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‘It was very derelict’: journey to restore former convent cottage into best-in-class home
The award-winning cottage is a former convent and magistrate’s house.
The owners wanted to stay true to the history of the cottage when they were renovating
The cottage features schist walls and match-lined ceilings.
The kitchen features tiling and marble.
Some of the beautiful old features remain.
One of the four bedrooms.
The bunk bedroom is cute and compact.
This could be the perfect outdoor dining spot.
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