From a Gilded-Age estate to a net-zero home, 2025 introduced some of the most extraordinary properties on the market. These six unique homes in the US stand out for their bold designs and one-of-a-kind features. Whether it’s a marble estate perched above the clouds or a sculptural ski-in/ski-out retreat, each home offers a glimpse into a truly elevated lifestyle.
Above the Clouds – Stowe, VT
Property Details:
- Specs: 4 beds, 9 baths
- Location: Stowe, VT
- Unique Features: Embedded stone-and-marble architecture, panoramic indoor-outdoor design, resort-level amenities
Set high above the valley on 15 pristine acres, this marble-clad retreat offers total privacy, cinematic views, and a seamless connection between indoors and out. Grand entertaining spaces, private guest suites, and spa-worthy amenities make it a true destination home.
Soluna at The Colony – Park City, UT
Property Details
- Specs: 8 beds, 10 baths
- Location: Park City, UT
- Unique Features: Site-responsive architecture, true ski-in/ski-out setting, four-season resort amenities
Designed by Michael Upwall, this sculptural ski-in/ski-out home features a signature curved form and bridge entry that follows the land like a living work of art. Set on 4.5 private acres, soaring glass walls and a creek-side heated deck immerse the home in its alpine surroundings.
The Underground House – Las Vegas, NV
Property Details
- Specs: 5 beds, 6 baths
- Location: Las Vegas, NV
- Unique Features: Fully subterranean luxury estate, immersive simulated outdoor environment, time-capsule amenities, and history
Built in the 1970s as the world’s largest “Atomitat,” this 14,620-square-foot Underground House sits 26 feet below ground, designed for total privacy and self-sufficient living. With a programmable faux sky, immersive murals, and resort-style amenities, it’s a rare Cold War–era luxury bunker turned residence.
The Glass House – Crystal Bay, NV
Property Details
- Specs: 4 beds, 4 baths
- Location: Crystal Bay, NV
- Unique Features: Ultra-rare Crystal Bay lakefront positioning, integrated luxury and precision systems, architectural showpieces in glass
A glass-and-steel landmark perched above 98 feet of Crystal Bay shoreline, this home feels more like a sculpture than a residence. Created by acclaimed architect Mark Dziewulski, it features a floating glass staircase, a glass elevator, and sweeping lake views.
Belle Terre – South Kortright, NV
Property Details
- Specs: 16 beds, 18 baths
- Location: South Kortright, NY
- Unique Features: Historic Gilded Age estate, expansive grounds with private lake, original architectural details
Built in 1906, Belle Terre is a 40-acre Gilded Age estate in the Catskills with a 30,000-square-foot Georgian mansion and a private lake. Once home to copper baron James McLean and later artist Hunt Slonem, it offers rare, well-preserved history under three hours from NYC.
A Net Zero Home – West Stockbridge, MA
Property Details
- Specs: 3 beds, 4 baths
- Location: West Stockbridge, MA
- Unique Features: No-utility-bill design, glass-wrapped architecture, resort-style amenities
Designed by Res4 Architecture, this net-zero modern home turns nature into part of the floor plan. Sweeping glass walls, flexible living spaces, and resort-style amenities redefine sustainable luxury living.
Top Picks from 2025
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