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FESTIVE OLD VERMONT HOUSE

Oznell — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:49:41 GMT

In honor of "Christmas in July", here are just a few pictures of a beautifully restored old (early 19th century) Cape Cod. (For some reason, I don't mind "Christmas in July". As a traditionalist, I suppose I should be furious or something, but I'm not. But those who dislike un-seasonal Christmas fuss, be warned!)

I love this very restrained kind of Christmas decorating. There's something about this parlor that just grabbed me-- there's history whispering here...

Here's the typically simple, modest Cape Cod style exterior, concealing the treasures within:

Touches of red bring Christmas to the kitchen. That soapstone sink, oh my!

Holiday dining in front of the fire:

The Christmas tree-- simple ribbon, cardinals and pinecones:

Festive amaryllis and pinecone centerpiece:

Just sweet little hints of the holiday in this magisterial master bedroom:

This is their old Shaker loom! No decorations here, just

love the architectural panache of their loom...

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kittyloo — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:04:00 GMT

FABULOUS! i think the only thing i would change is the fabric canopy on the bed. the kitchen is to die for!

oh, could i please have that in a single story as well

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vsm — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:10:00 GMT

Love everything about it -- especially the ceiling, walls, and moulding in the bedroom.

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blackhole99 — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:21:02 GMT

I love everything about the house, inside and out.

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PA Mom-mom — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:29:20 GMT

I would love that house in any season. The only thing I'm wondering about is how they keep the fire from sooting the front of the brick surround and the wood. Our's gets very sooty.

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spiderw — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:33:13 GMT

I have always loved the New England area and this house would be a wonderful getaway for me. I would make a few changes but over all I do like it !!!!!

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Foxxee — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:33:45 GMT

Yes, Yes, Yes!

Christmas decorations representative of the era.

The architecture and decor are to die for.

I love all of it.

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CamilleP — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:46:02 GMT

Oh my goodness, I just ADORE that house and the interior decor! I hope it's been modernized enough that living there is a dream come true for the homeowners!

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stevieb — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 01:58:00 GMT

oznelll I love this. A weathered old saltbox. Just love it... The rooms offer a very cozy, comfortable and authentic vibe...

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Bridgegal — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 02:10:01 GMT

Fabulous, all of it.

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SXMGirl — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 02:48:15 GMT

@Oznell This home is perfect! I love the understated decorations, the furniture, the kitchen sink, the loom, just about everything. The only thing that I would change is the canopy over the bed as I dislike them, but I do like the style of the bed. I definitely could move right in, but I would want it in my area and not Vermont--too cold in the winter, and I am not sure about taxes.

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Nightowlz — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 04:19:02 GMT

I like it. I would live there any day.

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ECBG — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 05:10:40 GMT

@OznellSo charming and beautiful. Thank you!

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Flatbush — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 06:09:13 GMT

This is a beautiful home. I love it all.

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CAMOGIRL — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 08:15:34 GMT

Lovely home!

Not overly done, simple.

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Oznell — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 11:05:39 GMT

I agree with these sentiments! The only thing I would want, in an historic house like this, is just one room with ultra-comfortable (but period-compatible, of course), overstuffed furniture for lounging. It could just be a small sitting room, or even a corner of another room...

I was unable to find any photos showing such an area within the house, but would imagine they do.

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faeriemoon — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 11:11:44 GMT

I love the natural feel of the Christmas decorations. I think the reason I hate CIJ is the tacky factor of most of what they sell.

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qualitygal — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 11:12:56 GMT

I'd love to walk thru this one. Speaks to me.

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Somertime — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 12:15:36 GMT

@PA Mom-mom It's your draft, it's not pulling properly. Your flue needs to be cleaned as well because of the creosote buildup.

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Citrine1 — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 14:04:03 GMT

I could move in tomorrow and be very happy for the rest of my life. Love it.