These serene getaway homes are examples of perhaps some of the most idyllic places to be on this earth when you're looking for some alone time. These relaxing, secluded havens are great spots to disappear to when your job or life become a little much.
Whether you're a cabin person with an appreciation for nature or a beach bum looking to catch some rays, there's a little something for everyone out there. While getaway homes and resorts can often run on the pricey side for luxurious comfort, they are awesome sources of inspiration for fixing up your own cabin or beach home. Often resorts and rental homes use the most extravagant fixtures and products, whereas you can find similar items either used or simply cheaper for your own getaway spot.
These gorgeous mountain, beach and nature retreats are a great way to start off 2013 relaxed and invigorated.
58 Serene Getaway Homes
From Stress-Free Beach Homes to Stone-Encrusted Holiday Havens:
Jennifer Gosnell — Dec 31, 2012 — Art & Design
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Buoyant Holiday Homes
The Lausitz Geierswald Resort in Germany Features Floating Residences
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Magnificent Moat Mansions
The Cadas Architecture Itaipava Residence is Lavish and Rustic
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Cliffhanger Hotels
The Hilton Pattaya Hotel Reaches to the Ends of the Earth in Luxury
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Hidden Oasis Homes
Feel Like You're on Vacation Everyday in the Resort House
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Spectacularly Asymmetric Cottages
The 'Wintergreen' by Balance Associates Architects is Gorgeous
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Dramatic Rooftop Pools
Universe Beach House Centers On Swimming & Spectacular Views
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Hand-Picked Vacation Homes
Welcome Beyond Curates the World's Most Luxe Boutique Hotels & Estates
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Retro-Industrial Beach Homes
The 'Point Perry Beach House' by Owen and Vokes Architects
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Tropicultural Getaways
The Sig Bergamin Brazilian Beach House is a Cozy Piece of Paradise
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Lifeguard Tower Homes
The ISEAMI House by Robles Architects is a Perfect Vacation Getaway
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Inner-Self Seeking Havens
Lily Beach Resort & Spa is the Ultimate Relaxation Getaway
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Cubic Summer Cabins
Sommarnojen's Box Homes Help You Escape the City
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Rustic Wheeled Getaways
'Rolling Huts' are Modern Alternative Camping in the Pacific Northwest
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Luxury Coastal Getaways
The Lair Overlooks Australia's Great Oyster Bay
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Nature-Focused Getaway Homes
The Palmyra House by Studio Mumbai Architects is Green & Stylish
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Simplistic Weekend Homes
The Cerveira House by dEMM Architects is All About Relaxation
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Luxuriously Remote Resorts
The Residence Zanzibar Offers a Private and Pricey Island Retreat
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Miniature Ocean Resorts
The Laamu Six Senses Offers a Tranquil Stay on a Tiny Island
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Hovering Hillside Homes
The 'Passage House' is a Japanese Weekend Getaway Property by TNA
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Luxury Hotel Expansions
The W Retreat Bali is a Visual Stunner
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Cubed Camouflaged Havens
Malbaie V Residence by MU Architecture Blends into the Scenery
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Extravagant Eco-Escapes
The Matali Crasset Dar'Hi is a Multicolored Luxurious Tunisian Getaway
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Wild Woodsy Homes
The ‘Tree House Porch’ by John Grable Architects is Divine
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Contemporary Woodland Chalets
The Lopez Island Cabin Offers Secluded Living in Washington State
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Spectacular Slanted Mountain Retreats
'Canyon House' by Balance Associates Architects is Stunning
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Greenery-Infused Abodes
The Chrystalline Artchitect 'Satu House' is a Geometric Masterpiece
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Asymmetrical Log Housing
The Remote 'Meadow Cabin' by Balance Associates Architects is Lovely
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Modern Greek Eco Resorts
Costa Navarino in Greece has a Positive Impact on the Environment
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Solar Sea Homes
Formodesign Creates Water-Surrounded Getaway
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Stone-Encrusted Holiday Havens
Local Rock House by Pattersons Architecture is a Perfect Getaway
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Airy Australian Beach Houses
The Cottesloe House by Paul Burnham is Too Pretty to Live In
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River-Ensconced Hideaways
The Kaweah Falls Retreat Home Incorporates Living Over a Lake
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Cliff-Hanging Cottages
The Greg Wright Architects ‘Las Palmeras’ Home is Mysterious
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Chic Transparent Terraces
The Pavilion Castell D'emporda is Seductively See-Through
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Reflective Mountainside Residences
Conference Crystal Iselsberg by MHM Architects is Breathtaking
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Boastful Australian Abodes
The 'Pretty Beach House' is an Architectural Marvel Nestled Down Under
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Tree-Clad Beach Abodes
'Under Pohutukawa' is Embraced by the Bush that Surrounds
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Window Blind-Inspired Housing
The Marcus Beach House by Bark Architects
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Water Sport Enthusiast Habitats
The Ski House H2o Mixes Summer & Winter in Florida
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Cabana-Clad Island Inns
The Almyra Hotel in Cyprus is a True Paradise Getaway
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Sensual Serene Getaways
Bask in the Tranquil Settings of the Alila Villas Soori Resort in Bali
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Ivory Shoreline Fortresses
The Oslob House by Erazo Inciong Designs has a Breathtaking View
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Wall-Less Seaside Escapes
The Sea House by Sarah Calburn Architects is an Ocean Getaway
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Naturalistic Concrete Castles
The Andrea Kleboth House in Mattsee is an Isolated Abode
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Rustic Luxury Hotels
Le Lodge Park in Paris is the Ultimate Ski-Lover's Destination
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Scenic See-Through Dwellings
The Ana Paula Barros 'Loft Bauhaus' is Striking
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Eternal Ocean Getaways
The Ayada Maldives Resort is High-End Vacation Living
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Chic Woodland Dwellings
Villa Renesse Il by Jack Hoogeboom is the Perfect Weekend Getaway Home
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Transparent Hilltop Sanctuaries
The Island Retreat by Fearon Hay Architects has Panoramic Views
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Inside-Out Abodes
The Fertile House by MU Architects Brings the Outdoors to the Interior
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Rural Mineral Spa Getaways
Bonneville Hot Springs Resort is Still Close to City Life
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Tropical Thai Getaways
The Six Senses Yao Noi Resort is Set Amongst Lush Landscapes
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Barn-Like Chalets
The Movijovem Youth Hostel by ComA in Portugal
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Lopsided Mountain Retreats
The 'Elbow Coulee' by Balance Associates Architects is Asymetrical
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Sweet Rural Retreats
Remote Bed and Breakfast Getwaways for Weary Work Warriors
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Wooden Stone Getaways
The Spacious 'Mountain House' by David Guerra Architecture
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Socially Responsible Resorts
Dharma-Gili by Alfa Resorts is Eco-Friendly and Promotes Awareness
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