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Recent Examples of terracesThe rooms Called casitas, the standard rooms here are closer in size to suites in other hotels—they're 925 square feet—and each one comes with airy outdoor terraces or patios populated with comfy daybeds and lounge chairs.—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026 The yacht uses a bulkhead-free platform intended to dissolve boundaries between interior and exterior spaces through retractable glass walls, fold-down terraces and uninterrupted sightlines.—Dea Jusufi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026 In addition to numerous terraces, patios, decks, and balconies stepping down to flat grassy lawns, mature plantings, and meandering pathways, the lush grounds host a sundeck-encased pool and a sport court.—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 May 2026 Inside, the great room flows into the kitchen, formal dining area and a series of ocean-facing terraces.—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 14 May 2026 Outside, the property continues down the hillside in terraces meant for gathering, play and gardening, with landscaped areas and raised planting beds below.—David Caraccio
may 13, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026 Overhead, a sculptural canopy nods to the winery’s iconic arch, tying together open-air tasting spaces, terraces, and gathering areas that keep the vineyards constantly in view.—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026 Tech-free zones or formal digital detox options are increasingly standard, as are private outdoor spaces such as terraces, plunge pools or gardens.—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026 Private outdoor spaces — terraces, plunge pools or gardens — give guests room to breathe and decompress between programmed activities.—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
For families or larger groups, Gruene Cottages is nestled on three acres and has an onsite playground and pool, along with rooms with private balconies that can sleep up to eight guests.
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Gabi De la Rosa,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
In addition to numerous terraces, patios, decks, and balconies stepping down to flat grassy lawns, mature plantings, and meandering pathways, the lush grounds host a sundeck-encased pool and a sport court.
The new cottages are designed for multigenerational travel, with more room to spread out, plus extended decks, daybeds, and outdoor dining areas that seat six guests.
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Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2026
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