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"A New England-inspired cottage in Montauk, NY, aka The End of the World."

"A cottage on the island of Nantucket in MA reflects nautical traditions."

"An 1820 cottage in the Bahamas provides a timeless tropical lifestyle."

"A warm respite tucked into the tranquil carless streets of Fire Island, NY."

"Check out a 1970s-inspired surfing sanctuary just outside of San Diego, CA."

"Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics blend together in a tranquil retreat."

"A secluded retreat blends into the delicate wetlands of Bodega Bay, CA."

"An inviting Virginia Beach, VA getaway is inspired by Caribbean travels."

"A cottage interacts with nature on a private VA beach on Chesapeake Bay."

"A floating home in Seattle is transformed into a dreamy spa-like retreat."

"A family beach cottage pays homage to four generations of seaside memories."

"A cluster of 1917 fisherman shacks combine to provide a mindful escape."

"A pair of handsome cottages overlook the sea on a peaceful Canadian archipelago that's a five-hour ferry ride from the hustle and bustle of Quebec."

"An accomplished artist takes inspiration from the ocean and oyster pond in her own backyard, incorporating elements from all of the waterfront homes she has lived in throughout her life."

"A cliffside cottage in Malibu, California overlooking a secluded beach is inspired by a childhood in Mexico and a love of the ocean brings the outdoors in."

"New York City residents find solace and community on Martha's Vineyard in a cosy black and white cottage with echoes of a Brooklyn loft."

"A young family creates their own tree-filled paradise on the waters of Shelter Island in New York, complete with a treehouse, family heirlooms, and an outdoor stone soaking tub."

"A pair of adjoined cottages are transformed into a family oasis between the Pacific Ocean and the majestic Mount Tam in California."

"A cottage in Downeast Maine incorporates an authentic lobster boat with connections to a fondly remembered childhood."

"A beachfront cottage in Oregon, passed down through the years, holds generations of family memories in the middle of a unique oceanside environment."

"An architect with a love for ornamentation transforms an eyesore rundown structure into a modern cottage on the salt sprayed coast of Maine."

"A family plants roots in the town of Oak Bluffs, MA on Martha\u2019s Vineyard."

"A century-old Tudor cottage updated and returned to its original glory."

"A family finds a maritime-inspired getaway on a secluded Oregon coastline."

"In honor of her late husband, a woman transformed a 1957 beach cottage into her family\u2019s dream home: the Shug Shack. She and her children celebrate his memory during a day of riding bikes, cooking lunch, enjoying the beach and spending time together."

"To celebrate the beauty of Baja California Sur\u2019s oceanfront desert, a couple built Casa Pakal. Secluded amidst banana trees and cacti, Casa Pakal blends nature with various Mexican styles into a thoughtful haven where every detail tells a story."

"To fulfill a need for an escape along with his lifelong dream of building something entirely from the start, a man found the perfect location on a remote island in the Bahamas. Then, he built the Thatch House -- an off-the-grid eco-friendly surf camp."

"A couple and their family of four enjoy the tranquility of Rosea Ranch, their home nestled along the northern California coast."

"After falling in love with the island of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean, a couple decided to transform a cliffside cottage into their own personal paradise."

"Fulfilling a lifelong dream, a man revamps an abandoned cottage into a rugged yet refined retreat. He and his dogs embrace the challenges and lifestyle of the outer San Juan Islands."

"First-time home builders construct a year-round escape on the shores of Cherry Grove, New York, one of America\u2019s first LGBTQ+ communities. Enjoying a restful fall weekend, the couple reflects on the various seasons they\u2019ve spent at Cherry Grove Escape."

"In honor of her childhood summers, a woman crafts Twin Peaks -- a double A-frame cottage just steps away from the British Columbian coast. Integrating the intense vibrancy of the surrounding nature into the home, she finds serenity."

"A couple who winters at their inherited lighthouse-inspired home reflects on its restoration, its quirks, its family legacy and the protection of the last bastion of Florida\u2019s small beach towns."

"Seeking a simpler life, a Portland creative found this artistic wooden cottage on the Oregon coast. Taking his position as the latest steward of the land seriously, the owner transforms the garden and creates opportunities for fellow artists."

"A couple gets help from their kids as they breathe new life and legacy into a one-hundred-year-old cottage in the dunes of Cape May, New Jersey. Taking on the restoration of the 1920s beach house themselves, the young family forges a perfect escape."

"A woman uses her design expertise to create the Sag Harbor Cottage. Full of music, memories, and the space to make new ones, Sag Harbor Cottage is the perfect escape for her whole family."

"On the Oregon Coast, photographer and filmmaker, Ben Moon, builds a home where the forest meets the sea. Designed for surfing, creativity, and healing, it's a sanctuary shaped by light, sound and a deep connection to place."

"A couple makes the most of an idyllic location -- high on cliffs overlooking the English Channel -- with a picture-perfect cottage home for weekend entertaining. Their quirky design approach includes thatched roofs and a glitterball."

"After years of visiting family in the Dominican Republic, an NYC-based couple designed a beach cabin as a place to call home for future visits. Built entirely out of Brazilian wood, Casa Madera beautifully combines indoor and outdoor living."

"An adventurous family built their dream cottage on the coast of Nova Scotia. Combining design elements from their architecture and prefab business, their modern, modular home features a sauna, stunning views of the Atlantic, and private beach access."

"Nestled in the woods of coastal Southampton, New York, a couple designed a quaint beach cottage for summer getaways. Inspired by time they spent in London, their design draws from the coziness of the Cotswolds, as well as the history of the home."

"Empty-nesters turned to a childhood friend to help them fulfill their lifelong dream of building a beach house. Just steps from Vilano Beach, Florida, they custom built Salt Cured Cottage, complete with tropical landscaping and a big front porch."

"A Venezuelan artist put down roots with her uniquely designed home Palapa Concreta, in Oaxaca, Mexico. Her open-air retreat design on the edge of Puerto Escondido serves both as a living art exhibit and a seamless blend between the indoors and outdoors."

"A couple hand-built their rugged cottage on the wild coast of Washington using local timber to withstand fierce coastal winds. Thus, creating the retreat of their dreams that will stand the test of time with both its incredible craftsmanship and beauty."

"After purchasing a beachfront property close to relatives, a young family native to The Outer Banks put their DIY skills to work in designing a colorful full-time beach residence, with state park views and plenty of creative space for their growing kids."

"A couple longing to live by the ocean found an empty lot on the seaside mountains of Montara Beach. Now they've built the custom beach home of their dreams from the ground up."

"A New York City-based couple transformed a 1970s beach cabin into an Australian-inspired outdoor living oasis as a place for them and their kids to slow down and connect with nature."

"In Arch Cape, Oregon, a couple bought an unusually shaped beachfront property that many other buyers overlooked. With the help of an architect, they crafted the property into a stunning glass-and-cedar modern home that blends with the rugged coast."

"Two friends restored a beach cottage on Edisto Island, SC., preserving much of the home's original maritime charm. Amidst their creatively fulfilling renovation project, the dual-sided living quarters created a home away from home for both their families."