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Inside Our House, Nantucket ·

Come on in to our home on Nantucket!


Happy Wednesday, friends!

My Type-A self would like to wait and share pics of our house once every little detail is finished, but the Type-A person in me also understands that houses are a work in progress, and this will one will continue to grow and warm up and become even more of a home over lots of time, so I should just share what I have now and then bring you along as we tweak.

(The Type-A person in me also understands that last sentence was way too long, but I’m going to embrace it instead of correct it 🙂 ).

A little backstory because I’m a writer and clearly, I like to over-use words, but for those who are interested, we were casually looking for homes online for about six months, but then last June, we met with our realtor for the first time and started really looking at homes.

God bless all of you realtors out there.

I bet we looked at over 30 homes over a four month period (and then he looked at so many more while we were off island!).  Nantucket is not very large (only 14 miles long and 3.5 miles wide), but there were two areas in particular we just “knew” we wanted to live.  We looked and we looked, and we even put in offers for three of them.

In October, our realtor and his wife invited us all over one evening and also invited another couple we’ve gotten to know (three of the four are born and raised islanders).  While we were all sitting on the deck talking about us finding a home, one of them suggested a neighborhood that was way more mid-island and very close to “town” but perfect for families.  Our realtor said one was just about to go on the market, and he could show us the next morning (and then made a joke that it took a non-realtor to get us to look somewhere other than where we had been looking for  year.  ha!) .  The six of us met him there the next day, we all fell in love with the neighborhood and the house and put an offer in that day.  Before we left the island the next day, they had accepted it and we closed in November.

You guys, I’m only on day four, and let me tell you, THIS IS EXACTLY WHERE WE ARE SUPPOSED TO BE!  We love our neighbors, we love how easy it is to walk into town, go to the beach, bike, scooter, visit a park, ride bikes…it’s a wonderful neighborhood, and I cannot believe we ever looked anywhere else.

So, that’s how we ended up here 🙂 .  We started remodeling on December 1st with the MOST AMAZING contractor ever (I’ve used several in my life, and he’s by far my favorite) and here we are today.  I’ll insert some “before” pics too below.

Come on in and check it out (per usual, lots of pics, info at the bottom)…

Come on in!

We painted the front door as well.  The island has only a handful of colors you can chose from, and I loved this blue.

 

Now, when we bought the house, they had stairs that came down and did this…

Terrible picture (sorry!) I got it off a video, but you see how it came down, there was a platform and then stairs came down on the side?  Yeah.  It was huge, bulky and took up most of the entry, so we…

…redid the stairs (and obviously the floors too!).

Poppy is right at home 🙂 .

We tore out the existing fireplace and put in a gas one here. My new fireplace screen is supposed to arrive today!!

I had everyone pick some of their favorite blankets from our house in McKinney to bring here too.

We had custom glass cut to fit the top of the coffee table because you know…four kids.

Because we love our coach upstairs at home SO MUCH, we bought a second one from that super special couch couple to use here too 🙂 .

And then…

…(a before pic), see how the space above the kitchen was open?

Well, we…

…made that upstairs space larger and then closed it off to the downstairs so that the kids have a bunk room 🙂 .  More on that later!

And now, Poppy and I are going to call it a blog post.

Obviously, there is way more to share (the kitchen will be next!), and I will for sure do that sooner rather than later!  For today though, welcome in, we’re having the best time ever already, and we’re so blessed that you’re on this adventure with us.

I have some resources below, to share.  We decided only to purchase art work (and remaining accessories) here on the island, so the walls will continue to get more finds that I will share along the way.

Also, FYI, for the floors, they stripped and sanded the pine floors and then used a water-based white-wash paint to give it that “white washed effect”.

In the meantime, I hope you have a wonderful Wednesday!  I’ll see you tomorrow!

