During September and October 2024, we found the time to remove the old building. We aimed to carry out the work with minimal disruption to the nearby residents, so we decided against placing a skip on the road above, as it could have caused issues with traffic and access to neighboring properties. We purchased thisContinueContinue reading “Efficient Building Demolition: Our Experience”
Category Archives: Coast Guard Cottage
Sustainable Flooring Choices for Our Small House Build
In the summer of 2024, our specially constructed flooring blocks arrived, ready to be laid over the limestone base. This method of a solid concrete flooring is to protect the delicate woodland ecosystem, allowing small animals to pass through while avoiding soil contamination. However, this decision came with a trade-off. Without the thermal mass ofContinueContinue reading “Sustainable Flooring Choices for Our Small House Build”
Where exactly is Arnside
So where exactly is Arnside? Just a short ride to the heart of the Lake District, the City of Lancaster, and Morecambe. Use the West Coastline at Arnside Rail Station to visit London in the South, Manchester Airport, or Scotland. There’s a ton to do here at Arnside. We’ve added a few short videos ofContinueContinue reading “Where exactly is Arnside”
Discover Arnside: A Hidden Gem in Cumbria
Nestled on the picturesque shores of the Kent Estuary, the charming town of Arnside in Cumbria stands as a hidden gem. With its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant community spirit, Arnside is undoubtedly one of the best places to live in the United Kingdom. The first thing that captures the heart of anyone whoContinueContinue reading “Discover Arnside: A Hidden Gem in Cumbria”
Coastguard Cottage – Cumbria
Greetings! Explore our website/blog dedicated to our exciting new development in Arnside, Cumbria. Nestled in the South Lakes, our new home is conveniently close to the heart of the Lake District and is surrounded by lush woodlands. Positioned near the slipway where boats once embarked, the Kent Estuary awaits with scenic walks in every direction,ContinueContinue reading “Coastguard Cottage – Cumbria”
Laying the Stone New Floor
The ground where we worked needed to be protected with up to 4 inches of 20mm limestone aggregate, placed within a protective honeycomb structure to prevent the stones from shifting or becoming too thin. This was done to safeguard the roots of the surrounding trees and ensure they weren’t damaged during the work. The firstContinueContinue reading “Laying the Stone New Floor”
Arnside Property Purchased
This is the property we purchased! Our journey is best told through pictures, capturing every step from start to finish. Here are some of the photos we took after viewing the property in June 2021, as we began this exciting chapter of building our small home.