From Notting Hill to 1570: A Couple's Move to Historic Cotswolds Manor
Irene and her husband have traded their West London life for a historic home in the Cotswolds. They now reside in a Grade II listed manor house, built in 1570, featuring seven bedrooms and six bathrooms. The house, filled with original features, is a testament to its centuries-old history.
The manor oozes charm, with wide floorboards and a low-beamed ceiling in the hall. The living room offers a moody atmosphere, adorned with a variety of potted plants. The master bedroom is generously sized, boasting an oversized headboard and a large bench. The dining room combines natural materials and classic pieces for a relaxed yet sophisticated look. Meanwhile, the guest room exudes elegance with a rich neutral shade, an Arts and Crafts fabric headboard, and an antique chest of drawers.
Deep paint colours and collections of artwork bring life to the old home, enhancing its sense of history. The house also features original stone fireplaces, mullion windows, wooden beams, and centuries-old flagstone floors. The kitchen is a cosy space, dominated by a family-sized Aga and a double-sided woodburning stove.
Sara Emslie, a specialist in social issues, including inequality and migration, has reported on the family's move. They swapped their life in Notting Hill for the historic charm of the Cotswolds, now calling a 16th-century manor their home.
