Hello, hello! Welcome to the Summer Showcase of Homes. I’m so excited to have you all over for my house tour along with the 25 other fabulous bloggers participating.
Let’s get this show on the road – come on in! You may want to start on the lake side which is the best part of our house – don’t worry about the sand I swear my kids have dragged half the sandbox in here already :)
We live on an inland lake here in Michigan and were blessed to build our house here in 2010. It’s still a work in progress much to the Mr.’s dismay and you never know what will be rearranged/repainted/re-purposed on any given day.
This is the (never before seen on the blog!) lake side of the house. We have big plans to add a pergola on the back for some shade in the future.
Most people come in thru this door, because we are always out here splashing in the lake with our kids. So I’ll bring you this way too, straight into the mudroom – which is normally complete chaos.
Off the mudroom is this cute little (never before seen) half bath. I’m working on some finishing touches in here and I’ll be sharing it all on the blog soon.
We can also take a swing thru the laundry room, which NEVER looks this clean, I can’t actually see the floor in this room in real life at the moment – so feel special that I spiffied up in here for you all.
Let’s head to our main living space which is pretty much one big room with our kitchen, dining area and living room. We wanted to keep this open so we could all hang out together when I’m cooking, the Mr. is working on his computer or the kids are chasing the dog around the couch.
I inherited a couple of hand me down chairs from my mom a few weeks ago so they are making their blog debut today too. This room is so cozy especially in winter. I especially love all my built in bookcases for storing my vintage finds.
The kitchen is one of my favorite spots since we all tend to hang out in here…
Especially our dog Buddy (he loves to photo bomb!) who is always hunting for crumbs.
Let’s run upstairs and check out the bedrooms.
It’s under construction at the moment but here are a few sneak peaks of my new DIY upholstered bed. Stay tuned for more changes in here.
In the meantime we can just enjoy the view!
My absolute FAVORITE spot in the whole house, is my bathroom. It’s so calm in here, it’s definitely my place to restore my sanity after a long day with the kiddos.
Relaxed yet?
You are now entering the kid land section of the tour, beware of stepping on stray legos! Everything in here was designed around our 5 year old daughter and 2 year old son and they love to play in these spaces.
First up the playroom – which never, ever looks this clean, if you open those big toy closets you will be buried under an avalanche of barbies and matchbox cars…
This hallway leads down to the kids rooms – anyone need a ski ride?
Our cozy reading nook.
My daughter’s new big girl room, we had so much fun designing this colorful room together.
My son’s nursery just got a nautical big boy makeover too which he loves.
And since we are in the midst of potty training I’ll show you our kids bath too!
Well I think you have seen it all, should we head back outside for some s’mores??
Thanks so much for stopping by, don’t forget to stop at the rest of the houses along the tour – just click on the links below!
Monday 7/22
Atta Girl Says~The Happier Homemaker~Rain on a Tin Roof~Better With Age~Top This Top That
Tuesday 7/23
Mom 4 Real~Cedar Hill Ranch~Practically Functional~While Wearing Heels~French Country Cottage
Wednesday 7/24
The Lily Pad Cottage~Marty’s Musings~Confessions of a Plate Addict~Town and Country Living~Adventures in Decorating
Thursday 7/25
Good Life of Design~A Stroll Thru Life~Worthing Court~Back Porch Musings~The Rustic Pig
Friday 7/26
Our Southern Home~Stone Gable~The Everyday Home~Recreate and Decorate~Sophia’s~Vignette Design
mishelle says
July 24, 2013 at 5:38 amWarm and cozy house. Just like a beach house i can dream about!:)
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:17 pmThanks Mishelle, beach house is just what I’m going for!
Amanda says
November 26, 2018 at 4:24 amWhere did you purchase the dining room table and chairs?
Kelly says
November 28, 2018 at 12:41 pmThe dining table is from art can the chairs are from Wayfair you can find them on the shop our home page – thanks!
Anne Boykin says
July 24, 2013 at 7:41 amHi Kelly, Thank you for sharing your beautiful, gorgeous, stunning, fantastic home with us!
Kim says
July 24, 2013 at 11:42 amKelly, so fun seeing your home again all in one post. It is truly magazine worthy!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:17 pmThanks so much Kim!!
Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says
July 24, 2013 at 12:01 pmYour home is so pretty. How lucky to live on a lake! Love your daughter’s room. I’m sharing it with my daughter because I think my granddaughter would love a room like this one! Thanks for the tour. It’s all just lovely.
