What was our idea behind this???
As the name suggests, we decided to name the development in the “Honey Homes” according to the plants from which each type of honey is made. The choice wasn’t easy, as there are many types of honey and honey-producing plants, but we selected a few whose names inspired our imagination regarding the color schemes and styles for each home.
And so:
Home 1 – 6B is called “BUCKWHEAT”
Home 2 – 6C is called “HONEYDEW”
Home 3 – 6D is called “HEATHER”
Home 4 – 6E is called “LINDEN”
LINDEN HOME:
The interior of the cabin features a dominant dark purple complemented by contrasting mustard accents. We aimed for the house/home to be functional, practical, and cozy, and it seems we succeeded.
The heart of the house/home is undoubtedly the living room, from which we can directly access the terrace and garden. The living room includes a comfortable, extendable corner sofa, a large table with six chairs, a smart TV, and a modern kitchenette with a warm, wood-like countertop and upper cabinets in the same color, along with timeless white lower cabinets.
The kitchen is equipped with dishes, cutlery, and tableware. Additionally, there’s a large fridge with a freezer, an induction cooktop with a hood, a microwave oven, and a dishwasher.
There are two bathrooms—one upstairs and one downstairs. The downstairs bathroom is slightly larger and features a large mirror that enhances the sense of space. It includes a spacious shower with a rain showerhead, a sink, and a toilet. We also installed an electric towel warmer and a ceiling-mounted dryer for wet clothes (e.g., after walks in the rain/snow or visits to nearby ski resorts and water parks).The upstairs bathroom is cozy and functional. It also has a hairdryer, a shower, a sink cabinet, and a toilet. It’s conveniently located between the bedrooms, making it easy to head to bed right after evening routines without having to go downstairs to use the toilet—a definite advantage for many.
The large bedroom features a panoramic triangular window reaching to the peak of the roof and opens onto a balcony. Due to its southern exposure, the windows offer a beautiful view of the meadows, forest, and, above all, the Tatra Mountains.
The bedroom includes a large bed, a wardrobe, and we recently added a fold-out sofa as an extra sleeping option.
The small bedroom has two single beds that can be easily combined, similar to the large bedroom, to create a comfortable double bed. The access to the balcony is an additional asset of this room, and the wardrobe and wall shelves provide space to unpack and feel “at home.”
HEATHER HOME
The interior is dominated by white and soft grays, interspersed with accents (curtains, cushions, coasters, and more) in heather colors. The look of this house/home has quite a unique story that we will briefly share.
When two of the four houses/homes were already finished, we announced our intention for long-term rentals, and an architect approached us. Seeing that we were just beginning to furnish this house/home, she expressed interest in renting it for at least three years, on the condition that we finish it according to her vision.
We shared a similar vision with the architect, so we made adjustments to the layout and furnishings, which are similar to those in Home 6E, “Linden,” with some modifications to meet her requirements:
The upper bathroom now features a washing machine instead of a shower.
The large bedroom has a big dresser with drawers.
There is a large wardrobe in the hallway.
In the living room, the white kitchen cabinets and walls are contrasted by black accents in lamps, sconces, cabinet handles, and doorknobs. Additionally, we placed a comfortable black-and-white chair in the living room, where you can enjoy the spectacle outside, where nature takes center stage: the forest, endless meadows, and the mountain ranges of the Polish Tatras.
Ultimately, the architect did not end up living in the house/home, so it is now available for our guests visiting the Podhale region, which turned out to be a beneficial arrangement.
Each of our homes is continually being enhanced, as we have many ideas for various decorations and additions. Experience also shows what works well and what needs replacing, so over time, the homes, including this “Heather” one, will evolve and beautify, adhering to the principle that “the older the wine, the better,” allowing our guests to discover new things during their stay.
BUCKWHEAT HOME
We have a special sentiment for this home as it was the first one we built, and we learned a lot about our entire investment through it.
The open, classic white kitchen features decorative glass in the upper cabinets and a wooden countertop, along with a round extendable table on a decorative base and classic wooden chairs. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge and freezer, microwave, induction cooktop, extractor hood, dishwasher, and a full set of dishes, cutlery, mugs, glasses, wine glasses, pots, pans, etc.In the living room, there is a comfortable corner sofa that can be folded out, a coffee table, a rug, a TV, and curtains that we temporarily hung after renovating our own apartment, as we planned to use different ones. However, they fit well in the room, so for now, they will stay, and we’ll think about what to do later.On the wall is a panoramic photograph of the Tatras, a gift from our parents, Basia and Leszek, featuring descriptions of the mountain peaks visible from the home’s windows, especially from
the living room and the southern bedroom, which has a large window reaching to the ceiling.
There are two bathrooms, each with a shower, sink, and toilet, featuring interesting patterned tiles that give them a unique character. The southern bedroom has a double bed and space for a portable additional bed, allowing up to seven people to sleep comfortably in this home.
The small bedroom has two single beds that can easily be combined, with their mattresses zipped together using a built-in zipper, creating a large bed of 160×200 cm. The bedrooms are made cozy with wood-like wall panels, wardrobes, and, like in the other cabins, curtains, bedspreads, and decorative cushions.
This home is our “firstborn” in this investment, and next to it is a large grassy area for playing, set against the majestic Tatras. In summer, we set up a badminton net (an idea from Grandpa Leszek). We also plan to add a grill shelter and, over time, other attractions.
HONEYDEW HOME
We decided to blend the bottle green of coniferous forests, where bees collect honeydew, with amber and black elements, inspired by the color of honeydew itself. This home significantly differs from the others, offering a unique character and a cozy ambiance thanks to its dark color palette.
In the living room, elegant black accents—such as the curtains, lower cabinets, kitchen countertop, table, and stools—are complemented by trendy bottle green from the modern, large corner sofa that can be comfortably unfolded, along with amber-toned, wood-like fronts of the upper kitchen cabinets.
Below the Smart TV, we installed a black biofireplace that emits pleasant warmth when lit, allowing guests to enjoy a glass of wine while gazing at the starry sky outside. (You must know that in Murzasichle, on clear nights, the sky looks stunning, and the outlines of the mountains on the horizon add an unforgettable atmosphere to the place.)Both bathrooms feature black and wood-like tiles, with a black shower cabin, sink, and toilet. The ceiling light with a three-step lighting function allows guests to adjust the brightness according to their preferences (this type of lamp is in every home, and we are very satisfied with them).
In the lower bathroom, an ornamental lamp that casts an amber glow against the wood-like wall slats adds a special ambiance, making bath time particularly enjoyable.
Both bedrooms are furnished with hotel-quality beds upholstered in classic black fabric, complemented by wall sconces with amber reflections and dark green curtains, bedspreads, and decorative cushions. All of this is set against wood-like wall panels and wardrobes, lending elegance, modernity, and coziness to the interior.
Personally, we really enjoy spending time in this home. It was here, after completing the construction of the cabins, that we celebrated our first New Year’s Eve in the settlement, watching the fireworks display outside. It was fantastic!