SMART IN SKETTY

Just because a property is small on size doesn’t mean it’s going to be small on style, and this sweetest of cottages proves this notion.

Inside the Sketty two-bedroom stone built home the current owner has made the most of the space using some clever interior design ideas to create a light and bright abode.

In addition, thought has been put into the choices of colours and finishes to create a pretty seaside inspired home.

The use of white painted-effect floorboards not only gives the main reception room a beach hut feel but as it flows seamlessly into the kitchen, the horizontal lines of the boards draws the eye through to the back of the property.

The low shine surface of the flooring also helps to reflect light.

Of course, the use of strategically placed mirrors also helps to maximise light.

One has been hung opposite the main window, on the far wall, which could have been a dark corner of the room without this addition.

The use of contemporary wallpaper going up the staircase not only ensures this period property has been transformed into a modern home, but the use of vertical lines within the paper’s design assists in visually increasing the room’s height.

The current owner has also painted the ceiling beams white to blend into the ceiling, and this also helps to visually lift the head height.

Of course, as it’s a cute cottage it needs a cute fireplace, which has been left as exposed stone with a bleached wood mantle and complements the exposed stone wall around the main window.

The kitchen and bathroom have been given a fresh and modern make-over and the two bedrooms are bright and contemporary, especially the master bedroom, where a zesty orange and metallic copper accents embrace the current interior design trends.

The back garden is something a bit special. The current owner has transformed this sweet space into a little beach paradise.

Blue washed-out fences are reminiscent of sun-kissed beach boardwalk planks and the pebbles and stones are an eye-catching seaside feature.

The choice of planting is beach inspired – all that’s really missing is a wave inspired water-feature.

This cute cottage is for sale with estate agent Dawsons, Sketty branch. To find out more call 01792 299655.