recent spring views: the pink front yard crabapple tree reached its peak last week, soft & luminous against the house. in the backyard, bright red quince is blooming beneath the ivy. the apple trees just peaked as well, full & generous in bloom. & the purple vincas are threading through it all ~ quiet, vivid, and steady.
the deirdre* bedroom by @phyllis.k.lam .
perched on the top floor, a feminine yet moody palette is paired with delightful details that bring a textured energy to the room. @mgandco lampshades, @studioilse_ nightstands, and a flowery oil painting from @plaingoodsshop evoke a calming garden feel, mirroring the lush grounds below. a @melintregwynt wool blanket anchors the bed with warmth & heritage pattern.
Last week I was invited to @argyll.house — an enchanting home just 2 hours from NYC. This magical getaway is owned by two sisters and their dad, with 6 bedrooms, a grand saltwater pool, and private backyard trails made for slow exploration.
The on-site experiences transform this stay into a full-on fairytale.
We arrived to a fully stocked fridge with seasonal dishes, dips, and local provisions prepared by private chefs in the area. Evenings were spent by the Great Room fireplace, where we read tarot and received relaxing massages on a heated table. In the morning, we played tennis on the grass courts across the road and spent afternoons exploring the backyard trails.
Craving a nourishing, holistic getaway? The Argyll team is here to design a restful stay in collaboration with the rich community of local healers, chefs and artists. Think sound baths by the crackling fire before bed, outdoor sculpt sessions by the pool, a flower arranging workshop under the apple trees, and a candlelit dinner in the art-filled dining room.
Argyll offers the luxuries of a boutique hotel, with the comfort and intimacy of a private home. Tuck into one of the many cozy nooks and let yourself be taken care of.
I got a taste of a few wonderful local healers & chefs:
~ Local private chefs :: @dd__provisions and @good_natured_company
~ Tarot readings:: @tarotreadingswithelizabeth
~ Massages :: @siri.hoffman
we hosted our final spring retreat this weekend with local healers @gemyogi , @khemreyall & @siri.hoffman — our first time offering overnight stays after a year of experimenting with day retreats.
a small brooklyn crew lingered a little longer, settling into a bonus day of slow trail walks, nourishing massages, and yoga nidra by the fire before bed.
divine, deeply nourishing meals all weekend by chef @russellmarkus .
this sunday, two mats remain for a deeply nourishing day:
~ breathwork, meditation, sound healing, and gentle movement with @gemyogi
~ private fireside healing sessions (assisted stretching, tuning forks, on-body singing bowls, facial release, and gentle touch)
~ time to journal, connect, & wander the serene grounds
~ a silent walk through the private trails
~ seasonal, nourishing meals by @essentialherbs.nyc
$275 per person — reserve via link in bio 🌱
(views are from our march retreat!)
it’s officially RAMP SEASON — ramp pesto, ramp butter, ramp party — a short, fleeting window where the backyard trails offer something special to be foraged and savored by our upcoming guests.
may begins with our final spring retreat with @gemyogi . if you’ve been considering joining, there are two yoga mats still open for sunday - and you’ll leave with ramps in hand. having a private chef on site is an added treat, and our first time offering this ~ @essentialherbs.nyc .
we’re also hosting two photoshoots early to mid may, along with a handful of guest stays.
on friday may 29: @heatherwaxman and @getquantumpotential are leading a retreat centered on releasing force and control, and softening into more flow and ease.
the grounds are shifting into full vibrancy - watching this unfold is always magical.
~ shot on film by @raphgaultier
golden hour walks thru spring. japanese pieris in bloom, daffodils catching the last light, purple vinca weaving through the ground and ramps just beginning to burst along the trails.
counting down to may, when the trails pop off into a rich, vibrant green.
