AMERICANA SHOWCASE Season 2: Episode 16
Last week, we went global on the hunt to find the perfect place for premier entertaining. In this episode, we bring you stateside with five opportunities that showcase some of the best of the west.
1200 STARFIRE WAY | AUG 31SAGLE, IDAHO
Escape to Starfire, a 100% off-the-grid artist’s retreat set on 104 acres of wooded forest, with breathtaking mountain and ponds views. Originally built by the famous wilderness artist, Stephen Lyman, art is infused into this completely self-sustainable, architectural showpiece through details including a locally-crafted fir front door, hand-carved pine banisters, custom waterfall sinks, hand-painted tile, and stone-lined walls. Enjoy endless hunting, cross country skiing, hiking, and fishing in your own backyard — a rare opportunity that can’t be missed.
Built exclusively with sustainable materials and organic finishes, this estate produces all the energy it requires, provides abundant spring water from the well, and plenty of food from the land’s organic gardens. Here, you can live in equilibrium with nature.
Your backyard is an outdoor paradise of forests, creeks, and ponds. Cast a line in the half-acre pond, or set off on an early morning deer hunt in the neighboring forest. Watch for elk, eagles, or moose from atop the custom-built treehouse; and when dusk falls, the covered patio is the perfect retreat for watching the sunset or counting stars in the night sky.
Set a short drive from charming downtown Sagle, plan your weekend around the nearby shopping districts, biking trails, craft breweries and wineries. Venture up north to Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho’s largest and deepest lake. Or spend a day in the city of Sandpoint to enjoy breathtaking scenery, boat tours, excellent fishing and a variety of arts and cultural events.
18200 E HIGHWAY 287 | SEP 13JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING
Experience western elegance in the cherished Northern Valley of Jackson Hole, surrounded by Hatchet Ranch — your gateway to The Bridger Teton National Forest and both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Nestled on nearly five majestic acres bordered by conservation easements to the south and east, abundant with Wyoming wildlife — American bison, deer, elk, and moose, to black bears, gray wolves, water foul, fox, Sandhill crane, Eagle and more — every step outside your door guarantees beauty and adventure. Welcome to Buffalo Creek.
The Teton majesty does not cease as you step through the log columned entry of this classic Jackson Hole estate. The charming foyer flows into a generous great room with 25-foot ceilings, magnificent trusses, and floor-to-ceiling windows boasting sweeping panoramic Teton Mountain views.
Ascend the great room’s unique, winding pine staircase to your very own peaceful, private escape. The expansive, executive master suite impresses with a private office and fireplace, while exuding luxury from its en-suite spa with Jacuzzi and steam shower. The private 2 bedroom guest home or caretakers quarters complete the estate with plenty of room for extended family and friends.
Protected by a conservation easement, Hatchet Ranch is adjacent to the Bridger-Teton National Forest. Buffalo Creek is the perfect launch pad for four-season outdoor adventure, and exploring our country’s most awe-inspiring landscapes. Hit the rivers for fishing and floating, the trails for hiking and horseback riding, and the mountain during winter for backcountry Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.
124 BLACK POINT DRIVE | AUG 31LINVILLE FALLS, NORTH CAROLINA
Located in Pisgah National Forest with endless Blue Ridge Mountain views, Blackpoint at Linville Falls is poised to be an exceptional private family compound or the area’s next feature master-planned community. With nearly 80 acres of opportunity, an existing clubhouse with pool, and three luxury homes, expand your vision among 37 remaining buildable lots. Located just a short drive from outdoor recreation spanning all four seasons, yet far enough away for quiet mountain living, Linville Falls is truly the best of both worlds. Find your peace at one of the prettiest and most well-designed settings in North Carolina.
Convenient yet private, the gated entrance is just one mile from the scenic and nationally protected Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors will be welcomed by the delightful pond with flowing waterfalls and thrilled to be invited for a dip in the pool attached to the handsome clubhouse beyond.
Three custom homes are ready and waiting for ownership. These traditional homesteads are outfitted in fine finishes and designer touches like hardwood flooring, natural stone fireplaces, and Electrolux appliances. Enjoy stellar, long-range mountain views from each home’s inviting veranda.
Whether you’re looking to keep as a private family retreat or develop a bustling community, the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great place to spend your days and is one of North Carolina’s best-kept secrets. Nestled in the Pisgah National Forest, cities like Banner Elk, Boone, and Asheville are just a short drive away.
124 BLACK POINT DRIVE | AUG 31RANCHO SANTA FE, CALIFORNIA
Set just five miles from the beaches of Del Mar within the Covenant of Rancho Santa Fe, one of America’s most desirable communities, Hacienda de las Palmas offers nearly six private acres of understated Southern California luxury. A Monterey Spanish-style main residence designed in an array of sophisticated architectural details overlooks a mosaic glass-tiled pool, while multiple guest homes, including a hidden ‘tree house’, dot the estate’s lush acreage. Impressive equestrian facilities and specimen-quality botanical gardens add to the resort-like setting, ideal for creating memories with family and friends for years to come.
The home’s horseshoe-shaped footprint effortlessly brings the outdoors in with extended wrap-around verandas and a large central courtyard. Six en-suite bedrooms and multiple living and dining areas offer warm and inviting spaces for conversation and entertaining year-round.
Not one, but two enchanting one-bedroom, one-bathroom guest homes are hidden among the verdant grounds. Additionally, multiple guest suites await inside the main residence including an exceptional suite with private wrap-around veranda overlooking the courtyard patio and fountain.
Eclectic textures, finishes, and details including hard-fired Spanish clay tile pavers, Idaho quartzite stone, and hand-painted Malibu tile reflect the thoughtful design of a classic Southern California ranch.
91 WINDING CREED ROAD | AUG 30OLYMPIC VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
Year-round adventure awaits in Squaw Valley, CA, home of the 1960 Winter Olympic games and the impeccable Champions Ridge estate. Thoughtful design and incredible amenities define this exquisite modern mountain retreat set on a rare half-acre lot overlooking Squaw Creek and Painted Rock Mountain. Breathtaking views; custom contemporary fixtures and finishes; proximity to area parks, shopping, and dining — what could be better? Champions Ridge awaits your winning spirit.
Set on a rare half-acre lot, with over 5,800 square feet of thoughtful design, this high-end estate is designed for entertaining, playing, and living. Enjoy relaxing views of Squaw Creek and Painted Rock Mountain from one of several expansive decks or gather around the cozy outdoor fire pit.
Custom hand-crafted steel, reclaimed wood, floor-to-ceiling windows, and exquisite stacked stone, make this lavish home a paragon of design. Work out in your private gym, curl up by a fireplace, or unwind in the ensuite soaking tub — the amenities of Champions Ridge will reinvigorate and energize you.
Known for hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics, Squaw Valley boasts extraordinary special events, incredible shopping and fine dining, as well as cutting-edge luxury, technological, and recreational offerings. Even share the slopes and the streets with National, World Cup, and Olympic athletes who call the area home.
Which slice of Americana will you choose?
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