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Retro Lake Cottage in Maine

August 4, 2010












Sweet Stephanie of the blog Royal T Designs (and Dockside Dogs, the cutest little dog boutique ever) was just up in Maine visiting the most adorable cottage I’ve ever laid eyes on. The little lake home belongs to her aunt and uncle who completely renovated the space themselves. She said before they got their hands on it it was a total mess of a shack. They tore it down to just the beams, then collected all the awesome original 50’s appliances, dishes, flooring, countertops, cabinets, etc. They also kept all of the original furniture and reupholstered it…turquoise! A huge thank you to Stephanie for taking all these fab photos and sharing them with us!

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Comments

  1. Emily says

    August 4, 2010 at 2:25 pm

    SWOON. This is everything I love–turquoise, retro, somehow cheery but soothing all at once. I love it!

  2. Stunning... says

    August 4, 2010 at 2:30 pm

    I loved Maine before – but now I have just one more reason to add to the list – Super cute!

  3. Vintage Sassy says

    August 4, 2010 at 2:44 pm

    I always look forward to your posts. They make me sooo happy!! I want that phone and those countertops!

    xo
    LeAnn

  4. SPLENDEROSA says

    August 4, 2010 at 2:51 pm

    This looks like it was captured in a time capsule, doesn't it? So nice to know someone put so much thought, energy, & love into this property. And, the truck? Wow! This could be in a movie. xx's

  5. Laurie Jones says

    August 4, 2010 at 3:29 pm

    Wowsa!!! I am in love with every picture in this posting, it looks so inviting, what I'd do for a getaway like this!! Just stunning!

  6. Sue at Beach Bungalow says

    August 4, 2010 at 3:57 pm

    What an amazing place … looks so authentic!

    Sue

  7. Renee@Modus Operandi Designs says

    August 4, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    My mom had that table and chairs when I was a little girl. IF ONLY I could have seen into the future, I would have insisted on hanging onto it!
    What a cute place!

  8. CW says

    August 4, 2010 at 4:00 pm

    Wow! Fabulous!

  9. AlyciAmore says

    August 4, 2010 at 4:05 pm

    Drooling over this! Love it!

  10. ana says

    August 4, 2010 at 4:57 pm

    This is sooo cool!!! I love the phone! In my grandma's house there is still one phone like the picture!!! Everything is so beautiful!!!

  11. Olivia says

    August 4, 2010 at 5:26 pm

    Hello,

    I'm Olivia from Brazil.
    I saw your blog and I really liked tham and would like to present mine:
    http://www.inandoutdecor.blogspot.com

    Hope you enjoy!!

    Olivia Vianna

  12. jana@opalnevershouts says

    August 4, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    Loving that vintage light fixture and pop of color.

  13. Carriage House Antiques says

    August 4, 2010 at 6:13 pm

    Love love love..love is all you need…and an old truck(I'm guessing that is a 1961?),,have you seen my new 1937 Turquoise baby yet??
    thanks for sharing..it's great!
    Natalie

  14. Marla says

    August 4, 2010 at 7:02 pm

    Aaaaaawww… Vintage goodness!!!

  15. Ms. Bake-it says

    August 4, 2010 at 7:39 pm

    OMW!! I am in love! When can I move in? I saw an old turquoise Chevy today during my lunch break but he made a turn before I could get a picture of the truck. My parents have several friends with cottages on lakes in Maine that have been handed down through the generations and are just so full of charm.

    ~ Tracy

  16. Teresa says

    August 4, 2010 at 7:40 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!! Thank you for sharing!! Teresa

  17. Candi says

    August 4, 2010 at 7:56 pm

    My mom and I have been sitting here drooling over everything, Erin! That turquoise pendant light is gorgeous and I love that fridge!

  18. Cristin @ Simplified Bee says

    August 4, 2010 at 9:00 pm

    love the truck too!!!

    xo,
    cristin

  19. Cynthia says

    August 4, 2010 at 9:54 pm

    I'm Cynthia from Brazil. Erin, your blog is just amazing. I love surf on it. And this house in Maine is something!

  20. Anonymous says

    August 4, 2010 at 10:21 pm

    Never thought I'd be swooning over an old Chevy truck, but that thing is a beaut! Love the detail in the kitchen countertops and all the retro details. I could SO easily live there. *Sigh!* — Kimberly in So. Cal.

  21. mustang says

    August 4, 2010 at 11:48 pm

    I am going to Maine in October and staying in a friend's cottage on Peak's Island. I hope it looks like this one.

  22. esre says

    August 4, 2010 at 11:57 pm

    Is it just me or is anyone else just dying to dial that phone?
    Every picture is more incredible than the last. This place is vintage perfection!

  23. Michelle L. says

    August 5, 2010 at 4:31 am

    Has anyone ever seen a light like this for sale online anywhere?
    I love this kitchen!

  24. Bringing Pretty Back says

    August 5, 2010 at 5:36 am

    I am so in love with this! How I LOVE retro!!!! Thank yo for sharing these beautiful photo's!
    Kristin

  25. bobbi says

    August 5, 2010 at 6:59 am

    I can't believe the turquoise car. This photos are going into my folder right now.
    bibbi

  26. Castles Crowns and Cottages says

    August 5, 2010 at 10:05 am

    OMG How perfect is this….the whole world should be TURQUOISE!!!!!! Perfect photos! Anita

  27. MichCherie says

    August 5, 2010 at 4:18 pm

    Love at first sight!! I so want to live here.

  28. Terri says

    August 5, 2010 at 6:00 pm

    I love it! And it's in Maine, which makes it even better.

    P.S. Love, love the matching truck!

  29. Angie@Echoes of Laughter says

    August 6, 2010 at 5:57 pm

    This cottage is just the cat's meow!! It is so adorable! Thanks for sharing! xo Angie

  30. Rebecca Geldard says

    August 30, 2010 at 12:41 pm

    i have almost the same table! the top was broken and falling apart as it is chipboard, yet i salvaged the legs and other tubing. going to put it with a cararra marble top. will be divine! great post. xo Beck Geldard

  31. table top fridge says

    May 3, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    What an amazing place! looks so authentic!

  32. Julie says

    July 8, 2020 at 2:11 pm

    I wish I knew where they sourced the flooring. That’s exactly what I’m looking for. I love humble retro kitchens!

I’m Erin and I am obsessed with the color turquoise. I started this blog to collect inspirational photos I find of fabulous rooms that feature all of the lovely shades of my favorite color. For even more turquoise, visit my shopping blog Everything Turquoise!

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