Welcome to Drinkbetween West cottage, one of five rental properties on Banchory Farm, a third-generation working farm just outside Edinburgh in Scotland. The weather in the picture above looks much like it does in Sweden, moody skies and all, but this charming retreat offers a beautiful interior and a wood-burning bath to help you forget the looming clouds. Because really, isn’t there very little that a gorgeous space, a good book and a cosy fire can’t fix?
Once a derelict cottage, the family employed the help of interior designer Ali Heath (whose lovely interior books I have on my shelf) to transform the interior into a calming mix of earthy tones and warm tan shades, making it both restful and inviting. I especially love the wainscoting in the bedroom and bathroom, which adds such timeless character – and of course, the views over the fields.
Shall we take the tour and dream of a weekend in the Scottish countryside?
I went to the University of Edinburgh many moons ago, and can vouch for the stunning countryside just outside the city (even if my trips as a student were rather fleeting—we were a bit too busy enjoying ourselves in town!). How I’d love to return and stay on Banchory Farm.
Can you picture yourself this weekend, soaking in that outdoor wood-burning bath, drink in one hand, book in the other?
Is there anything you spotted in particular about this cottage? I'd love to hear your thoughts and observations.
You can read more about Banchory Farm here.
That's all from me this week. I hope you've enjoyed the tours. I'm locking up my studio shortly and heading home to stay warm under a blanket (it suddenly feels like winter here—BRRRRR!).
I hope you have a lovely, relaxing weekend too. See you Monday!
Niki
Photography: Brent Darby
Interior design: Ali Heath
The kitchen is lovely and I like the way the fixtures feel more like furniture than appliances. However, the rusty dining chairs make me cringe! I'd hate to stain my clothes with rust.
ReplyDeleteI love all of it. My kind of place
ReplyDeleteWhat a good landing spot after a day of hiking! I went to Edinburgh many years ago, but didn't see much of the countryside. It would be great to return there and do some exploring, especially if I could come back to a place like this. I like the moody (but not TOO moody) interior.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely place to stay at while exploring the beautiful countryside! The living area and kitchen, especially the bronze faucet and cabinet cups are perfect! In the dining, would prefer a sturdy wooden table, serve food/spread out maps.
ReplyDeleteLoved your garage article for IKEA, well crafted and engaging. Happy weekend:) for once, ours is a long one!
I spent a weekend in Edinburgh when I was in college (over 50 years ago!!! how time flies!) and felt such an affinity for that area. I have Scottish ancestry so perhaps that was why. I stayed in some cheap place (college studnt- right???), but wow!! I love imagining a stay in this beautiful countryside rental. I am finding all sorts of inspration for our own farmhouse fixer....not as nice as this one, but we are trying to incorporate lots of rustic character. My loves in this home are the huge armoire, the white pitchers ( I just bought a small one- they make wonderful vases), the stool next to the old tub (I have my eyes out for something exactly like that!!) and the living room rug. The large ceramic pieces add character too. Thank you for sharing this gorgeous space. Hope you have a relaxing weekend.
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