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roomsandeasyaccess to the magnificent garden. ‘We created a

gardenroom,building out from the original back door, focusing

arounda large18th-century fireplace,’ says Annabel. Sunlight floods

inthroughthewindows on three sides, while armchairs upholstered

inredlinenanda deep sofa in a natural linen with colourful

cushionsaddwarmth and texture to the space.

Tocreateanother connection with the garden and make the

mostoftheidyllicsetting, a new loggia has been built on to the

house.Simplepillars made from local stone support the side open

tothegarden,whilethe floor of old bricks came from the barn when

it hadtobelevelledto fit in more stabling. The loggia’s impressive

fireplaceis madefrom new stone rendered in limewash, while an

favourite room ‘After a day spent

morelovelythan heading out to the loggia

LANDING

the rocking horse started

the children’s love affair

with all things equestrian.

For similar, try Sally’s rocking

horses, from £1,500. tulip

painting, price on request,

Annabel Playfair

HALLWAY

the soft wall colour

sets the tone for the

rest of the house.

table in Paris grey

chalk paint, £19.95

for 1L, Annie Sloan

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