Do you ever just get tired of the cutthroat chase of life’s demands and wish you could take a break from it all? Well, when you have a holiday home to retreat to, that wish can come true whenever you need it to. You won’t need any reservations or even need to pack a bag if you do not want to; you can simply get up and away.
This life of bliss, however, first requires you to create a holiday home that offers the kind of break that you would enjoy. So, in this blog, we share all the secrets to making your holiday home the magical escape that you have been yearning for. Come along for the trip, will you?
Choose the Right Location
We all have unique ideas and preferences about the kind of environment that can help us relax or have a good time. For some, it can be a sandy beach with an upbeat vibe or a quiet beach house where they finally get to finish their murder mystery reading list. For others, it could be the wild experience of revelling in nature and waking up to the sound of gurgling streams or songbirds trading songs.
So, begin by choosing the kind of experience you enjoy and invest in a holiday home that offers access to the experience you desire.
Invest in Comfort
Holidays are all about treating yourself to pleasures that you do not often get the time to indulge in your day-to-day life. It is thus only natural that you aim for a cozy holiday home design with:
- Comfortable furniture
- Areas designed for entertainment like reading nooks or a home theatre designed
- Layouts that give you interesting views such as floor-to-ceiling windows or skylights
- Plush carpets, comfortable pillows, area rugs, and other soft touches
If you are not sure what colors or fabrics to work with, turn to boutique hotel design concepts for inspiration. Some furniture manufacturers in that sector may even be able to offer you a custom design package to meet the needs of your holiday home.
Set the Right Ambiance
What kind of home would you like to come home to when you are on vacation? Do you prefer a vibrant cheerful space? Or perhaps more rustic but decadent surroundings?
The answers to these questions will help you determine what kind of textures, materials, and decor elements you should have in your holiday home.
For example, if you are partial to a Hamptons holiday home type of decor, you would likely need to incorporate light colors such as white and pastels as the backdrop of your decor. Use art and stylish decor pieces for a touch of drama and opt for plush beach house furniture.
In comparison, if you prefer a more cultural atmosphere, you could pick out decor pieces from the local community like:
- Tribal rugs
- Hand-crafted furniture
- Symbolic local artifacts like masks, carvings, small in-door fountains
Install the Necessary Appliances and Tech
This aspect of making a holiday home is also a case of dealers’ choice because you get to decide the type of appliances and tech that you feel is necessary in your holiday home.
If you enjoy completely unplugging from the outside world, then you can forego any amenities that you reckon will disturb your peace. You should, however, consider essentials such as:
- Heating
- Kitchen appliances
- A security system
- Home safety systems
Home safety and security systems are particularly important because your holiday home may remain unoccupied for long durations while you are away.
Safety systems include safeguards like:
- Water valves that you can use to turn off the water supply when you are away
- Anti-flooding mechanisms if your house is near a body of water
- Exterior drainage systems for rainy seasons
- Doors and windows with tight seals
Security systems, on the other hand, include alarms, burglar-proof entry points, and cameras on the property.
Treat Yourself to Some Entertainment Amenities
Getting some much-needed sleep is often a priority at the start of your holiday. However, after a day or two, letting your hair down and having a good time is highly recommended. This is where indoor entertainment amenities come in.
Entertainment options are endless but it is wise to always create a blend of things that you would like to do and things that you would like to try.
For instance, if you enjoy watching television to unwind, go on and splurge on a flat screen and a stylish tv cabinet to go along with it. However, try to complement that with hobbies you would like to get into like board games, bike riding, exercise equipment, hiking, or surfing, among other options.
In Conclusion
The ideas we have discussed above are sure to get you on a roaring start toward creating the holiday homes of your dreams. Still, creating any home is a process. So, once you have the basics in place, learn from every holiday experience and keep improving your vacation home until you achieve your ideal space.
