A Forever Home Fit for a Family
As a parent, there’s nothing more satisfying than watching your children thrive in a nurturing environment. For Stacey Solomon, creating a forever home for her family of seven was a top priority. The Loose Women star and her husband, Joe Swash, have been busy renovating their £1.2 million Pickle Cottage, transforming it into a haven for their five kids.
A Garden Oasis
The 2.5-acre property boasts a stunning garden, perfect for the kids to run wild and free. The pièce de résistance is the refurbished pool, which Stacey cleverly renovated to include a shallow water area and seating space. The bespoke design is a far cry from the original pool that came with the house. According to swimming pool specialists, the refurbishment could have cost anywhere from £5,000 to £20,000.
Stacey’s clever pool renovation
A Wendy House Fit for Royalty
The mum-of-five didn’t stop at the pool. She also gave the wendy house in the back garden a makeover, transforming it into a charming black and white cottage-style retreat. The DIY project features grey walls and a barn-style door, perfect for the kids to play and relax.
Stacey’s wendy house transformation
A Swing Fit for the Kids
The garden also features a bespoke wooden swing, embossed with a heartfelt message for the couple’s three boys, Zachary, Leighton, and Rex. The £109 swing from Fall with Grace is a beautiful addition to the garden, providing hours of entertainment for the kids.
The swing is an ode to the couple’s boys
A Play Area Fit for a Kingdom
The garden also boasts a giant play area, complete with a green slide, swings, and a climbing frame. The solid wooden structure is from Rebo, and a similar set would cost around £1,000. The play area is the perfect spot for the kids to burn off energy and have fun.
The play area is a kid’s paradise
A Private Getaway
The pièce de résistance is the Grecian-inspired pergola, which the couple transformed into a chic, white relaxation spot. The addition of an enormous log burner makes it the perfect spot to unwind on cooler nights.
The pergola is a serene oasis
Stacey and Joe’s hard work has paid off, creating a forever home that’s perfect for their family. The luxe garden may look effortlessly country chic, but it’s clear that a lot of love and effort went into creating this stunning space.
