How to Create a Home Away From Home*

Holiday homes can be a great investment that make a big difference to your family’s lifestyle. It’s worth looking at lodges for sale in popular destinations such as the Lake District or Devon in order to provide an accessible yet idyllic getaway.

Once decorated, they can also become a truly familiar haven where you can escape from your daily routines and create happy new memories together. To enhance this vibe, there are a few tricks to help create comfortable retreat for your family. Keep reading to find out more.

Bring in Personal Touches

To make the space feel like your own, you will want to introduce a few personal touches. Adding family photos, your favourite artwork, and meaningful decor can make the space uniquely yours and somewhere that it will be easy to unwind. These items create familiarity, helping everyone feel at home during visits.

Comfortable, Durable Furnishings

You need to carefully consider how to furnish the lodge for relaxed living. This should involve investing in cosy seating, layered bedding, and practical furniture. Durable materials ensure everything stays comfortable and stylish for the long term.

Of course, furniture can be hugely expensive to buy new, so it is worth looking at second-hand furniture marketplaces. This allows you to make huge savings while also giving you the chance to find interesting, rare, and vintage pieces to fill your home with.

Warm Lighting & Soft Textures

Lighting is key for creating a warm, welcoming, and inviting feel. You can use a combination of table lamps, string lights, and plenty of throws or cushions to make the space look and feel charming. This will help to set the mood and give you somewhere where it is easy to relax, unwind, and enjoy spending quality time with loved ones.

Embrace the Surrounding Landscape

Reflect the natural beauty of your lodge’s surroundings by incorporating local colours, materials, and textures. This connection to the local landscape adds a sense of place, making your lodge feel like an extension of its setting. This can help you create an inviting place and somewhere that differs from your main home.

These are a few ways that you can make a holiday lodge a home away from home. Having somewhere special to celebrate precious milestones such as Christmas or even just a spontaneous weekend away is super handy, especially if the space is comfortable and nostalgic for your family. By adding personal touches, comfortable and durable furnishing, warm lighting and soft textures, and embracing the surrounding landscape, you can create a home away from home where you can make many happy memories together.

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