South Florida's most expensive hotel rooms

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November 4, 2011|By Doreen Hemlock, SunSentinel

Luxury resorts in South Florida are getting even pricier this winter. Try $7,500 a night for the presidential suite at the Boca Raton Resort & Club.

Few can afford that. But hotel consultant Scott Brush says there are plenty of celebrities, entrepreneurs and foreign guests who can pay for South Florida's deluxe digs, some with private elevators.

"The top 1 percent in the country is people making more than $400,000 a year. And if we're 300 million people, that's 3 million," said Brush of Brush & Co. in Miami. "That's a fair size market."

The Boca resort's presidential suite, for example, has hosted actress-singer Jennifer Lopez and the Egyptian billionaire father of Dodi Fayed, whose son died in a car crash with Princess Diana.

The price gap is wide between top suites and most rooms. Average hotel rates were $125 a night in Broward and $155 a night in Palm Beach county last January.

Here are six of the most expensive rooms in the area and what you get for the money:

• W Fort Lauderdale: The Extreme Wow Suite at the hip W spans 4,330 square feet, including a wrap-around balcony accessible from each room and equipped for entertaining. The terrace can hold up to 25 people on its lounge furniture and dining table – more than many homes.

The two-bedroom suite on the 24th floor sports the latest technology: a Bang & Olufsen entertainment system with a 50-inch LCD TV, DVD player, Tivoli alarm clock/radio and an iPod docking station in the living area, smaller flat screen TVs in each bedroom and high-speed Internet access.

It also offers hip comforts in its 2-and-a-half bathrooms: a whirlpool bath-tub, a rain-forest shower that opens to the balcony, plus a free-standing concrete cast tub surrounded by river rocks.

The price this winter: $5,000 a night, up from $4,000 a night last year.

• The Atlantic Resort & Spa, Fort Lauderdale: Both Oceanfront Penthouses offer luxury brand-items: Molton Brown bath amenities, Frette bathrobes and La Belge chocolates at turndown.

Each has two-bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and marble bathrooms in its 2,200 square feet, not counting the wraparound balconies.

The price this winter: From $1,500 to $3,000 per night, depending on the date, which is similar to last year.

• Boca Raton Resort & Club: The Tower Presidential Suite starts on the 26^h floor and includes two levels on 6,000 square feet, linked by a private elevator and by a spiral staircase.

The suite has three bedrooms, each with a king-size bed and private bathroom. The master bedroom also has fitness equipment inside and an oversized marble bathtub with jets in it.

For entertaining, there's a grand piano. That's in addition to double-height living area with ample seating areas and picture windows, wet-bar and a media pit sporting a large projection TV with surround sound.

The price this winter: $7,500 a night, up about 5 percent from last year.

• The Breakers Palm Beach: The Imperial Suite was renovated last year before other rooms were redone in an $80 million resort upgrade. Its new décor has a marine theme, with starfish designs on pillows and white coral-like branches on lamp bases.

The one-bedroom suite has five step-out balconies with ocean views. There's a six-seat dining area, wet bar, half bathroom for guests, a new sound system and personal concierge services.

The price this winter: Reduced to $5,400 a night from $5,900 because other rooms are more newly renovated.

• Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach: The Deluxe Oceanfront Suite has two furnished terraces and a railed-in Juliet balcony to step outside the way Romeo's beloved once did.

It has two bedrooms and can expand to three or four bedrooms by adding a connecting room. Newly renovated by Canadian designer Brian Gluckstein, the style is upscale beach house, with fabrics in sea-glass colors and custom furnishings with seashell glaze.

For children, there are brand-name accessories, including a crib and changing table from Maclaren's Cabine collection.

The price this winter: $4,500 a night, up from $4,000 a night last winter.

• Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale: The Two-Bedroom Oceanfront Residential Suite on the 17th floor comes with access for four to the exclusive Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge. The 8th floor lounge has free food and drink daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., a separate TV room, sitting area, computer station and a dedicated concierge.

The suite has 1,345 square feet, not counting the balconies. It offers a granite-countertop kitchenette, dining table for four, 37-inch flat-screen TVs, marble bath, plush bathrobes, free DVD rentals and a "digital guest control system" to help you turn on and off the TVs and lights.

The price this winter: $2,500, up from $2,000 last winter.

dhemlock@tribune.com or 305-810-5009

45 Modern Bathroom Interior Design Ideas

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Welcome to our gallery showcasing an extensive collection of modern bathroom interior ideas.

The wide range of styles and materials featured here grant us a glimpse of the possibilities available when designing a modern bathroom.

They show us that convenience and function does not have to be sacrificed for style and comfort.

In fact, the best of these designs manage to inextricably link function and form in a manner than enhances both sides of the coin.

Within this collection, you’ll see certain materials making an appearance in dozens of fresh guises.

Beige tiling can seem like an overly common element until you realize the extreme variation that creative design can produce.

