The House Is Finally Ours!
December 30, 2009 | 59 comments
I was really starting to doubt it would ever happen but it did. We finally closed on our new house!!! We haven’t moved in yet (we’re having some work done on it first) but I had everyone lined up and waiting to get started so it’ll be a frenzy of activity now and we should be moved in the week after next!
Here are some of the reasons I fell in love with this house. (I forgot to pack the charger for my SLR so all I have is my iphone for now. So sorry for the picture quality.)
This is the family room/keeping room – love the windows, fireplace and all the trees outside:
. . . and the mill work and arches:
. . . and all the built-ins:
These two are of the the living room. Here it’s looking into the family room. It’s all pretty traditional, right? It’s going to be very different for me but also very fun!
Thank you all for being so supportive through the frustrating process and also for all of your votes for the Homies! You all rock. I’m off to meet the painter, pick out tile and take some more photos. Yipeee! (Can you tell I’m excited?) Hope you have a fun day too!
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December 30th, 2009 @ 9:51 am
Yay, I’m so excited for you! I love a traditional home paired with modern furniture. I cannot wait to see more!
Marsi @ The Cottage Cheese´s last post ..Tavern on the Green
December 30th, 2009 @ 9:53 am
Ok, just those three pics look amazing! Lucky you! Congrats on the new place… can’t wait to see how you decorate!
December 30th, 2009 @ 9:55 am
SO exciting. Look gorgeous!! Congratulations!
Aspirations of a Southern Housewife´s last post ..European Style in the South: McAlpine et al
December 30th, 2009 @ 9:58 am
it’s gorgeous! I can’t wait to see what you do with this place. have a wonderful new year.
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December 30th, 2009 @ 10:02 am
It looks like a stunning house – can’t wait to see more pictures, and see how you decorate it!
Things That Inspire´s last post ..Some of my favorite posts of 2009
December 30th, 2009 @ 10:07 am
Wow, three pics and I’m loving it. I can’t wait to see your take on it and how it evolves over time.
Congrats!
Townhouselady´s last post ..Joilet
December 30th, 2009 @ 10:14 am
I am green with jealousy!!!! That looks like an amazing home!
December 30th, 2009 @ 10:36 am
It’s A-mazing! What a fantastic choice.
I’m on pins and needles waiting to see how you do it up.
Mazel tov, Sweetie!
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December 30th, 2009 @ 10:38 am
Oh, what a great little peek of your new home, you’re excited? I’m excited!! Congrats and I know I am going to enjoy watching what you did with the house! Great character and detail…
Janell
December 30th, 2009 @ 10:53 am
Congrats!!!! Can’t wait to see more photos!
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December 30th, 2009 @ 10:54 am
Yay! Just in time for the new year! Now the fun can REALLY begin–can’t wait to see how you decorate!
December 30th, 2009 @ 10:58 am
Congrats! Looks absolutely beautiful – I can see why you chose it.
December 30th, 2009 @ 10:59 am
The pictures you posted are gorgeous! I can’t imagine what the rest of the house looks like. I think you might be the envy of all of us today
Jen
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December 30th, 2009 @ 11:00 am
You lucky duck!! The house is beautiful!
December 30th, 2009 @ 11:08 am
Congratulations Ally, the house is gorgeous. I love the arches and the high windows too. Love all the light streaming in too and the wood floors.
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December 30th, 2009 @ 11:26 am
That is so so exciting! Congratulations!!! It’s beautiful
December 30th, 2009 @ 12:10 pm
Wow, I love it! Can’t wait to see more!
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December 30th, 2009 @ 12:27 pm
So lovely…loads of character! Let the decorating begin!
Michelle – Three Men and a Lady´s last post ..me, myself and I.
December 30th, 2009 @ 12:29 pm
WOW!!! Congrats! That house is so divine! All the little details are so pretty! Good luck with it!!
