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Guest Cottage Before & After

April 13, 2013 by Patti 51 Comments

I shared a few before and after photos of the little guest cottage that sits on our property when I did a post about myself and why I began blogging. If you‘re interested in reading that post (it is pretty amusing) you can link back right HERE!
Today I’m just focusing on the cottage remodel. What it looked like before, a few of the snags we ran into during and the end result. Note: When I say end result I don’t ever really mean it because every time I walk into our cottage I see more things I’d like to do, especially since I‘ve become hooked on blogging and found so many of you great bloggers who’ve inspired me with a plethora of new ideas!
So I’ll start off by saying,
 Come on in!!!
 I want to begin with a couple of  “afters” because the “befores” are so amazingly ugly that I’m afraid I’ll lose you along the way!  
Here she is, our sweet little guest cottage.
 This cottage was built in the 1940’s as a fishing cabin and has had two additions (by previous owners) over the years, bringing her to a grand size of approximately 400 square feet!  

This first “before” is actually not so bad because new white cabinets were added not too long before we bought the place. We were able to reuse the cabinets, but first we had to take them down and remove the funky square wood pieces that were secured in place with about a gazillion hard-to-remove nails. You’ll get a better view of that later. They made the whole place incredibly dark inside. Ugh!
 The ceiling over the original portion of the cottage is beadboard, which I love, so we were able to keep that as well and lighten it up with paint.
 So, here it is with the cabinets taken down and the square panels removed. I sort of liked the horizontal beadboard on the walls and would have tried to paint over it but it was installed so haphazardly (by another DIY-er) that it wasn’t really an option.
 When we started getting inside the walls we found two things: Carpenter ants (out came the exterminator that very day!) and some really scary wiring.  There were even areas with burn marks on the insulation. My husband, Dr. Professor, began reading electrician’s manuals trying to figure out how to rewire it himself. Thankfully we have friends that care about us enough that they led us to a good electrician who was nice enough to allow my hubby to work side-by-side with him, so he could learn all about it (learning new things is my hubby’s hobby).
 The ceilings in the first and second additions to the cottage were done with acoustical tiles. I would’ve loved to have added beadboard here but it wasn’t within our budget (especially after the electrician’s fees). A fresh coat of paint over the stained yellow tiles is already making a big difference in the picture below.
 Here we have the living room area where you can better see the wood squares. If you look over to the far left you can see where I actually took some blue paint to see how it would look if I just painted over them. It was a no-go! They were so warped and buckled that it would’ve looked just horrible.
 So off they came revealing more poorly done paneling which we ended up covering with beadboard panels.
 Here is a view of the bathroom before. The walls were sponge painted over paneling by the previous owner. In this picture I’ve begun filling gaps between the panels with wood putty, and texturing the upper half of the walls for painting. The bottom half will have beadboard panels.
 We were able to salvage the newer cabinet below, just replacing the top and the faucet.
 Another close-up of the square panels, taken in the tiny bedroom, in hopes that you’ll get the full effect. Just looking at it I can begin to smell the fragrance of burn coming from behind the walls! Can’t you?
 New insulation going in. I really enjoyed that part of the job as things began to look cleaner!
 This was a funny little nothing area off the bedroom. We decided to turn it into a closet/dressing area.
 So, enough of the “befores”. I’m excited to show you how we were able to turn this OLD cottage into something NEW and I’m kinda proud to tell you that most of the hours put into it were MY hours. Hubby worked on it when he wasn’t working his real job and we had a few things done by a good friend and handyman.  This was the first big DIY project I’ve ever done and it was extremely rewarding/hard/fun/exasperating.
Below is tiny peak at the kitchen with new hardware on the cabinets, new black laminate countertops and a faux tin tile backsplash.
 We put up sheetrock in the kitchen and I painted it a cheery yellow (hubby’s idea). The ceiling and trim are painted in a soft gray color.
 