Stained wood cabinetry and wall paneling can evoke everything from traditional styling to the height of modern aesthetics.

Glass is perhaps the most innovative and varied material employed by these wide ranging bathrooms.

From curved glass shower enclosures to uniquely cut window panes to completely glass pedestal tubs, this material is never left wanting for fresh ideas.

Keep your eyes out for the truly novel designs, incorporating skylights, hidden water closets, striking tile patterns, and futuristic vanity constructs.

You’ll see ceiling-mounted, swivel mirrors, wall-cut shelving enclosures, faucets in a galaxy of shapes and mountings, innovative bathroom storage options and more.

These are but a few of the interesting stylistic twists incorporated into the beautiful bathrooms we’ve gathered for your pleasure and inspiration.

Deep black tiles and stained wood cabinetry on the lower half of this bathroom contrast with the bright white wall tiles and ceiling on top. Lengthy mirror stands over dual vanity, with large soaking tub at far end, beneath a pair of windows." alt="Deep black tiles and stained wood cabinetry on the lower half of this bathroom contrast with the bright white wall tiles and ceiling on top. Lengthy mirror stands over dual vanity, with large soaking tub at far end, beneath a pair of windows." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Deep black tiles and stained wood cabinetry on the lower half of this bathroom contrast with the bright white wall tiles and ceiling on top. Lengthy mirror stands over dual vanity, with large soaking tub at far end, beneath a pair of windows.

Warm natural wood cabinetry and large mirror frame livens up this beige tile bathroom, with two rectangular vessel sinks on the vanity, next to a large wall-wide glass shower enclosure." alt="Warm natural wood cabinetry and large mirror frame livens up this beige tile bathroom, with two rectangular vessel sinks on the vanity, next to a large wall-wide glass shower enclosure." width="850" height="565" src="src" />

Warm natural wood cabinetry and large mirror frame livens up this beige tile bathroom, with two rectangular vessel sinks on the vanity, next to a large wall-wide glass shower enclosure.

Muted tones inform this ultra-minimalist bathroom. Striking, all-glass free standing tub stands before a wall-size window, while floating white vanity hangs below a sliding mirror cabinet." alt="Muted tones inform this ultra-minimalist bathroom. Striking, all-glass free standing tub stands before a wall-size window, while floating white vanity hangs below a sliding mirror cabinet." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Muted tones inform this ultra-minimalist bathroom. Striking, all-glass free standing tub stands before a wall-size window, while floating white vanity hangs below a sliding mirror cabinet.

Natural wood floating cabinetry hangs over tile flooring in this large, vaulted ceiling bathroom. White countertops pair with walls and ceiling, while immense glass framed shower holds the entire far wall." alt="Natural wood floating cabinetry hangs over tile flooring in this large, vaulted ceiling bathroom. White countertops pair with walls and ceiling, while immense glass framed shower holds the entire far wall." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Natural wood floating cabinetry hangs over tile flooring in this large, vaulted ceiling bathroom. White countertops pair with walls and ceiling, while immense glass framed shower holds the entire far wall.

natural wood tones throughout this lengthy bathroom. Dual vanity with marble backsplash over floating cabinetry places mirrors between lengths of window, while all glass shower takes up end of the room." alt="Sparkling mixture of bright marble and natural wood tones throughout this lengthy bathroom. Dual vanity with marble backsplash over floating cabinetry places mirrors between lengths of window, while all glass shower takes up end of the room." width="1024" height="681" src="src" />

Sparkling mixture of bright marble and natural wood tones throughout this lengthy bathroom. Dual vanity with marble backsplash over floating cabinetry places mirrors between lengths of window, while all glass shower takes up end of the room. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

modern bathroom features space age-look rounded white cabinetry with immense vessel sink, with rich wood paneling paired with beige tiling throughout. Pedestal tub is paired with all-glass shower enclosure." alt="Ultra-modern bathroom features space age-look rounded white cabinetry with immense vessel sink, with rich wood paneling paired with beige tiling throughout. Pedestal tub is paired with all-glass shower enclosure." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Ultra-modern bathroom features space age-look rounded white cabinetry with immense vessel sink, with rich wood paneling paired with beige tiling throughout. Pedestal tub is paired with all-glass shower enclosure.

cozy bathroom makes innovative and extensive use of small tiling throughout, with beige toned application surrounding the natural wood trim tub enclosure, while a curved red tile wall surrounds the shower space." alt="This cozy bathroom makes innovative and extensive use of small tiling throughout, with beige toned application surrounding the natural wood trim tub enclosure, while a curved red tile wall surrounds the shower space." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

This cozy bathroom makes innovative and extensive use of small tiling throughout, with beige toned application surrounding the natural wood trim tub enclosure, while a curved red tile wall surrounds the shower space.

