Airy Coastal Cottage Bedroom Inspiration + Encouragement

Though I live in the land-locked heartland as a resident fairy on the prairie, there is something utterly irresistible to me about coastal cottage style. In 2020, I spent a vacation sleeping steps from the ocean and waking each morning to the sound of crashing waves. So Airy Coastal Cottage Bedroom is decor inspiration I am all too happy to revisit!

Pretty and classic coastal bedroom with candy pink wall, rattan beds, adn white bedding - Serena & Lily. #coastalcottage #bedroomfurniture #pinkbedrooms
Balboa Bed – Serena & Lily…in case you adore a preppy pink!

Airy Coastal Cottage Bedroom Inspiration + Encouragement

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I am loving the leather stools at the end of the beds above (and also that pink wall!!!).

Classic, airy white entry area near staircase in a coastal cottage with Cooper leather stools from Serena & Lily. #leatherstool #foldingstools #coastalfurniture #entry
Cooper Leather Stool – Serena & Lily…hello lovely indeed.

See this story for ideas for pink paint colors.

Beautiful blue and white coastal bedroom with twin beds, wallpaper, and freshened traditional style - Serena & Lily.
Webster Bed – Serena & Lily…in case you admire blue and white.
Charming coastal bedroom with French blue pinstripe bed and sophisticated chartreuse wall color.
Tall Fillmore Bed – Serena & Lily…hello timeless indeed.
A rattan scallop side table in a coastal bedroom with distinctive mossy green wall color - Serena & Lily. #rattan #sidetables #coastalstyle
Scallop Side Table – Serena & Lily…in case you love an airy classic look!

Need an idea for a vibrant avocado green paint color? Try Yeabridge Green!

Coastal bedroom with classic blue painted vintage door and soft, airy, light and bright white quilt with light blue band - Serena & Lily.
Baywood Quilt – Serena & Lily…hello tranquil indeed.
Beautiful coastal blue bedroom with traditional arm chair with spindle detail - Serena & Lily. #coastalbedroom #bluebedrooms
Serena & Lily…in case you admire calm bedroom retreats.
Blue and white coastal bedroom with classic wallpaper (Pesaro) with a chambray hue - Serena & Lily. #coastalbedroom #bluebedrooms
Pesaro Wallpaper – Serena & Lily…in case a classic wallcovering appeals.

Need inspiration for a pale and illuminating blue paint color? Try Farrow & Ball’s Borrowed Light:

F&B calls this paint color the color of summer skies…sounds perfect about now.

Encouragement Right Where We Are

Uncertainty and challenges in the complex 2020s affect each and every one of us, and we are surely dependent upon each other in new ways.

Hello Lovely Studio's pale neutrals, serene decor, and an ethereal mood permeate this French Nordic style bedroom with reclaimed wood statement wall - Hello Lovely Studio. #serenedecor #NordicFrench #bedroomdecor #frenchnordicstyle

As we return to normalcy (wait a sec, does anything feel normal at this juncture?), there are plenty of ongoing cares.

Beauty inspirational quote by Irish poet John O'Donohue on Hello Lovely. #beautyquotes #inspirationalquotes #johnodonohue

Reminders that all of life is sacred and holy seem especially important to have within reach right now. I hope you will pin encouragement to spread more peace and soulful beauty through our land.

Intimacy inspirational quote about understanding, trust, and shelter from Irish poet John O'Donohue. #inspirationalquote #belonging #intimacy #trustquotes

Bedroom Décor Ideas From My Bedroom

In my former bedroom, coastal cottage design ingredients read rustic yet airy.

Serene French country cottage style bedroom with Stikwood Hamptons accent wall and white oak flooring. #hellolovelystudio #bedroomdecor #europeancountry #frenchcountry #frenchnordic #whitebedrooms #stikwood #hamptons #serenedecor
Airy Coastal Cottage Bedroom Inspiration as well as Encouragement

The color palette is atmospheric and marshmallow-y cloud-like with soothing whites, light grey and a touch of pale pink.

Belgian linen slipcovered chair in my European country French inspired bedroom - Hello Lovely Studio. #linenchair #slipcovered #belgianlinen #hellolovelystudio #accentchair

Natural elements include white oak hardwood flooring and knotty alder doors.