Our contractor: the Carey Company

All paint (walls, trim, etc): Sherwin Williams High Reflective White

Couch: Thomas 5-piece sectional in grey

Rugs: Chunky Wool Jute Rug in natural

Bench: Riviera Rattan Backless Bench

End Table: Rattan Side Table

Coffee Table: Serena and Lily, we added the glass after we received it

Floor Mirror: Serena and Lily

Floor Lamp: from Restoration Hardware

Doormats: Sailor Knot Doormat

Couch Pillows: Here and Here

Large Basket: from Pottery Barn

We replaced every doorknob with THESE.

Our new ceiling fan is HERE.

 

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Comments

  2. Laura says

    Beautiful! And look at you with a new “Life on Nantucket” button at the top now, too!! 😀

  3. Paula McKaughan says

    Oh Shay, your family summer home is just beautiful. I can’t wait to see all of the island touches to come. I’m so happy for the Sea Shulls. Xoxo

  4. Clara says

    Looks very nice and bright!!
    Did Andrew retire early? How is he able to spend the summer not in the office?

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      He has an office upstairs in this house and works from home. In McKinney, he works from home two days a week already. He’s able to work remotely with his job.

      • Melissa says

        So cool. Does your dad own his office? Noticed his name on Andrew’s office in McKinney

        • Mix and Match Mama says

          He does! He had an office in Irving for 40 years, and a few years ago decided to move out of Irving and office out of McKinney.

  6. Danette says

    YAY!!! Aaawh, I was so looking forward to seeing your new house! Absolutely gorgeous, Shay!! I am very excited to see more house pics!! Thank you so much for sharing and for taking us along on this special journey!! Your house is really lovely! Enjoy!!

  7. Jess says

    Stunning!! Love, love, love that blue color door!! And your floor choice is perfect! Can not wait to see the rest!

  10. Peyton Cline says

    I LOVE all the decor and changes you’ve made! Can’t wait to see the rest!

  12. Bev says

    Beautiful, Shay! Enjoy every single moment! So nice to see dreams do come true. Our God is so good! 💖

  14. Erika Slaughter says

    Eeeeekkkkkkkk!!!! It looks SO good and so very beachy! Love the new living room look and can’t wait for the next reveal!

  15. Laura says

    That’s beautiful!!!!!! And the windows speak to my heart!! Lol so happy for you and your family!!!!!

  16. Lynn says

    Your new home is beautiful..so happy to get to see into your new adventure. It looks great! Enjoy every day.

  17. Shanna says

    Ahhh shay! I love it!!! It looks so be beachy and cozy! Hope you have the best summer, but we sure will miss you here! ❤️❤️

  18. Amanda wilson says

    Every detail is perfection!!! I love love love it!!! I can’t wait to follow along with your summer adventures there.

  19. Sarah Shaneyfelt says

    BEAUTIFUL! I cannot wait to see the rest! I am loving the colors you chose–I bet it was so fun picking out items for a home with a New England coastal feel!

    MeetTheShaneyfelts

    • Ashley Goode says

      Love it so much! It makes me want to watch Something’s Got to Give and read all the Elin Hilderbrand! I have to know where the blue table lamp is from!

      • Mix and Match Mama says

        The ultimate compliment!! Thank YOU! I bought that a shop in Nantucket yesterday.

        • Stacey says

          That lamp is from Visual Comfort and I have been waiting over a year for ours to come in! I wish I could find it in a store but I am encouraged that they are actually making it. I was beginning to wonder. It’s so perfect in your beautiful new home.

  20. Katie Stewart says

    All the coastal vibes! So beautiful, Shay! Can’t wait to see the rest!

  22. Katie says

    The house is so beautiful and perfect for y’all! We fell in love in love with Nantucket when we visited 2 years ago and can’t wait to go back! Glad y’all are settling in well!

  23. Laura says

    This looks awesome! I love it. It looks so fresh and clean. Can hardly wait to see more.
    Thank you for sharing and being an inspiration. 😁

  25. Beth Knecht says

    Such a fun way to start a Wednesday! I’ve never been to Nantucket but I love how quaint it look!

  26. Sheaffer says

    The transformation is absolutely incredible!!! The floors are gorgeous, that window seat is so charming, and the light fixture above the table…WOW!!!!!!!

