Cosy and inviting with roses around the door, what could be more charming than an English country cottage?
A pretty cottage in the countryside is just how many prospective buyers describe their dream home. The vision of idyllic country living is at the heart of the ‘cottagecore’ trend, which significantly gained in popularity during the pandemic. The term encapsulates and romanticises country living, centred around the desire for a simpler life embracing traditional agriculture, clothing and crafts.
It's hardly surprising, given the enduring appeal of cottages, that the full picture-postcard package in a desirable location will almost certainly command a premium over other property of a similar size.
But what exactly is a cottage? What distinguishes it from, say, a farmhouse or, indeed, any other kind of dwelling?
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