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December 30th, 2009 @ 12:36 pm
It’s glorious! Congratulations and I wish you both many, many happy years in your beautiful new home! If you need some shopping destinations, you know how to reach me! ;0)
xx-nelya
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December 30th, 2009 @ 1:06 pm
How exciting that Ill Seen, Ill Said brought me here on such a momentous day. OH, how I want a sprawling house like that. Unfortunately, we’re in love with New York City and couldn’t find a pad imaginable that would do the trick. So, we live through others.
Can’t wait to see move in pictures. Congrats!
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December 30th, 2009 @ 1:11 pm
Thank you all so much! I dare say it may have been worth all the pain and waiting! I’m so happy that you like it even from these awful photos.
December 30th, 2009 @ 1:20 pm
Wheeehooooo! Super fun!!! I am so thrilled that I am getting goose bumps!
Girlie, I am so glad to have met you in a sea of design blogs. Not only are you creative & inspirational and have such a great sense of style you are also so friendly, upbeat and loyal.
Ally, I wish you a super fun, happy and healthy 2010! And it is going to be so fun to see what you are going to do with your new fabulous nest. See you next year!
Cyber hug, Mon
December 30th, 2009 @ 1:24 pm
I’m looking forward to more pictures and to see how you decorate the home. I’m quite intrigued as I don’t believe I remember seeing pictures of this home in my regular perusal of local real estate.
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December 30th, 2009 @ 1:32 pm
Yay! Congrats and I can’t wait to see everything come to life. It is already a really beautiful house, but I know it with have even more personality once your done.
December 30th, 2009 @ 1:49 pm
What gorgeous millwork! I love the arched openings and those built ins are the stuff dreams are made of. Can’t wait to see what you do with it!
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December 30th, 2009 @ 2:10 pm
Your new home looks wonderful. I can see why you are excited. It just needs your magical touch now. Make sure that you take lots of photos.
Have a wonderful New Year’s Eve and I wish you and your family everything that you wish yourselves for 2010. With love. XXXX
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December 30th, 2009 @ 2:52 pm
Congrats on your gorgeous new home, Allie! If anyone can make a house look even more fabulous than it already is, it’s you!
xo,
Crystal
December 30th, 2009 @ 3:05 pm
its awesome!!!! where are you?? what neighborhood?
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December 30th, 2009 @ 3:27 pm
wow! your new home is beautiful. i cannot wait to see what you have in store.
happy 2010!!
December 30th, 2009 @ 3:47 pm
Congratulations! It’ll be fun to follow all your decorating adventures with this new house, which from the couple pics, looks amazing. Love all the windows in the first pic!
December 30th, 2009 @ 4:32 pm
Wow, it is so beautiful. I’m excited for you and I can’t wait to see what you do with this gorgeous house. Happy 2010.
Cheers
Engracia
December 30th, 2009 @ 5:19 pm
I’ve been waiting for this good news Alek, so I’m delighted that it’s all worked out for you guys. The house looks wonderful, so full of character & charm. I know that you’ll inject your fab style & pizazz into it in a heartbeat.
Millie ^_^
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December 30th, 2009 @ 7:45 pm
Nice. You’ll rock it no matter what the style.
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December 30th, 2009 @ 8:59 pm
Man, it is BEAUTIFUL! Can’t wait to see what you have in store for it. And what a great way to ring in the New Year!
K-Line´s last post ..I Feel So Sassy
December 30th, 2009 @ 9:34 pm
Love it, love it, love it. Can’t wait to see you decorate it.
xo,
cristin
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December 30th, 2009 @ 10:44 pm
Ally, it is beautiful! Congrats!
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December 31st, 2009 @ 6:08 am
Yay!! Congratulations!! It looks absolutely beautiful!
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December 31st, 2009 @ 6:20 am
yeyy so excited!! it looks awesome
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December 31st, 2009 @ 6:20 am
Ally,
Happy 2010.
All your wishes to come true.
It’s been a pleasure to blog with you. Looking forward to even more.
Congrats on the house. Looks great, and with your touch it’s gonna be the perfect space to live in.
kisskiss
December 31st, 2009 @ 8:03 am
You are going to love it!!! Happy 2010–hope it is the best yet!