 The not-so-old oven was still in good condition and ties in with the white cabinets, so we avoided spending money there, but the old black refrigerator (a cast-off from our main house) was gigantic. We replaced it with an apartment sized stainless steel fridge (on sale!).
 The beam between the original cottage and the first addition was covered in, what else, but funky square panels. We covered it with some beautiful rough boards and left the color natural . . .
   . . . to tie in with the new laminate flooring.
 
 Here are a couple views of the living room with the beadboard panels we installed.
 You can see the contrast more clearly here between the white walls and the gray trim and ceiling. I saw this color combination used in a coastal magazine and fell in love with it.
 Next is the completed bathroom. It still has the big hot water heater in the corner but I‘ve attempted to hide it with some old shutters. The limestone counter top and faucet are new.
 Almost everything that we bought new I found on sale. I love these mirrors that tilt so I was really happy when I came across this great buy.
 
 Below is the tiny bedroom. I found an iron trundle bed on Craigslist so that this room can be used as a sitting area during the day and, when you pop up the trundle, a queen-sized bed by night.
 There is a peek-a-boo view of the lake and Mount Rainier (on a rare clear day) from this room. Two windows make it nice and bright.
 Here is the closet/dressing area which I’ve put some storage pieces in for clothes. It can be closed off to hide any messiness.
 I’m going to zoom in a bit now to share some details with you. First off, every piece of furniture in the cottage was purchased used. This was a pine armoire I found on Craigslist. I painted it white with gray trim, added wood appliques and crystal knobs. It has an area to hang clothes in the top and drawers in the bottom.
 
 I repainted some antique chairs and recovered the seats with new fabric.
 
 All the rattan furniture is also from Craigslist. It was in really good condition so I left it natural for now and just recovered the cushions with Sunbrella fabric. I love how stain resistant this fabric is.
 Before, the cottage had a big, dirty, ugly gas heater. I love this cast iron Lopi stove.  It is both pretty and it heats the whole cottage.
 I found this old iron bed that someone had made into a bench and made some bright pillows from beach towel fabric to use in the bedroom.

 Hung above the bench is a painting that my mother-in-law did when she was just a teenager. She is 94 now! She told me I could repaint the frame. Are you kidding? I love it!
 
 Oh no! I lied. This was one piece of furniture that I bought new at Idea. I painted it turquoise and added a bar towel to the end.
I simply couldn’t resist buying these fun shell hangers.

 
 We used outdoor light fixtures from Hampton Bay on the inside of the cottage,
 and similar light fixtures on the outside, except in black. Are you ready to see the outside sitting porch?
 It’s a covered porch and it wraps around two sides of the cottage.
 This is a really old dining set (above) that I spray painted. The seats I recovered with some of the same fabric I used on the interior furniture.  I found the fun retro glider at Lowe’s (so inexpensive!) and I spray painted an old metal table that my daughter left behind when she fled the nest.
 In the summer I hang these gauzy fabric panels around the porch. They can be closed for privacy while one takes a little nap.
This is the view of the lake looking between our main house and the neighbors trees.
 It is such a peaceful place to just sit and relax.
The DIY work we did on our cottage isn’t perfect. It definitely has it’s rough spots (I call it quaintness), but we love having a guest cottage where our family and  friends can stay when they come to town. We also rent it out on a short-term basis only. We’ve had military people stay while awaiting base housing, medical professionals doing rotations at local hospitals and clinics, ministry people who just need a place to get away. Occasionally I slip up there myself just to look around and enjoy the lakeside cottage ambiance.  I love the feel so much that I’m beginning to pull together a few coastal touches for my own home that I’ll have on display for the summer season.
I hope you’ve enjoyed the tour of Patti’s Lake Cottage. That is what I’m calling it for now until I come up with a name that feels just right. Ideas anyone?
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  1. Emily says

    April 13, 2013 at 8:41 pm

    LOVE! 🙂

    Reply
  2. Anne McStay says

    April 13, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    It’s so beautiful! I love the lake cottage ambiance. I have a pine entertainment armoire that I got from The Rack (when it was The Rack) and have been wondering how to repaint it. You’ve now given me some ideas.

