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5 West Texas Airbnbs That Capture the Spirit of Marfa

By Mary Cate Long | April 26, 2022 | Comments Off on 5 West Texas Airbnbs That Capture the Spirit of Marfa

If you’ve ever perused the wonderfully aesthetic coffee table book “Marfa Modern: Artistic Interiors of Marfa,” you may be curious about an artsy rental in Texas’ artsiest desert town.  Marfa, Texas, is known as a cultural and artistic oasis in the middle of the remote Chihuahuan Desert. It takes some determination to get there (it’s…

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Best of 2020: 4 Reasons to Buy a Second Home in Marfa, Texas

By Mary Cate Long | January 1, 2021 | Comments Off on Best of 2020: 4 Reasons to Buy a Second Home in Marfa, Texas

[Editor’s Note: This year has been a decade, right? So many things happened, lots of things were postponed, and houses continued to sell despite it all. While the SecondShelters..com team takes a hot minute this holiday season to recharge the ol’ Energizers, we’re serving up our very favorite stories from 2020. Enjoy!] Mary Cate: If we’re being…

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4 Reasons to Buy a Second Home in Marfa, Texas

By Mary Cate Long | September 25, 2020 | Comments Off on 4 Reasons to Buy a Second Home in Marfa, Texas

Maybe you’ve seen that Prada store installation in the desert and are wondering what the hype around Marfa is all about. Or maybe, this will serve as your first introduction. Either way, here are our top four reasons why this artsy, secluded West Texas town is the perfect place to buy property. 1. Wide Open…

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Splurge vs. Steal: Hot Homes In Marfa

By Amy Puchaty | December 11, 2018 | Comments Off on Splurge vs. Steal: Hot Homes In Marfa

Marfa – to know it, is to love it. And there’s so much more to this tiny West Texas town than its famous Prada installation. This week, we showcase two incredible Marfa properties in our latest Splurge vs. Steal, each with stand-out architecture and cozy interiors, but with price points that are miles apart. Ever…

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Our Favorite Boutique Hotels in Texas, Part 2

By Mary Cate Long | May 3, 2022 | Comments Off on Our Favorite Boutique Hotels in Texas, Part 2

It’s true that everything is bigger in Texas but, on occasion, there is magic in seeking out the small. Boutique hotels, with their attention to detail, personal warmth and fascinating histories, make your stay all the more enriching, whether you hang your hat in West Texas or the Hill Country. Here are some more worthy…

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Keep The Love Going: These Are The Best Romantic Escapes in The U.S.

By Mary Cate Long | February 15, 2022 | Comments Off on Keep The Love Going: These Are The Best Romantic Escapes in The U.S.

Just because Valentine’s Day is over, there’s no need for the romance to die. These are the best getaways in the U.S. for every type of couple. Whether your idea of romance involves adventures in the middle of the desert, sharing good food and drink, or a restorative couples massage, look no further: Wine Tasting…

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