December 31st, 2009 @ 9:00 am
Ally, it’s beautiful!! Yes, it has some traditional elements, but just the right amount, to give it some warmth. I’m sure with your great taste and creativity you’ll give it some great personality!!
I love love love those windows!! Just gorgeous.
December 31st, 2009 @ 9:02 am
Hi Alek, I am so happy for you! The house has amazing features! I can not wait to see how you decorate it! Happy New Year! Monika
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December 31st, 2009 @ 11:21 am
wow! that is gorgeous! great windows and moldings. Can’t wait to see what you do with it.
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December 31st, 2009 @ 1:26 pm
Oh, I can’t wait to see more! This looks so dreamy to me… That woodwork and those windows!
Congratulations!!
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December 31st, 2009 @ 1:26 pm
Amazing features. I can’t wait to see your furniture all moved in and the place with your beautiful signature style on it.
Happy New Year!
Jane
xx
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December 31st, 2009 @ 1:51 pm
Congratulations! What a beautiful home! The interior architecture is just gorgeous…and I especially love those windows! Can’t wait to see more of your house and watch how you transform the space!
December 31st, 2009 @ 3:20 pm
It’s gorgeous; if it looks this good in iphone pictures then it must really be a beauty. I wish you happy times and a great new year to be spent in your new home!
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December 31st, 2009 @ 6:24 pm
Congratulations on your new home. It is absolutely gorgeous and I know without a doubt you will make into a beautiful home. What a great way to start the New Year. Happy, Happy New Year!! {p.s. thank you for your lovely comment}
All the very best,
Linda
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December 31st, 2009 @ 6:31 pm
oh man, i can’t WAIT to see what you do to the place. i bet it’s gonna look amazing! what a great way to start the year.
happy new year to you!!!
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December 31st, 2009 @ 7:02 pm
Congratulations Ally – I adore your home already by just the few photos we’ve seen. It is gorgeous and I would be over the moon as well. You have much to be excited for in 2010 and I am here to wish you all the best the new year can offer. I hope you have an exciting New Years eve. Ring in 2010 with great abandon and joy. Thanks for all your kind words, they have meant the world to me. All my very best to you xx deb
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December 31st, 2009 @ 9:35 pm
Your new place is beautiful, Ally!
I can’t wait to see how you decorate your new home. Warm wishes for a wonderful 2010 in your new place!
Cheers,
Sarah
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December 31st, 2009 @ 11:04 pm
congratulations alek! it is beautiful and welcome to the South!! Your new blog design is fabulous!
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January 1st, 2010 @ 8:35 pm
Your house is gorgeous! I’m even more excited for you now!
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January 1st, 2010 @ 9:29 pm
okay, i take a little break and I come back and you have moved!!
congrats on the new house. What fun you will be having:)
The house is beautiful.
xx
callie
January 2nd, 2010 @ 10:59 pm
Congrats!
You are SO lucky to have such a beautiful place! I’m looking forward to watch what you do with it!
I use greys in my home too! The tiny kitchen ended up in Vancouver Day for the wood work (semi/oil), and Pavement for the walls (flat/latex). Its ironic, since what the view out the windows is predominantly grey- (sky/downtown/I-5).
But it truly expands the room by opening it up to the outside (in a manner of speaking)
Best wishes for the New Year!
-Lb
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January 3rd, 2010 @ 12:57 am
Congrats on the new house! I can’t wait to see what you do with it!
Wishing you a wonderful year!
Brandie´s last post ..Straight to the Heart
January 3rd, 2010 @ 9:30 am
WOW, I’m in love too!!! What an AMAZING home, so charming and filled with character, can’t wait to see what you do to it.
Thanks for stopping by my blog, wishing you all the best for 2010.
January 3rd, 2010 @ 11:00 am
From the few pictures you’ve shown us, I can tell this is going to end up being my ideal house, so lucky you!! I can’t resist anything traditional with a modern twist. I know you’ll make it look amazing and I can’t wait to see it finished!
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