Decorating House Tour Travel

autumn at a vermont farmhouse

October 21, 2018
Vermont workshop barn

Living in Santa Barbara, our autumn changes are subtle. Different plants are blooming and occasionally we get a cool fall like day.  But nothing compares to the drama of leaf season in New England…Vermont to be specific.  I’m fortunate enough to have my parent’s sublime farmhouse to visit.  This is quintessential New England complete with warm cider donuts, the scent of fireplaces burning, and of course the color of those glorious leaves!

My first day was spent antiquing and looking for a few treasures for a favorite client.  The perfect start to the day was a stop at the Equinox Valley Nursery for warm cider donuts and hot mulled cider.

Equinox Valley Nursery
Equinox Valley Nursery

After a successful day of treasure hunting, I was more than happy to return to my parent’s warm and cozy home.

Vermont Farmhouse great room
The best seat in the house with views for days…


Nature is always putting on a show through the large glass doors in the great room.

Vermont Sunrise
From sunrises…
Vermont Rainbow
…to rainbows
Vermont Farmhouse Great Room
Music is always playing and there are shelves of books to choose from.
Vermont Farmhouse dining
My mom shares my love of simple autumn decor with white pumpkins!
Vermont country kitchen
The pumpkin sign comes out every fall…
Vermont Farmhouse Vignette
The kitchen nook is a favorite spot to sip tea and gaze at the blowing leaves.

There are always little tweaks when I visit.  Adding this simple black and white photo made such a difference in this space below.

Modern Vermont Farmhouse
A quiet corner…

My mom fell in love with a large folk art sheep she bought for $5 at a tag sale.  Not sure where to put him, he was left hanging in the garage.  We walked around the house with it until I found the perfect spot!

Folk art Sheep
Are you looking at me?
Vermont Farmhouse Entry
I love how he seems to be peeking out to the entry hall.
Vermont front porch
The simple farmhouse porch

No autumn visit would be complete without a few must see places.  The Vermont Country Store has everything imaginable from a cheese shop to penny candy and thousands of other items. 

The Vermont Country Store
Love the display at The Vermont Country Store!
Dorset Union Store
I love the Dorset Union store!
The Dorset Inn
Dinner in the bar of the Dorset Inn is cozy and delicious!
Vermont Farmhouse Master bedroom
Wouldn’t anybody love to end the day in this room?

My visit went way too quickly but I have new memories and a few of those pretty leaves to take back with me to California!

Modern Vermont Farmhouse views
For more Vermont photos see my previous post, leaf season

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  • Cindy Hattersley October 21, 2018 at 5:43 pm

    Loved this post and love Vermont. I am so happy to have found your beautiful blog via Instagram!!

    • Elizabeth Burns October 22, 2018 at 12:46 am

      Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. Vermont truly is a beautiful part of our country! 🙂