modern bathroom replete with traditional materials in novel configurations: dark tile flooring and backsplash pair with glossy white panels throughout, while dark hardwood door features glass slats, and curved glass shower commands attention in the corner." alt="Another ultra-modern bathroom replete with traditional materials in novel configurations: dark tile flooring and backsplash pair with glossy white panels throughout, while dark hardwood door features glass slats, and curved glass shower commands attention in the corner." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Another ultra-modern bathroom replete with traditional materials in novel configurations: dark tile flooring and backsplash pair with glossy white panels throughout, while dark hardwood door features glass slats, and curved glass shower commands attention in the corner.

large open bathroom design features a free-standing vanity at center, with pivoting circular mirrors hung from the ceiling. Hardwood flooring anchors the light toned design, while patterned beige tile decorates the large glass shower enclosure." alt="Lavish, large open bathroom design features a free-standing vanity at center, with pivoting circular mirrors hung from the ceiling. Hardwood flooring anchors the light toned design, while patterned beige tile decorates the large glass shower enclosure." width="1024" height="768" src="src" />

Lavish, large open bathroom design features a free-standing vanity at center, with pivoting circular mirrors hung from the ceiling. Hardwood flooring anchors the light toned design, while patterned beige tile decorates the large glass shower enclosure. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

concrete walls features a raised natural wood platform with lengthy jacuzzi tub, while central double vanity holds white vessel sinks next to a pair of floor to ceiling windows." alt="Modern bathroom wrapped in concrete walls features a raised natural wood platform with lengthy jacuzzi tub, while central double vanity holds white vessel sinks next to a pair of floor to ceiling windows." width="1000" height="657" src="src" />

Modern bathroom wrapped in concrete walls features a raised natural wood platform with lengthy jacuzzi tub, while central double vanity holds white vessel sinks next to a pair of floor to ceiling windows.

luxurious bathroom wraps rich wood paneling around a marble floor, with grand circular soaking tub at center. Embedded floor lighting highlights the tub, while gas fireplace is flanked by four full vanity stations." alt="Ultra-luxurious bathroom wraps rich wood paneling around a marble floor, with grand circular soaking tub at center. Embedded floor lighting highlights the tub, while gas fireplace is flanked by four full vanity stations." width="800" height="600" src="src" />

Ultra-luxurious bathroom wraps rich wood paneling around a marble floor, with grand circular soaking tub at center. Embedded floor lighting highlights the tub, while gas fireplace is flanked by four full vanity stations. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

large soaking tub in this bathroom. Mosaic tile wall defines the space, while salmon toned ceiling adds splash of color." alt="Black floor tile contrasts with white countertop and large soaking tub in this bathroom. Mosaic tile wall defines the space, while salmon toned ceiling adds splash of color." width="1000" height="751" src="src" />

Black floor tile contrasts with white countertop and large soaking tub in this bathroom. Mosaic tile wall defines the space, while salmon toned ceiling adds splash of color.

features light hardwood dual vanity cabinetry across from a large jacuzzi tub, with glass panels enclosing both shower and water closet functions." alt="Perfect bathroom for two features light hardwood dual vanity cabinetry across from a large jacuzzi tub, with glass panels enclosing both shower and water closet functions." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Perfect bathroom for two features light hardwood dual vanity cabinetry across from a large jacuzzi tub, with glass panels enclosing both shower and water closet functions.

Seaside bathroom features full height sliding glass patio access, with wall-mounted waterfall faucet above large soaking tub standing across a marble tile floor from immense dual vanity, wrapped in glossy white cabinetry." alt="Seaside bathroom features full height sliding glass patio access, with wall-mounted waterfall faucet above large soaking tub standing across a marble tile floor from immense dual vanity, wrapped in glossy white cabinetry." width="1024" height="683" src="src" />

Seaside bathroom features full height sliding glass patio access, with wall-mounted waterfall faucet above large soaking tub standing across a marble tile floor from immense dual vanity, wrapped in glossy white cabinetry. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

ultra modern design bathroom features an array of unique elements, including rainbow-tiled jacuzzi tub surround, curved glass shower enclosure, and floating white semicircular vanity. Raised bath space is defined by curved tile ledge, while intricate gold-hardware and glass shelving hangs on walls." alt="Striking, ultra modern design bathroom features an array of unique elements, including rainbow-tiled jacuzzi tub surround, curved glass shower enclosure, and floating white semicircular vanity. Raised bath space is defined by curved tile ledge, while intricate gold-hardware and glass shelving hangs on walls." width="1000" height="737" src="src" />

Striking, ultra modern design bathroom features an array of unique elements, including rainbow-tiled jacuzzi tub surround, curved glass shower enclosure, and floating white semicircular vanity. Raised bath space is defined by curved tile ledge, while intricate gold-hardware and glass shelving hangs on walls.

