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Welcome to the Cottage.

The Tiny Canal Cottage is a resource for helping folks mindfully conceptualize, decorate and enjoy versatile + smaller home spaces. Founded by designer, consultant, stylist, creative director and author, Whitney Leigh Morris, this family-owned small business recently finished the construction of a new, compact cottage and greenhouse-office in the southeastern US, and are also restoring a little 1800s French farmhouse and its outbuildings with co-stewards. Morris’ focus is crafting flexible, sustainable, and more community-focused home spaces. Explore Whitney’s book, blog, and social channels for years of tips and tales from living and working in — and with — a smaller footprint.

Buying a Property Abroad: Finding the House, a Realtor & a Notaire

Buying a Property Abroad: Finding the House, a Realtor & a Notaire

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For years I’ve known the exact place in France in which I wanted to live. As such, I simply ran web searches for homes and land for sale within a given set of miles surrounding that town. I searched patiently for about two years before taking action.

In addition to seeking listings online, I also connected with the local Mairie (mayor’s office) to inquire about lots that might be introduced to the market in the near future, and/or properties that were still unlisted. 

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Women Supporting Women

Women Supporting Women

A Summer in Limbo

A Summer in Limbo