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Across New England, this curated five spans the region’s most coveted ways of living close to water, coastline, and mountains. From Lake Memphremagog frontage with a dock and sandy beach to a private Long Island Sound beach association with tennis, each home privileges privacy and access. Hilltop acreage in Quechee frames protected landscapes and a ski hill, while a 2025 New Boston build pairs walls of windows with a screened porch and hot tub. Completing the mix is a 45.2-acre C/I-zoned parcel near I-93, poised for future potential.

Across New England, a quintet of residences shows how luxury takes its cues from the landscape. From an iconic oceanfront point in York to a private Harpswell peninsula with extensive shoreline and dock access, the coast remains the headlining amenity. On Lake Winnipesaukee’s quiet side, protected bay living pairs serenity with easy access to nearby towns by water. Inland, a secluded Norwich smart home set behind a long gated drive meets modern calm, while Killington offers a brand-new ski retreat close to the lifts.

Luxury shaped by place, privacy, and four-season recreation. From an oceanfront Spruce Head Island retreat with expansive water views to a rare trailside home near Burke Mountain, each property is built for days spent outside and evenings spent together. Lakeside frontage with a private dock, a cul-de-sac brick colonial with a heated pool and walkout level, and a 34-acre conservation-minded estate with a 10-car barn round out five distinctive settings for hosting and retreat.

Hill Country living shaped by water, space, and a sense of ease. From Rabbs Creek Ranch’s nearly 1,800 feet of creek frontage and twin ponds to New Braunfels’s rare corner assemblage near the city’s river culture, each offering leans into the outdoors. Lakeway and Horseshoe Bay bring renovated, design-forward homes close to Lake Travis and resort amenities, while Round Mountain delivers a gated acreage retreat built for privacy and low-impact living.

Across the Texas Hill Country corridor—from Spicewood’s Lake Travis coves to Dripping Springs acreage and a Falconhead fairway, with a cosmopolitan pause on Broadway in San Antonio—this quintet frames luxury as a way of life. Each property leans into nature, privacy, and views, whether through marina access, treetop and skyline balconies, hardwood-shaded pastures, or a wet-weather creek setting. Resort-style outdoor spaces, chef-caliber kitchens, and spa-minded retreats underscore comfort, while thoughtful upgrades and flexible layouts keep everyday living effortless.

Across Central Texas, this quintet traces a compelling spectrum of lifestyle-forward luxury, from polished master-planned Hill Country living to true lock-and-leave ease in a premier San Antonio high-rise. Each home or holding places daily comfort at the forefront, pairing light-filled interiors, curated finishes, and flexible rooms for work, play, and hosting. Privacy is a recurring refrain, whether on gated acreage, a secluded country retreat, or a creek-lined ranch where land, water, and wildlife set the pace.

Across Texas, this quintet of properties treats home as a platform for experience, whether that means a gated, wooded compound near Somerville, porch-centered bayfront living in Rockport, or a hunting and recreation tract outside San Saba. Even in the city, a 15th-floor San Antonio condo channels resort ease with sweeping views and a private balcony. Rounding out the collection, a modern country retreat in Webberville pairs acreage with an orchard, barn, and a substantial recent expansion—all designed for privacy without losing proximity.

The RBC Canadian Open will be held at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ontario, from June 10–14, bringing Canada’s national open championship back to one of the country’s most closely watched golf venues. This year’s tournament will be staged on the North Course, which also hosted the event in 2025.

Haven TeamMay 8, 2026 · 2 min read

Real estate shaped around the life you want to live. From Florence paddocks, a hen house, and a greenhouse paired with an above-ground pool, to Bulverde’s flexible five-bedroom layout with a pool and fountains, each property leans into everyday recreation. Lake LBJ brings channel-front charm and room to expand with extra waterfront lots, while Marble Falls acreage adds workshop and horse-ready utility. In Leander, Hill Country views and a guest suite complete the indoor-outdoor rhythm.

For Chicago buyers considering a second home, the strongest nearby and regional markets offer more than a change of scenery. Lake access, walkable downtowns, historic architecture, outdoor recreation, and strong dining or cultural scenes all play a role in where buyers are spending time and money this year.

Haven TeamMay 8, 2026 · 5 min read