Coming Up Roses: A New England Classic

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes & the cheerful lilt of birdsong as the music of the season.

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes and the cheerful lilt of birdsong as background music to this much anticipated season. Amid the floral fanfare, one residence stands out for its enviable beauty, both indoors and out.

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes & the cheerful lilt of birdsong as the music of the season. Step inside this cottage that's coming up roses.

White porcelain Hutschenreuther figurines seem to dance upon the living room coffee table.

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes & the cheerful lilt of birdsong as the music of the season. Step inside this cottage that's coming up roses.

Royal Worcester figures line the living room’s original mantel.

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes & the cheerful lilt of birdsong as the music of the season. Step inside this cottage that's coming up roses.

Vintage crewelwork pillows adorn the bed in the master suite.

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes & the cheerful lilt of birdsong as the music of the season. Step inside this cottage that's coming up roses.

Granite countertops and a porcelain farm sink anchor the sunny kitchen, where antique English, Asian, and Dutch blue-and-white china form a pretty vignette.

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes & the cheerful lilt of birdsong as the music of the season. Step inside this cottage that's coming up roses.

The patio table is set with Royal Albert Petit Point china.

Summer settles into the amiable village of Essex, Connecticut, with whispers of gentle breezes & the cheerful lilt of birdsong as the music of the season. Step inside this cottage that's coming up roses.

Bluestone slate forms the decking around the pool.

Text Karen Callaway 
Photography Caryn B. Davis 

To learn more about the Kaplan’s cottage, read “A New England Classic” on page 67 of the July/August 2016 issue of Victoria. 

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3 COMMENTS

  1. What a lovely home and estate. I love the gardens and especially the kitchen – such a unique style architecture !

    Being from Connecticut, I feel right at home! Loved this article and have looked at it many times since the issue arrived!

    Brandon Hartford
    Te Deum Cottage

  2. That has to be one of the prettiest houses I’ve ever seen. It overflows with joyous blooms and colors. The fabric is exquisite. Please show more like this…its just a feast for the eyes.

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