    Bless you my friend!

    Reply
  3. Sumaya at Evocative Vintage says

    April 13, 2013 at 9:32 pm

    Oh Patti, you took it from dull and dreary to bright, light and airy. You did a great job and you should be so proud of yourself. I love the transformation and the view is breathtaking!

    Hugs
    ~S

    Reply
  4. Crystal Pettit says

    April 13, 2013 at 9:49 pm

    Super cute! Would love to re-do a cottage myself, but first need the cottage! LOL!

    Reply
  5. Christine Graves says

    April 13, 2013 at 11:10 pm

    I love it…. You and hubby worked so hard and it shows! I think you did a great job!
    XO,
    Christine

    Reply
  6. Kadee Willow says

    April 14, 2013 at 12:57 pm

    What a charming bit of paradise you and your husband have created! So many wonderful touches. Like you, I love bead board installed and painted. We own a 1940 home whose basement was finished but when we got around to beefing it up even more, I added bead board to the walls. I’m sure people might think it was always there but nope! just love the look! And your tilted mirror caught my eye. What a find! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  7. Nita {ModVintageLife} says

    April 14, 2013 at 2:32 pm

    Oh…it’s so pretty. Love the bits of turquoise of course. Wow! Lots of work in that redo. Just darling!

    Reply
  8. Jill Cooper says

    April 14, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    Patti – it’s wonderful. You’ve done an outstanding remodel on it! I can’t believe it’s only 400 square feet – it seems much roomier than that and especially with the outside deck. Very charming!

    Reply
  9. Angela Betlewicz says

    April 14, 2013 at 5:37 pm

    Wow, this is amazing. Looks great! Angela @hickorytrailblog.blogspot.com

    Reply
  10. Custom Comforts says

    April 15, 2013 at 12:17 am

    What an amazing makeover. You have brightened it up so much and made it so inviting compared to the darkness of before. The porch is amazing with the view of the water. It just looks so peaceful. I’m sure all who stay there appreciate all your hard work.
    Cindy

    Reply
  11. Marigene says

    April 15, 2013 at 3:15 am

    What an awesome little cottage you have for all the hard work you have put into it…it would be hard for me to leave once inside!

    Reply
  12. Laurel Stephens says

    April 15, 2013 at 5:14 pm

    What an incredible transformation! Your hard work has created such a beautiful background for all your charming decor.

    Reply
  13. Amber Koogler says

    April 15, 2013 at 7:14 pm

    So much work! Love the pops of blue! Thank you for sharing at the Give Me The Goods Link Party!!
    http://www.dimplesandpigtales.blogspot.com

    Reply
  14. Melissa from the Blue House says

    April 16, 2013 at 1:46 am

    This is my first visit to your blog, and I loved it! We have so much in common!

    Reply
  15. melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle says

    April 16, 2013 at 1:56 am

    LOVE your cottage! I would LOVE to be a guest there! I wish I had a cottage to share with my guests! Life to the full! Melissa

    Reply
  16. Anne says

    April 16, 2013 at 2:04 am

    Fabulous transformation! Love it!! So much brighter and fresher. Great job!

    Reply
  17. Suzanne at Lake and Garden says

    April 16, 2013 at 3:05 pm

    Hi Patti,
    Wow! You have done an amazing job! Your guest cottage is absolutely charming. There are so many great touches. I love the painted ceiling – what a dramatic difference that made! And the painted armoire is a great idea for a closet.
    The painting by your mother-in-law is really special, and it has found the perfect home.
    Thank you for sharing all these ideas and the “final” look.
    Suzanne

    Reply
  18. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    April 16, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    What a fabulous cottage, it is amazing at the difference. I love it and so much charm. Wow, I am so impressed. Thanks so much for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

    Reply
  19. Rhissanna says

    April 17, 2013 at 2:29 am

    Such a lot of work and it looks so pretty. I love love love the daybed and the range of calm and serene colours you’ve used.

