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It’s been an interesting few weeks around here, and this picture pretty much sums up what we’ve got in the works…

Yep. We’re putting our current cottage on the market and we’re hoping to start a new adventure a little closer to Kev’s family!

They live in the next town over (about 40 minutes from our current house), so we’re hoping to sell this place and start fixing up another one closer to their neck of the woods, soon!

There are still a few rooms left to finish/completely renovate over here (laundry, mudroom, home office/2nd bedroom), not to mention a bunch of things that could use fixing up outside, but we’re hoping someone will want to pick up where we’ve left off. It’s been a really fun/comfortable place to call home over the past 5 years, and if it doesn’t sell we won’t be heartbroken…we’ll just keep fixin’ it up and try again in a year or two. (But, man, would we love to take advantage of the low interest rates right now if we can!)

Who knows what’ll happen! We look forward to posting any house selling/buying updates here on our blog, and we’re excited to see what the future holds.

In the meantime, we’ve got a guest bathroom that’s finally ready for some finishing touches, so we’ll be back soon with all the before and afters!

PS: Looking to buy a cottage-style home in the 36067 zip code?

Drop us a line at TheLetteredCottage (at) gmail (dot) com for more info and to schedule a showing!

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  1. Richella @ Imparting Grace

    Layla an Kevin, I would think your cottage would sell in a heartbeat! I’m sure there are folks who’ll be put off by any remaining needed repairs,but honestly it looks as if you’ve done the hardest things, and you’ve made everything so beautiful and charming. Shoot, if need be you could even throw in a bit of design time to help the new owners arrange their furniture and accessories in your place.

    Good luck to you as you seek to make this move! Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could take advantage of these record-low rates? I hope it all works out for you!

  5. jennifer

    Puh lease! Your house is going to sell by the end of today!! And if it doesn’t I will be shocked!! Who wouldn’t want to live in this beautiful home!!!! Good luck & Congrats on the next chapter!

  6. Katie Currin

    You will have NO problem selling that beauty! I can’t wait to follow along!

  11. Carla

    I would think it would sell in a heartbeat. Its allot more done then most houses you look at to buy. If I lived in that area I would put an offer in with the contingency that you have to help me design the rest of it, So it would all look great and not that everyone could tell which rooms I did. 🙂

  12. Barb @ The Everyday Home

    Layla and Kevin,
    Your hard works and ingenuity will pay off b/c your home is a gem among some “rocks.” I sent you an email offering you some free advice (as a NC Real Estate Broker) Best of luck to you both in your next adventure.

    • Alison

      In addition to the wonderful design and photo skills of Kevin and Layla, this is one of the reasons why I enjoy visiting this site… nice people like you who also visit and leave such generous comments as this one (the free advice). 🙂

  14. hello haha narf

    praying for the right folks to show up to become the new owners of your adorable space. i’m a pittsburgh girl through and through so i can’t see me buying your place…unless you are selling it furnished!

    all the best to you!

  15. Cheri

    I wish MN wasn’t so far from you! I’d buy your place! You won’t have any trouble selling your cottage! Looking forward to the next adventure!

  16. kristin

    NOOOOO you can’t sell the cottage 🙂 I’m just kidding but it does break my heart a little bit. BUT I can’t wait to follow you along on your next adventure.
    XO
    Kristin

  18. Elaine

    Wow! I couldn’t believe it when I read it ! I know how bitter sweet this must feel… It’s a big decision to make and I know of the feelings that come along with it. I’m sure it will sell….and then just think of what you can find awaiting you around the next corner 🙂 Wow… yep this is a journey…and although I am not going through the same stuff as you, I’m glad you take us along with you on the ride 🙂 . Good luck!

  20. Susan @ Afford Your Passions

    I would totally buy your house if it was closer to my work, but a commute from there to Fort Worth would be a killer.

    I bet you get a buyer within a week! Good luck!

    How exciting for you to be embarking on this new adventure!!

  21. Susan W.

    Somebody is going to be REALLY LUCKY to own this gorgeous home!!

    Good luck with selling it. I’m already looking forward to seeing what you have in store for your next one!

  23. Marianne in Mo.

    Oh I wish you luck! What an exciting prospect to move closer to family and start the process over again! I know your current place will sell fast, how can it not? Happy times ahead!! ;o)

  28. Becky

    If only we didn’t live in Ontario!!! I’ve enjoyed watching you transform your home and have been inspired countless times by your creatiivty and decor courage. Can’t wait to see what’s next!

