On Il de Re so much of the beauty of village houses is to be found in the detail. This can be discovered when strolling the enticing, winding side streets.
Look up and you will see exquisite lanterns
... complemented by roses climbing up walls
... and scrambling over ancient pantile roofs
Windows bursting with flowers
Doors that express their owners occupation or passion
Or a weathered patiner that has taken centuries to unfold
Pretty window dressing that reflects the islands mode of transport - boats
... and bicycles
And then of course it wouldn't be France without beautiful shutters
La belle France. The beauty is in the detail.
Oh wow, you basically just photographed the details of my dream house. Intricate lanterns, window boxes, shutters...love the photos! Great blog, am a new follower.
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Welcome Marlee. I see from your blog that you have wanderlust. I hope you have rural France on your wish list x
ReplyDeleteive on;y ever been to Paris with my parents when i was 16. I really want to go and visit places like this, those houses are just perfect :)
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ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful photos, the lanterns are outstanding and you really get the feel of the place and age. Thank you for the tour.
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by, it's always nice to here from you.
Love the photos. Thanks for stopping by. I am following you now, would love you to stop back by and follow.
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The French have such wonderful taste.. so enjoying your posts on this little island :) x
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