I wonder what sort of a “cottage” you are looking at Mungo?
Me too, having his “Killaleigh Castle” bargain in mind.
Hmmm, I guess it would be nice to trade some of this boring good weather for the benefit of a nearby pub…
Though really, the purpose of a cottage is to get away from it all.
How about this place. Nice sea view.
https://www.knightfrank.co.uk/properties/residential/for-sal…
Jim
My wife and I just finished a 4 week hike during the day and pub at 5 trip. We stayed with waterfront views in Weymouth and Falmouth while trekking the coastal path and a couple days on the moors near Okehampton. Ahh…those waterfront views!
I tried to buy a place in the south of France in 2008. I watched the savings shrink away during the financial meltdown and went home with my tail between my legs. I took what was left and bought BRK at 78k. I’ve rented here ever since while my uncle Warren took care of my savings.
Picking the few exceptions is a mug’s game, beyond sticking with generalities.
From my personal experience, it can be done once in about a hundred years 
How about this place. Nice sea view.
Nah, too much yard work.
IP