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
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….
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…
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…
Humble Cottage on Martha’s Vineyard
I have never been to Martha’s Vineyard but it’s on my bucket list of places to visit. Photos paint it as such a charming, picturesque place and today’s humble cottage is no different. (This post contains affiliate links.) Photo by LDa Architecture & Interiors Step inside the front porch and find be greeted by a…
Charming Cottage Style Kitchen Tour
While I was scrolling through Houzz, my favorite site for home design inspiration, I stumbled across a cute and cheery cottage style kitchen that I thought you might enjoy. Photo by Paul Lopa Designs The back splash might be the first thing to catch your eye. I think most people are probably hesitant to…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Small Space Kitchen: Style and Storage
Do you struggle with storage and space issues in your kitchen? I think most people do, regardless of the size of their kitchen. Today I’m featuring an adorable, small space kitchen that’s large on style and storage. When I discovered it, I was amazed at the smart use of space! This charming cottage kitchen was…
Charming Retro Kitchen
Recently I stumbled onto an adorably charming retro kitchen by Hammer and Hand that I think you’re going to love! I had planned to do a round-up of kitchens, but this one has so many amazing details, I decided to focus on just this one kitchen. The colorful checkerboard floor is the first giveaway that…
Quebec Cottage: Charming Home Tour
The only time I’ve been to Quebec was when I was about three years old. I don’t remember much, but I do remember buying a plastic French poodle in one of the shops. I would love to go back someday to admire the historic architecture. Today we’re traveling to Canada to tour a charming Quebec…
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…
Spanish House: Charming Home Tour
Last Sunday we traveled to Sweden to tour a charming villa. Today we’re in Spain touring a home located on the Bay of Santander. The light and airy Spanish house was done by the Design-Build firm of Canexel located in Madrid, and features elements of charming cottage style. White wood ceilings and creamy white walls…
Two-Story Cottage: Charming Home Tour
Today we’re touring another charming two-story cottage! Last week some of you mentioned that the home was too big to truly be a cottage. I agree. Although I think the home was called a cottage due to its decorating style. Today’s home is smaller and has lots of enjoyable design features that I think you’ll…