Debra @ Msmoozysopenhouse says
July 24, 2013 at 12:43 pmLove your home, it is so beautiful and relaxing. :-) Love the views being on the water! Thanks so much for sharing with us. :-)
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:18 pmYou are so welcome, thanks for stopping!
Leena Lanteigne says
July 24, 2013 at 12:59 pmAbsolutely stunning inside and out! I’m a water nut so this really appeals to me! Gorgeous! Hugs, Leena
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:39 pmThanks Leena, I’m a water nut too!
Pat@Back Porch Musings says
July 24, 2013 at 1:02 pmI love it! Absolutely beautiful. Thanks so much for the tour.
Nancy says
July 24, 2013 at 1:24 pmYour home is gorgeous. And right on a lake?!?!?! Oh my, that’s heaven! Thank you for the tour!
Diana says
July 24, 2013 at 1:49 pmEverything is beautiful and inviting. All of your creativity shows in the wonderful things you have added to make it so cozy and wonderful.
Diana
Recreate and Decorate says
July 24, 2013 at 2:17 pmohhh I am jealous! I would love to live on a lake. Your home is beautiful and fits the style very well! You did an awesome job!
Cynthia says
July 24, 2013 at 2:17 pmI love your home and what a beautiful retreat you made for yourself with your bath. You made such great spaces for the kids too. Enjoyed the tour very much. Almost forgot, spectacular views!
Cynthia
Anna @ A Good Home says
July 24, 2013 at 2:17 pmYour house is totally fabulous. Totally my colors, and I love all your vintage touches.
Can we be bff’s at Haven please? I, too, have a 5 yr old daughter (we were commiserating over Kindergarten a couple days ago on IG) who happens to be named Lily, and a 2 yr old son! Oh, and I grew up in Michigan!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:40 pmCan’t wait to meet you at Haven Anna!
Shana says
July 24, 2013 at 2:23 pmWow! What a stunning view! Your house is gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing :)
GinaE says
July 24, 2013 at 2:50 pmYour home is so lovely. My favorite on this tour so far!! If I lived there, I would never want to leave for any reason.
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:38 pmI try not to leave too much Gina, except for those good ole Michigan winters, then I’m ready to get out LOL
KATHYSUE says
July 24, 2013 at 2:50 pmHi Kelly,
Your home is magazine-worthy. I honestly don’t know where to begin. The setting is AMAZING, the color scheme the well edited rooms with vintage finds, the casual, comfortable style. All of it is done impeccably and your style and personality come through loud and clear. Beautiful home, great home tour,
Kathysue
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:37 pmThanks Kathy Sue, so glad you stopped by!
Claire @ The Rustic Pig says
July 24, 2013 at 2:51 pmSeriously girl! Your home is a model home! It seriously looks like it belongs in a magazine. That’s it… I’m not doing mine now! :)
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:37 pmoh whatever silly girl, I want to move right into your office! Loved your tour!
Delores @vignettedesign says
July 24, 2013 at 3:03 pmYour home is fantastic Kelly! I absolutely adore your kitchen–open shelving and subway tile looks so fabulous. Love everything about your home. It should be in a magazine! Seriously! I’m showing it to someone I know…..~Delores
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:36 pmThanks so much Delores, that would be a dream come true :)
Jenna says
July 24, 2013 at 3:29 pmWOW! Your home is beautiful! I love the exterior and the kitchen! And those cane back chairs are beautiful! Pinning! Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof
Patty says
July 24, 2013 at 4:31 pmYour lake home is absolutely lovely. I would love to live on the water. I love all the details in your home, so many things to take in. I really like those two cane chairs and the two ceiling lights above the table.
Thanks, Patty
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:35 pmThanks Patty, I love my cane chairs, I inherited them from my Grandma so they have special meaning to me too!
Elizabeth@ Blue Clear Sky says
July 24, 2013 at 4:34 pmYour home is gorgeous! You are fortunate to have such a lovely location too. It would be hard to pick a favourite room and I love how the colours flow from space to space. Thanks for sharing! I am inspired to work on a few more projects here now.
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:35 pmGlad I could inspire you, thanks Elizabeth!
Chelsea @ Making Home Base says
July 24, 2013 at 4:47 pmI never get tired of seeing your house, Kelly. So beautiful! When can I come visit?? ;)
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:34 pmAnytime friend!!
Amy @ Statements By Amy says
July 24, 2013 at 5:45 pmLove your house! So picture perfect!! Love your kitchen, master bath and kids rooms! I am trying to work on a play area for our boys and it is driving me crazy trying to get it just the way I want it!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:34 pmIt took me a while to figure the playroom out too, and I’m still changing it around – stay tuned!
