You might know that summer houses can give a little boost to your property value. But did you know that they can also enrich your life in surprising ways? Throughout history people in many different cultures have enjoyed the benefits of summer houses. Ancient Romans would retreat from the politics and summer heat of the cities into their villa rustica’s (farmhouses or countryside villas).
The top of the samurai class in Japan enjoyed the zen of tea ceremonies in their besso’s . In the UK the more wealthy city folk started to set up their garden houses by the mid-18th century, which before that were usually only found on castle grounds and country estates. Summer houses have always been used as spaces where people can escape from their busy everyday lives.
Whether it’s a lakeside retreat or a backyard haven, a summerhouse can open up fascinating new dimensions in your life. Enhanced personal growth A summerhouse can easily become a hub for personal growth. We’re often set in our ways as we go about our daily lives and a familiar home environment reinforces our old habits.
Summerhouses on the other hand can become a fresh backdrop for new ideas, identities and novel practices. Why not set up a no-tech zone? Detox from the noise of the digital world, try journaling or meditation and spend time on trying new things you’ve been putting off. If by any chance you’re thinking of joining the ranks of a growing number of cold plunge enthusiasts, a summer house with a verand.
