The Cottage.

The cottage was originally just 3 rooms like so many of the old ones were. The previous owners, who were Dutch, built the conservatory extension to the front plus another extension on the back which has bathroom, utility, hallway and a second bedroom.

They purchased the house in1998 and renovated it from derelict. 

The name Flynn’s Cottage comes from the people who lived here before them. Two brothers and two sisters lived here, none of them married and so the Flynn’s died out from here. I think it’s a little mark of respect to them to leave the name.

This is the back of the cottage. Looking a bit untidy at the moment but that will gradually be sorted.

I like this covered sitting area  just outside the conservatory. Ideal for the Irish climate. Outside dining without getting wet.

The centre of the house, the original three roomed cottage, is kept cosy by the Rayburn. Great for cooking too.

Today was wet here so I spent the day mostly indoors. The kitchen smelt of Summer as I used the last of 2012’s Strawberries to make jam. Roll on Summer 2013. Hopefully the New Zealand weather forecaster gets it right and it will be a good un. Fingers crossed!

Bye for now,

Bridget x.