White water closet wall features built-in shelving with more rainbow tile, next to a blue smoked glass door framed in black." alt="Here's a second angle on the prior bathroom. White water closet wall features built-in shelving with more rainbow tile, next to a blue smoked glass door framed in black." width="1000" height="479" src="src" />

Here’s a second angle on the prior bathroom. White water closet wall features built-in shelving with more rainbow tile, next to a blue smoked glass door framed in black.

Stone tile bathroom cuts a long, narrow path in this home. Floating dark wood and white panel vanity with dual vessel sinks stands below ceiling-level horizontal windows, while soaking tub fills the end of the space below a white drying rack." alt="Stone tile bathroom cuts a long, narrow path in this home. Floating dark wood and white panel vanity with dual vessel sinks stands below ceiling-level horizontal windows, while soaking tub fills the end of the space below a white drying rack." width="1000" height="703" src="src" />

Stone tile bathroom cuts a long, narrow path in this home. Floating dark wood and white panel vanity with dual vessel sinks stands below ceiling-level horizontal windows, while soaking tub fills the end of the space below a white drying rack.

Lush white wood panel walls and vanity sandwich granite countertops and rectangular vessel sinks, hanging over a floor comprised of dark stained hardwood and beige tile in the bath area. Pedestal tub sits below large windows, next to glass panel shower." alt="Lush white wood panel walls and vanity sandwich granite countertops and rectangular vessel sinks, hanging over a floor comprised of dark stained hardwood and beige tile in the bath area. Pedestal tub sits below large windows, next to glass panel shower." width="1000" height="666" src="src" />

Lush white wood panel walls and vanity sandwich granite countertops and rectangular vessel sinks, hanging over a floor comprised of dark stained hardwood and beige tile in the bath area. Pedestal tub sits below large windows, next to glass panel shower.

Massive bedroom suite opens into this modern bathroom featuring dark wood cabinetry and vanity with lower makeup space. Large pedestal tub stands before an array of full height windows with mountain views." alt="Massive bedroom suite opens into this modern bathroom featuring dark wood cabinetry and vanity with lower makeup space. Large pedestal tub stands before an array of full height windows with mountain views." width="1024" height="680" src="src" />

Massive bedroom suite opens into this modern bathroom featuring dark wood cabinetry and vanity with lower makeup space. Large pedestal tub stands before an array of full height windows with mountain views. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

beige tile bathroom features a luxurious layout, pairing a window seat bathtub with glass frame shower, dual marble topped vanities, and private water closet space." alt="Vaulted ceiling, beige tile bathroom features a luxurious layout, pairing a window seat bathtub with glass frame shower, dual marble topped vanities, and private water closet space." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Vaulted ceiling, beige tile bathroom features a luxurious layout, pairing a window seat bathtub with glass frame shower, dual marble topped vanities, and private water closet space.

Rich beige soaked bathroom squeezes immense detail in a cozy space. Dark wood surrounds a lengthy tub and comprises the vanity cabinetry, while glass shower stands in corner beside sliding panel to bedroom suite." alt="Rich beige soaked bathroom squeezes immense detail in a cozy space. Dark wood surrounds a lengthy tub and comprises the vanity cabinetry, while glass shower stands in corner beside sliding panel to bedroom suite." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Rich beige soaked bathroom squeezes immense detail in a cozy space. Dark wood surrounds a lengthy tub and comprises the vanity cabinetry, while glass shower stands in corner beside sliding panel to bedroom suite.

private water closet space around a corner at the far end, next to a marbled detail wall glowing at center." alt="Taking the opposite view of the prior room, we see the private water closet space around a corner at the far end, next to a marbled detail wall glowing at center." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Taking the opposite view of the prior room, we see the private water closet space around a corner at the far end, next to a marbled detail wall glowing at center.

vaulted ceiling holds an intricate array of textures and materials. Large glass shower enclosure holds a pedestal tub, while carved and painted wood vanity holds pedestal sink at left. Mirroed tile coats the central wall and ceiling surfaces, while rich wood stairs and raised platform stand at far end." alt="Ultra-modern bathroom under vaulted ceiling holds an intricate array of textures and materials. Large glass shower enclosure holds a pedestal tub, while carved and painted wood vanity holds pedestal sink at left. Mirroed tile coats the central wall and ceiling surfaces, while rich wood stairs and raised platform stand at far end." width="940" height="705" src="src" />

Ultra-modern bathroom under vaulted ceiling holds an intricate array of textures and materials. Large glass shower enclosure holds a pedestal tub, while carved and painted wood vanity holds pedestal sink at left. Mirroed tile coats the central wall and ceiling surfaces, while rich wood stairs and raised platform stand at far end. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

rich dark wood flooring. Dual vanity stands beneath full height mirror, while glass shower enclosure abuts a large jacuzzi tub beneath smoked glass window." alt="Marble wrapped bathroom stands muted blue cabinetry over rich dark wood flooring. Dual vanity stands beneath full height mirror, while glass shower enclosure abuts a large jacuzzi tub beneath smoked glass window." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Marble wrapped bathroom stands muted blue cabinetry over rich dark wood flooring. Dual vanity stands beneath full height mirror, while glass shower enclosure abuts a large jacuzzi tub beneath smoked glass window.

luxurious bathroom spreads marble tiling beneath a white vaulted ceiling. Full height mirrors on two walls add visual space, while natural wood cabinetry adds a traditional touch." alt="Immense, luxurious bathroom spreads marble tiling beneath a white vaulted ceiling. Full height mirrors on two walls add visual space, while natural wood cabinetry adds a traditional touch." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Immense, luxurious bathroom spreads marble tiling beneath a white vaulted ceiling. Full height mirrors on two walls add visual space, while natural wood cabinetry adds a traditional touch.