    Reply
  20. Angel Allen says

    April 17, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    Wow Patti
    Your makeover is beautiful. You guys did an awesome job. Congrats. And thanks for adding your link to my weekend hop today.
    Angel @’http://sewcraftyangel.blogspot.com

    Reply
  21. Deborah@Green Willow Pond says

    April 17, 2013 at 10:33 pm

    Wow! I am impressed with all that you have done! The cottage is just adorable. I would want to be there all the time. Love that porch too! I’m following you back Patti. So happy to meet you and your lovely blog:)

    Hugs,
    Deborah

    Reply
  22. chateau chic says

    April 18, 2013 at 12:47 am

    Your cottage is charming, Patti!! You all did an amazing job to make it so cozy and comfy.
    Mary Alice

    Reply
  23. Marje says

    April 18, 2013 at 2:03 am

    Yours is the first post about a cottage re-do that made me actually want to move next door to the author. You did a fab job and both of you can be proud of what you’ve accomplished. I have a back porch (actually a concrete slab) outside my kitchen with of same kind of wood frame and corrugated fiberglass(?) panels. I hate it as the roo catches every falling pine needle and grows its own moss. If i put out gauzy panels– which I’d love to do so i could nap in my hammock– they would quickly fill up with spiders and other wildlife that would make me scared to move the fabric lest the critters fall down on my head.
    I’d love to know how you keep your porch so clean looking and the panels clean and insect free. (I guess i could have all the trees on the hill behind my house cut down, but that would not be nice….they are rather tall and ‘belong’ where they are.
    Again. Fabulous job. Thanks for sharing.

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  24. hula-la says

    April 18, 2013 at 2:11 am

    What an undertaking!!! And what a terrific job you have done! It looks very inviting…Can I come over???

    Thank you for sharing…great post!

    Aloha

    Reply
  25. hula-la says

    April 18, 2013 at 2:14 am

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  26. Jemma says

    April 18, 2013 at 3:40 am

    Patti,
    This is amazing! What a transformation-I would love to live in your guest cottage!!
    Sweet Hugs!
    Jemma

    Reply
  27. Jeanette@Creating A Life says

    April 18, 2013 at 4:28 am

    What an amazing transformation you’ve created in your darling cottage! Who wouldn’t want to stay there?? Absolutely charming!

    Jeanette

    Reply
  28. Leslie Harris says

    April 18, 2013 at 6:19 am

    Patti what a fantastic job you did on your cottage, I went through the photos twice! You must be so happy, it’s utterly charming!
    Leslie (Gwen Moss)

    Reply
  29. Katie @ Creatively Living says

    April 18, 2013 at 8:08 am

    Wonderful makeover!!! Thanks for sharing it at Monday Funday!

    Reply
  30. barbandemily says

    April 18, 2013 at 9:33 pm

    So glad you took down the panels and checked the electrical work! I have a thought about the panels. My Grandparent’s cottage – also built about 1930 or 1940 is paneled with similar square and rectangular panels. My grandfather did it with recycled packing crates, which at the time were thin wood, not cardboard. Just wonder if your panels were similar recycled wood?

    What a charming place you’ve made it!

    Reply
  31. Kathryn Ferguson Griffin says

    April 18, 2013 at 9:43 pm

    Patti, I love it! What a pretty little spot. You’ve done an amazing job on this!! Thank you for sharing this at the Anything Blue Friday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see you again at the bash. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

    Reply
  32. Elizabeth says

    April 19, 2013 at 1:10 am

    This is so nice! Your blog is awesome! I found you on Sew Crafty Angel blog party and I am a brand new blogger! Hopefully you can come by and follow me at http://mybutterflyhaus.blogspot.com

    Reply
  33. Marti @ Sew-Licious Home Decor says

    April 19, 2013 at 1:10 am

    LOVE your cottage redo! I would love for you to link up at my party. Just follow the link…http://sew-licious.blogspot.com/2013/04/saturday-show-licious-craft-showcase-27.html.

