Living Large In Small Spaces - The Owl's Nest

Thirty-fourth post in the series 

"Living Large in Small Spaces"

Hello Cottage Friends,

Welcome to another edition of Living Large In Small Spaces.

Today's small home is a little converted stone barn near the Forest of Dean in Wales. I'd like to thank Blaentrothy Holiday Cottages for the privilege of sharing this enchanting place.

There's an abundance of outdoor living space to show you, but first we'll tour the interior, entering through the loggia into the kitchen.

This is a clean, streamlined space. A modern home with subtle nods to its humble barn beginnings.

A rustic wood door opens to the bathroom.

The row of raised mirrors make the bathroom appear larger and brighter. I like this idea.

The barn wood siding has a lovely washed out appearance. Dark wood would have overwhelmed this space.

The kitchen is quasi-open to the living space. 

Tucking the table and chairs under the loft creates an intimate dining nook. Painting the wall charcoal defines the space. Charcoal accents are repeated throughout the cottage and tie everything together.

Not only is this cottage an architectural delight, it's decorated beautifully in an eclectic style: contemporary, industrial, with a touch of farmhouse and a smattering of romance.

Natural stone floors and chunky pegged beams that came from the owner's own oak trees lend character to the home.

The overall effect is warm and welcoming.

French doors open to a little patio on the lawn.

With spectacular views.

This just might be my favorite bedroom of all time.

A sanctuary of stone, wood and lots of natural light.

An exterior door takes us to a private raised deck

Stairs lead to additional  outdoor living space on the ground floor.

I'm in love with this outdoor room.

The Ryland sheep that reside here are very tame and "will come and say hello, if invited by the rattle of the feed bag, and rewarded by a handful of sheep nuts in their tray in the stall by the loggia." 

This is country life at its best.

All photos are the property of  Blaentrothy Holiday Cottages and were used with their permission. I received no compensation for featuring The Owl's Nest.

Join me next Saturday for another post in the special series

 Living Large in Small Spaces

See more home tours in the 

Living Large In Small Spaces Series here.

From the comments I've received, many

people have been encouraged by the homes and lives 
shared in this series.

If you live in a small space (approx. 1200 square feet or less),
 I'd love to feature your story, too.

Send me an email and let's collaborate.

(See the "Contact Me" page for my email address.)