  29. Diana

    We sold our house FSBO a couple of years ago too. One thing that was really valuable was getting on the MLS so our house could be on Realtor.com. Something like 90% of sales now start with an online search, so if you haven’t yet, check out listing your house with a FSBO agency that wil allow you to list on realtor.com. We found one here in Ohio and it ost us like, $350.00ish.

    You’ve done such a great job with the house, so hopefully it will sell soon.

      • Peggy in TN

        My husband and I have bought and sold FSBO and truly have not had a hard time EVER. You can get forms through the internet or from a local store. Makes everything easy peasy! Don’t be scared…you can do it!!!!

      • Ellie @ ouroldcolonial.com

        My best advice would be to set deadlines! That was the biggest issue that we had with the sellers! Hopefully it will all turn out smoothly like it did for Peggy in TN! And if you want to take a look at our process jump on over to my newbie blog!

  31. faye

    Good luck. I look forward to seeing the renos on your new home. Your blog has definitely given me lots of ideas and helpful tips for my own renovations.

  32. bdaiss

    Well someone is going to get very lucky with your gorgeous little cottage. I can’t believe you just finished the office and are ready to let it go! I think I’d be living in that room alone until it sells. : ) Best of luck and looking forward to following the next chapter of your adventure!

  34. MimiG

    The commute’s a wit bit much for Birmingham, don’t want to “live” on I65 every day! I think once you get it staged in the awesome Layla/Kevin way, you won’t have any problems. I would think any redos needed would be minor next to what the buyer will receive in value of what you’ve already done.
    Best of luck!

  37. Andrea

    Oh, best of luck for a quick sale! That is very exciting for you, and I can’t wait to see your next home. I know it will be as beautiful as this one (or better, if that’s possible =)

  39. Lila

    Layla, What is the address so interested parties can search when you get the MLS listing done? Thanks and good luck. It is a charmer.

  40. Kala M.

    That is so exciting. I hope you are able to sell quickly and find the perfect new place near Kevin’s family. We are in the process of trying to buy our first home. We just finished signing all the paperwork to accept the bank’s counter offer and now we just need to schedule an inspection. Crossing our fingers that no big problems pop-up.

  43. Julia

    I’ll take it!! (If you can move it to Austin TX) 😉 I’m sure it will sell in no time!! It is such a lovely little home!!

  44. Christie

    I couldn’t believe it when I first read it! But welcome change is good, and you know we will all love to read about the new house and renovations just as much as we loved this house!

  45. Lee

    I live just up the street on Wildwood (and you live across from my great Grandparents homestead) and know several people looking! I’ll pass on your info! Sad to see you go, but praying for a quick, easy sale!

  46. Rebecca

    What? You just finished that perfect guestroom/Kev’s office. On the up side, I have always sold my own houses. The first one, I was on my late twenties, Had no real estate experience and still don’t, professionally that is. I remember someway, somehow, I was led to a title agency. The title agency gave me all the information I needed for myself and prospective buyers. This was days before I had a search engine! I mean, they have to have the proper paperwork at closing. They’re the final stop. And everyone was so helpful, I was so surprised! So call a title agency, have your questions prepared and ask what other things you need to know? Before long, I was advising prospective young buyers on what is what. I had so much confidence because I was so prepared. And if a question came up I didn’t have the answer to, I told them I’d find out, then I’d call the lady I last spoke with at the title company, got my answer and delivered it to my interested party. Never on any of my home was it a struggle. I can actually say I enjoyed the experiences.

    • Kevin

      Sure, Traci! Just drop us a line at TheLetteredCottage (at) gmail (dot) com and we’ll reply to you with all the info! 😀

  48. Emily

    WoW!! I bet your house sells in a day! I’m so excited for you guys, but I bet your feeling a little torn too, I’m sure it will be really hard to leave the home that you have put sooo much love into.
    Good Luck, I’m excited to see where you end up.

  49. Jan

    Oh…I wish I was looking for a house there…I would have to have that cottage. Lucky are the ones that get to have it!

    • Layla

      Well thank you, Jan! We’ve got our first showing tomorrow, so we’ll see what happens! 🙂

  50. Lisa

    Oh I wish you lots of luck!!! Wish I lived nearby. IDE snatch up your home in a sec. Looking forward to your next adventure.