Home Living Handbook

Anne Winters

Anne has been renovating and managing vacation homes around the globe since 2014. With a penchant for practicality and a knack for creating inviting spaces, her homes reflect equal parts creativity and hospitality.

The latest from Anne

Clean kitchen with hex tiled wall, two round pendants, and four wooden backless stools against an island.

Cleaning

February 24, 2026 | 08:26 AM

14+ Things to Clean With Your Steam Cleaner

All made easier with the cleaning power of steam.

By: Anne Winters

Tools

February 23, 2026 | 10:11 AM

How to Protect Your Lawn Mower From the Snow

It has blades, an engine, and a chute, but snow and your lawn mower are not a good match.

By: Anne Winters

Basement & Crawl Space

February 11, 2026 | 03:50 PM

How to Test Your Sump Pump

An often overlooked appliance that does, in fact, require an annual check-up.

By: Anne Winters

Thick ice breaches the seal on a deep freezer.

Cleaning

February 02, 2026 | 09:07 AM

It’s Time to Defrost Your Chest Freezer

Even your hands-off appliances need maintenance.

By: Anne Winters

A man works on an interior renovation during the winter.

Remodel & Renovation

January 29, 2026 | 01:17 PM

35 Indoor Home Improvement Projects for the Winter Season

It’s a great time to upgrade your home’s interior.

By: Anne Winters

Bathroom

January 21, 2026 | 12:56 PM

Bathroom Storage Ideas That Actually Work—We Love #4

It’s all about the storage.

By: Anne Winters

Wiping down the inside of the washing machine drum to clean residue.

Laundry Room

January 19, 2026 | 02:31 PM

How to Clean Your Washing Machine—Without Bleach

Learn our quick, eco-friendly tips for a naturally clean laundry haven

By: Anne Winters

Laundry Room

January 11, 2026 | 08:41 AM

How to Clean a Lint Trap

Clean thoroughly, clean often.

By: Anne Winters