      • Chrissy says

        I was already envisioning the Christmas tree where the blanket basket it! It’ll be so cozy to be there for the holidays.

  28. Rachel Kinneberg says

    This is stunning and so inviting. Enjoy spending all the time outside and at the beaches this summer. What amazing memories your family will make.

  29. Kelly Bonner says

    I have been waiting for this post, eeek I’m so excited for y’all! 🎉

  30. Kari Anne Maddox says

    We need a link for the chunky table lamp 🙂 This is so fun to read and I think it’s just SO BEAUTIFUL! You just made me smile on a Wednesday work day!!!

      • Meghan says

        Shay, would you mind sharing the name of the lamp store and does the lamp have a name/designer/etc? Absolutely love everything you’ve done with your beautiful home!! You’re making such incredible memories for your family!! <3

        • Mix and Match Mama says

          We bought it at a place called The Tile Shop just yesterday 🙂 . Thank YOU so very much! xx

  31. Libby says

    Stunning! Did you source all of your decor or did you have help? We’ve had our vacation house 2 yrs, and it’s only 1/2 done. LOL!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I did it all myself. I had everything shipped to McKinney, and then, we drove it up!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      Our floors are pine, so they sanded them down and used a water-based white wash to give them the “white wash” effect.

  34. Angela says

    Oh Shay!!!!! Love, love, LOVE it!!!! I’m so happy for you guys!!!! You have made this home beautiful! I love the colors and your decorating and can’t wait to see more! We are remodeling our home and finally finishing our lower level so I might need that sectional!! Two questions: Do the back cushions stay put on the sectional or do they fall down sometimes? And did you get the tall or oversized basket for your blankets? We love a basket of blankets and this one is so cute!! Thanks for sharing life on Nantucket with all of us!! 💙

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      They do stay put! They’re not attached (which I love), but they do stay in place. The basket we got is called x-large, but I think it might be sold out in that size now.

  37. Connie says

    I Love it!! So exciting for all of you!! I wish you could decorate my home. Ha! Thank you for sharing your life with all of us Shay. 🥰

  38. Debbie says

    So beautiful and light! It looks like the perfect place for your family to enjoy!!

  40. shawnna says

    hey girl- I just love your house!! Oh so cool! I would just love to visit Nantucket someday!! It looks so pretty up there. Y’all have fun. God has blessed y’all richly!

  42. Kacey says

    Love the reno so far!! Following along has been so much fun! Can’t wait to see the rest. p.s. welcome back to MA! Hopefully this second Spring we’re having moves along to some more summery weather soon =)

  43. Stacie says

    What a beautiful home and perfect place for summer relaxation! I cannot wait to see the rest of the house!

  44. Lauren says

    Absolutely beautiful! We have been vacationing on the island for many years, every July 4th week 💖
    Is the couch a 4-piece? The link is a 5piece, can you customize? Thanks.

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      You can customize it when your brother is the owner. Agh! Yes, we have the five piece in McKinney, but he let us build a four piece for this house.

  45. Karah Stracener says

    Your house is absolutely beautiful!! I love it. I love how you decided that all wall hangings/artwork/accessories will be from the island. I cannot wait to see more. You inspire me to travel with my kids more.

  46. Riann says

    What a gorgeous home! It’s so exciting to watch you and your family take on this new adventure. Thank you for sharing with us!

  48. Susan says

    I love your new home! Can’t wait to see the rest but I’m really looking forward to seeing all the colorful flowers you got at that cute nursery! Everything is going to be so lovely. The neighborhood looks amazing. So happy for the Shull family. I hope your last puppy arrived safe and sound!

  50. Amy says

    I love the window seat!!! What a perfect reading spot. 🙂 Thank you for opening up your Nantucket home for us to see — it is beautiful!