Modern white bathroom features an immense all-glass shower next to white pedestal tub, with natural light spilling through the nearly all-glass external wall, with views of a private patio space." alt="Modern white bathroom features an immense all-glass shower next to white pedestal tub, with natural light spilling through the nearly all-glass external wall, with views of a private patio space." width="960" height="640" src="src" />

Modern white bathroom features an immense all-glass shower next to white pedestal tub, with natural light spilling through the nearly all-glass external wall, with views of a private patio space. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

dark stained wood cabinetry. Large mirror hangs on central marble shower enclosure with smoked glass doors." alt="Sprawling marble floor bathroom features full separate vanity and makeup stations, all in dark stained wood cabinetry. Large mirror hangs on central marble shower enclosure with smoked glass doors." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Sprawling marble floor bathroom features full separate vanity and makeup stations, all in dark stained wood cabinetry. Large mirror hangs on central marble shower enclosure with smoked glass doors.

Dark brown tiles and matching wood cabinetry and bath enclosure pair with massive dual sink vanity surface in this beige bathroom. Wall tiles are interlaced with metal strips for detail, while large glass wall shower stands in corner." alt="Dark brown tiles and matching wood cabinetry and bath enclosure pair with massive dual sink vanity surface in this beige bathroom. Wall tiles are interlaced with metal strips for detail, while large glass wall shower stands in corner." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Dark brown tiles and matching wood cabinetry and bath enclosure pair with massive dual sink vanity surface in this beige bathroom. Wall tiles are interlaced with metal strips for detail, while large glass wall shower stands in corner.

Warm beige tones permeate this cozy bathroom, with massive glass enclosed shower at center. Lengthy soaking tub beneath window is wrapped in dark wood paneling, matching the vanity cabinetry." alt="Warm beige tones permeate this cozy bathroom, with massive glass enclosed shower at center. Lengthy soaking tub beneath window is wrapped in dark wood paneling, matching the vanity cabinetry." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Warm beige tones permeate this cozy bathroom, with massive glass enclosed shower at center. Lengthy soaking tub beneath window is wrapped in dark wood paneling, matching the vanity cabinetry.

large free standing soaking tub wrapped in tile. Natural wood panels cut through white tile flooring for unique look." alt="Angled ceiling with a pair of skylights hangs over large free standing soaking tub wrapped in tile. Natural wood panels cut through white tile flooring for unique look." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Angled ceiling with a pair of skylights hangs over large free standing soaking tub wrapped in tile. Natural wood panels cut through white tile flooring for unique look.

Cozy bathroom features rich textured walls, with dark copper tile backsplash and all-glass shower enclosure." alt="Cozy bathroom features rich textured walls, with dark copper tile backsplash and all-glass shower enclosure." width="847" height="567" src="src" />

Cozy bathroom features rich textured walls, with dark copper tile backsplash and all-glass shower enclosure.

Master bedroom suite opens from two angles toward this lush bathroom featuring rich wood trim over tile flooring. Large central glass wrapped shower holds brick tile walls and small wood bench." alt="Master bedroom suite opens from two angles toward this lush bathroom featuring rich wood trim over tile flooring. Large central glass wrapped shower holds brick tile walls and small wood bench." width="850" height="565" src="src" />

Master bedroom suite opens from two angles toward this lush bathroom featuring rich wood trim over tile flooring. Large central glass wrapped shower holds brick tile walls and small wood bench.

Warm beige marble flooring and walls wrap this bathroom, featuring floating dark wood vanity across from white pedestal tub, with glass shower stall in corner. Built-in wall coves are internally lit, with patterned tile backing." alt="Warm beige marble flooring and walls wrap this bathroom, featuring floating dark wood vanity across from white pedestal tub, with glass shower stall in corner. Built-in wall coves are internally lit, with patterned tile backing." width="858" height="559" src="src" />

Warm beige marble flooring and walls wrap this bathroom, featuring floating dark wood vanity across from white pedestal tub, with glass shower stall in corner. Built-in wall coves are internally lit, with patterned tile backing.  See 32 more pictures of incredible bathrooms by many top designers.

