Simple, Tiny Cottage Livin’

Apartment living has come to an end! Jake & I have been superrr eager to start the next step in our journey in finding a private (but still close to civilization), outdoorsy, small, epic cabin-y home. We (finally) found it…

 
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It was a crisp, fall morning, tea in hand, computer on lap, dream house on my mind. The perfect kinda morning to hop on zillow & house shop. I came across a little lake cottage (under 900sq ft) - it had only one photo (WHY) of the outside that happened to be dark, blurry & quite the eye sore. Somehow, I immediately knew it was the one. Here we are now - having daily campfires, sunset kayaking adventures & letting bruno out off leash to freely frolic (game-changer). Here’s a glimpse into our little piece of heaven…

long, private drive. yes please.

long, private drive. yes please.

there she is, nestled on Lake Massabesic in Auburn, NH

there she is, nestled on Lake Massabesic in Auburn, NH

most nights start like this…

most nights start like this…

& end like this…

& end like this…

this is our favorite room in the house. fully equipped with a fireplace, lake views & totally open floor plan

this is our favorite room in the house. fully equipped with a fireplace, lake views & totally open floor plan

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we turned the upstairs loft into our bedroom & use the first floor bedroom for guests.

we turned the upstairs loft into our bedroom & use the first floor bedroom for guests.

bruno loves his new home

bruno loves his new home

I make 98.9% of our decor, including this mirror. Comment below if you’d like to see more of my handcrafted pieces!

I make 98.9% of our decor, including this mirror. Comment below if you’d like to see more of my handcrafted pieces!

As a crazy plant lady, I use air purifying plants to brighten up our space (since I don’t like bright colors.)

As a crazy plant lady, I use air purifying plants to brighten up our space (since I don’t like bright colors.)

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furry love of my life

furry love of my life

human love of my life

human love of my life

& there you have it, our sweet, magical abode. It’s unbelievable how much this change in surroundings & environment has impacted our mood. May the positive evolution continue! Cheers to living a fulfilling, intentional life.

P.S. if you’re reading this…you’re invited to our abundant celebrations we’ll be hosting all. year. round. RSVP in comments below ;)