Rustic Alder Interior Doors

Mixing Metals

The mix of metals in the bedroom ushers in a more casual, laid back, unfussy mood. While lamps, cabinet knobs, and door hardware is oil rubbed bronze, there are also antiqued brass vintage sconces, a shiny gold made in Sweden vintage chandelier in a closet, and both chrome and antiqued silver finishes in the bath.

My serene Nordic French style bedroom with Benjamin Moore White walls and Stikwood accent wall. Hello Lovely Studio.

It does not feel like too many different finishes, and what is lovely about cottage style, is it is fitting!

Rockwell Bronze Helmsley Door Knob Set

Egg Door Knob Set: FIND HERE
John O'Donohue encouraging inspirational quote about the soul. #soulquotes #inspirationalquote #encouragementquotes

Reclaimed Pine Plank Statement Wall

The reclaimed wood wall was a DIY easy project with Stikwood (Hamptons).

Coastal Cottage Bedroom Décor in a light, simple, white bedroom with inspiring interior design ideas and beautiful photos and sources to get the look.
Walls: BENJAMIN MOORE White; Furniture Paint color: BENJAMIN MOORE Revere Pewter. Lamps: RH PARIS IRON GATE LAMPS WITH SAND LINEN SHADES LINED IN GOLD.
Stikwood Reclaimed Pine Wall Decor, Hamptons/White
In case you like our accent wall…STIKWOOD Hamptons – Reclaimed Pine Peel & Stick Planks for Wall: FIND HERE.

Pale Color Palette

Serene airy bedroom with cottage style furniture and knotty alder doors as well as white oak hardwoods - Hello Lovely Studio.
Benjamin Moore WHITE paint color.
Walls: BENJAMIN MOORE White
Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore paint color.
BENJAMIN MOORE Revere Pewter
John O'Donohue love quote about belonging and home. #inspirationalquotes #lovequotes #irishpoet

Petite Chair

The Belgian linen slipcovered chair in our bedroom (RH) was my desk chair in our former home. Smaller scale chairs–even when they are considered ‘dining chairs’–can sometimes serve as a lovely accent or reading chair.

Serene French country cottage style bedroom with Stikwood Hamptons accent wall and white oak flooring. #hellolovelystudio #bedroomdecor #europeancountry #frenchcountry #frenchnordic #whitebedrooms #stikwood #hamptons #serenedecor

This linen quilt has my name all over it…so yummy!

And don’t we think this airy coastal macrame swing would be perfect in any room at all?

Coastal Cottage Style Dresser

Keys 6-Drawer Dresser in Grey from The Home Depot. #bedroomfurniture
Keys 6-Drawer Dresser in Grey, The Home Depot…certainly lovely indeed.
John O'Donohue inspirational prayer and blessing quote. #inspirationalquotes #johnodonohue #prayers

Coastal Bedroom Design Inspiration

Coastal classic style in a bedroom by Geoff Chick.
Geoff Chick & Associates – Interior Design: The Home Group/Photo: Colleen Duffley.
Luxurious classic coastal style bedroom design in a magnificent bespoke traditional home from architectural design firm Geoff Chick & Associates. #coastalstyle #coastaldecor #bedroomdesign #interiordesign
Architect: Geoff Chick & Associates
Luxurious classic coastal style bedroom design in a magnificent bespoke traditional home from architectural design firm Geoff Chick & Associates. #coastalstyle #coastaldecor #bedroomdesign #interiordesign
Geoff Chick & Associates. Photo: Colleen Duffley.
John O'Donohue inspirational quote about the inner life, contemplation, and beauty. #inspirationalquote #poetry #johnodonohue

Ideas for Coastal Cottage Style Beds

Coastal Cottage Bedroom Décor in a light, simple, white bedroom with inspiring interior design ideas and beautiful photos and sources to get the look.
Lisa Furey Interiors Photography:  Lindsey Shorter.
Charming kids room with cottage style white beds and soft color palette.
See this house Tour of a cozy white Tennessee cottage for sale: HERE.
Copake Panel Bed
Copake Panel Bed…certainly lovely indeed.

Coastal Blue Bedding

Sutter Linen Quilt
Sutter Linen Quilt, Serena & Lily
Lovely vintage style shabby chic cottage bedroom with white metal bed.
See this house Tour of a cozy white Tennessee cottage for sale: HERE.

