This is the incredible HGTVdream house. I almost gasped when I saw it... on Melissa's fabulous blog- The Inspired Room... it reminded me so much of my grandma's farmhouse in Russellville, Kentucky.
Then the similarities continued... a wrap around porch. I could picture inside as I looked at the dream home's windows. I recalled photos taken in front of the house and my adventures catching fireflies and playing with kittens on the back stoop. I pictured my mom in her majorette uniform circa '47....
Montgomery Farmhouse, Russellville, KY
This is photo of my grandmother's house. She doesn't look quite as majestic as the dream home. But to me she is ever so beautiful. We used to pack up every summer and leave LAX headed to Nashville then drive north. Coming up the long drive, crossing the cattle gap, then bridge over the creek, then she appeared. She was so different from the California ranch homes I was used to. She was beautiful. Full of a lifetime of memories + then some. She was around pre-indoor plumbing.... lived through the depression.... and then lost her lustrous life to a fire a few years back.
So you can imagine my gasp + smile when I saw that the HGTV dream home. It was if the ol' girl up + moved to California and had a lil' work done.
Side by side views... notice the window details. Oh how I wish I had
more photos on hand...
I can imagine your shock when seeing the HGTV Dream House. I totally see the similiarities. I would guess you did a gasp & aaaww when seeing it. Sounds like it brought back a lot of great memories.
Posted by: Kim Oser, Certified Professional Organizer® | January 15, 2009 at 07:39 PM
Wow, a big gasp! It totally looks like your grandma's house! It must be a classic! I ADORE that house. Love it. How cool that the Dream House brought back so many lovely memories! Thanks for the mention :-)
xo
Posted by: melissa @ the inspired room | January 15, 2009 at 08:48 PM
This looks like your grandmothers house and my house! I swear, I just bought a house through a company called Taylor Morrison (learn more about them on their website - http://dreambig.taylormorrison.com/?utm_source=bc - and enter to win a dream vacation while you’re there) and I told them that I was looking for an old farmhouse and they found one that looked much like this one – this is too strange.
Posted by: Margot Neil | January 16, 2009 at 08:01 AM
Oh my gosh... how fabulous is that house! And even better when you have beautiful memories it. :)
Posted by: Brandie, The Home Office Organizer | January 16, 2009 at 02:42 PM
What has happened to home design? Why do we rarely see these beautiful lines and in new homes - money of course. My mother's home is in a neighborhood designed by a woman with a love for designs that make us feel at home. Wrap around porches and scalloped trim are common! I love the connection you have made! ~Kelly
Posted by: Kelly | January 17, 2009 at 11:19 AM
This has been my favorite Dream House so far. Not crazy about looking out across the street and the view, but other than that it is gorgeous. I love the Farmhouse style!
Your Grandma's house looks so similar. That's crazy!
Posted by: Kristen | January 20, 2009 at 01:50 PM
A big WOW! This house is rockin!!! I love the photos.
Deirdre Gonzales
Posted by: Philippines properties | August 18, 2009 at 10:08 PM
Beautiful frontage and its really fascinating. Thank you for posting it here and keep up the excellent work!
Posted by: Facaderens | September 30, 2009 at 11:15 PM
Those are stunning houses alright. And your grandma's crib is quite beautiful too. You should be very proud of it. It's just so sad you lost her on a fire. Maybe you can build a similar house like it in the future.
Posted by: Lashaunda Czlapinski | August 31, 2011 at 10:49 AM
Indeed, these houses both resemble each other. One is the modern version of the other and vice versa. These homes present a country and cozy feel, something people are missing out on these days. These houses greatly remind me of the past.
Posted by: Randolph Coleson | October 04, 2011 at 12:50 PM