Three Charming Guest Houses for Summer

The Attic Suite is entirely on its own floor. PHOTO: Tanveer Badal.

The Richland

Nestled in the historic Old Towne district of Orange County, The Richland pays homage to its early-20th-century roots while offering a luxurious modern interior, thanks in large part to Newport Beach–based Raili Clasen of Raili CA Design.

The newly opened boutique hotel boasts 12 guest rooms and suites, each with its own unique layout, and features handwoven rugs, original wood flooring, vibrant custom tiles, modern light fixtures, and stately craftsman furniture.

The Richland pays homage to its roots while offering a luxurious modern interior

 For the ultimate home away from home, book the standalone two-bedroom cottage outfitted with a spacious living room and full kitchen. Mature olive trees and jasmine vine–covered pergolas around the property give the feeling of a magical idyll.

Not to be overlooked is the hotel bar and lounge space, where leather couches and dark wood panelling meet citrus grove patterned wallpaper, gingham-covered bar chairs, and pops of bright yellow decor. Sample a craft cocktail such as The Richland, made of bourbon, cane sugar, and bitters, or a Pardon My French, a blend of gin, gentian, blanc vermouth, and lemon, before dining on dishes including flatbread pizzas, a seasonal OC market salad, and The Richland burger on a brioche bun. 137 E. Maple Ave., Orange, 714-942-6110; therichland.com.