If money was no object, what ONE THING would you buy YOURSELF

[Kathleen’s Place]

I would buy a small, year round, cabin on a lake near where I live

 

[Aunt Marg]

Love the idea behind this thread topic, Kathleen!

I would love a small, cozy, stone cabin/cottage in the mountains somewhere out of the way.

Like this.

 

[Aneeda72]

Hmm, a hobby farm.

 

[Kathleen’s Place]

Love the idea behind this thread topic, Kathleen!

I would love a small, cozy, stone cabin/cottage in the mountains somewhere out of the way.

Like this.

That sounds lovely. A cabin in the mountains would have been my first choice too...except we don’t live near them and I don’t want to have to travel far to my dream escape place

 

[Kathleen’s Place]

Hmm, a hobby farm.

Did you get your dog yet Aneeda????

 

[Aunt Marg]

That sounds lovely. A cabin in the mountains would have been my first choice too...except we don’t live near them and I don’t want to have to travel far to my dream escape place

I believe that's the key when it comes to a recreational or weekend getaway property, is not having to travel far or for long to get there. A quick 20-30 minute drive away, and you're there.

I've mentioned to hubby many times over the years that if our current place becomes too much for us, we could downsize and build a nice little cabin for ourselves out of the way somewhere.

The one in the video would be a dream.

A wood-burning fireplace would be a must, with a scattering of woven wool area rugs to warm the place and make it feel homey. I would have a few select pieces such as a few wainscot chairs, a large oak refectory table that would serve as our eating and gathering place, and the cabin would be designed in a rustic fashion, with a heavy beamed ceiling in the main fireplace room, and of course, lots of woodwork throughout.

Being able to light a few candles and put on a warm cozy fire on a cold, wet, and miserable day would be heaven, just like in the video.

I can already smell the homemade pot of stew that's simmering on the stove, wafting through the cabin.

What a stress-reliever it would be.

 

[Pepper]

A sprawling residence where I could see my grandson every day and his parents do not have to see me every day. That's the only way they'd go for it!

 

[rgp]

Well first off, in that video it doesn't look like a small cabin in the woods. It looks more like one room in a mansion

I have a fireplace , so I can recreate the scene right here. Now my living room doesn't have that early American/English appearance , but still.

I've lived here with my fireplace for 20 years, used to enjoy it quite a-bit, but as has been said before age changes things. If someone else wants to cut & split the wood for me ? ....... yeah I'll light a fire.

 

[Kathleen’s Place]

I believe that's the key when it comes to a recreational or weekend getaway property, is not having to travel far or for long to get there. A quick 20-30 minute drive away, and you're there.

I've mentioned to hubby many times over the years that if our current place becomes too much for us, we could downsize and build a nice little cabin for ourselves out of the way somewhere.

The one in the video would be a dream.

A wood-burning fireplace would be a must, with a scattering of woven wool area rugs to warm the place and make it feel homey. I would have a few select pieces such as a few wainscot chairs, a large oak refectory table that would serve as our eating and gathering place, and the cabin would be designed in a rustic fashion, with a heavy beamed ceiling in the main fireplace room, and of course, lots of woodwork throughout.

Being able to light a few candles and put on a warm cozy fire on a cold, wet, and miserable day would be heaven, just like in the video.

I can already smell the homemade pot of stew that's simmering on the stove, wafting through the cabin.

What a stress-reliever it would be.

I believe that's the key when it comes to a recreational or weekend getaway property, is not having to travel far or for long to get there. A quick 20-30 minute drive away, and you're there.

I've mentioned to hubby many times over the years that if our current place becomes too much for us, we could downsize and build a nice little cabin for ourselves out of the way somewhere.

The one in the video would be a dream.

A wood-burning fireplace would be a must, with a scattering of woven wool area rugs to warm the place and make it feel homey. I would have a few select pieces such as a few wainscot chairs, a large oak refectory table that would serve as our eating and gathering place, and the cabin would be designed in a rustic fashion, with a heavy beamed ceiling in the main fireplace room, and of course, lots of woodwork throughout.

Being able to light a few candles and put on a warm cozy fire on a cold, wet, and miserable day would be heaven, just like in the video.

I can already smell the homemade pot of stew that's simmering on the stove, wafting through the cabin.

What a stress-reliever it would be.

*sigh* If I won a send lottery, could I come and visit? You could definitely come to my lake cabin and listen to the waves lap up onto the shore, listen to the birds sing...please bring your own stew!

