HOME & COTTAGE
TOP: The front porch is perfect for family gatherings. (L-R) Clara MacLeod, Melanie Shaw, Joan Smith. BOTTOM: Joan loved the idea of having a pink front door. It’s vibrant and lively hue reflects the two ladies that live within. family. Melanie and Graeme's vision took shape in the fall of 2021 when they acquired the perfect plot of land next door to their own home. THE HOUSE Nannies’ In the heart of Stratford, a unique and heartwarming residence has emerged - “The Nannies’ House,” a thoughtful creation by well- known Island REALTOR® Melanie Shaw and her husband, Graeme, for their mothers, Clara and Joan. This distinctive home stands as a testament to familial love and a commitment to providing comfortable, independent living for two cherished seniors under one roof. The idea for The Nannies’ House was born out of a desire to have both mothers close by yet allow them the autonomy of their own private spaces. The Nannies’ House was named by grandson, Brett. Clara, an Islander, was already living nearby, but Joan, residing in Ontario, faced mobility challenges and needed a home closer to her Words by Jacqui Chaisson Photos: Bobby Jo Goudreau
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