FAVOURITE ITEM ‘We love the original quarry tiles in the kitchen – we’re so pleased we managed to clean them up and keep them’
sourced reclaimed wood from a local 1840s building that was in the process of being demolished, and used it for the flooring,’ says Noel. ‘It’s beautiful.’ Noel planned the layout of the cottage, which now has a spacious, traditional-style kitchen and a large sitting room with French windows
BATHROOM The couple have created a sense of space in this compact area. Archgres light beige tiles, £35.21 for box of three, Tile Market, give the same look
BEDROOM
This elegant piece was picked up at auction. French oak dressing chest of drawers, £395, The French Depot, is a good match
that open onto the courtyard, allowing the property to be flooded with light. When it came to decor, the couple aimed for a rustic element true to the charm of the old building. ‘We tried to keep everything as neutral as possible so that the stonework would still stand out,’ explains Noel, who found cabinets
for the kitchen in a local salvage yard and then fitted them himself. ‘It was hard work, but we’re thrilled with the results, and we now rent the dairymaid’s cottage out,’ says Noel. ‘Plus this restoration spurred us on to tackle the other cottages. It’s great to see these beautiful dwellings spring back to life.’
BEDROOM
The pale shades and exposed stone create a relaxed and tranquil feel. Lille bedstead, £749, Feather & Black, is a close match. Lenda curtains, £20 a pair, Ikea. Cable knit throw, £120, Jigsaw, would work well here
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