A year-long endeavor by Kandrac & Kole Interior Design this project entailed a complete gut renovation of a lakeside cottage situated on Lake Santeetlah in Robbinsville, North Carolina. The designer and her family finds solace in this retreat, which serves as a tranquil sanctuary away from their bustling Atlanta lives.

Encompassing 2,400 square feet of living space, there are three bedrooms and three bathrooms in this dwelling. The front entrance features a yellow Pella door, board and batten vinyl siding and exposed wood beam details.

Above: The walls in the living room are painted in Pure White SW 7005 and the trim is City Loft SW 7631. The end table is from Uttermost and the lamp is from Currey and Company. The floors are a wood-look luxury vinyl flooring. Grounding this space, the area rug is a Stanton wool rug cut to size.

Above: Farmhouse design decor features shiplap walls. The art cow painting by artist Dawn Raulet is echoed in the patterns of cowhide rugs brought into balance with a simple fireplace design.

With walls rearranged and every area thoughtfully reimagined, the primary focus was to optimize functionality.

What We Love: This lakeside cottage in North Carolina exudes warmth and comfort, thanks to the infusion of shiplap accents, exquisite walnut details, carefully selected vintage furniture, and captivating Indian textiles thoughtfully incorporated by the designer. The finished result is a light-flooded home that is decorated with stylish yet comfortable furnishings that exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere to host family and friends.

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Note: Have a look at a couple of other fabulous home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of North Carolina: Tour a warm and inviting home in North Carolina with inspiring details and A warm and inviting European inspired house in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Above: This trundle bed makes a cozy alcove perfect for napping or reading.

Above: This farmhouse kitchen is anchored by a center island with brass pendant lights. The backsplash features white subway tile with a contrasting grout. The walls have vintage bread board wall hangings, and floating shelves.

Above: This farmhouse-inspiring dining room features shiplap walls, durable yet beautiful luxury vinyl flooring, and a wood farmhouse table lit by a lantern chandelier. The lovely floral dining room window treatments, vintage bar cart and wicker dining chairs add texture and warmth to this bright sunny room.

Above: The vintage bar cart is both functional and beautiful without taking up too much space. It is paired with the whimsy of a variety of mounted antlers.

Above: This barely pink bedroom maximizes sleeping space with two queen beds, vintage blanket trunks, and art in acrylic frames.

Above: This clever use of a small space turns a tiny corner into a vanity with a floating shelf and reclaimed mirror.

Above: This farmhouse bedroom captures the essence of lakeside living with warm woven wood wall decor, a driftwood queen bed, landscape art and a pair of ottomans at the foot of the bed.

Above: This peaceful farmhouse bedroom features a gray upholstered king bed, and monogrammed shams that pair well with vintage art over the bed.

Above: This bathroom optimizes its small size by adding lots of storage under the counter illuminated by bright farmhouse lighting. The shiplap walls and leathered marble countertop bring texture and warmth into the space.

Above: The sitting porch is the ultimate spot to relax and look at the lake, with two lounge chairs, custom outdoor art, artwork made from reclaimed wood and a black and white outdoor rug.

Above: A pair of bright and cheery pink Adirondack chairs grace this expansive deck. They are the perfect dock furniture and are simple to store away in bad weather, Outdoor pillows, beach towels, and totes are both practical and beautiful.

PHOTOGRAPHER Lauren Rubinstein Photography