Oh no, Toad Hall isn't going anywhere, but I don't like to spend the winters there, too cold. I stayed last winter and it was freezing, lost power etc.
I'm off to the UK where I like to spend part of the year. And some friends and I are getting a place there, they will stay there year round and I will spend Autumn/Winter there. :)
I see. Would have been a big surprise, if you had sold this wonderful place... Although I'd choose a completely different area for the winter...
I know some people would think Italy or Spain, but my optimal temp is 60s F (15 C) so southern UK is pretty much my ideal Winter temperature. I love a cloudy day and the rain, so I don't know it just suits me.
And it makes Toad Hall sea view and warm Summer sun all the more brillant after a wet Winter. and it is so much better than an New England winter with snow and ice and freezing temperatures, brrrr.
Also I find I long for the city in Autumn and Winter more. It's nicer to take trips into London during these cooler temps. I enjoy culture, galleries, museums in cooler times and in Summer isolation and nature.
I see.. well, makes sense now. Hope you'll find the right place! I know several artists who live in London, if you need some contacts :-)