The Lakeside Edit: 10 Essential Retreats for Summer 2026
For the 2026 season, we are looking toward the shoreline. From the deep turquoise basins of the French Alps to the emerald-green sanctuaries of the Austrian Salzkammergut, these ten properties represent the pinnacle of lakeside living. Some are storied palazzos where history has been polished to a high shine; others are modernist sanctuaries that disappear into the surrounding forest.
March 24, 2026
GuidesWhether it is the "La Dolce Vita" spirit of Lake Como or the "Quiet Luxury" of a sustainable retreat on Lake Constance, these ten destinations prove that the ultimate summer escape isn't found on the coast, but where the mountains meet the mirror-still water.
1. L’Auberge du Père Bise | Lake Annecy, France
The Vibe: Gastronomic pilgrimage in an Alpine sanctuary. Jean Sulpice has redefined this
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