English Cottage Decor Inspiration {Kate Winslet's Cottage in The Holiday}
January 17, 2013
It's cold outside, and I'm craving
cozylovely
more than ever.
Shall we pay a visit to Kate Winslet's
cottage in The Holiday and dream
of owning a storybook charmer
of our own?
cozylovely
more than ever.
Shall we pay a visit to Kate Winslet's
cottage in The Holiday and dream
of owning a storybook charmer
of our own?
What makes it cozy?
Spaces that are just the right size,
that don't overwhelm...timeworn textiles
everywhere.
Pillows and nothing too precious.
Thoughtful lighting and a tub
for soaking.
I could kiss this front door on the lips.
A fire.
Books always make it cozy.
Casual, natural baskets and little trays
to keep clutter minimized.
In my own home, candles, linen, and throws
that beg to be touched keep it cozy.
As well as twinkly lights in a lantern
(in our bedroom).
It's Hollywood, baby...I love surmising
the scale of Kate's make believe cottage from this
perspective with the humans in it.
A key element of cozy in fact,
is human-scaled, approachable pieces.
Remember when you were a child?
Did you dream of a playhouse
with vaulted ceilings, or was it
just your size?
What are your own personal tips for
making a space extra cozy?
Peace to you right where you are.
43 comments
Oh, I just love that house!
ReplyDeleteSherry
Beautiful door and tub, loved this post!!
ReplyDeleteLove that movie. And that cabin is just so cosy!
ReplyDeleteHave nice nigth :)
Love it. Every time I see that movie I find something new I love in that cottage. And, here she had a fabulous house in LA. Nope, the cottage is the dreamy home. Love it! Your house is pretty dreamy too!
ReplyDeleteKaren
The little cottage in that movie is amazing...I was so sad when I first found out it wasn't an actual house:( I think a fireplace always cozies up a home!
ReplyDeleteCozy = warmth...
ReplyDeletelittle lighting RE: your adorable lantern full of lights,
small lamps in unexpected places
art lighting
dimmers on overhead lighting
night lights (I even have a clear bubble night light that we leave in place all year :^)
small lamps on timers
small electric candles inserted into things like bird houses, tea cups, pitchers....(thank you Lord for a handy hubby who can do these things)
incandescent light bulbs
string lights in odd places....
and if it's too "hot in Texas"...candles in the fireplace box :^)
Thanks for asking and sharing your lovely pictures with us.
Blessings,
J
You made me laugh out loud at work with your comment about kissing that door on the lips... oh my god, that's funny, plus... me too! I want to kiss it on the lips, and that blue tufted ottoman too! I LOVED that cottage to death. I wanted to live there! I think lighting is a huge deal for making things cozy, and a fireplace, i so wish i had a real wood fireplace...
ReplyDeleteYour house looks so pretty, wow... i love your style!
Cindy
Oh, I a could use an escape to a cozy little cottage. But truly what I am missing most is my own home sweet home. Looks like it will be another month or so until I can get back to my own little life. But I know these days with my family are doing everyone good, so I'm staying focused on my blessings, and knowing that my home will be there when this phase in our lives comes to an end.
ReplyDeleteYour wit and humor always makes me smile, smart girl! XOXO
I too love this little cottage. Cozy to me means warm (fireplace), comforable and sized perfectly to wrap you in it's quaintness! The Holiday is one of my all time favorite movies!! Thanks for this fun post!
ReplyDeleteI posted something about this cottage awhile back. I love this little place.
ReplyDeleteI think a home with all your favorite things makes it COZY. (Oh I love that word, hah) Having mixed furniture, painted and original wood, antiques and modern......more of a mix than a match add to the coziness.
I just love that movie, and the house is perfect :)
ReplyDeleteLove from Norway
I loved that cottage! that bathroom is to die for! And I love the front door too.
ReplyDeleteI loved that movie ! And who wouldn't want to get cosy with Judd Law?!
ReplyDeletenow you're talkin, barbara! don't you love him in this!?! that discussion merits an entire post!
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Oh how I love that house, Michele! The first thing I noticed was the layering. Layering of textures, patterns, fabrics....all makes it so warm and cozy. Yeah, I could be very happy living there! :)
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
I knew that first picture looked familiar..loved that movie and never tire of watching it!! Sooo cozy indeed. I would take just the blue ottoman as a souvenir and call it a day! Hope you are feeling better...and glad you are loving the apron and towel:)
ReplyDeleteWhat!!!? You mean that cottage was all make believe? I didn't know that. I love it and could watch that movie over and over just to stare at the rooms. Loved the U.S. house too! Great post! It's been very gloomy, rainy, snowy and cold here. A lot of people don't like it but I love this weather. With warm soft lighting, wonderful smelling candles, something in the oven all the time....it's very cozy here. :)
ReplyDelete@lynne
ReplyDeletei know! i am feelin your brand of cozy...wonderful smells from the oven--yes! that is totes cozy!
