Restoring the grand 19th-century dwelling has been a passionate project
In the heart of the English countryside, a charming Regency home named Eller How has been given a new lease of life by Nina and her husband Sam. The couple visited the property a year ago and were instantly smitten, deciding to make it their home. Upon moving in, they set about transforming the space, prioritizing the holiday let as staycations were at their peak. The couple wanted to restore the unusual Australian Brushbox timber floors, maintaining the home's unique character while adding modern touches. The couple's creative flair is evident throughout the house. In the bathroom, Nina bought a French marble-topped washstand from eBay and converted it into a vanity unit. The bay window ceiling in the bathroom was covered in oak-themed wallpaper, a nod to the plasterwork in the drawing room. The drawing room, with its solid brass chandeliers reinstated and a woodburner added to the fireplace, exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere. The cornicing and ceiling plasterwork were painted gold to highlight the ornate detailing. The hallway of their side of the property was redecorated in plaster pink, with Nina's hand-painted murals of oak and tulip trees adorning the half-moon shapes above the doorways. The kitchen cupboards were painted in Farrow & Ball's Singed Red, a budget-friendly kitchen idea, while the sink curtain was made from H&M Home tablecloths. The snug, furnished with a mix of antiques and high-street buys, including a rug from West Elm and a burnt orange sofa from Dunelm, serves as a cosy retreat. The snug and the main bedroom were painted in Farrow & Ball's Green Smoke and Dibber, respectively, colour-drenching the walls and ceiling. The family bathroom was renovated with a classic chequerboard tiled floor, wall pannelling painted in Farrow & Ball's Planter, and walls papered in Lewis & Wood's Alhambra wallpaper. A glass pendant light in the kitchen was found on Etsy, adding a touch of modern elegance. Part of Eller How had already been converted into self-catering accommodation before Nina and Sam moved in. The architect who restored Eller How is not directly mentioned in the available search results, but the master builder George Webster is known to have played a significant role in the home's remodelling. The couple fell in love with Eller How at first sight, sending a listing for the property to each other with the words 'house goals'. Their transformation of the property showcases their creative vision and love for the home, making Eller How a truly unique and stylish haven.