    Marti

    Reply
  34. Huckleberry Love says

    April 19, 2013 at 2:45 am

    Oh my gosh, Patti! This is simply beautiful! I love the yellow glider and that view is simply stunning! The beadboard is a great touch! 🙂

    Thanks for sharing with us at Much Ado About Monday. We hope to see you back next week! 🙂

    ~Emily
    http://www.huckleberrylove.com

    Reply
  35. My name is Rita says

    April 21, 2013 at 5:12 am

    What an amazing little cottage! You did such a great job restoring it. If you get a chance, please link this to my linky party: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/04/sunday-linky-party-4.html

    Reply
  36. Peggy~PJH Designs says

    April 21, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    Hi Patti,

    What a wonderfully, cute cottage. You did a wonderful job re-modeling it and I love that wrap around porch. Thanks for joining us at Transformed Tuesday.

    Hugs,
    Peggy~PJH Designs

    Reply
  37. Marie bloominghomestead says

    April 22, 2013 at 2:04 am

    Oh wow, this is fabulous! Truly wonderful transformation. Thanks for linking up to Crafty Tuesday, I’ll be featuring this in my party highlights this week.

    Reply
  38. Stacey says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:48 am

    Featuring this tonight!
    It is awesome!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

    Reply
  39. Ivy and Elephants says

    April 23, 2013 at 1:25 am

    Your guest cottage is adorable! So light, bright and airy.
    You’ve done an amazing job transforming it. My bags are packed,
    I’m so ready for a visit!
    Hugs,
    Patti

    Reply
  40. Krista thehappyhousie says

    April 23, 2013 at 2:26 am

    What a beautiful space… and such an amazing transformation. You should be proud of all you have accomplished here, it looks fabulous. So cottagey and adorable. We live on a lake too so I am a total sucker for cottage style.
    Krista @thehappyhousie

    Reply
  41. Jann Olson says

    April 23, 2013 at 4:16 am

    Patti, how fun to have a cottage on your property. What an amazing transformation! You really have turned it into a warm and welcoming place. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

    Reply
  42. Art and Sand says

    April 23, 2013 at 5:16 am

    Your little cottage is so cute – love the color scheme and the beadboard.

    Reply
  43. Kathy A Delightsome Life says

    April 24, 2013 at 7:30 pm

    My goodness this is an amazing transformation – you’ve certainly made it into a retreat in beautiful style and color! I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

    Reply
  44. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    April 26, 2013 at 9:37 pm

    Your cottage is lovely and a wonderful transformation. Lots of hard work but so worth it. Now it is not only safe, but light and airy too.

    Reply
  45. Michele @ The Nest at Finch Rest says

    May 15, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    Oh my gosh BRAVO and so incredibly WELL DONE – wow!

    What an amazing tranformation, I am in shock from it all.

    What a wonderful place.

    I would consider calling it Lake View Cottage.

    Reply
  46. heather s says

    June 5, 2013 at 8:57 am

    How about “Patti’s Place”? It’s a good fit. 😀 You have transformed a little place into a palace! Heart it big time. Hx from Brisbane, AU.

    Reply
  47. mississippi artist says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:00 am

    This is wonderful-I would spend all my time out there and never get anything done! I love the heater/stove-so cozy to sit by with a good book.

    Reply
  48. Judy at GoldCountryCottage says

    July 12, 2013 at 10:49 pm

    Hi Patti, I’m visiting from A Delightsome Life. Five little words that I would love to say, but most likely never will. “A cottage on my property”. What a treasure you have and you have really fixed it up so beautifully. A lot of work, I can tell, but it certainly looks like a labor of love. I’m so glad I got to see it..Happy Friday..Judy

    Reply
  49. House Crazy in Michigan! says

    July 29, 2013 at 4:37 pm

    What a charming guest house, so sweet. You did such a welcoming and airy job. But I must ask, weren’t you ever tempted, just once, to make it your studio? (Sorry I know I shouldn’t even bring that subject up!)

