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In other words, calling a multi-million pound property a “cottage” would rankle an American ear. I don't think so. There's tons of multi-million-dollar lakefro
by chongli 3y ago
In other words, calling a multi-million pound property a “cottage” would rankle an American ear.
I don't think so. There's tons of multi-million-dollar lakefront properties all over North America. People generally refer to these as cottages since they're:
1. seasonal
2. not the primary residence
3. often located near a body of water and/or away from big cities
4. intended for vacations with families and friends (or short-term rental for the same purpose)
- mannykannot 3y agoIndeed... This usage reaches across the pond - check out how the Vanderbilts used the term here: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/guide-to-vanderbilt-family-homes https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/guide-to-vanderbil... Le Carré's cottage is a splendid place, but it's not the Breakers.