 

[Aunt Marg]

Well first off, in that video it doesn't look like a small cabin in the woods. It looks more like one room in a mansion

I have a fireplace , so I can recreate the scene right here. Now my living room doesn't have that early American/English appearance , but still.

I've lived here with my fireplace for 20 years, used to enjoy it quite a-bit, but as has been said before age changes things. If someone else wants to cut & split the wood for me ? ....... yeah I'll light a fire.

It's beautiful for sure, but being able to take an idea that one likes and scale it down, now that's what I call living.

Having a good starting point in which to base a plan and design is key, and this is it for me, on a smaller scale though.

Kathleen, did mention, "if money was no object".

 

[Jeweltea]

I would do some upgrades to my house, especially the yard...water features, fantastic landscaping.

 

[Aunt Marg]

*sigh* If I won a send lottery, could I come and visit? You could definitely come to my lake cabin and listen to the waves lap up onto the shore, listen to the birds sing...please bring your own stew!

You would be so welcome, Kathleen!

And you could count on us visiting you to enjoy those lake views, and to hear the gently lapping waves folding-over onto shore.

 

[Kathleen’s Place]

Well first off, in that video it doesn't look like a small cabin in the woods. It looks more like one room in a mansion

I have a fireplace , so I can recreate the scene right here. Now my living room doesn't have that early American/English appearance , but still.

I've lived here with my fireplace for 20 years, used to enjoy it quite a-bit, but as has been said before age changes things. If someone else wants to cut & split the wood for me ? ....... yeah I'll light a fire.

Now quit raining on our parade rgp!

 

[Aneeda72]

Did you get your dog yet Aneeda????

I am picking her up on the 15th when she turns 8 weeks old. It’s so hard to wait, but better for her. I am in the process of buying a lot of puppy stuff as we had given all our other dog stuff to the Humane Society. It was big dog stuff, anyway, and would not have suited a small dog.

Husband is not happy, but then he is never happy so I am, for once, doing what I want to do. I wish I could get two puppies but that would be pushing it.

 

[Aneeda72]

Well first off, in that video it doesn't look like a small cabin in the woods. It looks more like one room in a mansion

I have a fireplace , so I can recreate the scene right here. Now my living room doesn't have that early American/English appearance , but still.

I've lived here with my fireplace for 20 years, used to enjoy it quite a-bit, but as has been said before age changes things. If someone else wants to cut & split the wood for me ? ....... yeah I'll light a fire.

Convert your fireplace to gas, then with a flick of a switch, fire.

 

[Kathleen’s Place]

I am picking her up on the 15th when she turns 8 weeks old. It’s so hard to wait, but better for her. I am in the process of buying a lot of puppy stuff as we had given all our other dog stuff to the Humane Society. It was big dog stuff, anyway, and would not have suited a small dog.

Husband is not happy, but then he is never happy so I am, for once, doing what I want to do. I wish I could get two puppies but that would be pushing it.

I’m excited for you! And bah humbug on your husband! (and he will probably be the one the pup falls in love with! ). Have you picked out a name yet? Do you get to go and visit? My friend went to visit her future pup and left a blanket for her to use that had their scent on it. Thought that was a good idea!

 

[debodun]

A new house

 

[Pinky]

Can't think of one darned thing!

 

[Aunt Marg]

Can't think of one darned thing!

Well that must mean that you have everything in life, you lucky little devil!

 

[Kathleen’s Place]

Can't think of one darned thing!

Really???? Wow

 

[RadishRose]

A new dishwasher.

 

[Aneeda72]

Can't think of one darned thing!

@Pinky now you know you want to buy me something, just admit it.

 

[Pinky]

@Pinky now you know you want to buy me something, just admit it.

Just ask, and it will be bestowed upon you @Aneeda72

I can think of things I'd like to buy others, but don't really need/want anything.

 

[Ruth n Jersey]

New landscaping on our home with a beautiful white fence all around just high enough so the deer don't get in and someone to maintain it all so I could enjoy just the fun stuff in my yard and also any major repairs that are needed inside and out. If I have some money left over I would like a green house.

 

[Aunt Marg]

New landscaping on our home with a beautiful white fence all around just high enough so the deer don't get in and someone to maintain it all so I could enjoy just the fun stuff in my yard and also any major repairs that are needed inside and out. If I have some money left over I would like a green house.

Oh, Ruth, I have always dreamed of owning a true, proper greenhouse!