Fairy Tale Thatched Roof Cottages

Pitt house is just that a lovely fairy tale thatched cottage hidden away in the devon countryside.

Fairy tale thatched roof cottages.

A roof thatched by a skilled craftsman can last 40 to 50 years without needing refurbishment all the while providing excellent watertight insulation. And like thatched roofs a clay tiled roof is highly durable with a life expectancy of 70 to 100 years. You could say this is a real authentic fairy tale cottage. The fairytale cottage that follows is located in selworthy a small village in somerset england.

The charming period home also known as woodlands is a. A note about tiled roofs. Wild and strange curves ornate forms curling roofs and little stone pathways are what truly. The fairy tale homes prevalent in carmel originated with builder hugh comstock.

Although he had no training as a builder he had the vision and ingenuity to create these whimsical buildings. Most thatch used in england is made of long wheat straw grown specially for the purpose. It features a picturesque stepped or tiered roof line covered with thatch and light stucco walls. Located in the old village of kingskerswell the.

Comstock built the first cottage as a studio for his wife mayotta whose otsy totsy doll business was booming. As with thatch the use of clay tiles as a roofing material dramatically enhances the beauty value and character of a storybook home. Arguably the most interesting cottages among these however are the ones that are most committed to the realm of fantasy. This cottage has lattice work over the facade and a veranda made of natural curved branches and tree trunks.

A picture perfect 18th century thatched cottage in the idyllic village of milton abbas dorset has just gone on the market for 625 000. Looking for a country idyll to retreat to. The result is a cottage that looks at home in any medieval fairy tale. Thatched roofs lend themselves beautifully to oddly shaped homes.

Enchanting fairy tale english country cottages from the heart of england s countryside warm cozy english cottage style homes read about the history of engli. An oversized front facing chimney adds to the charm of this exquisite architectural jewel.