  51. Robin says

    Ahhhhhhh, it is magical, and beautiful and coastal and I am so happy forball the Shulls at your SeaShull!!!!! MY type A knows that sentence needs editing😉
    Cannot wait forball your reveals on this gorgeous home. And lastly, so happy that your good but hard thing feels so right.
    ❤️❤️

  52. Carly Collyge says

    I’m in love with it all! Congrats and happy summer!! 🏖️🐳☀️⚓️🩵
    Can you share the link for the adorable blue table lamp?

  54. Marla says

    Shay, it is gorgeous and so cozy! can you tell me the exact basket you have the blankets in. I don’t see that one. also, do you have the info that blue lamp that I LOVE! Enjoy every single minute.

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      Thank you, Marla! We actually bought that lamp here on the island.

  55. Laura JeanS. says

    🤩 wow!!! What an amazing new life you have created for your family. Such a blessing! On a side note- can you suggest a morning bible study? I would love to know what you’re reading – I was searching for inspiration and ended up looking at your new house update instead!! haaaaa!!!

  57. Debbie Campbell says

    Love w dry single detail! What a restful home…can’t wait to see every room! Such a blessing!🙏🙌🙏

  58. Shannon says

    This is so fun to see!! It’s adorable! It is my dream to come to Nantucket🌊

  59. Sara H says

    That ceiling fan!!! I’ve never seen a clear one before but now I want one!!!

  60. Mariela says

    Hi Shay! House looks great! Can you tell me where the cute table lamp is from? Love it!

  62. Gail Hutchinson says

    May I ask where you got the blue lamp on the side table! You have such wonderful taste. Congratulations on your new home away from home!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I bought that on Nantucket. Thank YOU, thank YOU for the sweet comment!

  64. Gina Gryzlo says

    Beautiful!!!! And now I want to redecorate my house and turn it into a Nantucket house!

  65. Paula says

    How warm, inviting & beachishy. I love it. I pray the Shull summer is full of blessings & memories forever! I think this pivotal time before highschool & all the transitions will just be Godstop moments for all. ENJOY! Thank you for sharing a very special piece of your heart & home.
    Because of your love of Nantucket, it’s my 1 of 2 bucket list places to visit before I die. Alaska beings the other.

  66. Shannon Trujillo says

    Looks gorgeous! The link to your couch isn’t working 🙁 I would love more details on it.

    Thanks!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      It’s linking to the five-piece, but my brother let me only have four 🙂 .

  67. Amber says

    It looks beautiful and cozy! I’m excited to see more as you share other parts of the home. 🙂 I’m happy for your family that God led you to the perfect area that you weren’t originally looking in.
    I am dying to know about the light fixture over the dining table that I spy in the background of some of these pics!

  68. JANICE HENNINGER says

    Love it and love Nantucket! We are returning for our second trip later this summer. We stayed at The Nantucket last year – looking at Greydon House…which would you suggest?

  69. Linda Grubbs says

    Oh my !!! What a fantastic place!
    I’m excited to see more. Looking so good!
    ( I really think you need a very small Powercat Rock outside in the yard somewhere💜) 🤣.
    I’ll be following along in your adventure!!

  70. Tiffany Stegall says

    So happy for y’all! It looks fantastic! And love that little bit of Texas with the Circle E lit up. 🩵🩵🩵Hope you all have the best summer!

  71. SJFB says

    Absolutely awesome home! You all will have such a fun-filled summer. As an Elin Hilderbrand book fan, will you please do a Nantucket “geography post (and include the two areas you thought you wanted to live)? I read about the different areas, but it’s hard to put them all together in my mind.

  72. Jen Jensen says

    I LOVE the basket for your blankets! I assume you have the oversized version. Does it snag on blankets at all?

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I’ve never thought of that, so no, it must not! We have two in McKinney and use them ALL THE TIME!

  73. Nicole says

    Love it!!! Wishing I could visit 😉 Looks so cozy and inviting. Can’t wait to see more…thanks for sharing, Shay!!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      We shipped the old one to our house and had my upholster make one with new fabric that I had ordered using the old one as a template and then stuck it in the U-Haul for the trip back to Nantucket.

      • Laura says

        Love the window seat cushion. Can you share more information on the fabric you covered the cushion in?

