cottage

Definition of cottagenext
as in cabin
an often small house for recreational or seasonal use for a month every summer we rent a cottage on the ocean

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Recent Examples of cottage This backyard escape captures all the charm of a storybook cottage with the stone patio, shake siding, and old-fashioned strap hinges on the shutters. Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026 For bigger groups—or those just wanting more space—several cottages dot the grounds. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 14 May 2026 White Barn Inn boasts 23 rooms and four cottages, as well as a variety of experiences for guests, from bike riding and visiting local apple orchards to traditional Maine lobster bakes. Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026 Pair with fillers like geraniums for a soft, romantic, cottage garden look. Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cottage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cottage
cabin
Noun
  • Yet in what could have been another existential and very French tale of impossible love, albeit one set predominantly in the cabins of 18-wheelers or anonymous roadside rest stops, Le Gall has boldly chosen to offer up the possibility of redemption.
    Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
  • Amenities include a Balinese spa, a cinema, a heli deck, cold-water diving equipment, and polar exploration gear, with cabins starting at $32,000 per person.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026

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“Cottage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cottage. Accessed 22 May. 2026.

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