COAST &
COTTAGE
Sam Smith | Editor & Creative Director
A Mosaic of Simple. Artful. Living.
Coast & Cottage Life is an on-line magazine, specifically geared to “simple. artful. living.” Born out of our love of food, drink, adventure and exploring new places; it's part magazine, part travel blog, part journal, part idea and inspiration guide... In essence, it's whatever we want it to be. Instagram.
Communities in context… celebrating the people, places, and brands that make them so splendid.
Art & Style
"Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak." - Rachel Zoe
Random Featured Communities… In Depth.
Aiken | Bozeman | Big Sky | Beacon Hill | Breckenridge | Cody | Cabo San Lucas | French Lick | Greenwich Village | Incline Village | Key West | La Paz | Lake Forest | North Myrtle Beach | Napa Valley | Nashville | Mendocino | Palm Beach | Park City | Pittsburgh | Stowe | Stuart | Seattle | Sedona | Todos Santos | Ventura | Wellington | Yellowstone
Jekyll Island, Georgia
and the secret meeting of 1910
Its unique shape has made it a natural inspiration for artists, symbolizing creativity and the unpredictable twists of life. In folklore, its spirals are thought to represent the intricate paths of life or serve as a botanical reflection of life's complexities.
Knitting & Fibre Arts
Sam Smith | A Tactile Meditation in Yarn
“The act of knitting is a meditation with yarn.” — Susan Lydon
Key West, Florida
Great Weekend Getaways…
Perfect for a quick escape, boutique hotels offer a stylish and intimate alternative to big-box stays. Whether tucked into a historic downtown or perched by the coast, these charming retreats combine personalized service, curated design, and a sense of place that makes your weekend feel like a true escape—without the long travel time. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small groups craving comfort with character.
The American Blue Jean
“I can’t explain what I mean. And even if I could, I’m not sure I’d feel like it.”
There’s a special kind of cool that comes with having your own enamel camping mug. With its classic design and durable finish, it feels like a throwback to simpler times—rugged, timeless, and ready for anything. Whether it's clipped to your pack or warming your hands with morning coffee, an enamel mug isn’t just gear, it’s part of your story. Chips and scratches only add character, turning it into a personal artifact of every trail walked, fire lit, and sunrise watched. It’s equal parts utility and nostalgia—always dependable, always stylish.
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