Charming Cottages From Around The World

For the last year I have been living in a very large home that has been overwhelming to take care of.  I often find myself looking at charming cottages wishing my life were a little more simple.

Some words of advice for many of you who dream to have a larger home... DON'T DO IT!! 

Less is more!  Keep things simple! 

Nothing is better than a perfect size home that meets the needs your family.  I can't stand large, boxy homes with no detail or thought... what a waste.  

Small, simple and charming is what it's all about!

Below are some images of charming fairy tale homes:

I hope you all have a wonderful week!

Chateau Domingue

The owner of Chateau Domingue remodeled her home using antique elements from her store.  

Here are some images of her beautiful home which now is the perfect chateau:

... what a beautiful gate entry!

The reclaimed rock entry way with those lanterns are so gorgeous!!

It's so amazing how she has made her kitchen look centuries old!

Her antique furniture is gorgeous!

I can't get enough of these vintage fireplaces!

No details were missed!  This home seriously seems centuries old!

The furniture is so dreamy!

One of my favorite lanterns!

It takes a true artisan to turn a modern home into such a gem!

Be sure to check out her website!

A Whitewashed California Beach House!

Carolyn Espley-Miller designed this beautiful beach home in California!

Many of you know I'm obsessed with the clean, soft look of white.

White creates the perfect pallet foundation for cape cod, Gustavian/Swedish, French and Belgian decor.

Thanks to House Beautiful, we're able to enjoy this perfect dreamy beach home!

... notice how Carolyn incorporates the feel of a cafe' in Paris

Such a simple but beautiful entryway!  The little details pop!

... It's all in the details!

This bedroom mantel is made from a wooden French window frame from Lucca antiques.

... incredible!

Notice the barn doors with their original seafoam color make up the bed's headboard.

Nothing I love more than large comfy sofas and vintage dhurrie rugs!

I hope you all have a wonderful week!!