Tea & Restoration at the Ackerman Heritage House
When Lauren Ackerman, co-founder of Ackerman Family Vineyards, was looking for a property in which to promote her acclaimed wines within the Napa city limits, she came upon a nineteenth-century Queen Anne Victorian in need of rescue. When she stepped inside and saw that the home’s original details were still intact, she was immediately smitten and bought it. Step inside at the link.
Gracious French Living with Sharon Santoni
Although she has resided in France for most of her adulthood, British-born author and entrepreneur Sharon Santoni remains enthralled with the culture of her adopted land. In our exclusive feature, she offers advice for finding joy in the beauty of everyday moments. Read her thoughts at https://bit.ly/graciousfrenchliving.
Marsha Mason’s Secrets for Creating a Gracious Home
In the process of reviving a long-neglected property for her family, Marsha Mason also discovered a new career. Her dramatic transformations of cottage and garden drew the admiration of friends, who began asking for her input on their renovations. In this exclusive web feature, the interior decorator of Wildwood Designs offers five design secrets for cultivating environs that exude a sense of welcome at https://bit.ly/marsha-mason-design-secrets.
Nicola Bathie McLaughlin’s Traditional San Antonio House
A row of dainty freshwater pearls fixed upon a glimmering gold hoop earring makes the ideal accessory, according to jewelry designer Nicola Bathie McLaughlin. Perhaps this is because the treasure’s classically feminine effect so closely mimics the interiors of the gray-brick charmer she shares with her husband and three children in San Antonio, Texas. #traditionalhomedecor #bedroom #romantichome
Victoria Magazine November/December 2023
Artist-in-Residence Jenny Bohannon offers a glimpse of Tallwood Country House swathed in an elegance reminiscent of early settlers' celebrations, with a touch of glamour. Take a peek at her graceful Yuletide displays in our November/December issue at https://bit.ly/November-December-2023.
A Welcoming Autumn Interior
An arched front door, lit by a lantern and painted in a most beguiling shade of plum, is the first hint of the extraordinary taste on display in this 1929 residence. The structure was once considered a tear-down. But because it occupied a lovely tree-shaded lot on the couple’s favorite street, they were able to look beyond the less-than-flattering prior remodels and see the beauty in the bones. #victoriamag #traditionalinterior #grandmacorehouse #vintagehomedecor #fallhomedecor #sittingroom
English Cottage 2024
Hidden paths meander among a profusion of blooms, stone arches frame neatly clipped hedgerows, and climbing roses tumble over garden walls, their fragrance inviting, beckoning one to draw near to appreciate the surrounding beauty. Discover the charms of English cottages in our latest special issue. Collect your copy at https://bit.ly/English-cottage-2024.
Virginia's Mayhurst Estate - Victoria Magazine
Amid Virginia’s rolling landscape, the tree-lined drive of Mayhurst Estate stretches out in invitation, beckoning sojourners to come experience something truly magical. As one approaches the heart of this 37-acre property in the town of Orange, a white Victorian Italianate façade crests over the hill in greeting, with sheep and goats speckling the surrounding meadow and the nearby lily pond cheeping with the chatter of ducklings. With a name derived from affection for a daughter, May, and the Old English word meaning “wooded grove,” the estate has long stood as an ode to land and family. #cottagecore #cottagestyle #estate #farmaesthetic
September/October 2024 Issue
As if conjured from his ink-dipped quill, the Baronial mansion of Sir Walter Scott is a whimsical and striking monument testifying to the creativity and passions of the beloved Scottish writer. Learn more about this alluring estate in our September/October issue, available at https://bit.ly/2024-September-October.
July/August 2024
On the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, in a town known for history and ocean views, the Hope and Glory Inn invites guests to indulge in luxurious accommodations boasting unique décor and exquisite seafood. Explore this cheery auberge in our July/August issue, available at https://bit.ly/July-August-2024.
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