A treehouse. In the woods. With a clear roof. The Whispering Wind Treehouse is truly remarkable as a cozy getaway with privacy, gorgeous views, and rustic charm. The off-grid cabin is more glamping than a hotel stay, without any running water and just a strand of solar-powered globe lights. But it’s a perfect option for [...]
Cottages
Maria’s 875-Sq-Ft Lakefront Retirement Cottage in Connecticut: From Pandemic Escape to Full-Time Simple Living
Nestled on the shores of a lake in Stafford Springs, Connecticut, this 875-square-foot cottage known as “The Boulders” tells a story that many families can relate to: a pandemic-era escape that became something much deeper. Maria and her husband originally purchased the cottage as a weekend getaway from their city life in Jersey City, New [...]
1830s Cottage Tour: Living in a 200-Year-Old Home with Original Character
Haley is a photographer and content creator who, along with her partner, rents this charming 200-year-old cottage. Built in the 1830s, the home has been updated over the years while retaining much of its original character. The cottage features rustic sage green cabinets in the kitchen, characteristically low ceilings on the landing, and pastoral views [...]
Vintage Vibes and Modern Comfort in This MA Cottage
This Uxbridge, MA cottage was professionally designed and built and you can tell! Added to the existing home, the private space feels both traditional and contemporary, with classy elements that feel perfectly “in style.” The bathroom has a vintage dresser turned into a vanity, for example. And there’s a handsome Pottery Barn couch in the [...]
Island, Stone Tiny Home & Lighthouse in Maine for Sale!
Looking for a tiny home with your own land? Do you enjoy a little solitude and don’t mind cold weather? This man-made island in the middle of a Maine lake is for sale, and it comes with a 450-square-foot stone cottage and a lighthouse! You can access it via a private boat dock on the [...]
The Bloomhouse: Giant Seashell Unicorn House
Personally, I think this sculptural home looks like a dragon, but the Airbnb description says this 70s build was a “giant seashell unicorn” which is equally magical. Designed by two architecture students, it was largely abandoned until someone bought the home in 2017 and restored it to its former glory. Sitting among the trees in [...]
Quirky and Cozy 80s Sculptural Plaster Owl House
Looking for a unique home style? This Owl Hill House was built by artists in the 1980s and has a funky, sculptural feel. The furniture is all built into the walls and gives you a cozy Hobbit-like spot to vacation. There’s a bed, full kitchen, and bathroom, as well as a cozy round living space [...]

