1. A tranquil retreat
Photo by Emma Reddington
A couple of weekends ago my family had the pleasure of visiting an old Ontario farmhouse with some friends of ours. I love these rambling houses with wild, unkempt gardens and pieced together rooms. Nothing is too precious and everyone feels immediately at home. My little toddler, Orla, felt right at home, too. Here, she's carefully making her way down the front step of the farmhouse. I love the three stars above the door, a whimsical touch as is the wire window basket filled with logs.
2. Warm hello
Photo by Emma Reddington
<div>rn<div>rn<div id="cleantext">This hooked tapestry on white painted brick walls greets visitors as they walk in the front door. I love the maple leaf emblems that make up the border of the design.</div>rn</div>rn</div>
3. Bon appetit
Photo by Emma Reddington
Leisurely lunches outside on the deck have to be one of life’s great pleasures. This Nicoise salad was beautifully made by our host. The rustic whitewashed table and vintage porcelain platter found in the kitchen were photo-shoot ready! Read more: <a href="https://www.chatelaine.com/meal-type/salads/" target="_blank">Gorgeous salad recipes</a>
4. Sweet and simple
Photo by Emma Reddington
White painted floors and a colour blocked quilt make a simple statement in an upstairs bedroom. A wreath made of dried flowers from the property are an easy way to adorn the pale apple green walls.
5. A cozy spot
Photo by Emma Reddington
<div>rn<div>rn<div id="cleantext">The upstairs hallway with its seafoam green painted floors and daybed is the perfect place to escape to for some afternoon reading.</div>rn</div>rn</div>
6. Pretty in pink
Photo by Emma Reddington
<div>rn<div>rn<div id="cleantext">This room was immediately claimed by the little girls. With its dusty pink walls and floral accents it is the epitome of a country-chic bedroom.</div>rn<div></div>rn</div>rn</div>
7. Country living
Photo by Emma Reddington
The daughter of our family friends takes a wild ride on a gnarly tree swing.
8. A lovely nook
Photo by Emma Reddington
This nook in the dining room of the farmhouse is the ideal spot for an afternoon nap. Gauzy white curtains, a vintage Persian rug, painted floors and floral pillows all work together in this eclectic historical house.
