Designing the bathroom at Stamping Cottage was all about making a tiny space feel full of character. It may be small, but it had to hold its own alongside the bedroom and entrance hall—and now it’s finished, I think it does just that.
I fell in love with these beautiful cottage floor tiles and knew they’d be perfect for this space as soon as I saw them. They became the jumping off point for all the colours and details. I used them in the entrance hall and then carried them through into the tiny bathroom. Using the same tiles makes the floor space feel larger.
Once I’d selected them, the whole palette shifted slightly from my original design board where I had thought I would use more green. (Here’s what the original design board looked like.)
The end result is a mix of coastal blue-greys, soft whites, browny taupes and warmer tones which feel classic, fresh and timeless.
The striped tiles in the shower add height and a playful coastal nod, while the wall-hung basin and WC keep things feeling open. I layered in a few traditional details—like polished nickel taps and a shiplapped ceiling—to balance the modern layout with a classic English cottage feel.
I wanted to layer some soul into this tiny space, so I added some antique brass details with the shell hooks and the toilet roll holder, and texture with a vintage rattan mirror.
It’s proof that even the tiniest bathroom can feel like a little boutique retreat! See below for the design board with our final selections and all the links to our choices. You can have a look at the bedroom at Stamping Cottage here.
modern cottage bathroom ideas board
modern cottage bathroom design – all the links!
Oval Striped Mirror
I used a vintage rattan mirror and have looked and looked but can’t find anything similar! Here’s an alternative I love instead: Oval Pearl Mirror in pale blue
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If you’re dreaming of your own modern cottage interior bathroom, I hope this space has given you some inspiration! And if you’d like to experience it for yourself, Stamping Cottage is available for holiday lets.
This one-bedroom boutique suite within a big Edwardian country house is the perfect place for a cosy getaway, with interiors designed to be both beautiful and inviting. We are about halfway between St Ives and Penzance in West Cornwall. Stamping Cottage sleeps 2 and is dog-friendly.
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