The house isn't real? Noooooooo!!!! I wonder if it was actually built in the English countryside tho. It sure looks it :)
ReplyDeleteI agree .. the size of these spaces give it a cozy feel as well as the textures and colors of the fabrics. All gorgeous and speak to me!! .. SIT DOWN and snuggle up! Love the pieces you are showing of your own home too Michele :)
ReplyDeletexxL
Love it! I'll take cozy over big and showy anyday.
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How cute is that, had no idea it was built for the movie (: I thought they went to England to film it ...smiles.
ReplyDeleteNaive of me. Hollywood has tricks.
Cozy means "not modern" for me I guess, I am not big fan of modern furniture or houses. I like traditional and that is just translated into cozy for me...a hint of modern in it is good, of course but I mean the very sleek modern style ...we see a lot in Calgary, I like new homes and furniture as well as antiques, but the look of them must be traditional, Louis XVI or XVII .... good night...hugs Z
I was totally gutted to hear that it only existed for the movie and that it was dismantled after filming. I fell in love with it instantly! Candles, throw blankets and knitted pillows is exactly how I keep it warm and welcoming in my own home.
ReplyDeleteMichele,
ReplyDeleteI adore this cottage!! I have seen the movie so many times only to enjoy that gorgeous cottage!
Oh dear I love that picture of your home!! Beautiful linen seat!!!
Happy weekend my friend!
xx
Greet
Beautiful! Well in the winter time a fireplace is very cozy where I live!
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Anne
It's freezing here in DC. I'd love to sink into your gorgeous linen chairs....enjoy a cup of tea in front of a blazing fire!!! And I think it is time to rent this movie again.
ReplyDeletexoxo
Loi
THis is my favorite movie and set! I love how they mix cottons, linens and velvets and EVERYTHING else about this "house." Thanks for sharing, I missed watching this, this year:). HAve a great weekend, Jen
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the cottage interior, and I totally covet the reading corner with ALL THOSE BOOKS! Thanks so much for the tour!
ReplyDeleteThe images of your own home in this are by far my favorite....i love the art in the background and the linen and textiles....
ReplyDeleteLove this movie and those images! I could never get tired of watching that movie! really one of my favorites ever!
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful, cosy and fake ???
ReplyDeletexx
Anci
Thank you for sharing...Can you take us to the 'tent in the play room' next?...Corey
ReplyDeleteI like your house better than hers. :) I think soft colors, lots of texture and candles make a room very inviting - a roaring fire in winter doesn't hurt a bit either!
ReplyDeleteI didn't know it was fake! Shoot...their good!
ReplyDeleteI never get tired of this movie or that adorable cottage.
ReplyDeleteOne of my favorite cottages of all time! It's amazing what Hollywood can create!
ReplyDeleteLove your living room... it definitely beckons! I love neutral linen couches with hints of color in pillows/blankets! This look is always warm and inviting... just like your living room!
Much love,
Desiree
@coreen
ReplyDeletejust what i was thinking! i will. it's the fort of my dreams, and my sis knows i still plan to create one for the ultimate girly photo shoot (for fun) with grownup girls!
:)
I dont know how many times I watched the movie but i do remember that half of the times were to steal decor ideas. Love that charming english cottage.
ReplyDeleteI am escaping to a cottage in the middle of the English countryside next weekend for my upcoming birthday (we shall not talk about the age or it's implications, mmkay?) with my boy and some of my closest friends. Its nothing like this beauty (much more modern unfortunately on the inside) but I'm so looking forward to a cozy getaway in the middle of nowhere with a fireplace, friends and lots of laughter :) xxx
ReplyDeleteI do love the idea of a cozy english cottage! i lived in a cozy little hundred year old cottage last year and the space was a challenge, but it was perfect for someone who lived alone! i tried to make it as warm & comfortable as possible. the interiors in this movie are so awesome!
ReplyDeleteWhat a "lovely" tour...pinned it and am a new follower there, here and on FB.
ReplyDeleteJP
M, this is my all-time
ReplyDeletefavorite movie home,
followed by the house
in "Something's Gotta
Give" and then the one
in "Parents of the Bride."
I think cozy is being able
to plop down anywhere
and it is comfortable. Also,
not too much clutter, which
gets to me!!
Thanks for the pics ~ off
to pin them, including your
sweet home, as well : )
xo Suzanne
I think the smell of a home is what makes it cozy. A clean fresh scent, with a little underlying scent of the fireplace, and something sweet (vanilla,cinnamon)baking in the oven. When I walk into a home, the smell is the first thing I notice :)
ReplyDeleteYour comments add to the beauty...thanks in advance for your kindness.