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What is it like to live in an English country cottage? Pros and cons
Do you like English cottages? If you follow my blog, you probably do...and you are not alone: few other houses are loved across the world like cottages.
But, beyond their cosy look, have you ever wondered what it like is to live in one of these quaint houses?
I have been living in a old cottage in the English countryside for five years, and in this video I talk about the pros and cons of living in one of these fascinating dwellings.
Don't miss it to discover the secrets o
Laura Mattei
Oct 81 min read


The Cottage
“She entered. A long oak table with Morris-style chairs dominated the square room with its low ceiling made of thick, dark wooden beams.”
This is how the story 'The Cottage', written by musician Margherita Anselmi and inspired by my own cottage, begins.
A short tale that describes the feelings experienced by an elderly lady during her first visit to an old cottage and perfectly captures the magical atmosphere of these fascinating houses.
Don't miss it if you love cottages
Margherita Anselmi
Sep 245 min read


Discover my cottage garden
England and gardens are a match made in Heaven. Nowhere else is the love of gardens such an integral part of the national culture and identity.
From the formal gardens of stately homes to the parks of country mansions, there are many types of gardens in England. However, the style which England is most famous for is Cottage Garden.
In this video I show you my garden, which, in small, is an example of a traditional cottage garden and tell you about the key features of this
Laura Mattei
Aug 51 min read


Eight key features of the perfect cottage decor (Part 2)
Discover in this video the final four key elements of the perfect cottage style and how to add a country and romantic touch to your home.
Laura Mattei
Dec 4, 20241 min read


The eight key features of the perfect cottage decor (Part 1)
Loved by millions, cottage décor is unique and unmistakable. Discover in this video four key features of the perfect cottage style.
Laura Mattei
Nov 22, 20241 min read


Six typical features of English country cottages
Find out in this video what are six typical features that make English cottages so unique and fascinating and help define their identity.
Laura Mattei
Oct 30, 20241 min read


Discover England's most crooked Tudors houses
Discover Lavenham, England's best preserved medieval village where houses have been defying gravity for more than 600 years.
Laura Mattei
Sep 4, 20241 min read


The English cottage: origins, history and fun facts
Discover in this video blog the origins and history of the most romantic houses in the English countryside.
Laura Mattei
Jun 26, 20241 min read


Why do the English love the countryside so much?
The countryside holds a special place in the heart of millions of English men and women. Where does this enduring love come from?
Laura Mattei
May 27, 202411 min read
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