Beachside Bliss.

The small dated home was on a block of land adjacent to one of the couple’s businesses, a pre-school, which their original plan was to convert the house into additional space for the pre-school and expand the outdoor area for the children to play in. So the couple started work on the house but their plans changed when they realised it would actually be an ideal home for them.

“As the renovation progressed, our affection for the property deepened”. explains Debbie.

“Recognising it’s single level layout and accessibility, we decided to make this our home for retirement. We love to travel and wanted a low maintenance home that would suit us in the later years of life.”

Covid lockdowns meant the couple had the opportunity to throw themselves into renovating and extending their home. “Despite the challenges of Covid, the renovation progressed rapidly. We poured our hearts and resources into creating a welcoming haven,” remembers Debbie.

Inspired by the elegance of Hamptons-style cottages, Debbie and Ashley enlisted the help of dollar curtains + blinds Batemans Bay store to elevate their new home, both on a practical and aesthetic front.

Finally, the couple installed automated Zipscreen Awnings with Channel Guide in colour Blackstone to enclose the spacious deck for year round usability.

“The Awnings not only protect us from insects and unpredictable weather but also enhance privacy, particularly around the spa area,” says Debbie.