Sunday, February 13, 2011

Sunday showhouse.....and you're invited plus a major giveaway!

Happy Sunday! Finally a day where I feel no pressure to do anything...not that I done anything this week anyway having been sick......so the trend continues:) Many have asked about the progression of our home, happy to say the sheet rock is well under way so, fingers crossed I will may take a ride with hubby to the house just to get out for a few minutes, it will be my first outing in SIX loooooong days! Feeling about 50% better and that's a heck of an improvement over the 20% of yesterday! Next year, flu shot for sure.  Will take some "update pictures".....and will post tomorrow.  Now that I am finally on the mend and seeing an end in sight....I was thinking that the smallest everyday things, like going to the market, pharmacy and pickup has never looked so appealing! Just underscores that health really is everything.
 Anyway as I do every Sunday, we will visit two "open houses". The first is a majestic horse farm in upstate NY, and the second is a fabulous ranch styled home in the mountains of California.  Do you have a favorite? Hope you enjoy!  Don't forget to scroll all the way to the bottom to read about my first ever giveaway. Hope whatever you are doing today is relaxing as Sundays should be!


This first house is just breathtaking, set on 750 gently rolling acres in Westchester County, NY...this is also a working horse/thoroughbred farm. Rebecca Rasmussen was the architect and Kelly Hoppen did the interiors. Clearly this was a winning collaboration. The results are breathtaking and a beautiful blend of the old and new.

'The beautiful colonial inspired home sits majestically on a small hill in front of a pond

The striking living room is done in a more transitional style with traditional elements

Beautiful candlelit dining room, understated elegance

Part of one of the hallways...love the deep dark floors

A sun filled beautiful seating area/sun porch gets  the neutral treatment and it looks fabulous

The neutral feel continues to the bedroom

Dramatic tall ceilings make for a gorgeous sun lit space

The indoor pool pavilion

Beautiful indoor pool

An angle from the master bedroom


Then we move onto the gorgeous Santa Ynez valley in California where David L. Leavengood created this stunning main ranch house on a cutting ranch on almost 5,000 acres. The interiors were done by Amy Weaver. This is every cowboys dream and even those "non cowboys" out there........
The home is perched atop one of the many rolling hills

One of the lucky inhabitants of this fabulous spread

Love the pared down opulence and the old world beams in the dining room

Beautiful rich velvets in bold colors complete the stunning and bright living room...really love the colors here....so rich and elegant

Cheery and elegant kitchen....yes I would be able to organize a hoe down from this kitchen!

One of the many courtyards complete with a fountain

The attractive master bedroom in a rich combination of earthy tones..love the leopard bench though it looks so tiny!

The beautiful pool and hot tub with a perfect vista...almost looks like a painting.

The beautiful loggia of the 12 stall barn near the main house...



has generously donated this brand new fabulous french occasional chair!
(Retails for $395)

Gorgeous painted Provence chair, ideal for a living room, dining room or a dressing area.
 (The picture is a little blurry, working on getting a clearer one but here is the link to get a great picture and be able to zoom in and get the details... http://www.safaviehhome.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_44&&noborder=noborder&newPath=44&products_id=2695


Go to www.safaviehhome.com and scoll down for links to their facebook and twitter:
  • Join Safavieh on facebook and leave a comment on their facebook page on what your favorite item is from their site (one entry)
  • Follow Safavieh on Twitter (one entry)
  • Leave me a comment anytime between now and the 17th telling me what your favorite post is since I have been blogging about a month ago.....good luck! (one entry)
  • Actual drawing is Friday, Feb. 18th and I will announce the winner that day on my post
I will use random.org to pick the lucky winner..... this wonderful giveaway will take place on 
Safavieh's warehouse



Hope you enjoyed these open houses and hope you have an enchanting day....stay healthy!


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25 comments:

  1. HamptontoesFebruary 13, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Both homes are done quite well. The Westchester home is my style...simple, sophisticated elegance. And, from the outside image I'd like to live in the barn of the second home!

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  2. AmandaFebruary 13, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    They are both gorgeous. The second one really appeals to me in its laid back but elegant style. The land is dreamy, and in looking out at the mounds of snow would be really welcome right now to stare out at that incredible view. Well done, always enjoy these sunday posts. Glad you are feeling better....lots of vitamin c!

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  3. Acquired ObjectsFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Both are beautiful homes but I too would have to go with the first home, a little simpler and laid back plus you have got to love that pool! Glad to hear you're on the mend!Have a lovely day doing nothing!

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  4. Carolyn@Sweet ChaosFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Thanks for the tour. I love going to open houses on Sundays :) Feel better!!!

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  5. Dean FarrisFebruary 13, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Dear Tina,

    Thanks for sharing! Glad you are feeling better!

