Marisa Spyker

Some artists find inspiration in a muse, while others find it in a perfect canvas. For garden designer Holley Jaakkola, the switch immediately flipped when she first laid eyes on a verdant waterfront property in Georgia’s quaint Isle of Hope community. Here, Jaakkola shares how she transformed an aging getaway into a coastal-meets-country dream home.

This dreamy chain of islands that spills out south from the Florida peninsula deserves a spot on your vacation bucket list.

Caroline Harper Knapp transforms her family’s Houston digs into a festive retreat for brightening spirits and forging new traditions.

From striped sets to reindeer-printed onesies, matching festive sleepwear is the star of many a Christmas celebration (and card).

Soak up the beauty of Sanibel Island, Florida, America’s shelling capital.

Here’s what hues you should consider instead.

A quirky Athens, Georgia, house with unique ties to the nearby university gets the presidential treatment from a pair of proud Bulldogs.

Explore Florida's hidden treasure, Sanibel Island, America's shelling capital. Here are our favorite things to do during your visit.

Take it from the pros: A beautifully beachy home doesn’t require views of swaying palms and gentle waves of aqua (though that’s certainly a bonus!).

A riverfront city in Florida, Cocoa is a hidden gem with an artsy downtown, a flourishing food scene, and seaside amenities.