Gee says
July 24, 2013 at 5:51 pmSo fresh and luvly. Lucky you having a home right on a lake… Thanks for having me.
Hugs, Gee
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:34 pmThanks for stopping Gee!
Yvonne @ StoneGable says
July 24, 2013 at 5:58 pmKelly, I have always wanted to have a home near water… not necessarily to be in the water, but to decorate it in soft blues lots of white and wonderful nautical themes. Actually, jusy like your BEAUTIFUL home!!!! What a lovely sanctuary!
LOVE it! Thanks for all the inspiration!
Sarah says
July 24, 2013 at 6:23 pmThe Lilypad Cottage is CHARMING! How special to live in this beautiful lakeside location in this great house. You’ve obviously made this house into a perfect home for your family. I think your kitchen is great with all those tall cupboards and the view from your dining room is incredible. I’d never want to venture far. Some of my favorites that popped into view immediately: the aqua birdcage, the alphabet wall, the signs above your daughter’s bed, and (big sigh here) your soaking tub with the FABULOUS view.
Guess you figured out I enjoyed the tour. ‘-)
Thanks for having us! ~ Sarah
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:33 pmSo glad you enjoyed it Sarah :)
Barb @ The Everyday Home says
July 24, 2013 at 6:33 pmI loved EVERY single room. One room was as great as the next and the next and the next. To start with, what an absolutely spectacular place to call home. It is my ultimate dream to live on the water, and a lake is top of the list. Your home is so charming, and I couldn’t take in all of the personal details fast enough. I just devoured each pic. Thank you so much for joining in on the Summer Showcase of Homes. I am super glad I found your blog!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:32 pmThanks Barb I was so glad to be included on the tour with all you amazing ladies!
Becca says
July 24, 2013 at 6:38 pmI always enjoy seeing your beautiful home! Love the new chairs you inherited from your Mom … your playroom is still one of my absolute favorites, and I can see why your kitchen is your favorite space. Buddy is precious, too!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:32 pmThanks so much Becca, I LOVE your home too!
Amy of While Wearing Heels says
July 24, 2013 at 6:40 pmI feel like, unbeknownst to me, I have already visited your house…thanks to pinterest :). I swear I’ve seen some of your rooms have gone viral. It’s so nice to be invited over to a celebrities house :). You have a beautiful home.
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:31 pmha ha you are too funny! Yes my daughters room went a little crazy on pinterest, glad you stopped for the full tour :)
Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage says
July 24, 2013 at 7:23 pmI’m in love? Hope that conveys it all. Enchanting from top to bottom. Adore your lake house and everything in it!!!!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:31 pmha thanks Shannon!!
Carol says
July 24, 2013 at 7:33 pmSo far your home is my favorite. Great decor and beautiful views. I love the alphabet so the wall in the playroom was a big hit with me.
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:30 pmThanks Carol, the playroom is one of my favorite hang outs :)
laurie says
July 24, 2013 at 7:44 pmOh, is there room for me to move in with you? What a wonderful place to live. As if the views to the water aren’t enough, your décor inside is wonderful too. I love that giant aviary (I think that’s what it is) on the gate leg table in your family room. I could live in your master bath – what a spectacular view. I think you can tell, I enjoyed your home tour. laurie
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:29 pmThanks Laurie, I’ll have the guest room ready and waiting LOL!
Liz Marie @ Lizmarieblog.com says
July 24, 2013 at 8:05 pmYour house is beautiful!!!!!!!!! I’m in love! Great tour friend!!!! xx Liz Marie
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:27 pmThanks Liz!! Can’t wait to see what you do with your new MI house!
dewena callis says
July 24, 2013 at 8:58 pmThat first picture is stunning. Thank you for it and the tour. I bet you never get tired of the view from your bedroom and bathroom. I could list my other favorites but it would include every room; the kids rooms are darling!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:27 pmThanks Dewena, nope I can definitely say I never tire of the view!
Louise says
July 24, 2013 at 9:35 pmBeautifully done, Kelly! Enjoyed the tour and your creativity displayed through out your home! Your home is magazine worthy! :)
Susan says
July 24, 2013 at 10:50 pmOh, you appear to be living my dream, location wise! You are such a creative and talented decorator! Your blog is really inspiring and well done!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:25 pmThanks so much Susan for visiting :)
Kay Nyman says
July 24, 2013 at 10:51 pmYour house is just so gorgeous! I love the playroom, and your bathroom looks like such a great place to unwind with that lovely tub right in front of the window. I also adore your mason jar light fixtures! Absolutely beautiful, thanks for sharing!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:24 pmThanks Kay, I love those light fixtures too I got them from Pottery Barn.