    I sure enjoyed the tour, thank you for sharing. And let me know when you have an opening of a week or two. Lol.

    Small House / Big Sky Donna / White Oak Studio Designs / SW Michigan
    Hand-Painted Vintage Furniture Transformations
    Blog: http://smallhouseunderabigsky.wordpress.com
    Facebook: donnaallgaierlamberti@facebook.com (for portfolio of chalk painted work)

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3. The 12th day of Christmas - Dec 6
4. After we’ve had some snow
5. Until Spring 
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For those wondering if this program really works, For those wondering if this program really works, I’m still going strong with @e2mfitness after four rounds, and now that they’ve released a new cookbook (available on Amazon) I am more excited than ever about my fitness journey. This is the first in a series of cookbooks, and this one features delicious beef and poultry recipes. It also includes dozens of recipes for dressings and spice blends to use in cooking, along with a weekly meal planner, water tracker, weekly exercise log, etc. 
What is E2M? It is a virtual, eight week, rapid body transformation program for adults, which consists of workouts, meal, plans, cooking classes, mental fitness, and personal coaching. Workouts are designed for all fitness levels and can be done at home or in a gym. Our fit family is made up of people from across the world, from various backgrounds and ages, and we all have one common goal: to encourage each other to reach our personal best lifestyle fitness goals. After the first eight weeks, the program is available for free to maintain progress. This isn’t about getting skinny. It’s about building a healthier lifestyle, living longer, and getting the most out of the one body you’ve been blessed with. The next round opens on Thursday, and I truly hope you’ll check it out!
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Shumaker Christmas 2022. #christmas2022 #shumakers Shumaker Christmas 2022. #christmas2022 #shumakerstrong #familychristmas #prancerthereindeer #polarplunge
Shumaker Polar Plunge 2022. Participating family m Shumaker Polar Plunge 2022. Participating family members @joelshumaker @olivia.l.05 @sydneydthompson @philshu04 @pj_shumaker @billiamdollarman #shumakerstrong #polarplunge2022 #familychristmas #sothisischristmas
Santa Claus is comin’ to town! #christmas2022 #s Santa Claus is comin’ to town! #christmas2022 #santaclaus ##christmasdecor #goldendoodle
“In 1965, Charles Schulz, a devout Christian and “In 1965, Charles Schulz, a devout Christian and creator of the Peanuts comic strip, was asked to create a Christmas special for CBS featuring the Peanuts Characters. He agreed with one requirement, that they allow him to include the story of the birth of Jesus. Although the stations executives were hesitant and tried to convince him otherwise, Schulz was insistent. As a result, for the past 50 plus years, millions of people have watched “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and heard the story of Jesus and “what Christmas is all about.”

It wasn’t until a few years back that I realized a “hidden message” in the film. Linus, a child who seems to have some insecurities as he carries a security blanket with him at all times. In fact, Linus NEVER drops his blanket, except once....

While sharing the message of “what Christmas is all about,” Linus drops his blanket at the exact moment he says the words, “fear not!”

In this seemingly innocent moment, Linus delivers a powerful reminder of the true meaning of Christmas. We are to “fear not”, for Jesus is born. We needn’t rely on material things for security, we have God with us, “Immanuel”, (Matthew 1:23) Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior - the true meaning of Christmas.

Awhile back, someone informed me, indignantly so, that Linus picks up his blanket at the end of the speech so my interpretation must be wrong. Well, he was right, Linus does pick up his blanket at the end of his speech. However, he “drops” it again later... 

Amid big, bright, colorful, shiny artificial trees, Charlie Brown chose the least of these, a little, wooden tree with just a few branches. Shortly thereafter, Linus uses his blanket to wrap about the base of the tree and says, “Maybe it just needs a little love”. In that moment, the tree “awakens”, stands tall and firm. A reminder that no matter who we are, how many mistakes we’ve made, a “little love” can make all the difference.

Let’s strive to “fear not” (Luke 2:10) and “love one another” (John 13:34), not just at Christmastime, but the whole year through.”

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