The Barton family’s circa-1820 brick dwelling nestles into a serene pastoral setting, belying its proximity to bustling London, only an hour away. Originally serving as staff quarters for the larger property next door, the house, along with stables and a cart shed, was converted in the 1960s by a couple looking toward retirement. Above left: The rustic country kitchen suits the style of the converted barn. Above right: Freya’s collection of pottery rests comfortably on shelves from Alex’s father’s factory.
Although the Barton’s home shares a county with the magnificent Windsor Castle, its simplicity speaks just as eloquently as the castle’s grandiosity. A fish-motif fabric, above, echoes the home’s rural setting, as does the vibrant landscape painting done by Freya. “We wanted a house we could grow in as a family—and hopefully stay in forever,” Freya says.
The tartan ottoman is delightful – so cozy looking. 🙂
A light, airy, yet a cozy room for conversation, or a good book. Really like this room!
Lovely homes but I have to say the fish pattern is just not my cup of tea. I could probably tolerate it if it were on a chair in the den or office or some other room in the home that was basically the domain of the male of the home and this were one of their hobbies. (Having a father growing up who was and is a massive steam locomotive and overall train nut I wonder how that translate to furniture upholstery?). But I can’t see this anyplace else. Any wife who allows this in her home is surely a loving and patient wife.