David and Ty at the Vizcaya

Miami, FL



My husband and I went down to Miami during my school's February break to visit my cousins and other family members in Florida. While we were there we stayed with my cousin David and his boyfriend, Ty. They were the most hysterical, thoughtful and welcoming hosts. While we were there they insisted we visit The Vizcaya because they thought it was right up my alley... and boy were they right....

Two people stand in an ornate mint green and white gazebo with intricate architectural details.
A couple walks through a beautifully detailed mint green and white archway.
A mint green and white waterfront pavilion with ornate architectural details and domed roof.
Architectural detail showing a mint green glass dome with geometric lattice patterns and decorative circles.
Seaside gazebo overlooking the ocean with ornate white pillars and turquoise accents.
Two people standing in a mint green architectural setting with arched windows.

The Vizcaya reminded me of a southern Rosecliff.  A gorgeous waterfront mansion from 1916 with rolling grounds and gardens. There was no shortage of photo backgrounds while walking around the property. We were shocked to see that many of the structures were built with actual sea coral that was imported for the building of the garden structures.  Although David and Ty were very handsome models, I wanted to showcase some of the beautiful designs seen around the property. Check them out below...

Two people walking together on a sunny path lined with palm trees.
Two people strolling down a palm-lined pathway near a white building.
Two people embracing in a rustic stone archway.
Garden scene with ornate stone pillar and vine-covered gazebo.
Two people walking hand in hand on a path near an elegant Mediterranean villa.
Two people standing in a decorative gazebo overlooking landscaped gardens.
Two people sharing a joyful moment among lush tropical foliage.
A couple embraces while standing in a lush garden setting with Spanish moss hanging from trees.
Historic stone mansion with ornate architectural details and tropical plants in the garden.
Two people stand together in front of a classical stone building with ornate archways.
A couple sits together on a stone ledge by a pond at a historic estate.
Two people pose on grand stone steps of a historic building with overhanging trees.
A couple walks along a garden path at sunset near a historic building.
Two people smile brightly at the camera while sitting outdoors.
Architectural detail of a glass ceiling with geometric patterns and mint green metalwork.
Ornate stone fountain with decorative iron archway and coral pink accent wall.
Cascading waterfall feature with terra cotta planters and lush greenery in a formal garden.
Ornate stone pillars stand in a reflective pond surrounded by trees in a serene garden setting.
A mint green latticed archway frames a tranquil ocean view with mangroves in soft pastel tones.
Stone staircase with weathered pink walls and decorative balustrades winds up through a garden setting.
Spanish moss drapes dramatically from large oak tree branches in a lush garden setting.
Geometric garden maze with manicured hedges and pathways surrounded by mature trees.
Pink stone gazebo covered in climbing vines stands elegantly in a formal garden.