This blog has been about the restoration of our derelict cottage.
We love its simplicity and proportions; the wide doorways; the elegant staircase; the stone wall that runs up through its heart; the practical kitchen-cum-dining room where we can easily seat six to supper; the well-fitted windows and doors that keep out the draughts and the underfloor heating that keeps the cottage warm; the large sheltered terrace where we can enjoy the evening light.
I may post once or twice more, just to complete the story. We are surrounded by mud and it will take time to make lawns, flower beds, parking areas. The window panes still have to be replaced and we need the hall and stair cupboards completed.
For the moment though, these are some photos showing what we and our builders have achieved . . .
The cottage is no longer derelict, but a cosy, comfortable home to live in while it's the turn of our house to be restored.
We love its simplicity and proportions; the wide doorways; the elegant staircase; the stone wall that runs up through its heart; the practical kitchen-cum-dining room where we can easily seat six to supper; the well-fitted windows and doors that keep out the draughts and the underfloor heating that keeps the cottage warm; the large sheltered terrace where we can enjoy the evening light.
I may post once or twice more, just to complete the story. We are surrounded by mud and it will take time to make lawns, flower beds, parking areas. The window panes still have to be replaced and we need the hall and stair cupboards completed.
For the moment though, these are some photos showing what we and our builders have achieved . . .
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