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Another Round of Cozy Swedish Cottages at Good Templar Park
architecture | cottage style | travel

Another Round of Cozy Swedish Cottages at Good Templar Park

Are you ready for more eye candy when it comes to charming Swedish cottages nestled in the woods of Good Templar Park in Geneva, Illinois? Last Saturday I shared the first batch of these cozy summer houses and today it’s time to see the rest. A couple times per year, Good Templar Park opens to…

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Swedish Cottages in the Woods That Melt Your Heart
architecture | cottage style | travel

Swedish Cottages in the Woods That Melt Your Heart

Many of you know that I grew up in Geneva, Illinois, due west of Chicago on the outskirts of the suburbs. The town has a Swedish history and features Good Templar Park where members of the International Organization of Good Templars would come to celebrate Midsummer, which is Swedish Day, or “Svenskarnas Dag” in Sweden….

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Renovated Lake Cottage Will Make You Want to Go on Vacation
cottage style | home tour

Renovated Lake Cottage Will Make You Want to Go on Vacation

After seeing today’s renovated lake cottage located in northern Georgia and photographed by Gridley + Graves, I’m now convinced I need to visit that region for a vacation. I’ve been to Savannah, Tybee Island, and Atlanta, but never stayed in the Appalachian area of the state. If I could find a rental cottage like this…

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Charming Retro Kitchen in Red, Cream, and White
cottage style | kitchen ideas

Charming Retro Kitchen in Red, Cream, and White

Recently I stumbled onto an adorably charming retro kitchen by Hammer and Hand that I think you’re going to love! All the fun little details make this vintage kitchen so endearing. The colorful checkerboard floor is the first giveaway that this is a retro kitchen. It looks like linoleum to me. Did you notice the…

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Charming Cottage Style Kitchen Tour with Fun Tile
cottage style | kitchen ideas

Charming Cottage Style Kitchen Tour with Fun Tile

When it comes to kitchens, I tend to prefer a cottage style kitchen because it feels homey and comforting. I don’t need all the latest and greatest appliances and gadgets – just give me something functional and charming. Today’s kitchen by Paul Lopa Designs has plenty of cozy appeal, along with a fun tile pattern…

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Cozy Summer Cottages to Love
architecture | cottage style

Cozy Summer Cottages to Love

Do you have memories of vacationing in cozy summer cottages? I have vague memories of a lakeside cottage vacation in Canada when I was just a little girl. A few years later I remember taking a trip to Arkansas to vacation in a woodsy cottage with my grandparents. Both trips are fond summer memories from…

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Island Beach Cottage in South Carolina
coastal | cottage style | home tour

Island Beach Cottage in South Carolina

Today’s island beach cottage reminds me of our trips to Hilton Head Island when the kids were younger. There’s something about low country that captures my heart every time I visit. And this beautiful cottage has done the same. Photo by Sea Island Builders LLC The house was designed to take advantage of water views…

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Flea Market Style Beach House: Charming Home Tour
coastal | cottage style | home tour

Flea Market Style Beach House: Charming Home Tour

You’re in for a treat today! We’re touring a charming beach house decorated in flea market style. Fun colors and repurposed items come together to create an appealing and comfortable cottage by the sea. Photo by Patrick Ahearn Architect A pretty blue door opens into the entryway of the seaside cottage. A pegboard provides a…

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Tracey Rapisardi Summer House Tour
cottage living | cottage style | home tour | shabby chic

Tracey Rapisardi Summer House Tour

August is coming to an end but I’m no where near ready to let go of summer just yet! In celebration of my favorite season, I’m sharing an amazingly adorable summer house decorated by Tracey Rapisardi, a popular interior designer. Her style is always light, fresh, pretty and feminine. Photo by Tracey Rapisardi Design Such…

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Collection of Quaint Cottages and Tiny Homes
architecture | cottage style

Collection of Quaint Cottages and Tiny Homes

Maybe it started with children’s fairytales. Or maybe it’s a result of my love of Beatrix Potter books. But as far as I can remember, I’ve always had a thing for quaint cottages. The small houses with all their charm seem like such a happy place to live. How could anyone not want to live…

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Cottage Kitchens: A Charming Collection
cottage style | kitchen ideas

Cottage Kitchens: A Charming Collection

When you talk about cottage style, it doesn’t necessarily apply to small living spaces. If you subscribe to any of the cottage style magazines available today, you’ll notice some of the featured homes are actually quite large. Cottage style is first and foremost comfortable, often colorful, and signified by slightly worn finishes and painted furniture….

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Elements of a Cottage Garden
cottage style | Gardening

Elements of a Cottage Garden

Every year about this time I start missing my garden spaces. I look across the expanse of my snow-dusted lawn and start making plans for spring and summer. Today I’m pondering the elements of a cottage garden.   A quaint garden shade is a classic element of any cottage garden. Anything that gives your eye…

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Sunny Poolside Cottage: Home Tour
Charming Home Series | cottage style | home tour

Sunny Poolside Cottage: Home Tour

No matter what your weather is today – I’m sending a bit of sunshine your way with this uplifting tour of a sunny poolside cottage! I couldn’t help but smile and be inspired when looking at the interior and exterior spaces of the “Allamanda Cottage” decorated by Laura Hay Decor and Design. Photo by Laura…

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Lake Michigan Cottage: Charming Home Tour
Charming Home Series | cottage style

Lake Michigan Cottage: Charming Home Tour

Happy Sunday, Friends! I hope that you’re enjoying your weekend, and I’m happy that you’re here to enjoy another weekly home tour. Today we’re visiting a Lake Michigan cottage by The Cottage Company of Harbor Springs. I use the term “cottage” loosely because the home is actually quite spacious. A beautiful Moira clock nestles into…

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Colorful Russian House: Charming Home Tour
Charming Home Series | cottage style | country style | home tour

Colorful Russian House: Charming Home Tour

Illinois is breaking out in color on the trees and in honor of the fall fanfare, I thought I’d choose a colorful home for today’s tour. Have you ever stepped inside a Russian house? This one by designer and decorator Zhenya Zhdanova is quite cheerful and charming! You’ll notice an abundance of painted bead board and…

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Bahamas Cottage: Charming Home Tour
Charming Home Series | cottage style | home tour

Bahamas Cottage: Charming Home Tour

As summer comes to a close and children go back to school, I thought it’d be fun to tour a charming Bahamas cottage. I’m not ready to let go of summer just yet – it’s my favorite season of the year. I think you’ll enjoy today’s pretty home with an ideal location to enjoy the…

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