If you want to get away for a few weeks or a few months, the Four Seasons hotel group has residences perfect for the family or a temporary base.
Today we go from South Florida to the Rockies and Southern California to see what it looks like if you want to move in with 5-star service.
1. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail
2. Four Seasons Jackson Hole
3. Four Seasons Hotel at the Surf Club, Miami Beach
4. Four Seasons Residence Club San Diego
1. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail
Winner of four stars from Forbes Travel Guide and four diamonds from AAA, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail offers over a dozen long-stay residences ranging up to six-bedrooms.
Forbes Travel Guide says, “The ski concierge can do everything from arrange equipment rentals and lessons, to provide maps and weather conditions…When you check into the hotel, a boot fitter will take measurements and preferences and send them to the ski concierge so that your warmed boots and waxed skis will be ready and waiting. Getting ready for a day on the slopes doesn’t get much easier than this. A heated path takes you from the hotel to a three-story building at the base of Gondola One, which houses the ski concierge.”
Six-Bedroom Designer Residence
Located on the 9th floor, this 5,743 sq. ft. Six-Bedroom Designer Residence offers expansive living space that’s perfect for families and groups of friends.
The residence boasts two fireplaces (one in the master bedroom and one in the living room), a full kitchen, a spacious living room and dining area, a large outdoor terrace as well as a balcony, steam showers, a media room, full standing baths, and a 360-degree view that includes Vail Mountain and Vail Village.
There are four full limestone bathrooms, two three-quarter bathrooms and a powder room. Enjoy views of Vail Mountain and Vail Village.
Contemporary Five-Bedroom Designer Residence
This 3,479 sq. ft. five-bedroom, five-bathroom, a two-story residence located on the 5th floor boasts a minimalistic design highlighting the open floor plan. The unit welcomes you into a great room joining the kitchen, dining, and living rooms which open onto a sprawling terrace, complete with a Jacuzzi hot tub and connected bar.
The master bedroom is located on the main floor while the other four bedrooms are on the second floor, each with its own private bathroom. This residence is ideal for large families, multi-generation families, and groups of friends traveling together.
There are three full bathrooms and two three-quarters bathrooms with shower. Enjoy the large outdoor patio with a hot tub bar and views of the village.
2. Four Seasons Jackson Hole
Rated 5 diamonds from AAA and 5 stars from Forbes Travel Guide, the latter’s inspectors write about Four Seasons Jackson Hole, “From the moment you walk into the lobby with its roaring fireplace, you’ll be welcomed like a long-lost friend by the cheerful and helpful staff.
There’s nothing they won’t do to make your trip special.” There’s also an in-house ski concierge. It’s perfect for families. Forbes notes, “Children’s needs are taken care of at this pro-family property. Babysitters are available 24 hours a day, and all of the restaurants offer kid-friendly fare.”
Five-Bedroom Penthouse Resort Residence
The 4,355 sq. ft. residence is set beneath a wood-beamed cathedral ceiling. Located on the 9th floor the ultra-private residence is the picture-perfect mountain retreat. Each of the five bedrooms features a private balcony and full marble bathrooms.
There’s a guest powder room off the kitchen and a dining table set for 10 and panoramic views of the Teton Range’s stunning peaks. Occupancy is for up to 12 guests. In addition to private access, you have your own laundry room and wine refrigerator.
Three-Bedroom Penthouse Resort Residence
Ideal for family getaways, this top-floor 2,680 sq. ft., the 10th-floor residence features a contemporary Western design that is as chic as it is comfortable. Step onto one of your two private balconies for a majestic view of the stars or gaze at the jagged peaks of the Grand Tetons.
Configurations for the three bedrooms include one king bed and three queen beds, or three king beds, one rollaway, or one crib and you can sleep up to nine. There are three full marble bathrooms, plus a guest powder room.
3. Four Seasons Hotel at the Surf Club, Miami Beach
With a 5-star ranking from Forbes Travel Guide and voted by Travel + Leisure readers as a top choice for beachgoers, Four Seasons Hotel at the Surf Club offers long-stay friendly residences. Forbes writes, “Once the seaside holiday getaway for Hollywood legends in the 1930s, The Surf Club has regained the splendor of its glory days.”
It’s about location, location, location. “It’s situated in the exclusive Miami Beach Surfside neighborhood, with Collins Avenue at your doorstep, Bal Harbour shopping and South Beach nightlife nearby and Miami just a short drive away…The property sits on an expansive 900 feet of pristine white-sand beach. There are three gleaming pools — one for families, another for adults only, and one exclusive to cabana guests. Enjoy pool- and beach-side concierge service,” Forbes notes.
Marybelle Penthouse Suite
Named after the yacht where Harvey Firestone and his peers discovered the land on which to build The Surf Club, the 7,200 sq. ft., four-bedroom Marybelle Penthouse Suite is the largest, most exclusive suite.
The triplex features your own private rooftop pool and terrace. There’s a full kitchen, dining room, media room, and living room with patio. Second-floor bedrooms, including the master, have private terraces and enjoy your exclusive refuge on the roof.
Oceanfront Two-Bedroom Suite
Step out from your dedicated elevator and walk into your oceanfront two-bedroom suite with views of the white sand beach and the glistening Atlantic Ocean. The 2,000 sq. ft. residences are located on the 7th to 10th floors with occupancy of up to five adults. Each residence includes two full bathrooms and a guest powder room. There’s also a fully equipped kitchen and laundry room making it perfect for long stays.
4. Four Seasons Residence Club San Diego
Four Seasons Residence Club San Diego is targeted at long-stay guests and is not part of a full Four Seasons resort location. However, you get the Four Seasons’ service with twice-daily housekeeping, concierge services, and even full kitchen stocking services before and throughout your stay. There’s also onsite dining and full room service, two full pools, and a 24-hour hour gym. For a bit of relation, try the Driftwood Spa.
Two-Bedroom Resort Residence
With two master bedrooms, a full kitchen, and an open living and dining area, the 1,670-sq. ft. two-bedroom villas provide plenty of space for the whole family. There are two king beds and two sofa beds with space for up to four adults and two children.
Located on the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd floors of Meadow and Summit villages, enjoy three private balconies to take in views of the Aviara Golf Course, foothills, and plus gardens. Personal washer and dryer make it perfect for long stays.
