Down the long drive is a beautiful surprise!
Down this meandering drive lined with boxwood, hydrangea, rhododendron and ferns sits the most charming House Crush. The cedar shake cottage has a lovely copper-roofed front entry flanked by beautiful lanterns and huge hydrangea—I love the planters. Inside, doorways and ceilings featuring old salvaged beams accent ship lap walls. The beautiful home belongs to Francie Hargrove and features her comfortable and stylish mountain decor. This House Crush was also spotlighted on the blog Wednesday featuring a dinner she hosted with James Farmer. Have a little look around and gather inspiring ideas for your house.
House Crush!
Welcome—love the hydrangea.
This is a great idea—hydrangea in large pots.
The entry hall sets the mood for the house—I love the faux boise.
This tall clock is a great focal point for the long hall.
Horizontal boards line the halls and stairs.
The door way and ceiling are lined with old beams.
The living room is just lovely!
This painting once belonged to the late Charles Faudree.
Another view of the living room shows this beautiful armoire in the corner.
I love the way this piece is nestled in the corner.
The beams make a wonderful rustic and elegant statement.
More beams and antlers accent the view to the kitchen.
This cozy little space is situated between the kitchen and the dining room.
I always love a landscape painting.
The other end of the dining room features a group of framed botanicals.
Hydrangeas are featured all through the home. I love the dark lamp shade on the white lamps.
Another look at Francie, James and the kitchen.
The butler’s pantry is ready for service.
This wonderful porch was the location for the party.
The back garden is welcoming and shaded.
The back entry is as crush worthy as the front one.
Boxwood, stone walls and lanterns are always a good idea.
The bar—set up on a beautiful Faux boise table for the lovely dinner. Yes, please!
xo♥, Lissy
All photos by Lissy Parker for lissyparker.com. You are welcome to ‘borrow’ my photos—just please credit and link the source.
Cathy Garrett
Love Francie’s house and thanks for sharing. Is this a new home she just built?
lissyparker
Thank you Cathy, it is a new home.
xo
Vicki
Thank you for sharing this home with us. It is perfect. There is only one problem, I would love to see the rest of the home!!
Melissa Harper
Lissy, Your beautiful pictures and comments are soothing to my soul. Thank you!
lissyparker
Melissa, Thank you so very much! Your comment made my day.
xo
Jodi
Lissy –
Do you happen to know the exterior color of this gorgeous home?
lissyparker
Jodi, The house color is a Cabot stain made into a paint by Ben Moore. The color is Burnt Hickory. The trim color is also by Ben Moore and is called Bone White. I hope this helps you in your color selection.
xo
Deanna
I would love to know the colors she chose for the outside of her stunning home!
lissyparker
Deanne, The colors she chose were the same as mine. Burnt Hickory by Cabot-Made into paint by Ben Moore and bone White from Ben Moore for the trim. I hope this helps you.
xo
Anne Hoehn
Love your site! Thanks for great work. What is the paint color used on the shutters?
lissyparker
Anne, Thank you so very much! I have just sent a text to the homeowner. I will let you know what I find out.
xo
lissyparker
Anne, Thank you so very much! I have just sent a text to the home owner—will let you know what I find out.
xo
Anne Hoehn
Wonderful, thank you, Lissy!
lissyparker
Anne, Still waiting on the answer. She is working on a new house and must be very busy.
xo