It was whirlwind 12 days from first setting eyes on Snowberry to the close of escrow.
Then things slowed down.
The sellers negotiated a 60-day rent back period. Read about our purchase of Snowberry here.
We made good use of the time and got to work with our architect reimagining the floor plan.
Snowberry is a 2500 sqft, 3 bedroom, 2 bath house. Built in 1951, it has been through at least two prior additions / renovations.
Snowberry’s Original Floor Plan
Ta da … Snowberry Cottage Before
Living Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Great Room
Hallway leading to bedrooms.
Guest Rooms & Bath
Master Suite
Back Patio
Our renovation wish list included the addition of a powder room and expansion of the master bathroom and closet.
For many reasons, mostly around a significantly more challenging (read long and costly) permit approval process, both these ideas were abandoned. At the end of the day, we decided to work within Snowberry’s existing footprint.
Snowberry’s New Floor Plan
With our architectural plans complete and building permit in hand the Snowberry Renovation is ready to roll.
Up next … Demo Day!
Good job honey!
xoxo
Well should I say it’s about time? Glad to see the blog is launched. Best wishes from your PNW buddy.
Karen! Thank you so much … yes, it’a about time I put my money where my mouth is. Thank you for being here and for being my PNW bud! xo
Hi Juliet!
I’m here! Looking forward to reading about all the details. Congratulations on the launch of your blog!
XO Heidi
Hello Heidi! Thank you, thank you … I so appreciate you being here! xo
Congratulations on your new blog! Looking forward to seeing your renovation unfold!
Thank you! It’s great to have you along for the journey! xo
Snowberry has so much charm and character! What a find! Love watching you renovate and bring your dreams to reality. Congrats on the launch of the blog ❤️
Thank you, Ashley! Your blog has given me a ton of inspiration during our renovation process. xo
Congrats Juliet on taking the plunge! Good Luck and have fun!
Thanks, Cindy. I appreciate the support, I’ve learned so much from your blog.
Congratulations on the blog! So happy for you and can’t wait to read and enjoy all your posts!
Thank, Jane! You’re a good friend.
So excited to see the launch of your blog! Congratulations!
Shelley
OKAY!
I didnot get the EMAIL NOTIFICATION for this POST!!!!!!
Have you got that WorKING?
I feel like I HAD THE SAME TOUR MONTHS MAYBE EVEN A YEAR AGO!!!!
HOW LONG AGO DID YOU PURCHASE SNOWBERRY?
XX
Oh no, I need to double check the mail function is working. Thanks for mentioning. I’m on it! xo
Hello Juliet! Congratulations on the launch of your blog! May I ask, where did the name Snowberry originate from? My home is located in a warm interior valley, so I enjoyed the seeing the cool green moss on the bricks of your patio! I will look forward to seeing how you transform your ocean cottage over the coming months.
Hello … and thanks for joining along in my renovation journey. I wish I could tell you a brilliant story about how the name Snowberry came to be. There was no creativity involved, its simply the name of the area where I live. I’m so happy you like and appreciate brick … because we’re embracing it. Although in the winter that pretty moss can be a little slippery. I look forward hearing your thoughts and comments along the way! xo