A Welcoming Entry.......

It's the first thing your guests will see and it will set the tone for everything else.  An entry or foyer should be treated just like any other room. It should be inviting and functional.  If your space is limited, think about putting a demilune table or a small console table in your entry and accessorize it with a decorative bowl for keys, some artwork, a lamp and a small potted plant (something that doesn't need water but once a month like a succulent).  Your entry will welcome your guests and show them that you want them to feel at home.  Here are some ideas for creating a welcoming entry.


This console table is a great option and the extra shelf on the bottom is perfect for extra storage.  This table is from Ballard Designs. 

 

Love this beautiful vintage Italian Pottery Bowl.  Perfect punch of color and patina.  Available here on Etsy.

 

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Wonderful reproduction print from 1903 titled "Pilot Boat No. 8".  Would look great in a vintage black frame leaning on an entry table.  Available on Ebay.

For those of you that want zero maintenance, this arrangement adds color and texture with no watering.  A way better alternative than the plastic ivy.  Just saying.  This arrangement can be purchased from this Etsy store. 

This lamp would look great with a black shade. It's currently for sale on Ebay.  The colors blend well with the other accessories and gives a nice contrast to the wood console table.

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

Stay here.....Fredericksburg, TX

This weeks' rental is called "Inspiration Hill" and it's located in the Texas Hill Country.  This house is situated on 10 beautiful acres and has fabulous views of the Pedernales Valley which includes the city of Fredericksburg just 6 miles away.  Also nearby is the city of Luckenbach (4 miles), Enchanted Rock (18 miles) and numerous vineyards and antique shops.  The Guadalupe River and Llano River are also just a short drive away where activities include tubing, canoeing and rafting.  The design of this home is hill country contemporary and is decorated with an eclectic mix of antiques and modern furnishings.  The kitchen is fit for a gourmet with granite counters and a stainless range. There are three distinctly decorated bedrooms and three bathrooms.  In the cooler months, sit around the fireplace on the screened porch and enjoy the sunset and the views of the valley.  Rates on this home will vary based on the amount of bedrooms used and start at $225.00 and night.  For more information on renting this fabulous property, contact Gastehaus Schmidt at 866-427-8374. 

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

Beach Cottage Inspiration....

It's not hard to find coastal inspiration in the summer but these items can be used in any kind of decor. Even if you have a place on the water, it's not necessary to for every item to have a nautical theme. I like the mix of modern and vintage with an industrial lamp.  The navy blue cowhide rug with the silver adds warmth and color and is surprisingly easy to clean.  The old wood boat model and vintage bookends are great touches that give the room a warm, lived in feel. The giant clam shell is great to hold pieces of driftwood, sea glass, or as a centerpiece on a table.  The basket is perfect for extra storage wherever you need it. Just remember, you don't have to sacrifice good style or your budget because it's a rental.  Your guests will remember your rental and respect it for the beautiful space that it is. 

Clam Shell:  Treasure Gurus 

Basket:  Wisteria

Bookends:  Etsy

Boat:  Etsy (just sold)

Cowhide rug: Ebay

Industrial Floor Lamp:  Ebay

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, please contact me at Guest House Interiors.