Bedrooms
June 2, 2024
20 Cottage Bedrooms With Breezy Style
A cottage bedroom is a magical place to unwind, wake up and enjoy a rejuvenating weekend away. These experts understood the assignment, designing country chic rooms that are breezy enough to invite a good night’s rest and, in some cases — practical enough to sleep multiple guests. Take a look back at some of our favorite cottage bedrooms from the H&H archives.
For her Lake Whatcom cottage, this homeowner knew she wanted an aesthetic that was relaxed and modern. “She likes neutral, inviting spaces that have texture and warm finishes so that the interiors don’t pull focus from the views outside. We tried our best to reflect the natural setting in the interior design,” says designer Lisa Moody.
Wood reeding details appear throughout this breezy cottage. “It’s a major design element,” says the homeowner. In the kids’ bunk room, the stairs lift up to reveal hidden storage for suitcases and extra bedding.
White breezy linens are brought to life with a mix of pastel-hued throw blankets and pillows, turning this lower level bedroom into an inviting and peaceful guest room.
In a lakehouse designed by Lynda Reeves Design Studio, original wood panelling is a wonderful backdrop for rich blue bedding and drapes in the guestroom. “It’s a pretty house, so one of the goals was to bring a mix of classic country prints, graphic modern elements and artisanal accents to each room,” says Lynda.
A trio of twin beds gives a “Madeline” feel to another guest bedroom, which is sophisticated enough for adult guests.
The owners of this guest cottage designed by Blanc Marine Interieurs were drawn to neutral palettes, the warmth of wood, and classic, timeless design. The serene, lake-facing principal bedroom has vintage furniture, breezy linens and even a private balcony.
The guest bedroom feels like a calming retreat with twin metal bed frames layered with neutral bedding.
For this Muskoka guesthouse, the simple and minimalist bedroom features shiplap walls and muted tones to draw the eye outside.
This cottage bedroom is clean-lined, fresh and airy, thanks to white walls, white oak and floor-to-ceiling windows. “I focus on neutral, earthy fabrics with lots of texture to bring the outside in, so you’re figuratively living in the woods,” says designer Jaime Drohan.
A Prince Edward County home is both a breath of fresh air and a welcome retreat. Beachy texture in the principal bedroom comes by way of a woven wall light and a rattan headboard from Ikea’s Tom Dixon collaboration. “I spent a lot of time considering proportions and finishes in Belinda’s home,” says designer Jennifer Ferreira. “I wanted to find the right balance of organic textures and simple forms to create a feeling of serenity and calm.”
The guest bedroom has simple furnishings with sunny yellow throws and accent pillows that bring instant cheer to the space.
In this cottage boathouse, designer Anne Hepfer chose wire-brushed white oak flooring and painted pine board-and-batten for the walls, as seen in the modern, nautical bedroom.
Designer Jean Stéphane Beauchamp brought a mix of oak and pops of blue into this Laurentians chalet, inspired by the nearby Lac-Supérieur. The kids’ bedroom features a bunk bed with blue bedding and the iconic HBC stripes blanket.
This upstairs loft of this charming barn, belonging to designer Emily Griffin on her family’s property in the Kawarthas, can easily sleep up to 10 people, which is perfect for the ultimate cottage slumber party. Kids often head up there to watch movies or stage pillow fights.
Designer Sam Sacks turned a no-frills cabin into the cottage of her fantasies. Sam’s daughter’s room doubles as a guest room, so a queen bed was a must. “Yes, we know the horseshoe is upside down,” says Sam. “We promise to fix it before our luck runs out!”
Nestled in the New Brunswick countryside, designer Fenwick Bonnell’s Maritime cottage has been in his family since the 1950s. Pops of sunshine yellow inject warmth into the principal bedroom, complete with built-in storage, plush bedding and an unfinished blanket chest.
Designer James Davie designed a ladder and rope railing to give access to the second floor in his bunkie. With one full and two twin beds in the loft, and a pullout sofa on the main floor, the bunk can sleep six.
When this cozy Muskoka cottage reaches full capacity, a Murphy bed can be pulled down to create an extra sleeping space. A custom unit provides ample storage.
Perfect for cottages where children congregate to spend their summer, this quartet of built-in bunk beds are sure to inspire some amazing sleepovers.
One of the most popular ways to give a space classic cottage style is to install shiplap panelling on the walls (and ceiling, too!). Here, it lends subtle texture to a principal bedroom.