Why is it called Garbo Cottage?
What a glorious week!
It's June, at last summer seems to have finally arrived and that means the Larkspur, Red Campion, Aquilega and Geranium Morning Widow are all in full harmonious swing under the Maple.
It's during morning morning moments like these that I feel truly blessed to have a treatment room in such a peaceful spot. Clients have to ask whether the birds are real or part of the music. How amazing is that?
The Restoration Room is part of our home and sometimes I'm asked about the name. It was named Garbo Cottage by the previous owner who rumour has it, looked very much like Greta Garbo when she was young and was something of a fan.
When we become custodians in 2014 we considered changing it, but it's been known locally as Garbo for so long that somehow that felt wrong.
So "Garbo as in Greta Cottage" (which is almost our permanent full address now) it will stay, complete with original rickety sign.
If you would like to be alone except for birdsong you can book appointments for the following therapies here https://www.restorationroomnorfolk.co.uk/treatment-prices-1
~ Traditional Reflexology ~ Maternity Reflexology ~ Reflexology Lymph Drainage ~ Homeopathic Medicine ~ Soft tissue therapy Remedial Massage ~ Holistic Massage ~ Reiki healing ~ Holistic Health Coaching
What a charming backstory for Garbo Cottage! It’s always special when a place carries a piece of history, especially with such a personal touch like being named after Greta Garbo! It’s great that you kept the name—local history and character like that really add to a space’s personality, and it sounds like the perfect setting for restorative therapies.
The garden sounds absolutely idyllic, with all those blooms adding to the peaceful vibe. I can totally imagine clients wondering if the birdsong is real! Being surrounded by nature must make every treatment even more therapeutic.
And thank you for sharing the list of therapies available! Reflexology and holistic health coaching in such a serene spot must be truly rejuvenating. If only…