Bright beige tones warm this open bathroom, surrounding a large oval pedestal tub and central all-glass shower. Small television is built into wall while chrome drying rack stands opposite." alt="Bright beige tones warm this open bathroom, surrounding a large oval pedestal tub and central all-glass shower. Small television is built into wall while chrome drying rack stands opposite." width="1000" height="675" src="src" />

Bright beige tones warm this open bathroom, surrounding a large oval pedestal tub and central all-glass shower. Small television is built into wall while chrome drying rack stands opposite.

tropical themed bathroom holds a large ring-style chandelier over oblong pedestal tub, with open design shower in foreground surrounded by greenery." alt="This bright, tropical themed bathroom holds a large ring-style chandelier over oblong pedestal tub, with open design shower in foreground surrounded by greenery." width="512" height="768" src="src" />

This bright, tropical themed bathroom holds a large ring-style chandelier over oblong pedestal tub, with open design shower in foreground surrounded by greenery. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

patio connection features rich array of materials, from marble flooring, wall, and bath surround, to dark wood cabinetry below a glass topped, stone-filled vanity countertop. Vessel sinks stand under wall-mounted faucets, while gas fireplace hangs above bathtub at left." alt="Bathroom with a patio connection features rich array of materials, from marble flooring, wall, and bath surround, to dark wood cabinetry below a glass topped, stone-filled vanity countertop. Vessel sinks stand under wall-mounted faucets, while gas fireplace hangs above bathtub at left." width="1000" height="691" src="src" />

Bathroom with a patio connection features rich array of materials, from marble flooring, wall, and bath surround, to dark wood cabinetry below a glass topped, stone-filled vanity countertop. Vessel sinks stand under wall-mounted faucets, while gas fireplace hangs above bathtub at left.

open design bathroom features a unique garden spa space, with vegetation surrounding a tub beneath lattice wood shelter, allowing sunlight and fresh air throughout." alt="Light, open design bathroom features a unique garden spa space, with vegetation surrounding a tub beneath lattice wood shelter, allowing sunlight and fresh air throughout." width="849" height="565" src="src" />

Light, open design bathroom features a unique garden spa space, with vegetation surrounding a tub beneath lattice wood shelter, allowing sunlight and fresh air throughout.

Modern bathroom features a bold mixture of bright natural wood - from flooring tiles to floating vanity cabinets - and dark brown tile on all walls. Pedestal tub stands beneath a window at the end, while sliding door conceals water closet space." alt="Modern bathroom features a bold mixture of bright natural wood - from flooring tiles to floating vanity cabinets - and dark brown tile on all walls. Pedestal tub stands beneath a window at the end, while sliding door conceals water closet space." width="1000" height="680" src="src" />

Modern bathroom features a bold mixture of bright natural wood – from flooring tiles to floating vanity cabinets – and dark brown tile on all walls. Pedestal tub stands beneath a window at the end, while sliding door conceals water closet space.

airy bathroom design features rich hardwood flooring, dark wood dual vanity, and white lengthy tub and glass shower enclosure. Full height windows allow for sunlight throughout." alt="Bright, airy bathroom design features rich hardwood flooring, dark wood dual vanity, and white lengthy tub and glass shower enclosure. Full height windows allow for sunlight throughout." width="550" height="734" src="src" />

Bright, airy bathroom design features rich hardwood flooring, dark wood dual vanity, and white lengthy tub and glass shower enclosure. Full height windows allow for sunlight throughout. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

open bathroom holds a pair of discrete vanities in wood framed wall cutouts, while white pedestal tub stands before a massive wall-size window with ocean views." alt="Tropical styled, open bathroom holds a pair of discrete vanities in wood framed wall cutouts, while white pedestal tub stands before a massive wall-size window with ocean views." width="851" height="564" src="src" />

Tropical styled, open bathroom holds a pair of discrete vanities in wood framed wall cutouts, while white pedestal tub stands before a massive wall-size window with ocean views.

natural wood wall accent holding large mirror over a floating sink vanity. Pedestal tub at right stands on metal frame over wood plank base, before a detailed micro-tile wall." alt="Unique styling informs this modern bathroom, with natural wood wall accent holding large mirror over a floating sink vanity. Pedestal tub at right stands on metal frame over wood plank base, before a detailed micro-tile wall." width="849" height="565" src="src" />

Unique styling informs this modern bathroom, with natural wood wall accent holding large mirror over a floating sink vanity. Pedestal tub at right stands on metal frame over wood plank base, before a detailed micro-tile wall.