Marty Walden says
July 24, 2013 at 11:20 pmOkay, Kelly. Can I move in? Your home is beautiful and I can just feel the warmth of the sun on my face in your lake pictures. What a blessed place to call home. You have a wonderful style and vision and I’m so inspired! Thank you for joining us for our home tour!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:24 pmSo glad to be included in the tour with you Marty!
Anita says
July 25, 2013 at 12:13 amSeriously that view is stunning. I love all of the fresh and inviting touches in your home. I am thinking we may have the same table. I got a round drop leaf table from Wisteria, and yours looks a lot like mine. Your home looks so inviting. Love, love the tub!!!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:23 pmHey Anita, I actually got the table at a fun little local store near my house, it was broken so I got it half off whoo hoo!
Courtney says
July 25, 2013 at 12:52 amAbsolutely LOVE your house! Perfect setting ~ perfect decor~ love it!!
Jennifer@The Chronicles of Home says
July 25, 2013 at 1:05 amLove your house, Kelly. Fun to take the full stalker tour :)
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:22 pmStalk away my friend :)
Confessions of a Plate Addict says
July 25, 2013 at 1:15 amI love your home…so pretty! I would never leave that tub with that view! My fav…your plate display! :-)…hugs…Debbie
Carol says
July 25, 2013 at 2:10 amJust gorgeous. Where did you get your green cage on the sofa table?
Angela says
July 25, 2013 at 2:30 amYour home is absolutely dreamy! Everything a lakehouse should be! Perfect from top to bottom! Thank you for sharing!~~Angela
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:22 pmThanks Angela :)
Helen says
July 25, 2013 at 2:37 amHi Kelly, you home really looks terrific and like a home should! Love the touches that say “love lives here” and outdoors there’s that wonderful water.
Thanks,
Helen
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:22 pmThank you Helen, so glad my home comes across that way – what a great compliment!
Kathy Gonce says
July 25, 2013 at 6:10 amLove the blue paint color in the dining room. What color is it? Really want it!
Thanks…Kathy
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:21 pmSantorini Blue by Benjamin Moore, thanks!
Terry says
July 25, 2013 at 12:25 pmYour home is so full of personality and is just dripping with charm. This is my dream home on the lake and you are living one of my dreams…enjoy it!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:20 pmThanks so much Terry, we feel so blessed to live here :)
Michele/Finch Rest says
July 25, 2013 at 12:45 pmOh Kelly!
This is my very first visit to your awesome blog – and AMAZING HOME!
I absolutely love your style – how perfect for a lake home! Your view is priceless, just wow!
You have created magazine worthy charming awesomeness – and your tour has been a real eye treat.
I grew up on Lake Erie and had a lake view from my bedroom…and I am now in mid land-locked Columbus, and miss the water sometimes so much I cry. Silly, been here over 20 years and love it, but when someone is used to watching the sun go down into water, well, it never quite leaves us, does it?
LOVE your home and lake cottage style, you have perfect design sense and I am definately going to follow you and catch up from old/older posts. Very nice meeting, you, ma’am!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:20 pmThanks so much Michele, your comments totally made my day! We live in IA for 5 years so I know what you mean about feeling land locked after growing up in MI. Thanks so much for following!
Jenn says
July 25, 2013 at 2:01 pmI know I’ve said it before, but your house is just gorgeous Kelly! Our dream is to live on a lake one day and your dock and view from your home is spectacular! Hope you are having a wonderful summer! Shared on Facebook.
Jenn :)
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:16 pmThanks for sharing Jenn! Hope you all are having a great summer too!
Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says
July 25, 2013 at 2:04 pmOk – that settles it – I’m coming over for cocktails and s’mores!
Love your little photo bomber too – and the skis!
Kelly
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:15 pmDeal! You bring your margaritas, or sangria or both!
Nancy says
July 25, 2013 at 4:52 pmWOW!!!! Loved your home….I could move right in as there wasn’t one single thing that I didn’t love…thanks for sharing!!!!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:15 pmThanks Nancy, you are too sweet!
cassie says
July 25, 2013 at 7:50 pmyour home is one of my all time favorites- just so beautiful and personal!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:14 pmThanks so much Cassie :)
Tenneil says
July 26, 2013 at 12:10 amL-O-ve it!! Each room has its own personality yet the whole house flows together. Thanks for letting us stop by.
