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Feature Friday: Sweet Shady Lane

June 19, 2020 By Rhoda 47 Comments

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This is a repeat Feature Friday, but so good this time of year. Enjoy Sweet Shady Lane all over again! This was originally published in 2018.

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Happy Friday friends!  It’s an extra special Friday for us as we are leaving tomorrow for New England. A week on Cape Cod!  I’m just about giddy with excitement, since this is my first time visiting this beautiful area of our country. I’ve always wanted to go and now I get to experience it with Mark. He’s been 3 or 4 times and loves it, so I’m sure it’s going to be a favorite destination for both of us after this trip.

Speaking of New England, today’s Feature Friday is influenced heavily by Nantucket style with nautical influences, which makes sense since she lives on a lake. Meet Heather with Sweet Shady Lane. I first saw her on Instagram, discovered she has a blog (which isn’t really updated in awhile, she spends her time on Instagram), and I just love her style! If ever there was a style that I would want to emulate, it would be the vintage, classic style of Nantucket and New England.  That style is my most favorite and I definitely have an affinity for classic and traditional mixed in this way.  Lots of blue and white, antiques, vintage collectibles, just a beautiful way to live.  I asked Heather if I could share her home with you and she agreed, so I’m so happy to feature her today. You will fall in love with her home, named Mona Bina, meaning Home for all.

Heather has truly created one of the most beautiful homes I’ve ever seen. The exterior of Mona Bina is just breathtaking, sitting on the shores of a lake in Minnesota. Her blog documents the extensive renovation of the house and grounds, which was shared back in 2013 on her blog. It’s a gorgeous renovation, as you will see below!

I don’t know all the history on the house, but it’s a gorgeous setting on the lake with classical architecture and beautiful surroundings. The landscaping and entire home are absolutely stunning. I’m not going to try to describe it all, just enjoy these amazing pictures from Heather’s home.

Heather was just interviewed for another online site, Cafe Design, so you can learn more about her there.

 

 

 

 

I know you are as blown away by Heather’s home as I was.  I truly love her home more than any other home I’ve seen lately. The classical design, vintage finds, water views, and the way she has woven her home stories on her Instagram page are very inspiring.  I could only hope to emulate a part of this beautiful Nantucket style myself, but Heather will definitely be an inspiration to me as we continue with our house story as well.

Have a great weekend, friends! I’ll be back with LOTS of photos of Cape Cod to share with you after our vacation.  I’m so excited about this trip and cannot wait to experience it myself!

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  1. Lynne says

    October 26, 2018 at 7:04 pm

    Just so beautiful. A real home with equisite touches everywhere. ❤️ this and those doggies ❤️❤️

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  2. [email protected] LifeAtLydiasHouse says

    October 26, 2018 at 8:41 pm

    I agree with you, one f the most beautiful homes I have ever seen. Thanks for sharing it with us!

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  3. Sue says

    October 26, 2018 at 9:36 pm

    I know you will love Cape Cod. While our fulltime home is in CT we are fortunate enough to have had a small second home in Chatham for the past 22 years. In fact we named our little home “Blue Space” because of the positive effect that blue space (ocean and water-related spaces) has on your mind and body. I hope you love it there as much as we do.

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    • Rhoda says

      October 27, 2018 at 6:27 pm

      Hi, Sue, that is really special that you have a second home here in Chatham. It’s a beautiful place!

  4. Carol Heartfelt Whimsies says

    October 27, 2018 at 11:59 pm

    Heather’s home truly is a favorite of mine!!! I could move right in!!

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  5. Cindy in Oklahoma says

    October 29, 2018 at 9:08 am

    Wow. I so enjoy peeking into homes every day on Instagram, blogs, etc., but this one stands out in so many ways. Just the setting alone would push most of my buttons! Thank you so much for posting. I’ll be revisiting it over and over again.

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  6. Buffie Baril says

    November 1, 2018 at 3:12 pm

    A truly gorgeous home! Rhoda, I found this history on Mona Bina fascinating: https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/history-980-shady-lane

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  7. Roseanna says

    August 25, 2019 at 10:41 am

    Yes, the most beautiful home I’ve ever seen. Money and great taste! A winning combination…

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  8. Karen Seay says

    June 19, 2020 at 7:45 am

    Perfection inside and out! Truly, a gem!

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  9. vicky s davis says

    June 19, 2020 at 7:49 pm

    Wow, Does that one room have 3 different sets of furniture. Looks like same fireplace with shelving on both sides but I saw three different sets of chairs????Beautiful house in a beautiful setting.

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  10. Terry Moore says

    June 22, 2020 at 10:12 am

    This home speaks to me and I loved the tour. I felt right at home there and it’s absolutely beauty and casual at the same time. Well done!

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  11. Jane H. says

    June 23, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    I love this house! When I win the lottery…….

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    • Rhoda says

      June 23, 2020 at 2:10 pm

      Me too Jane!

  12. Juliet says

    June 24, 2020 at 2:39 am

    Rhoda, I just loved revisiting Heather’s home. It’s so easy to forget how much Mona Bina has influenced me over the years. My favorite photos of her home are always ones involving the gorgeous desk serving as a sofa table. And, her oval landing with book shelves ringing the top. Everything about it, not least of which is her two sweet dogs, is perfect. xo

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    • Rhoda says

      June 24, 2020 at 10:07 am

      I agree,Juliet, her house is perfection to me, inside and out.

  13. Donna Milazzo says

    July 13, 2021 at 10:58 am

    What a gorgeous home and setting! I love all the white millwork throughout the house. Have already started following her Instagram!

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  14. Deb says

    July 13, 2021 at 12:14 pm

    So perfect! Elegant but inviting and livable. And those views!! I would never leave this place.
    Thanks for reposting.

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  15. Pam S says

    July 13, 2021 at 1:49 pm

    Hi Rhoda

    What a beautiful beautiful home. I love the appearance of their 2 cute dogs. Thank you Rhoda!!

    Pam S.
    xox

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