Tree in Winter

This tree is lovely in the winter landscape. I love the shape of it and the fence fascinates me. It appears to be a "forever" fence with sturdy wooden posts and rails made of connected metal pipes. via

Mountain Village at Night

This snow-covered mountain village at night is absolutely gorgeous, isn't it? via

Anne Hathaway's Cottage

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The cottage of William Shakespeare’s wife, Anne Hathaway.

Winter Garden by Lucy Goldsmith

I love this charming "Winter Garden" illustration by Lucy Grossmith, a Suffolk UK based artist and illustrator. The outdoor activity comes alive when the lights go on inside our cottages. 

December by Walter Crane

The Procession of the Months, collection in the Houghton Library at Harvard. Illustration by Walter Crane. Verse by his daughter Beatrice Crane. See their November calendar page here. See his woodcut engraving called The Angels here. More information on Walter Crane's life and career here.

Christmas Eve in Iceland

Yes. This does sound perfect. via

Farmhouse Style: Christmas Decor

Just gorgeous. An all white farmhouse with wreaths on every window, garlands on the porch railings, and snow. via

Simple Christmas Decor Outdoors

If you are lucky enough to have an ivy-covered house, all you need is green wreaths with red bows for Christmas. A dusting of snow would be nice too. via Happy December. xo

Appley Dappley: Beatrix Potter 18890

Appley Dapply - Beatrix Potter 1890 via

APPLEY DAPPLY, a little brown mouse,

Goes to the cupboard in somebody's house.

IN somebody's cupboard

⁠There's everything nice,

⁠Cake, cheese, jam, biscuits,

⁠—All charming for mice!

Click HERE to read all of APPLEY DAPPLY'S NURSERY RHYMES, all with Beatrix Potter illustrations.

The Ultimate Cotswolds Guide UK

Castle Combe UK

The Ultimate Cotswolds Guide: 8 Picturesque Towns and Villages It's a gloomy day here at the cottage, perfect for armchair travel. xo