Modern minimalist design permeates this natural wood bathroom, with matching floor and wall panels and floating dual vanity. Immense jacuzzi tub stands at right, while wall mounted shelving and drying racks stand across." alt="Modern minimalist design permeates this natural wood bathroom, with matching floor and wall panels and floating dual vanity. Immense jacuzzi tub stands at right, while wall mounted shelving and drying racks stand across." width="874" height="549" src="src" />

Modern minimalist design permeates this natural wood bathroom, with matching floor and wall panels and floating dual vanity. Immense jacuzzi tub stands at right, while wall mounted shelving and drying racks stand across.

open design bedroom bathroom suite holds a striking mixture of blue and beige marble, wrapped in curved shapes dividing the spaces. Large tub is wrapped in blue marble as well, while floating natural wood cabinetry holds dual vanities in front of a large bay window." alt="This open design bedroom bathroom suite holds a striking mixture of blue and beige marble, wrapped in curved shapes dividing the spaces. Large tub is wrapped in blue marble as well, while floating natural wood cabinetry holds dual vanities in front of a large bay window." width="900" height="675" src="src" />

This open design bedroom bathroom suite holds a striking mixture of blue and beige marble, wrapped in curved shapes dividing the spaces. Large tub is wrapped in blue marble as well, while floating natural wood cabinetry holds dual vanities in front of a large bay window. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

design upper walls, while floating wood cabinetry is topped by brown marble beneath a large vanity window. Glass shower and bathtub enclosures complete the look." alt="Rich textures abound in this modern bathroom: beige tile on lower walls and floor paired with white chevron-design upper walls, while floating wood cabinetry is topped by brown marble beneath a large vanity window. Glass shower and bathtub enclosures complete the look." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Rich textures abound in this modern bathroom: beige tile on lower walls and floor paired with white chevron-design upper walls, while floating wood cabinetry is topped by brown marble beneath a large vanity window. Glass shower and bathtub enclosures complete the look.

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A Water's Edge Retreat on Kelleys Island

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By VacationIdea Staff. Last Updated on September 30, 2017.

A Water's Edge Retreat is a luxurious bed and breakfast retreat on Kelleys Island in Lake Erie, Ohio. Located four miles north of Marblehead in the western basin of Lake Erie, Kelleys Island is the largest American island in the lake and is a popular vacation destination for families and couples alike.

A Water's Edge Retreat offers a relaxing, home-away-from-home retreat with elegant accommodations, delicious home-cooked cuisine, modern conveniences and friendly, welcoming service. All guest rooms and suites offer beautiful views Sandusky Bay, and most offer views of Marblehead Lighthouse and Cedar Point, and guests can kick back and watch the lake freighters make their way across the lake.

Guests are treated to a gourmet breakfast served every morning, which can be enjoyed in the beautiful formal dining room or outside on the covered verandah overlooking the lake. Cheese and wine hour is held each afternoon, offering samples of some of the region’s best cheese and wines. A roaring fire in the lounge offers cozy respite on chillydays, and sunny beach decks are ideal for relaxing in the summer months, and a whirlpool spa is a perfect place to unwind.

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A Water's Edge Retreat Suites

A Water's Edge Retreat offers six beautifully appointed and individually decorated guest suites with private entrances, en-suite bathrooms, and deluxe amenities. All suites boast breathtaking views of the gardens and lake, and additional amenities such as fireplaces, Jacuzzis, golf carts and bicycles add extra levels of comfort to ensure an unforgettable stay.

The Robert Stephen Waterfront Jacuzzi Suite is a stunning L-shaped carpeted suite with a queen-sized bed dressed with country-style linens, an en-suite bathroom with a double soaking tub and glass-enclosed corner shower, and separate sitting area with gorgeous lake views. The sunny living room features a love seat and three large windows overlooking the lake while a skylight over the tub in the bathroom offers the perfect place to soak up the stars.

The Mary LouisePremium Waterfront Guest Suite boasts an unusual octagonal shape with four large windows offering breathtaking waterfront view. The carpeted suite features a queen-size bed and private en-suite bathroom with soaking bathtub and glass-enclosed shower and ample storage for clothing.

The Charles Lawrence Suite is an Executive Jacuzzi/Honeymoon Suite and offers extra levels of luxury and comfort. This beautiful two-room waterfront-facing suite features a master bedroom with aqueen-size bed dressed in plush country-style linens, and a private en-suite bathroom with walk-in ceramic-tiled shower and double Jacuzzi bathtub. Two separate sitting areas enjoy a large fireplace, overstuffed chairs and an ottoman, modern amenities such as television, VCR and CD player and opens onto a sunny porch overlooking the lake.

The Marguerite Suite is a Premium Waterfront Guestroom that offers a large queen bedroom and separate sunny sitting area with windows that look out over the lake. This gorgeous waterfront-facing suite features a queen-size bed in country fabrics, an en-suite bathroom with glass-enclosed shower and bathtub, and extra sitting nook with large windows facing the lake and modern amenities, including CD player and stereo player.

The Paul Francis Suite is an alluring waterfront-facing guestroom with three-sided views of the lake and sunny spacious living areas. The Suite features a queen-size bedroom and en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower. A cozy sitting nook has a day bed / pull-out sofa for extra guests and desk and chair.

