Jess Cooney has redesigned many an outdated lake house in Western Massachusetts. Recently, she took on her own: a 2,100-square-foot place on Lake Garfield, in Monterey. “We scooped it up right before ...

It’s perfect for an office, gardening shed, or rustic guest house. When you need a little break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, retreating to a peaceful haven can be a sanity saver.

This four-bedroom penthouse home has four full bathrooms, one half-bathroom, an office and a balcony. With floor-to-ceiling windows and 360-degree views, this home is currently raw space, meaning that ...