Coastal Kitchen
This family’s summer cottage in the Chesapeake Bay area of Maryland is overflowing with local charm and inspired by the enchanting surroundings.
Riverside Relaxation
This riverfront abode in Virginia boasts charmingly rustic style paired with a vibrant color palette, and the deck overlooking the water is no exception! Adirondack chairs in a pale yellow tone are perfect for sitting back and relaxing while enjoying the sounds of the river.
Southern Getaway
The arched entry, the spiral staircase, the blue shutters . . . This 1930s cottage on St. Simons Island in Georgia has all the charm you could want from a vacation home. And with a balcony that big, everyone can enjoy the view!
Bright and Breezy
Hosting a brunch in this space would be a breeze, with plenty of island space and some truly incredible views! Folding patio doors were the perfect choice for opening the space up to the coast beyond. See more of this harbor cottage here.
![“I think my own personal style is a bit of French design [and] a little bit of English, but I just love that overly collected, curated, layered space that looks lived in and comfortable,” Paige says.](https://thecottagejournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Photo-May-05-2022-2-46-08-PM_OTR-feat-218x150.jpg "Designer Paige Kontrafouris Layers Her 100-Year-Old Home with Collected Treasures")