        • Mix and Match Mama says

          I don’t have the swatch with me here for the specifics. I’m sorry! I purchased it from a fabric store and had it made by my upholster.

  76. Lindsey says

    This is one of my favorite posts to date along with adopting the girls!! Keep sharing allll the details! <3

  77. Arika says

    In a previous post you mentioned a lot of homes are sold furnished. Was yours? If so, I bet that was a lot of logistics to have to empty everything out. Your Shull touches are beautiful. My mind is already fast-forwarding to December and imagining how adorable it would look decorated for Christmas! With young kids I feel it would be hard to be away from home on Christmas, but I’m sure an island holiday will be in your future at some point! Thanks for sharing your home with us. It’s fun to follow along.

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      It was sold completely furnished (down to the towels and toilet paper). We donated everything inside before we started construction. It is very common to sell homes completely furnished here, so there are several charities that love to pull up and accept items.

  79. Kristin Lyngaas says

    What an absolutely gorgeous and comfy house. What a complete blessing for your family to create memories AND have an investment 😊 It will a big adventure for all of us to come along for the ride. Have a beautiful day and God bless all of you. 🙏💙😊

  80. Jennifer Sivy says

    Love the place. Looks like home and will be so fun. How are the kids able to get away over the summer with activities, sports, and such? I was always made to feel horrible just going away on a week vacation with the kids. We literally had a 1 week window to fit anything in. Enjoy!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I’m not sure where you live or what sports your kiddos do, but my little girls both are in cheer and soccer/volleyball. We only signed them up for fall/spring seasons (not winter or summer) and then Smith’s sports (rowing and football) are both in off season. Now that K cheers, she’s done until school starts. We totally could sign them up for more in McKinney, but our family doesn’t mind having a break between seasons.

      • Jennifer Sivy says

        So nice! My girls cheered and did competitive dance. Practice, conditioning, training, camps never stopped. My son had baseball from spring into mid-summer with mandatory football conditioning overlapping. They loved their sports, but it was hard for family time. It’s so nice that you can do both. I can’t wait to follow all your adventures. The house looks amazing. Congratulations!

  81. Leslie S says

    Fresh, airy, beachy, cozy — what a dream vacation home! You’ve done a marvelous job and I can’t wait to see more! Congratulations Shull family, enjoy every minute of this adventure you’ve worked so hard for!! ❤️

  82. Sharon says

    I love your house but I see you don’t have any shades on your windows. I have a fear of the darkness and need to close my shades as soon as it starts to get dark. It must not bother you. Am I the only one? Also, how do you control the sunlight?

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      That’s so interesting! The natural light (or darkness) does not bother me at all. Just like in our home in McKinney, we only have shades/shutters on private areas like bedrooms and bathrooms.

  83. Liz says

    So beautiful! Thank you for sharing! I especially love the coffee table and window seat.

  84. Jennibell says

    Thank you so much for sharing with us!!! I appreciate the sourcing – I loved the ceiling fan and was happy to have the link 🙂

  87. Mary says

    Shay, It’s perfect in every way! Thanks for sharing…can’t wait to see more! Enjoy your time together! ❤️

  88. Anne Seiler says

    Shay:

    Love the couch! Exactly what I’ve been looking for. However when I click on the link it takes me to the 5 piece and you have the 4. Can you customize? And do you have the deeper couch?

    Thank you!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      My brother let me have it for this house in four sections. I have it in five back in McKinney though!

  89. Allie says

    First of all, such a beautiful home! Secondly, what did you do to the floors? Did you sand them and then stain? If so, what color stain? Thank you so much!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I should have put that in the post originally. You’re not the first to ask. I will add that right now. Thank YOU!!

  90. Beth says

    Just beautiful! I wouldn’t have guessed paint color is High Reflective White but more of a Classic Gray or Agreeable Gray. Maybe it’s the gray of furniture and flooring that’s influencing me. Whatever, it’s perfect and gorgeous! Can’t wait to see the rest of it.

  91. Maria says

    Simply stunning! Are you planning a girls friends getaway to your home perhaps in the Fall? That would be so much fun!