There is a minimum two-night stay at all guest suites and each suite includes a gourmet breakfast each morning, afternoon cheese and wine, beverages and hors d'oeuvres in the evening, bicycle and discounted golf cart rental, a $20 massage therapy gift voucher, and an after-dinner treat.

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Dining

A Water's Edge Retreat serves a delicious gourmet breakfast each morning, featuring the usual favorites and extra treats. Enjoy hot selections such as eggs, omelets, bacon and sausages or go continental with cereals, tomato, yogurt, fresh fruit, and juice. Freshly brewed coffee and tea adds the final touch and breakfast can be enjoyed in the lovely formal dining room, on the sunny covered verandah or on one of the beach decks overlooking the lake. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages are served every afternoon as the sun sinks below the lake horizon and sweet treats are offered just before bed.

Regarding dinner, there are several excellent restaurants around the island, serving a variety of cuisine in casual and laid-back settings. Bag the Moon is a family-friendly restaurant whichis open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and serves a menu of all-American fare such as ribs, steaks, and chicken while the Caddy Shack Restaurant & Buckeye Bar is the best spot to go for fresh seafood. They also serve excellent pizza, sandwiches, salads and pitas and have fried chicken specials in the week. Beer-lovers can head to Kelleys Island Brewery, which has a sunny beer garden in which to enjoy a few local brew, cocktails and sangria alongside casual cuisine.

Wine-lovers can enjoy sampling the vintages of Kelleys Island Wine Co., which is home to a variety of award-winning wines and a European-style deli and bistro serving delicious light lunches and snacks. Special barbecue nights are held on The Grilling Deck and Coffee House, and Ice Cream Parlor serves mouthwatering treats, all on the grounds of Kelleys Island Wine Co. The Island House Martini Bar and Restaurant is a popularspot with great food, beer and wine and ambiance, and Captain’s Corner is a fun, family-friendly eatery that serves a range of favorites such as hamburgers, steak, pasta and a special kid’s menu with beautiful views of Lake Erie in the background.

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Amenities & Recreational Activities

In addition to beautiful accommodations, A Water's Edge Retreat offers deluxe amenities, including a gourmet breakfast every morning, bicycles and golf carts for exploring the surrounding area, and a hot tub in the garden for the ultimate in relaxation.

For more active pursuits, the island boasts excellent hiking and cycling paths and the tranquil waters of the lake are ideal for swimming, sunbathing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. The lake is packed with perch, catfish and smallmouth bass, which makes for excellent fishing and there are several boat launches for those who prefer fishing froma boat rather than the shoreline.

Birders will delight in the myriad species of birds that call the island home and can partake in free week-long nature and birding camps while wildlife-lovers can discover several rare species such as Lake Erie water snake and theKelleys Island salamander. Monarch butterflies can also be seen in their thousands as they migrate to Mexico for the winter, and shy white-tailed deer with their tiny fawns can be seen grazing at dusk and dawn.

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Things to Do Nearby

A Water's Edge Retreat is located on Kelleys Island in the western basin of Lake Erie. Measuring more than 2,800 square miles and the largest island American island in the lake, Kelleys Island is just four miles from Marblehead and twelve miles from Sandusky, both of which are on the Ohio Peninsula and offer a variety of things to see, do and enjoy.

The entire island is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to many remnants of the past from architectural styles and scenic treasures to ancient natural wonders, which can easily be explored by walking, cycling or golf cart.

The Glacial Grooves State Memorial features some of the most spectacular examples of ancient glacial grooves formed over thousands of years. The Memorial is an international study site and is renowned for its vast gashes of prehistoric glacial grooves that have been carved into thelimestone bedrock.

The Inscription Rock State Memorial is a large, flat-topped boulder on the south side of the island that features signs of an early Indian hunting ground. The Boulder has faint pictographs of men, animals, and birds that are thought to have been drawn by Erie Indians more than 400 years ago.

Kelleys Island is one of extreme natural beauty and is packed with lovely landscapes, beautiful flora, and plenty of wildlife. The island boasts miles of self-guided nature and hiking trails that wind along the shoreline and through flower-studded woodlands, lush wetlands, and rolling meadows. The East Quarry Trail explores the east stone quarry, which is home to ancient fossils.

The 17-mile shoreline of the island is home to a variety of endemic and migrating bird species on their journey across the lake. Visitors can enjoy free week-long nature camps that explore the island’s bird population.

The Lake offers a wealth of water-based recreational activities, such as swimming, kayaking, canoeing, jet-skiing, and power boating, and anglers will delight in the excellent fishing. Shipwrecks on the bottom of the lake dating back to the 1700 and 1800s provide plenty of fun for snorkelers and scuba divers. The Kelleys Island State Park has a lovely sandy beach with safe swimming, a quaint stone pier for fishing and a boat launching ramp.

827 E Lakeshore Drive, Kelleys Island, OH 43438, Phone: 419-746-2333

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