Is anyone else a fan of a historic home staircase? You know – the graceful stairway that draws the eye and captures the heart. The type of staircase that’s perfect for hanging garland at Christmastime. The steps that you can envision the belle of the ball descending to greet her guests. See if you have…
This is the final post on Town and Country Living about my trip to the United Kingdom this past summer. Links to the previous posts including Reading and the Cotswold area are at the end of today’s photos, in case you missed them. Today I’m showcasing mostly beautiful Windsor, with a few photos of Eton…
Are you like me and find yourself craving walks through neighborhoods of colorful trees with the crunch of leaves underfoot? If you can’t wait for fall and the glorious color it brings, get a head start by enjoying today’s lineup of awesome houses in the peak of fall season. Golden maple tree leaves strike…
My husband is from Pittsburgh and one thing I always notice when we visit his home town is the abundance of brick homes. He appreciates their low-maintenance appeal, while I love the diversity of style you can find in a brick house. Photo by Charles Hilton Architects One thing that would make me very…
Do you remember learning about the Chicago fire in grade school? The fire displaced a lot of people from their homes. That’s when wealthier city dwellers built homes around Lake Geneva, Wisconsin until Chicago was rebuilt. Rather than sell their waterfront homes, they kept them as second homes for vacations. Two weeks ago hubby and…
Pocket doors offer a unique and space-saving alternative to traditional doors that open into a room. By sliding seamlessly into the wall, these doors maximize floor space, enhance room flow, and create a clean, uncluttered look. Not to mention, they’re simply darn cute! This staircase landing area is filled with architectural details from the stairway…
Today I reveal my favorite Cotswold village of those that we visited during our recent trip to England. We only had time for three of the countryside towns and didn’t get to see Castle Combe, which I think would’ve been my favorite overall. Bourton-on-the-Water was my favorite of the day and is a unique little…
Are you ready to explore the second Cotswold village that my daughter and I visited during our trip to England? Stow-on-the-Wold is a market town filled with quaint shops and charming cottages. It doesn’t have the same winding, hilly streets as Bibury but it’s still loaded with charm and history. In case you’re wondering,…
It’s been a week since I returned home from England but the magic of the trip hasn’t left me. The Cotswold area was one of the main things I wanted to see while there, but we only had a day to explore the area. We didn’t get to all of the most visited villages, but…
Yesterday I arrived back home after an amazing week-long trip to England. This was my first vacation across the pond and as expected, I fell in love with the beauty and history of the land. I did not fall in love with driving on the crazy roads! But that was a mere blip in the…
This past weekend I’ve been researching the charm of Nantucket Island, hoping to take our summer vacation there next year. I’ve always wanted to visit both Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard and decided to visit the smaller island first. We might take a ferry for a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard to do a little exploring….
Who doesn’t love the intricate beauty of a Victorian home? There’s nothing quite like it, although I imagine there are a few minimalists that aren’t smitten with this era of architecture. Victorian houses originated in the UK in the 19th century and are named after Queen Victoria. The architecture spread into the U.S. and lasted…
Lake houses offer an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a serene haven where nature meets comfort. Whether your idea of the perfect lake house envisions lazy afternoons on a sun-drenched dock, invigorating water sports, or cozy evenings by a crackling fire, lake houses promise a rejuvenating experience that captures…
We’re visiting the pretty town of Alexandria, Virginia one more time because I didn’t share all my photos during my first post about this waterfront area that captured my heart. I think you’ll see why I believe this New England town has the best early American homes in the U.S. Add the cobblestone streets, brick…
Have you ever been to England? If you answered yes, hopefully you were able to explore the southwestern countryside that features charming Cotswold cottages. Much to my surprise, I was asked to go to England in July to attended a waterlily symposium. Yes, there is such a thing! Many of you know my day job…
We’re back to Alexandria on the blog today to see a fine collection of historic doors that you’re sure to love – especially if you’re a bit of a history buff. No two doors are alike and most are a bit ornate or are painted a fun color. I don’t know why they don’t typically…
