Living in a Maine Coastal Cottage: Life by the Sea

charming cottage by the sea

House Beautiful

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IIf I lived in this charming seaside cottage, I would leave the windows open to welcome the salty breeze. Mornings would begin with a cup of coffee on the porch, watching sunlight dance across the waves. Afternoons would be for lingering with a good mystery novel, and for hunting secondhand shops and flea markets for small, meaningful finds that add personality to a home.

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charming cottage by the sea
Charming cottage by the ssea
charming cottage by the sea
charming cottage by the sea
charming cottage by the sea

I can picture myself sitting in one of the Adirondack chairs with a steaming mug, watching the sunlight glitter on the water. Those quiet moments—simple and restorative—are exactly what make a seaside cottage so appealing. I would fill the rooms with comfortable, lived-in pieces: vintage finds, cozy textiles, and art that reminds me of the coast.

Now it’s your turn to imagine…what would life be like if you lived here?

If this cottage sparks your curiosity, you can see more photos and details in the original feature on House Beautiful.

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