    Dean in Florida

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  6. Vickie H.February 13, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Finally had the time to go back and read all of your posts since you began you fun new blog. While I very much enjoy your posts about the progress of your current build I think my favorite post so far is the one showcasing William Eubanks' interiors. Thank you for hosting this nice giveaway. I am now a follower of your blog and I posted on Safavieh's FB page after going over their site! Mercy! They have some really nice things to offer.

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  7. UnknownFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Tina,

    Glad to hear you're feeling better and Sunday drives are the best even just a short one. I agree that when our abilities are limited it feels uncomfortable even if it's temporary. But you made it through good for you!

    I never tire of visiting homes. I love both shown here and that's the great thing about having homes in two different locations to split living time and enjoy what you've created a balance. Beautifully breath taking.

    Bette

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  8. UnknownFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    Both homes are beautiful but my favorite is the first. Being from Texas, we have a lot of that heavier Mediterranean style that everyone seems to want. Thanks for the look!

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  9. lisaroyFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    so glad you're starting to feel a bit better :)
    Gorgeous homes but my fave is definitely the first one - it's much more serene to me and who wouldn't want to take a dip in that pool?

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  10. Mona thompsonFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    I hope your feeling better. Both homes are beautiful. I love all of the beams in the dining room in the second. And that barn!!!

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  11. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 13, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Oh the first house just calls to me with the beautiful oriental touches!!!! I have loved oriental since I was first married, 43 years ago! I do love the second house too but the first touches my heart! Hope you are 100% soon! We are working on my hubby's office today. No rest for the weary:):) XO, Pinky

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  12. Red Door HomeFebruary 13, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    I am always up for an open house tour. You picked two fabulous properties. I think I could move right in to the first one - so pretty and classic. Such a great giveaway too! I will keep my fingers (and toes) crossed.

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  13. Room SeventeenFebruary 13, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Breathtaking? I think your house is the breathtaking one!!! Stunning!!
    Thank you for visiting my blog :-)

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  14. Ever - The red house by the lakeFebruary 13, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    I love, love, love the first one. It makes me want to throw everything out and re-decorate my entire house!

    So elegant!

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  15. Susan @ Real Girl DesignsFebruary 13, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    I love the first house! What I love most about it is the indoor pool pavillion - that is just stunning!

    I'm glad you are feeling a little better; I'm sorry that you're not feeling 100% though.

    I know what you mean about wanting to get out - we had some snow/ice storms last week, and it only took 2 days being cooped up inside to give me cabin fever :)

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  16. Penelope from Meyers Inc.February 13, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    humm. this is hard as they are both so pretty but i would go for the second house, not so much the exterior as much as the interiors which are magnificent in every way. Both though are really out of this world. Glad you are feeling a bit better..these things take their sweet time thats for sure. Be well and great job.

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  17. theexperimentalyogiFebruary 13, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    I like the first house better as it's closer to my personal taste but I can also appreciate the colours which are used in the second home.

    This is my favourite post because it has an inspirational garden! I'm trying to create a garden in my own house and this cottage style is lovely (but a bit bigger than my garden!)

    Rhiannan xxx

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  18. Mary Ann PickettFebruary 13, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    The first house would be spectacular for a party or wedding. I like the Spanish influence in the second house...feels appropriate and to scale with the Spanish settling California. Beautiful.
    Mary Ann

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  19. A Refocused LifeFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Tina,

    I love both properties. The dream would be to have both - one for fabulous lawn parties and one for relaxing and riding.

    Thanks for leaving a note on my last post - I enjoy connecting with new people - I'll follow you on. Rita

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  20. Karen .February 13, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Love the pool and hot tub area of the second home & how the umbrellas and pillows appear to be the same color as the pool water! Beautiful!

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  21. lvroftiquesFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Glad to hear you're feeling better. Thanks for stopping by my blog for a visit.
    Hands down #2....#1 just isn't my style. That fringed knole sofa needs to come to my house! I'm currently obsessed with them. Vanna

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  22. My Fashion DollyFebruary 14, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    My favorite post has been the one of the "Ingredients for a French Kitchen". I love all the images; they look so warm and inviting. Your blog is very lovely!

    Xoxo ♥

    Rocio R.

    http://myfashiondolly.blogspot.com

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  23. Barbara@HausDesignFebruary 14, 2011 at 3:20 AM

    Definitely the first one - it's gorgeous!

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  24. Jane Kilpatrick SchottFebruary 14, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    The first show house had the most brilliant collections! The ivory on the coffee table, the shagreen cases in the bedroom...I swooon.

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  25. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereFebruary 15, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    They are both beautiful homes but I think the second one is my favorite.
    xo,
    Sherry

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