Choosing between an open fire and a wood-burning stove is one of the most common questions we are asked. Both bring warmth and character, but they suit different homes and habits. Here is an honest comparison. The open fire An
As the colder months approach, a few thoughtful changes can make any home feel noticeably cosier. Here is our short list of the things that make the biggest difference for the least effort. Readers who want to dig deeper can
People often ask us how to begin a cottage garden when the plot is small or the soil is poor. Here are the questions we hear most, with honest answers from our own muddy experience. Detailed guidance on this topic
A welcoming porch sets the tone for the whole house before anyone steps inside. Here is a simple, practical way to make yours feel inviting in a single weekend, without spending a fortune. Clear and clean first Begin by emptying
A cottage interior is not really a style, it is a feeling: warm, layered and unmistakably personal. After years of decorating our own rooms and visiting many beloved homes across the British countryside, we have gathered the principles that consistently
There is a particular kind of contentment that comes from a home built around the seasons rather than against them. At Homewood Lodge we have learned, slowly and sometimes stubbornly, that the most comfortable houses are the ones that change