DESCRIPTION

The home at 12 Trading Post Trail is a quintessential Spring Island cottage. Its scale, plan and attention to detail combine to create a home of traditional simplicity and casual elegance. This cottage, which was designed on the premise that “smaller is better” combines open spaces with good flow that works well for entertaining and accommodating guests. Inside the home, reclaimed heart pine floors, detailed walls and well proportioned trim work add dimension to the intimately scaled spaces. In the living room built-in cabinetry and shelving surround the fireplace and provide a finished look and additional storage space. A thoughtfully designed kitchen and breakfast nook features furniture quality cabinetry which provides an integrated and custom crafted appearance. The screened porch, complete with fireplace, serves the dual role of casual outdoor living room and overflow entertaining space. The master bedroom and a guest bedroom are located in the main residence and a separate small bunkhouse provides a third bedroom suite. Between the two structures is an elegant little boxwood garden, designed by noted landscape architect, Don Hooten. Both the cottage and the guest suite enjoy views of Duck Pen Pond.