    Regarding the shutters, most homes in the North East have shades or shutters on all windows for privacy as our homes are closer to one another. It’s also a safety feature. My husband would never want his electronics PS5 etc… on view from the side of the road.

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I hope one day my friends can come for a visit! That would be so much fun!

  93. Kara says

    The thing I love the most is how different it is from your house in TX yet it still feels so homey! ❤️

  94. Kelly Buffington says

    Your Nantucket home is lovely! Just as I knew it would be;). How old is the home?

  96. Shari Florio says

    It’s so beautiful and cozy! Wishing you the most amazing summer with your family in ACK

  97. Lisa says

    Thanks so much for sharing; I’m looking forward to a summer of Nantucket content! The stair re-do really gave you so much more room and was a great idea! Like everyone else, the nob lamp is my favorite!

  98. Sam says

    Beautiful! Could you share the link to the light fixture about your dining room table? Have been looking for one just like it! 🤗

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      Of course! I’m going to share all the deets on that space and the kitchen next week!

  100. Shatcher says

    Every bit of it is just lovely! What an exciting time for your family! I’m looking forward to the details about the dogs’ trip over!

  101. Caroline says

    Thank you for sharing!! Would you mind sharing your gold front door knob? it’s ADORABLe and I’m getting one ASAP 😛 Congrats! I lived in Boston for 8 years, so I am familiar with the New England charm!

  102. Megan says

    Just visited Nantucket for the first time this past weekend. A friend has a new home there also. I loved the colonial mariner feel. It was so unseasonably cold we didn’t get to see as much as I would have liked. Lots of poking in the stores in town. Fell in love with the Freedman’s of Nantucket clocks and can totally see one or several in your new home!
    Have fun finding all the special decorative touches! Wishing your family special times and new Nantucket lifelong special memories.

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      We love that store! I’m so happy you came. You’ll have to come back when the weather is warmer too 😉 .

  103. sandi says

    Gorgeous! It’s been a week and I’m behind but could not go another day without taking a peek at the pictures. Serene is the word that comes to mind. You have to love technology for Andrew’s ability to work remotely, keep in touch with clients and their needs while balancing that with family time. Enjoy!

  104. Sarah says

    Your Nantucket home is just stunning! I cannot wait to see the rest of it! Do you remember where you had the sign created that is on the outside of your home? (The Sea Shulls sign). We are building a cabin in Oregon and I think something like that would be so cute outside our home.

  105. Katrina says

    Hi! Love the house! Congratulations! Is the Nantucket Beaches pillow from Nantucket Looms or somewhere else?

    Thank you.

  106. Samantha says

    Hi Shay-Oooh the new house looks like the perfect beach home, so charming! Your posts have made me add Nantucket to my travel list. 🙂 I hope you and your family have a wonderful first summer!

  107. Kim N says

    Gorgeous – love everything about it! Especially the window seat 🙂
    Enjoy your summer!

  108. Brenda says

    Please share an easy travel guide to Nantucket! I want to visit so very much but get overwhelmed with plane, bus, and ferry travel. Help!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I have those details in the first post. It’s pine that we sanded and white washed.

  110. Michele says

    Congrats on a beautiful new home! My husband and I visited last year and fell completely head over heels with its charm. Our dream would be to own one day (many moons down the road)! Do you mind sharing what two areas you looked for houses in and ultimately where you chose? We stayed near the downtown when we visited but fell in love with Sconset after a day trip. We drove our jeep rental on the sand, too! Thanks for sharing!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      We were only going to buy in Sconset or Tom Nevers…I am SO thankful that in this stage of our lives, we did not though 🙂 .

  111. Caroline Stevenson says

    Gorgeous! Do you mind sharing the link to the blue lamp on the side table?

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      In the living area, it’s 9×12 and under the kitchen table, it’s 6×9.

  113. Karen H McAlister says

    Hi Shay! Can you please share where you purchased the large ceramic piece that you have sitting on your hearth beside the fireplace? Thanks!

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