My favorite is the alphabet wall but that’s probably the teacher in me ;)
Where did you find the “r”???
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:13 pmThanks! Glad my alphabet wall is teacher approved :) I found the R at an antique flea market, that I love to visit.
Lisa says
July 26, 2013 at 12:39 amKelly, your home is so beautiful! I love how light, airy and NEW it is! And of course the view doesn’t hurt either! What a wonderful place to raise a family. Thanks for sharing!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:11 pmMy kids do love it here on the lake, thanks Lisa!
Melissa says
July 26, 2013 at 1:26 amGorgeous!
Luci@BungalowAtHome says
July 26, 2013 at 4:02 amYour home is stunning Kelly! I really enjoyed the full tour! Thanks for sharing it with us!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:11 pmThanks for checking it out Luci :)
Laura @ The Turquoise Home says
July 26, 2013 at 4:11 amOh.My.Word. I love every square inch of your home. Love it!
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:11 pmThanks Laura :)
Mel O says
July 27, 2013 at 1:32 amWow, Wow, Wow!! Thanks for sharing!
FABBY says
July 27, 2013 at 3:18 pmYour home is beautiful and serene. I’m sure walking inside it.. after a day in the outside world, must be like walking into an oasis of calm and beauty. I love all your gorgeous kitchen, specially! Thank you for the great tour! Big hugs,
FABBY
Kelly says
July 28, 2013 at 7:09 pmThanks Fabby, you are so right, it’s our little haven :)
Trish @ Uncommon says
July 30, 2013 at 12:31 pmKelly,
Your home is just insanely beautiful. It is so serene and welcoming at the same time. Thanks for letting us take a peek!
Take care,
Trish
Ashley says
July 31, 2013 at 12:56 amLove your home! Saw it on a pin on pinterest! Everything is adorable! Where did you find the table and chairs?
Sarah McKenna says
July 31, 2013 at 3:44 amYou house is PERFECTION!! Please come decorate mine!!!
andrea cammarata says
July 31, 2013 at 11:26 pmSimply GORGEOUS!!!!! I never thought that it could top your first home…but I was wrong…what a symphony of beauty! You really out did yourselves! It is AMAZING!!!!!!! hugs and congrats and keep splashing! : )
Mary says
August 1, 2013 at 12:21 amI absolutely love your home. It looks so comfortable and cozy! Can you share what the blue color is in your dining area?
capturing joy with kristen duke says
August 5, 2013 at 12:39 amLOVE your home tour! I’m so sad we didn’t get to chat more, I was looking forward to it, and I only saw you that ONE time we exchanged cards!
Marcia says
September 19, 2013 at 8:09 pmSo pretty! I`d like to view the plans…
Eva Baker says
May 15, 2014 at 7:42 pmYour house is gorgeous! You are a talented interior designer!! My husband and I are going to be building a house soon and we have been in the process of trying to find a house plan. Do you have the house plan/floor layouts of your house that you are willing to share? Did you draw up your own house plans?
Thank you!
Kelly says
May 21, 2014 at 1:16 amHey Eva, we had an architect draw them up for us, but they are really actually kind of wonky bc we have a weird triangular lot. We definitely had to work with what we had!
christa says
August 4, 2014 at 1:28 amBeautiful home! My family is actually in the process of moving back to Michigan which we are very excited about (: I was wondering where you got your dining table set? That is exactly what I am looking for in our new home. Just wondering if/where you purchased it or if you made it? Thanks!
Chanelle Anglesey says
September 1, 2014 at 1:07 amI love your home! Do you happen to know what color is in your living room? It is beautiful!
Kelly says
September 3, 2014 at 12:46 pmHey Chanelle, you can find all my paint colors here https://www.thelilypadcottage.com/2014/01/paint-colors.html although I just repainted my living room Brittany Blue so if you are looking at the most recent photos – that would be the color :)
Megan says
September 13, 2014 at 10:09 amHi! Where is your couch from? Thanks!
Kelly says
September 14, 2014 at 7:09 pmHey Megan, got it about 7 years ago from a random clearance sale, there aren’t even any tags or name brands on it to give you a lead, sorry!
Alla a says
February 8, 2019 at 10:28 pmHi there! Your house is beautiful! What color is in your dining room? I’m looking for that color to do in my dining room also. Thanks!
Kelly says
February 11, 2019 at 1:53 pmIt’s Brittany Blue – thanks!