3 Homes Across The U.S. That Make Perfect Nature Retreats For The Summer-Fall Transition

Crisp weather in the morning, warm sunlight in the afternoon and gentle evenings perfect for outdoor gatherings… The summer-fall transition may just be the best time of year to enjoy nature retreats across the country. Indulge in a virtual tour of these three exceptional homes, where nature and high design team up to create unforgettable experiences.

A Chic Catskills Vacation Retreat Within A Private Club

For this Manhattan-based client’s present-day getaway, the goal was clear. “Even though we were building from scratch, the client didn’t want it to feel like new construction,” says designer Anne Chessin. “She wanted it to have a true old-school Catskill mountain home vibe.”

A Serene, Modern Montana Home With Pops Of Color

 “Normally, in Big Sky, you don’t get such commanding views of the Gallatin River and Canyon,” says architect Edwin Ugorowski. (In contrast, the area’s coveted sight lines typically look up at the ski runs instead.) Capturing the stunning panoramas became a major goal of the modern structure he conceived

A Washington Cottage Designed To Evoke Memories

 “I wanted something that felt secure, as though it had withstood time,” the homeowner describes. The images she shared with the architects were “strong, solid stone buildings,” architect Rosie Donovan says, “but also cozy, clean and romantic, with a Northwest spirit.”