I think there needs to be a trip to IKEA for the back bedroom

But for now, the basics are in place...

In the night kitchen...

Lounging round

 ...after getting most of the unpacking done. 

The divan looks like the perfect place for a nap in the winter sun.

Settling in

My new holiday cottage was built in the early 60s and has many original features.

I'm planning to rent it out when I'm not using it and aim to marketing it at people who appreciate vintage so I'm not terribly worried about the state of the wallpaper. Which is just as well as I don't have the budget to replace it even if I wanted to. 

It also means I get to furnish it with a mix of second hand and modern pieces.

The ski season has arrived early this year. I might manage to get some bookings earlier than I'd planned...

The first morning in the new house

... and there's lots of sorting out to be done.

... and, last night, there were celebrations

Winter has arrived...