Since the weather lately has been nothing short of ungodly, I have longed to stay in a cottage exactly like this one. Except, I would like it to be on a beach where I could wallow unashamedly in the surf. Located northeast of New York City, where the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound meet, and enclosed by a low stone wall and hedges, this cottage plays host to a medley of styles: the modest early 19th-century exterior gradually unveils a surprisingly sophisticated interior (thanks to some wonderful Biedermeier furniture). A notable detail is the plaster walls which have remained glue-stained, producing a honey-like glow that contrasts unexpectedly with the glossy white trim. And if that were not enough, the dreamy summerhouse (bare feet recommended) has a floor border composed of slate blue river rocks…
Images by photographer Douglas Friedman. Also featured on marthastewart.com
Contributor: Philippa Berrington Blew
Very nice!
Ok, I am packing now. See you tomorrow and if its anywhere close to as relaxed and elegant as it looks, I will be staying until the first snow. Oh, but think of it in winter…. a fire roaring in the fire place, a hot mulled cider in hand, a good book…. I may never go home !!!