"The word 'cottage' evokes feelings of tranquil contentment and sparks a longing for a simoler, quieter lifestyle . . . The charming hallmarks of the cottage getaway include a stunning natural setting, an exterior designed to blend in with the landscape, and casual rooms that encourage both relaxation and family togetherness" (Plante, 2000, Inside Cover).
"Hrre, with true taste and sound judgment, they will build a cottage, which, though small in dimensions, will be complete in all its parts. In such a home, with the qualifications in themselves for making it happy, they will find a calm content unknown in the gidfy turmoil of fashion, and a consolation full if gentleness and peace" (Holly; as quoted by Plante, 2000, p. 8).
"He made mention that verandas were a necessity, as they were used to protect the house from the elements and to provide a spot for cool respite in the warm months. Holly also went to great lenghts to stress his belief that a cottage should be built in an idyllic setting that complemented a simple srchitectural design rather than being 'loaded down with unmeaning expensive decorations'" (Plante, 2000, p. 11).
"Today's cottage is a haven for rejuvination, communing with nature, spending time with family and friends, or simply slowing down the pace" (Plante, 2000, p. 11).
"There is pleasure in the pathless woods,
There is rapture on the lonely shore,
This is society, where none intrudes,
By tge deep sea, and music in its roar:
I love not man tge less, but nature more"
- Lord Byron, 1818 (as quoted by Plante, 2000, p. 14)
"We are drawn to the sea--to the majestic splendor and incredible power of ocean waters. The tides, pounding surf, sandy beaches, and ragged cliffs have long inspired artists and writers. What is it about gazing out to the sheer size of the ocean that holds us in awe, giving us a new perspective on life; the seemingly endless expanse of blue somehow makes our cares seem trivial and allows our spirits to soar" (plsnre, 2000, p. 14).
"There is an energy about the sea. Standing amid the dunes, you can feel it seep into every fibrr of your being. It's a rebirth of sorts to revel in saltwater breezes while soft waves lap the shore. It's no wonder a cottage by the sea is something so many of us yearn for" (Plante, 2002, p. 14).
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