the weekend.  What about you?  Are you ready for some down time?  With Spring Break right around the corner, I'm in the mood for a beautiful, beachy rental.  This week's fabulous rental is a hacienda style house named, "Todos Santos House" and it's located on a 5 acre plantation in

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