The mere mention of cottages conjures up the image of an idyllic setting surrounded by natural beauty. It forms the picture of the perfect getaway. The unique feature about cottages is that, though they look like the perfect comfortable setting, their designing and décor is such, so as to lend it the most simple look. The rooms may be small, but are mostly uncluttered so as to give it a spacious look with lots of sunlight and fresh air streaming inside.
The tranquil and natural environs provide considerable calm to frayed nerves. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, cottages are mostly located along countryside or a beach and even in the mountains. Living in one of these cottages is the perfect way to rejuvenate your tired mind and refresh your senses.
If you own the cottage, it is advisable to surround the place with all your favourite things, like books, music, etc., apart from the other necessary things. Also, to increase the comfort level of the cottages and give it a more welcoming and cosy look, ample use of cushions and pillows is the best way. The upholstery, including the curtains must be in bright and sunny colours to lend a happy and lively feel to the cottages.
Keeping the background light or preferably light and then using coloured accessories, like furniture, fruits, flower, dishes, rugs and curtains is a good way of highlighting the accessories in the room. Wood décor, like wooden planks for flooring and rough hewn timbers lend a rustic feel to cottages and is easy to maintain as well. Keep the accessories inside the cottage to the minimum accessories. Stuffing the cottage with a lot of stuff can make it look stuffed and suffocating.
Last but not the least, decorating cottages with memorabilia, and antiques lends it an old world charm and unmakes you want to get back to it more often.
Terry is a globe-trotter specialising in travel writing. Having toured all over Britain, he has a fair idea of the best resorts, cottages, hotels, and other places of accommodation and entertainment, including self catering services in the British isles. He has been using his vast knowledge of geography and languages to guide tourists and holiday-makers to enjoy their touring time.
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