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In Alaska, the sprawling Second Star lodge overlooks Kachemak Bay in Homer, covering 17,000 square feet. Blending luxury with the wild frontier, it boasts eight suites, a hidden Peter Pan-style playroom with a pirate ship, indoor pool, spa, and private theater. This seaside retreat captures the magic of fairy tales amid Alaska's rugged beauty.
Arizona: The McCune Mansion — A Desert Desert Oasis
Arizona's biggest is the Walker McCune Mansion in Paradise Valley, around 52,000 sq ft, built in the 1960s by an oil magnate. It features a crystal chandelier dance hall, a 150-seat theater, an ice skating rink, a beauty salon, and an Olympic-sized pool. Essentially a private resort, it exudes extravagance under the Arizona sun.