From polished and sophisticated to rustic and casual, you can find your very own coastal style from this collection of our favorite beach cottages. Cottage house plan was thought of as a “small” home with the origins of the word coming from England where most cottages were formally found in rural or semi-rural locations; an old-fashioned term which conjures up images of a cozy, picturesque home. A cottage is both a relaxing retreat and an expression of your personality. This is exactly the kind of white-washed and nautical-themed spot that springs to mind when you think of a waterfront holiday.