One of the best things to come out of quarantine, apart from sourdough starters, is the influx of plants many of us have added to our homes. Caring for plants during this time has been a rewarding and relaxing way to get through each day. Whether you’re a lifelong plant enthusiast or a newly discovered plant parent, below are some of the holiday gift ideas any plant lover will appreciate.
Read MoreHopefully most of us have become homebodies during these strange times. But for those who especially love to hunker down in their homes, this Elsewhere Holiday Gift Guide is for you! We’ve put together a list of some of the best gift ideas for homebodies that will bring coziness, comfort and style into their spaces this holiday season.
Read MoreWe’re keeping the good vibes rolling and thinking ahead to the holiday season. This will be the first of many gift guides that cater to the special folks in our lives and their unique interests. Today we’re highlighting some of the best holiday gift ideas for a foodie. Ranging from cookware to kitchen accessories, we have a little something for every culinary enthusiast in our guide & links below.
Read MoreIn all of our properties we incorporate a balance of new design with antique pieces. We select our homes for their unique histories, which is what we hope to reflect in each space’s decor. In our Wisconsin homes you’ll find treasures we’ve picked up in our many travels, but there are a few antique stores throughout Northeast and North Central Wisconsin we frequent when looking for the perfect item. The following list isn’t exhaustive, but it includes the places we love and know to contain some of the most special antique pieces.
Read MoreFall is truly when Savannah comes alive. Whether you’re a lover of autumn settings or spooky Halloween adventures, Savannah, GA is one of the most exciting places to visit when the season changes to fall. The hot summer days fade and the city’s weather reaches a more bearable temperature. It’s the perfect time to be outside in one of the most beautiful cities in the country. As we’re still trying to enjoy our surroundings safely, we wanted to share some of the best fall outdoor activities folks can experience in Savannah.
Read MoreIf there is a small luxury that brings you joy during this time, we encourage you to add it to your list of essentials. For us, it’s flowers. No room in any Elsewhere home is without foliage of some kind. It has been said that there are healing powers in plants - we’d have to agree. We have some local shops we frequent for our blooms, which we’re excited to share below. However, when on a budget and looking to keep your errands exclusively to essentials, don’t forget about the unsung hero for flowers - your local grocery store.
Read MoreEach Elsewhere space has been curated to showcase the home’s surroundings and capture the history and feeling the cities in which they reside evoke. Our Madison Square Manor in Savannah’s Historic District sits on a city square lined with Spanish-moss draped trees. While the home is just steps from local eateries, cafes, boutiques, antique shops and a thriving community, time seems to move slowly here. Hustle and bustle aren’t words found in the locals’ vocabulary and that essence won’t be found in the walls of our home. The pace is as slow as the days are warm, which allows guests to drink in every moment they spend here. Each article of furniture and art in the Madison Square Manor has been thoughtfully handpicked to reflect just that.
Read MoreThe greatest thing that has come from the COVID-19 outbreak and quarantine has been the outpouring of community involvement and contribution. As our incredible healthcare personnel and other essential workers are struggling to get the supplies and protective gear they need due to the increasing Coronavirus cases (and stockpilers limiting folks’ access to necessary, life-saving supplies), many businesses, large and small are rallying to create masks for those in need. Here are some of our favorite brands donating masks for healthcare and essential workers.
Read MoreLocal restaurants and small businesses have been among the most negatively impacted groups since the COVID-19 outbreak. Local officials have called for bar and restaurants closures to further encourage folks to stay home and flatten the curve of the spread. This means restaurants have had to reevaluate their daily operations or close for business entirely. In the hopes of maintaining some normalcy while respecting social distancing, these restaurants in both Oshkosh, WI and Savannah, GA are offering curbside pickup and delivery.
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