Author: Tiffany Belle Harper

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The She Room by Tiffy Belle

The She Room is on the top floor. It’s part of the original extension. A very comfortable space with a warm, wrap around feel to it.

As with all the rooms I put lots of crystals beneath the floorboards during the renovation. The She Room had the most. It felt like such a feminine space. It has a double walk in shower with a power shower. And I love the Moroccan style mosaic tiling below the window across the entire lower wall.

At first I painted this a dark purple. But it showed every small chip and dent. It quickly became tatty. So I used some silver wallpaper I had invested for another job. Unfortunately, I couldn’t reach my regular DIY expert at that time. I resorted to a friend of a friend. He did not do the best job in terms of wallpapering. I was so excited to see the finished product. I had already paid him £450.00 rather foolishly. In belief he had done as good a job as I had been convinced. But on entering the room (now silver) it looked like a four year old had tried to decorate it. I quickly sourced some edging tape. I pushed the corner paper into the wall. I edged all around it with the tape. Eventually it took shape.

I found the large ethnic prints in FAB Interiors. I decided to buy them because they would brighten the walls. They also would bring the remaining artifact in the room to a consistent theme. There’s an adorable retro table and chair in the room too! A nostalgic feel together with some calming ambiance. All in all I was happy with the end result! And from this room you get to see the real lives of local seagulls and all their shenanigans. Blackpool is a magical town. The sky. The Irish Sea. The birds. The alleys. It’s changed my life forever. No regrets to find this place. Well, actually … I think Blackpool found me. Thank You.

Tiffy Belle. X

by Tiffany Belle Harper

The James Suite by Tiffy Belle

Throughout the three year renovation of the villa house, located at 30 St Chads Road, Blackpool, many workmen got involved. It was during lockdown, together with some unreliability. That’s the thing with any restoration project, finding solvent, steadfast trades people. Though eventually, I got there!

My son ‘James’ was a consistent strength and undertook the joinery works to the highest and best specifications. He has a degree in surveying. Is keen on the property field of duty and an accomplished tradesmen.

He himself owning properties in Leeds and maintaining them himself. Also doing work for Estate Agencies and Landlords. James has a sparkling reputation. I was very lucky to have his help for a while. He assisted me greatly in getting the place open. This suite fondly named after my son. And in addition to these images, there’s also an en-suite shower room within the space.

Also my dear friend ‘Colin Almond’ who stepped in at the later stages. He still works with me now and is a trustworthy craftsman. But the James Suite was primarily down to James.

The top floor to the left you will find the attic space of the house. It was formerly two small bedrooms and a shared bathroom. The bathroom became a spa suite whilst the bedrooms were knocked into one, creating this vibrant space. Because of the low eaves, I decided it must be a young area with low level furniture. Writing a room description is challenging with the booking sites. There are only boxes to check what the room has available. Being low level gives that ‘chill out’ feel.

Fortunately most guests are able to see what they have chosen by the images incorporated to each individual listing. This system can be hugely annoying. Unlike a website that is able to convey specific detail, the booking sites are short and sweet. But we get there in the end. It would be impossible to provide accommodation that would please every person and budget. But I’ve done pretty well with trying my best and doing what I love most. Putting my energy into a space. Hoping to create some happiness, albeit short term, but hopefully a lasting ‘good’ memory for the majority who drop by.

With most attic rooms, you do not get one full height wall. So you are working with the room center. There is something lovely about being tucked away in the top of an old building. It feels cosy and romantic. You also get street views and a sense of history. Opening up the space was probably the most challenging job in the building. And the way James built the spa suite is so very skillful. I am proud. The full renovation has been carried out to the highest standards.

My guests are of all gender. I wanted colour in this room to reflect freedom and fun. It was important to maintain a contemporary feel, even on a very small budget to furnish, in preference of expense toward the main workmanship of the building. But it all worked as a collective and I believe most guests can feel the ambience and experience the attention to detail.

Tiffy Belle. X

by Tiffany Belle Harper