A Victorian house overlooking the bay in Cornwall
This Victorian house facing the bay in Cornwall is decorated in an authentic, rustic-chic style and is a kind of costal heaven
Looe is one of those charming seaside towns that line the coast of Cornwall. Nestled on a hillside, Harbour House is a Victorian home overlooking the bay overlooking the harbor. The white façade with its projecting bow windows, the sky-blue front door, and the terraced gardens all contribute to the charm of this historic building. Add to that rustic-chic decor, a private terrace facing the ocean, and everywhere, that Atlantic light that changes everything.
The living room occupies the front of the house. Its black cast-iron fireplace is adorned with glazed tiles featuring naturalistic motifs and dates back to the house’s original construction. The solid wood floor warms the light tones of the decor. The highlight of the room, without a doubt, is its characteristic window with its built-in bench. You can settle in there to watch the boats come in, sitting on blue and ecru striped cushions with a bird’s-eye view of the harbor and the rocks.
The dining room is decorated in a style reminiscent of English cottages. A solid oak table, rustic cream chairs, a natural jute rug, and an industrial mirror with small black metal squares, it feels just right. The built-in alcove, painted white, has been transformed into a library with the addition of shelves. The kitchen continues this theme. Cream cabinet fronts, oak countertops, and gray ceramic pebble tiles behind the ivory Aga stove evoke the nearby beaches.
The master bedroom features a window with a view of the sea. Waking up to this landscape in the morning must be truly enchanting. The decor is simple and rustic, as it is throughout the house. White and wood have been combined to create a space full of serenity. A second bedroom is furnished with a carved pine wardrobe paired with a metal bed and a woven rattan pendant light. Light linen curtains filter the soft light of Cornwall. In the attic, there are two more sloped-ceiling bedrooms. It is a true family vacation home.
The seaside terrace is perhaps the best spot in the entire house. Seating allows you to enjoy the direct view of the cliffs, the harbor, and the horizon. In the summer, meals are enjoyed there. In the evening, you can watch the light change on the water.
This Victorian house facing the bay in Cornwall is for sale at INIGO
A living room overlooking the sea
The living room occupies the front of the house. Its black cast-iron fireplace is adorned with glazed tiles featuring naturalistic motifs and dates back to the house’s original construction. The solid wood floor warms the light tones of the decor. The highlight of the room, without a doubt, is its characteristic window with its built-in bench. You can settle in there to watch the boats come in, sitting on blue and ecru striped cushions with a bird’s-eye view of the harbor and the rocks.
The charm of authenticity in the kitchen and dining room
The dining room is decorated in a style reminiscent of English cottages. A solid oak table, rustic cream chairs, a natural jute rug, and an industrial mirror with small black metal squares, it feels just right. The built-in alcove, painted white, has been transformed into a library with the addition of shelves. The kitchen continues this theme. Cream cabinet fronts, oak countertops, and gray ceramic pebble tiles behind the ivory Aga stove evoke the nearby beaches.
White, wood, and light in the bedrooms
The master bedroom features a window with a view of the sea. Waking up to this landscape in the morning must be truly enchanting. The decor is simple and rustic, as it is throughout the house. White and wood have been combined to create a space full of serenity. A second bedroom is furnished with a carved pine wardrobe paired with a metal bed and a woven rattan pendant light. Light linen curtains filter the soft light of Cornwall. In the attic, there are two more sloped-ceiling bedrooms. It is a true family vacation home.
The terrace and the harbor as a painting
The seaside terrace is perhaps the best spot in the entire house. Seating allows you to enjoy the direct view of the cliffs, the harbor, and the horizon. In the summer, meals are enjoyed there. In the evening, you can watch the light change on the water.
This Victorian house facing the bay in Cornwall is for sale at INIGO
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