A Joyful Cottage

Forty-fifth post in the series

"Living Large in Small Spaces"

Glentrothy Lodge - Blaentrothy Holiday Cottages

There's something so welcoming about a driveway with an open gate, don't you think?

Thanks for joining me today for another edition of Living Large In Small Spaces.

Today we're back in Wales for a tour of Glentrothy Lodge, a small holiday cottage situated on a gentle stream.

We'll see more of the delightful grounds in a bit, but first let's take a look at the indoors.

Is your decorating style eclectic? If you're comfortable mixing things up a bit, than you'll love the interior of this cottage.

French doors invite us into the living space.

Starting with a neutral back drop, the owner -- an interior designer -- judiciously uses bold colors to guide the eye around the room.

In my opinion this is a perfect balance of color. And I love the mix of patterns. Completely doable when they're in the same color family.

The kitchen, dining and living spaces encompass one room.

Undeniably modern in design, the kitchen is warmed by wood countertops and nostalgic touches.

Sink in self-catering kitchen in Welsh holiday cottage

The upstairs master bedroom is home to a glorious bed.

The rich colors of the duvet and pillows make this brass bed work. It is the focal point of this room. . .100%.

The ensuite bath may be one of my all-time favorites.

Love the roll-top tub.

In fact, all the fixtures are wonderful.

Beautiful rural setting near horses, hills and the River Wye

As is the window.

The child's bedroom is subtle and sweet.

A lovely patio off the living room offers views of the lush garden.

And the pastoral grounds beyond.

An idyllic spot in rural Monmouthshire.

Special thanks to Blaentrothy Cottages for allowing me the privilege of sharing Glentrothy Lodge with you. I received no compensation. All photos belong to Blaentrothy Cottages and are used with their permission.

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Living Large in Small Spaces

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Welcome Cottage Friends,

Thanks for stopping by. I love your visits.

Please don't pay any attention to the unpainted porch railing. I'll get to that before winter, I'm sure. What I really want you to see today is our kitchen. We still have a few things to complete, such as the backsplash and something special for the range and the sink cabinet, but I figure I've kept you waiting to see the kitchen long enough. So although this isn't a full reveal -- that will come once this project is 100% finished -- these photos capture the kitchen's mood.

As you enter from the front porch, this is what you see.

The missing dining chairs are a work in progress.

And here's a look at the space beyond the fridge.

I could not be happier with the way the kitchen turned out. It's everything I envisioned, everything I wanted and more. Cooking is a joy. Clean up is a breeze. Everything has its place and it all works together beautifully.

I do want to show you several close ups that make me giddy.

The garden window.