A country manor house, built in 1854, with a hallway, sitting room, reception, dining room/orangery, kitchen, home office, utility room, snug, five bedrooms (two en suite), three bathrooms.
1/11 Exterior
2/11 Hallway
High ceilings and dark wood banisters add grandeur to this traditional hallway. Distressed French-style antiques, glassware and furniture creates an elegant feel. A large mirror not only makes the space appear bigger, it also reflects light around the room.
Paint
Elephant's Breath from Farrow & Ball
Rug
Crucial Trading
3/11 Living room
Soft neutrals create a soothing backdrop for cherished treasures, quirky artwork and vintage antiques in this warm and cosy living space.
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4/11 Dining room
One wall is painted with blackboard paint so family and friends can leave messages for each other. This neat wall of paint gives the dining room a real bistro mood, while still retaining its elegance. Copy out the day's menu, or why not chalk up some cocktail recipes and invite friends round to try them? If you're looking for a classic scheme, you can't go wrong with a monochrome colour palette.
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5/11 Sitting room
A variety of antiques sit comfortably together in this traditional sitting area. A vintage piano and side table are adorned with a collection of family photographs.
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6/11 Open-plan kitchen
Simple units and a pale palette emphasise the sense of space and light in this open-plan kitchen. Choose plain flooring, stainless steel and wood cabinetry and minimal, contemporary pendants, and then finish off with a quirky accessory or two - the perfect place to unleash a little creativity.
Kitchen and pendant lights
Bulthaup
Wall paint
Skimming stone emulsion from Farrow & Ball
7/11 Conservatory
A striking lamp brings a modern touch to this traditional dining room scheme. Large windows allow plenty of light to enter the space, while neutral walls reflect light around the room.
Lamp
Light My Home
8/11 Guest bedroom
Simple and streamlined, a modern four-poster bed is perfect for making an impact in your bedroom. Silk cushion covers and curtains made in Bali add a touch of the colour to really liven up the neutral walls and flooring elsewhere.
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Romo
9/11 Master bedroom
An oversized silk headboard makes the bed the focal point of the room. Luxurious throws, wooden flooring and neutral striped wallpaper add to the cosy element of this striking scheme.
Wallpaper
Canto Stripe wallpaper from Paradiso collection at Nina Campbell
10/11 Bathroom
The classic suite was inherited from the previous owners. The dark walls and original wood flooring lend a dramatic aesthetic to this elegant bathroom scheme. White fittings and fixtures keep the space looking light and airy.
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11/11 Garden
When the weather allows, the outdoor area becomes an extension of the house, thanks to a lighting and sound system and comfortable garden seating. Splashes of bright colour, as seen in the accessories really liven up the neutral palette elsewhere.
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