After marrying in 2015, James Rothschild, of the famous banking dynasty, moved into Nicky Hilton’s NoHo penthouse apartment in Manhattan. Three years later they bought a pretty neo-Georgian estate together on Long Island. This post takes a look at James Rothschild and Nicky Hilton’s Brookhaven Home:
Continuing our Pretty Places series, we are looking at the small city of Cambridge best known for its medieval university and summer days punting on the river Cam. If, during this pandemic, you are looking for somewhere to stroll around and admire the beautiful architecture and picnic on pretty manicured lawns, without getting to close …
As we continue our series of Royal Residences, this post takes a look at another property on the Windsor Home Park estate; Adelaide Cottage – a pretty early 19th century home, close to Windsor Castle:
This edition of Pretty Places takes a look at some of the sights to see if you plan to visit Chester. The town is steeped in history and is easily accessed from most of England’s and North Wales’s major cities. From Roman ruins to Tudor taverns, Chester is an easy day out for any history …
There is no shortage of Royal Residences in the United Kingdom, from public palaces like Buckingham Palace to private estates like the Sandringham Estate, but what about the lesser known properties part of the Crown Estate? This post explores both outside and inside Fort Belvedere, hidden in the depths of Windsor Great Park:
Taylor Swift is thought to have a property portfolio consisting of at least five properties that she actively uses as well as some she has as investments or purchased for her parents. This post takes a look at Taylor Swift’s houses, from Nashville to Rhode Island, a collection totalling more than $80 million.
Resuming our Pretty Places series, we’re taking a look at the West Yorkshire town of Hebden Bridge, with its lush open spaces, popular canals and bustle of independent shops. On the doorstep to the Pennine Way it is also conveniently located if you’re looking for outdoor pursuits in the fresh air of the Calder Valley …
This year marks 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the throne and began her tenure of unwavering duty to the United Kingdom and Commonwealth realms. Her majesty is known for having an impressive portfolio of palaces, castles and estates at her and her family’s disposal, but what about the property where her life …
Over the years Amy Fitzgeorge-Balfour has been known for her work at Colefax and Fowler, as a florist and a decorative painter, but it is the stunning interiors and renovations of her family home that she has, arguably, become best known for. From eclectic prints to bold colours, Amy Fitzgeorge-Balfour’s House in East Sussex is …
Jacqueline Kennedy had an extensive history with residences, including one of the most famous houses in the land, but it was Red Gate Farm that she chose to live out the final years of her life in the beautiful Martha’s Vineyard landscapes at the water’s edge. After forty years Jackie Kennedy Onassis’ Summer House was …
Recent Pretty Places posts have taken a look at towns, perfect for day trips, and this post is no different. From history and architectural appreciation to a wealth of independent shops and al fresco cafes, a Halifax day trip has plenty to interest anybody. Here is a quick tour of spots to check out, if …
As England tentatively steps out of lockdown, permission has been granted for a spring and summer of trips around the UK to go ahead. With Scene Therapy’s Pretty Places series as a guide, we’re taking a look at some of the best social-distancing-worthy day trip ideas in England:
