Yes it is true. We are moving! We sold our home (well, it is under contract). It is going to be hard to leave this charming Connecticut home! We had considered keeping it as a rental, but decided to sell. We got an offer before we listed it. Our realtor told some local realtors and one of them brought a family over to see it and the rest is history! We are excited for a new family to love this home as much as we have…and take lots of dips in the pool!
SO many feelings! I feel like I am losing a best friend. Someone who helped this blog get started. Who welcomed my babies. That let me be creative anytime of the day. Hosted a lot of guests. So many beautiful memories! This home was a blessing and we had no idea we would enjoy living in it as much as we have when we bought it six years ago.
We are excited for the next chapter. Our kids are excited too. We are moving out of state and bought a home a couple months ago.….bet you can guess where, back home to Utah! I will show the house this week!! We are moving towards the end of February. Moving will be an adventure to share, can someone say RV LIFE! ha! Yes, we rented an RV to get us to Utah.
Since we were going to list our home, a photographer had come over to take photos and made a floor plan. I thought I would share the photos here! Totally a different style of photos than you are used to seeing of our home, a wide view, which is fun to see! (Update- For more information on our home and to place a back- up offer (incase the sale falls through) you can reach our realtor here).
You also might be curious to know if we sold it furnished. We did not price it to include furniture. But the new homeowners are buying some pieces and we are giving them some too, like all the outdoor furniture, dining table, sofa upstairs and hanging plants 🌱 I will share more of that soon too!
Small Cape Floor Plan
When we bought this home we called it “the deli house” because it is right next door to a deli (and the deli owner, Ed, lives in the back part) You can see it on the right. At first it seemed weird. But, the deli and the owner ended up being our best neighbors ever! Never judge a book by it’s cover. Ed makes the best breakfast sandwiches in town, we would get them at least once a week. And when our ice maker broke we could just go next door to the Deli for a bag of ice. The deli has a few grocery staples. Perfect when we ran out of eggs or if kids wanted to grab a deli sandwich to take to school! And in the winter, Ed was always out with his snow blower helping with our sidewalk, especially when Kevin traveled for weeks at a time for work!
Our home is also down the street from the Fire Station and Police station…on the same grid, so whenever our power went out it was back on within an hour! Compared to our friends a street behind us had been without power for a couple days. Little perks we didn’t realize until after we lived here.
I should have taken down Christmas before he took these photos for the listing! But I was just planning on giving them photos we had taken in the Spring. One thing you learn when a photographer is over, they aren’t a stager 😉 so you better have everything perfect before you leave! (Photographer was @OliverBencosmePhoto)
The yard isn’t look photo-ready right now, so here are some photos I took.
There you go! Last of the home tours from this house! I will be back to share what is next for us and the new (old) house!
Amy says
Congratulations!! I feel sad to say goodbye to your cute house but am very excited to follow along as you start a new chapter. Thanks for all that you share. I love your style so much!💟
Teresa kehl says
I am very excited for you. For your kids to be near their grandparents. For you to be by your sisters. I am sad that Finn will be leaving his bunk bed but excited to see how the new family will cherish it. I hope the new family realizes how much love gone into that home 🏡 ❤
Carly Berry says
I’m going to miss your little cape!…But I’m so looking forward to all of the inspiration and love you show in your new home back in Utah! Congrats and well wishes!
Holly says
Sad and happy at the same time! It had crossed my mind that Utah might be calling you and your adorable family back. Can’t wait to follow along on your journey but will miss having you on the street!!!
Lisa M. says
Happy for you!! I’m sure you’re over the moon to move back home! I will miss this home, but can’t wait to see your new place. These photos brought a new perspective to your house. They really showed how the rooms flowed together. Such a cute place!! Best of wishes on your new chapter! ❤️
Emily says
Congrats!! So excited to see the new house and what you do with it!
Alex J says
Such an incredible home! Love everything you do and can’t wait to watch you redo another home!
Michelle Wolf says
I have so enjoyed your posts of your beautiful home and family! I understand the mixed feelings. A wonderful blessing for the new owners and an exciting new chapter for you and your family. Looking forward to see your new place!
Mary Ann Bergin says
Leaving one amazing journey for another.
Wish you a safe trip and fun decorating your new old house.
I am sure it will be beautiful!
Susan says
I understand why you’re going. It will be so great to be near family and in the place you called home. It is a little bittersweet because you’ve inspired so many readers to decorate and love…and celebrate our homes, even if they are small in size. I look forward to that feeling continuing from Utah.
Kellie says
So very happy for you all, it will be wonderful for you to be close to your family and special friends again.
Look forward to sharing in your adventure and new (old) house updates. Very generous of you all to be so open and transparent with your nesting community and let us join in the ride ☺️
Christy says
Congratulations to you and your family as you make the transition to your new home. I know you and Kevin will turn any house to a sweet home in no time. So cheers to a blank canvas and new beginnings. Home is where your heart is and I know this is where your heart has been called. Blessings,
❤️ Christy @alohagirl_11
Maria lolou says
Oh, that was a surprise! we are going to miss your lovely home. Hope you have a nice start. Thank you for all the ideas. You have given as a fresh look about home living.
God bless you and your family.
Christine says
Congratulations! I’m sure it will be so nice to be close to family! Excited to see your new home!! ❤️
Sue says
Congrats!!! So happy for your family!!!! Best to you!
Nitza says
Congrats on your new move.. I will miss this beautiful home that was filled with so much love and joy.. I look forward to following you in your journey to your next home.
Elisa says
So excited to see your next adventure!
Clarissa says
I did not expect to get so emotional seeing and reading this. Your girls bedroom will always be the room I randomly found on a Google image search that led me to your blog and literally changed my life. I looked forward to new posts about your home daily (I actually still do). Your posts got me through so many isolated, stay at home moments. I found my style through your blog about this house. I found a love for plants, home decor, loving what I already had….everything. You said it best and its like losing a best friend. I’m so excited to follow along on the next chapter. Thank you SO incredibly much for all that you share. You have no idea the impact it has had on me. Congratulations! I’m so freaking happy for you and your family. ❤❤❤❤❤
Vicki says
I feel the same. I am SO sad even though I really understand that family is everything! I live in a very small house and have loved having you help me move that and space saving ideas. I agree that your girl’s room has always been one of my favorites on IG and believe it or not , also the old kitchen with the little round table. Especially when your whole family was crowded around it for a thanksgiving. Whoever bought your house gas a true gem and I hope it gives them as many wonderful me prices as it did your family. I will be so excited to see the new house and watch it be transformed. God Bless you in this new adventure!!
Tarryn says
Let the journey begin. Enjoy the cool wind at yoir face snd let the road rise up to great you. It’s a perfect time to sell! Utah here you come!!
Susan says
Congratulations on your new journey. Be well and stay safe.
Kendel says
Oh my goodness- all the feels for sure! I’m so excited for you guys and can’t wait for the next part of your journey! I feel as if I am moving with you too- your home has been an inspiration and I have loved every minute of it! Congratulations! Looking forward to all the creativity and charm you will add to the new place! 💗
Regina says
Congrats Nesting!! I can’t wait to see the nee house!
Kathy K says
We will miss you in CT, Utah is on our list as soon as travel opens up again, we drove CT to AZ twice in 2020 as our son moved there at the end of 2019….we tent/cabin camped and loved our first retirement adventure, ready to go again, only 5 more states on our bucket list! Enjoy your road trip and see as much as possible, safe travels and happy packing 😳🙄😉
Maricela says
Congratulations to you and your family on your exciting new adventure! Being back surrounded by family will be such a blessing! Hopefully your new (old) home will have very tall walls that you will teach us how to decorate. 😉
Vera says
Ahhhhh so many emotions!!!
I think I gasped out loud lol.
Congrats! Very exciting for your beautiful family. But oh how I will miss this sweet cape!
Looking forward to following along the next chapter with you guys!
Ashleigh says
Congratulations! I know this is bitter sweet. Wishing you the best on your new adventure! I can’t wait to follow along on the next house.
Shyanne says
Congrats! I’m so happy for you guys! Why do I feel like I should cry though :'( SO excited to follow along in your next chapter!
Shawnna Griffin says
hey girl- so excited for y’all! can’t wait to see the new house- be safe on ur travels- love ya!
Danielle says
Congratulations to you all, so happy you’ll be close to family!! That’s so wonderful. Wishing you blessings on your move, drive across country, and the start of your next life chapter. Thank you for sharing so much of your life, it’s inspiring and up-lifting!
Tiffany says
This is so amazing! I’ll be sad to that I won’t be able to see you guys in this house anymore, but I’m so excited for you guys & can’t wait to see your next adventure.
Danielle Falzone says
This seems so bittersweet, like I’m moving with you. The first blog post of yours I had ever read was your move to Connecticut, and I’ve been a fan every since! So happy for you all, congratulations!! Can’t wait to read about all your new adventures, many blessings ❤
Michelle N. says
I am so sad, yet so happy all at the same time! I can’t wait to see your new home and all of the great ideas that you will have for it. The new owners are lucky people! Congratulations!
Diana says
How exciting! God Bless you journey! I love your home and all that you have done to it. Thank you sharing your journey. I’m
Looking forward to seeing your new ideas come to life in your new home. Praying blessing and God hand in all you do.
Cindy says
Congrats on the move. Family is so important, and now that Kevin isn’t working with the soccer team anymore, his job is not keeping you here. Best wishes on your journey. Look forward to seeing what comes next, but I will miss my neighbor on the other side of the state.
Celia says
Congratulations & Blessings on your new journey! When I look at these pictures I cannot believe the amount of projects you have completed! Such a beautiful home! Will miss seeing this but excited to see the fun things in store at the new home!
Megan says
A. I can’t believe your leaving that backyard.
B. I can’t wait to see you decorate a new house!
Rubi says
Congrats! I will miss seeing your cute cape house but am very excited to follow along as you start a new journey.Your blog has helped me find my style and a new found love for interior design. Thanks for all that you share! Safe travels to Utah!
Apryl Clark says
Congratulations on your new home and new adventure! Where is your pool furniture from?
[email protected] says
thanks! It is all linked here- https://nestingwithgrace.com/shop-our-home/
Louise says
Oh my! While I’m so excited for your beautiful family to be back in Utah near loved ones, I will MISS your cute cape immensely. Your old tile kitchen floor inspired mine and I must confess, I think I may have even liked your original kitchen a tiny bit more. Each room in your house was so charming and personal. It did not look like a lot of the cookie cutter home interiors that are on the internet. May God bless you all as you make the journey west toward your new home and future!
Lyndsee Harrison says
I’ll miss your house! But I’m pretty sure your new house is two streets away from my parents. I grew up in that neighborhood. You will love it. Excited to see what you do with that house. It’s been in need of an update. 🙂
Cathleen says
We retired to Kentucky and built a home which we loved. When Covid hit and then the terrible riots in Louisville, we also decided it was time to move to Utah to be close to family. It is a big move for us. We loved Kentucky.
Our new home will be completed in about 3 weeks. We have had an easy winter so far and the majestic mountains are awesome. Being close to family and our young grandchildren has been lovely in every way.
I am looking forward to seeing your new home and reading about your new life in Utah. Have a happy, safe move!
Katrina A Anderson says
Why does this make me sad? lol Because I grew up in Fairfield and felt a connection. Wishing you all the best of course! Looking forward to your new house. Are you having a moving sale? lol
Jackie Wakin says
I think y’all are the most fun and loving family. I’m happy for y’all and I am looking forward to going on this next chapter with you and your beautiful family. Love and hugs from Texas! ❤️
DRTVrMoi says
I love your house and we are about to install Cedar Impressions siding. The company now offers several shades of ‘white’. Do you recall what shade is on your home? Thank you in advance
[email protected] says
I don’t recall I shared a photo here- https://nestingwithgrace.com/plans-for-our-exterior-new-siding-cedar-impressions/
Imani says
I should not feel as sad as I do about you moving, but I feel such a sense of sadness yet excitement! Congratulations on the new home, and im sure it will be so nice to be back near family and friends. I will miss seeing this house, but I know you’ll create such a cozy new nest! thank you Brooke for inviting us on your journey with you!