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Cozy winter homes in which to hibernate Feb 14th 2013, 13:00 Although Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring, winter is far from over in some parts of the country. Stay out of the elements in a room designed for coziness, filled with overstuffed chairs, roaring fireplaces and little nooks to hide away from winter's worst. Rustic library 7455 Shepard Mesa Rd, Carpinteria, CA For sale: $9.45 million Walls of shelving in a warm, wood-walled room make for the perfect place to spend time with a book. This rustic Carpinteria home uses a unique mix of reclaimed barn wood and modern fixtures in much of its construction and sits on 7 acres with ocean views. Spring awaits 385 Great Plains Rd, Southampton, NY For sale: $25.8 million Cheerful hues of tangerine and light green may help you forget the gloom outside. This Southampton home sits on a 2.3-acre waterfront parcel, and much of the house includes large windows that capture bay views. Wintry wine tasting 3275 Tucker Ranch Rd, Wilson, WY For sale: $12.9 million Thick rock and beamed walls keep the wine cellar protected from whatever Mother Nature throws your way. This Wyoming home sits on a private pond with mountain views. Frosty s'mores 2727 Deer Hollow Ct, Park City, UT For sale: $5.4 million Roasting s'mores isn't just for the summer months. After a day of skiing, head back to this Park City chalet to huddle around the outdoor fire pit. The ski-in/ski-out home is situated right on the Deer Valley ski run. Spa spot 360 S Starwood Dr, Aspen, CO For sale: $19.95 million Want to really warm up and unwind? How about creating your own spa day in the sauna of this Aspen residence. The home also has an indoor pool and indoor basketball court and spans a whopping 13,927 square feet of space. Music nook 227 Turkey Dr, Dripping Springs, TX This corner space was designed for listening to your favorite albums. The alcove in the living room has a big custom-cut mattress with built-in surround sound speakers. Other custom features of the Texas home include a two-story library with rope pulley to access upper shelves and a tower of screened-in sleeping porches. See a video tour. Movie night 21 E Cedar St, Chicago, IL For sale: $5.95 million Whether it's a thriller or a rom-com, cuddle up in this home theater to watch a flick or two. Custom built in 2010, this Chicago Gold Coast home spans 7,830 square feet and has high ceilings and detailed millwork throughout. Soak it up 110 Elk Highlands Dr, Whitefish, MT For sale: $3.8 million The best remedy for a cold winter day is undoubtedly an hour spent submerged in a soaking tub. This Montana home, named Snow Ghost Chalet, was designed for "comfort at the end of the day." Bunkmates 2270 Shore Ave, Freeland, WA For sale: $6.8 million By day the kids can romp on the beach of this Whidbey Island home, and by night, it's a sleepover in this bunk room. The 10-acre compound has 6 bedrooms and 7,629 square feet of living space. Snuggle in 191 San Joaquin Rd, Mountain Village, CO For sale: $4.85 million If the temps are nearing zero, there's no better place to be than curled up under a heap of blankets with the fire going. This Colorado home takes architectural inspiration from historic mining structures, with exposed timbers and industrial touches. Related: The Country's Hottest Luxury Real Estate Markets Biggest Celebrity Home Sales of 2012 10 Most Viewed Homes on Zillow in 2012 Click to view original post.

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