Being new to this magazine, I was drawn to it by the idyllic summer scene on the cover, not forgetting the use of such persuasive vocabulary as 'dream'.'nostalgia','hideaway','fresh' and..'budget'! The 'Celebrate Summer' section was most welcome as I gazed out at the dull Devon skies. 'The Restoration Man'... a story of a couple's renovation of their 16th century, North Devon home...was a joy to read...'the scars of a house are important'..this struck home...I'm always wanting to know the history of anything! I love the article about 'Benches,Seats and Settles. I surely need some comfort if I'm going to be a regular reader of this magazine! After getting lost in a few more 'delicious' homes, I then spent more of my summertime in a gorgeous Kent cottage garden! The colour burst forth from the pages and the scent was not far behind. I hope that the next isssue can live up to this one!
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A combination of travel guide and style file which presents the means of escape to the ... more
wonders of another age. It is aimed at those who love travelling Britain to explore country houses and stately homes, or at a dedicated follower of historical architecture and style. It contains 500 illustrations and regional maps.
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