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| This former countryside post office will have you plotting an escape to the country Posted: 01 Aug 2021 04:00 AM PDT Ever wondered what it would be like to up sticks and move to the countryside? Then take a look at The Old Post Office, a three-bedroom, Grade II listed house set in Exeter in Devon. Believed to date from the mid-to-late 18th century, The Old Post Office is a picture-perfect family home that’s had a few additions to it over the years and been extensively refurbished. Whoever snaps this one up will be living in an idyllic location. The Old Post Office exterior Image credit: Strutt & Parker There’s kerb appeal and then there’s kerb appeal. A thatched roof, sweet wooden gate and planted borders all create a beautiful first impression, and the thatched porch really caught our eye. I mean talk about stunning front door ideas. Because of the rendered white wall running along the front, you’ll have privacy in the front garden as well as the back, so you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to outdoor dining. Drawing room Image credit: Strutt & Parker Simplistic, smart and serene, this room would be the spot where you’d light your wood-burning stove and relax after your day. Note the rug on top of the carpet, which used to be an interior no-no but now it is one of many great living room ideas to up the levels of cosiness. We love the exposed wood beam over the fireplace and the arched alcove with storage and display space. Living room Image credit: Strutt & Parker That’s not the only room to chill out in though… this well-proportioned sitting room has more space to enjoy and is decorated in a similar neutral colourway to the drawing-room. Exposed beams, comfy sofas, and a rocking chair with countryside views – what more could you wish for? Kitchen-diner Image credit: Strutt & Parker Those tall ceilings make this room feel airy and spacious, and as for that sea-blue Aga… it’s enough to entice even the most unwilling chef into the kitchen. You can see the stable door at the back of the room, which opens onto the front garden there’s enough space for a good-sized dining table beside the window.  Image credit: Strutt & Parker On the other side of the room is where you’ll find a range of other lovely kitchen ideas, including the pretty pastel-blue cabinetry, topped with a woodwork surface to match the floor. We love how there are lots of attractive features to draw your eye, from the shapely open cabinetry to the left to the rustic-look light fitting overhead and the uneven walls that exude character and remind you that this place has been around a while. Bedroom Image credit: Strutt & Parker On the first floor, you’ll find three bedrooms, one of which is currently in use as a dressing room. This one called out to us, as we love the long flowing curtains. The walls have been left bare aside from one artwork and a hanging star, and the sweet rug at the end of the bed. Bathroom Image credit: Strutt & Parker The stylish bathroom features a freestanding roll-top bath and even a window seat, so you can sit there while the bath is running and admire the view over fields. What a way to unwind!
The Old Post Office is on the market for £595,000 with Strutt & Parker. Has it inspired you to take on a country property? The post This former countryside post office will have you plotting an escape to the country appeared first on Ideal Home.  |
| Asda is selling a stunning cocktail chair in its new A/W range for just £75 Posted: 31 Jul 2021 11:00 PM PDT Like to be in the know when it comes to new interior pieces? Us too, which is why you’ll want to get a first look at George Home at Asda’s brand new autumn/winter range. The prices are low – and we’re talking seriously low – the style factor is high, and the best bit is that they have already started to arrive in stores and online. Following the launch of George Homes first range of furniture earlier this year the new range doesn’t disappoint. Especially when we spotted that you can now pick up a beautiful pink cocktail to complement the best sofas for under £100 with your weekly shop. Asda is quickly becoming one of our secret homeware shopping hotspots. We’ve picked out our favourite five buys that have we can’t wait to snap up now. George Home at Asda Autumn/Winter range
Pretty pastels with a Scandi vibe, rattans and coloured glass are all part of George Home’s ‘English Weekend’ trend and we’re loving this dining set-up. For us the stars of the show are the beaded pendant and those iridescent ribbed coupe glasses.
Now if you want a proper bargain, then you won’t do much better than this black drinks trolley, which is just £25. The fact it’s on castors makes it even easier to move around to where you want it – you don’t even have to leave your chair! The trolley will be landing in stores over the next few months so keep your eyes peeled, until then you can keep busy with planning some bar ideas. Oh, and spot the gorgeous glassware – it starts from £10 for a set of two. Our Top 5 George Home buys to pick up now Cocktail chair, £75, George Home at Asda  Macrame mirror, £12, George Home at Asda  Floral bed linen, from £10, George Home at Asda  Wood-effect side table, £22, George Home at Asda  Berber pouffe, £50, George Home at Asda Seen anything that you know you’re going to be looking out for? The post Asda is selling a stunning cocktail chair in its new A/W range for just £75 appeared first on Ideal Home.  |
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