Hello! Welcome to the cottage...
A small, simple thatch and stone building....
with one bedroom, a living area, and a simple bathroom.
It was built many years ago, by a family member who was an artist.
The cottage is beautiful in its simplicity...
But what makes it truly special, is where it is...
nestled quietly amongst some of the most beautiful mountains of South Africa...
At this time of year, there are lush greens and an abundance of flowers surrounding the cottage...
There are wild roses, eucalyptus, lilacs and dandelions...
all growing around the cottage, and filling the air with their scent.
The cottage is surrounded by farms, and so I'll often get a few "visitors" from these farms...
in the form of dogs, and cats, donkeys, geese and horses :)
I love being surrounded by the quiet, unhurried routines of nature...
which remind me to slow down along with them...
The main living area, has a small lounge area, an extra bed, and small tables perfect for my "projects" :)
I don't live here permanently, and so there is no kitchen...
I have only a kettle, a fridge, and a plug in pressure cooker to use if necessary.
As with all the rooms, the best part, is the view from each of the windows :)
I love watching the seasons change through those windows...
Through the bedroom, is the bathroom, which is simple, but has everything you could need :)
Although everything is simply furnished, I love the vintage feel of the small details..
Like the quilt made by my grandmother years ago...
The cottage has a wrap-around patio...
perfect for catching the first rays of sunlight that peak over the mountains in the mornings!
There are weeds growing where they shouldn't and cracks in the walls...
but to me, these only add to the cozy character of the cottage.
One that holds so many years of memories inside its walls.
I hope you enjoyed catching a small glimpse into the cottage :)
And enjoy the sounds of nature surrounding the cottage... :)