I was totally charmed when I saw this old house with the name “OCTOBER COTTAGE” over the front door. I wish I could spend October here!
It’s a holiday rental “nestled in the pretty moorland village of Rilla Mill in Cornwall, where peace and tranquility promise only to be disturbed by the sweet melody of birdsong.”
October Cottage, which is also known as Elysian, sits in a secluded rural village in East Cornwall.
October Cottage in Rilla Mill
The listing says:
Pared-back neutrals and original wood floors create a natural backdrop for an indoors-outdoors theme. Textured fabrics, loose linens and upcycled furnishings sit alongside inspired collections of ornithological art.
The master bedroom has a king-size bed with bespoke botanical headboard and deep feather duvet dressed in French linen, and the two double bedrooms are equally as stylish and sumptuous.
Traditional hand-crafted wooden windows let in the dawn chorus to coax you from dreamland in true fairytale fashion.
With its wooden floorboards, wonky walls and a warm Aga with whistling kettle…Elysian is brimming with enchantment and provides a real haven for relaxation.
Property Advisor Sara says, “Approaching via winding country lanes, I felt as if I’d entered a children’s book and stumbled across a magical moorland cottage.”
“On balmy days, venture on foot from Elysian through woodland and past hidden caves and sparkling waterfalls to find a tranquil spot for a picnic.”
Need a holiday? Check the listing for more photos and information.
Thanks to Unique Home Stays for telling me about it.
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Oh, my. I’m in love. To use one of my favorite British adjectives – scrummy!!
That’s a good word to sum it up! 🙂
Gorgeous and serene. Love everything about this cottage. The only thing that would add to its magic is a beach-front location.
This post reminded me of a movie I saw not long ago, called Ladies in Lavender, which was shot in Cornwall, and stars Maggie Smith and Judy Dench. Sweet movie, beautiful setting and adorable house.
Ooh, love this cottage! It looks so peaceful *sigh*
You’ve had some wonderful cottages featured, Julia, but oh my, this one really speaks to me. The furnishings are wonderful and really fit the cottage. Lovely, just lovely.
Oh yes, that’s pretty fabulous. Wonder how it came by its name? Elysian is very appropriate for it, too! What a find.
Can anyone say “writing retreat!”
Ooh, yes!
How wonderful. Somebody has put together the furnishings in a welcoming, comfy, magical way. Def a holiday dream.
What a charming, warm home. I want to cozy up on the couch with some hot tea or as someone said, use it as a writing retreat!
The AGA, for me it is all about the AGA. I have a very unhealthy obsession with this stove. I have read all sorts of things about it, good and bad, yet I covet one to no end. Stunning.
WOW! How cute is this cottage?? Everything is tastefully decorated and really peaks interest. The place just begs for visitors to sit and stay awhile. Very cozy, warm, and inviting! Absolutely LOVE IT!
One word sums it up for me: Charming!!!!!!
Yes, I will move in right away! *sigh*
(Oh, wait, no one was asking.)
I just love browns and white together … a wonderful effect indeed.
Want!
How funny! We wanted to rent that very cottage this fall but chose another location instead. It is really cute indeed!
i had a bad headache and after seeing this cottage ….its gone !
The October cottage is my dream to a “t”. The location is my favorite as well. I would move in and not change a thing.