Swing Arm Wall Sconces

Coastal Cottage Bedroom Décor in a light, simple, white bedroom with inspiring interior design ideas and beautiful photos and sources to get the look.
Lisa Furey

Wicker Side Tables

Charming white coastal cottage with board and batten exterior and classic modern farmhouse style interiors by Lisa Furey. Come take the tour in Coastal Cottage Interior Design Inspiration - Part 1 {Get the Look!} with decorating ideas and shopping sources for furniture and decor!
Lisa Furey

Fantasyland Hanging Bed Swing

In this Palmetto Bluff cottage with interior design by Lisa Furey, there is an adorable porch adjoining the coastal cottage bedroom, complete with this comfy porch swing!

Coastal Cottage Bedroom Décor in a light, simple, white bedroom with inspiring interior design ideas and beautiful photos and sources to get the look.
Lisa Furey Interiors/Photography:  Lindsey Shorter

Lovely Porch Swing

Charleston hanging bed porch swing on a beautiful porch enveloped by lush greenery. #hangingbed #charlestonswing #screenporch #porchdecor #porchfurniture #southernporch
Charleston Porch Swing and also more options HERE

If we’re not blessed with a bedroom porch from which to suspend our hanging bed or bench, we could always add a swing in lieu of a bedroom chair!

Hanging Rattan Swing
Hanging Rattan Swing, Serena & Lily…certainly lovely indeed.

Coastal Style Rattan Pendants

Blue cottage style bedroom with rattan pendant. Coastal Cottage Interior Design Inspiration - Part 1 {Get the Look!} #bedroomdecor #bluebedroom #cottagestyle #coastaldecor
Lisa Furey Interiors/ Photography:  Lindsey Shorter
Headlands Bell Pendant light fixture
Headlands Bell Pendant, Serena & Lily…certainly lovely indeed.

Airy Parsons Style Side Tables

Atelier White Side Table
Atelier Side Table…certainly lovely indeed.

Navy Blue Lamps

You won’t believe the low price of this set below!

Safavieh Navy Blue Long Neck Table Lamp - set of 2. #singlegourd #navyblue #tablelamps
Set of 2 Navy Blue Lamps…certainly lovely indeed.

Simple Linen Headboard

Courtney Upholstered Panel Headboard
Courtney Upholstered Headboard...certainly simple and lovely.

Blue & White Quilt

Ink Dots Duvet Cover Collection
Pine Cone Hill Ink Dots Bedding…certainly lovely indeed.
White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
Antique Brass Floor Lamp
Helmsley Bronze Door Hardware
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Laurel Wreath Mirror
San Jose Handleset for Front Door
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Silver End Table
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Knotty Alder Interior Door
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Alabaster 30″ Lamp
Louis Ghost Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Linen Dining Chair
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
PARIS Framed Print
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
Tulip Style Modern Round Dining Table
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Holborn Lantern Pendant
Tray Side Table
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Bridge Kitchen Faucet (Stainless)
Jute Area Rug
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
Venetian Etched Mirror (24″ x 36″)
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Polished Carrara Subway Tile
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Antiqued Sunburst Mirror
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Round Marble Side Table
Linen Slipcover Dining Chair
Wicker Patio Chair
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing

White Beadboard

Coastal Cottage Bedroom Décor in a light, simple, white bedroom with inspiring interior design ideas and beautiful photos and sources to get the look.
 Interior Design/Photo: Atlanta Bartlett & Dave Coote, authors of PALE AND INTERESTING: DECORATING WITH WHITE, PASTELS AND NEUTRALS FOR A WARM AND WELCOMING HOME.

Distressed Cabinet Storage

Chennai White Wash Nightstand from The Home Decorators Collection at The Home Depot.
Chennai White Wash Nightstand,…certainly lovely indeed.

Faux Built-ins!

Lately I have toured a few older homes where the bedrooms were small and lacked a closet. Here’s a ready-made alternative with coastal cottage good looks which would cost much more for materials and labor to build from scratch.

Obviously, this dreamy hall tree would work beautifully in a mud room or entry too and could be built-in if you’re looking for a more custom look.

Budget Friendly Tranquil Bedroom Mood

Here’s a mood board I created with budget in mind!

Coastal cottage bedroom decor elements to help you get the look!

1.Chair|2.Chandelier|3.Rug|4.Art|5.Nightstand|6.Bench|7.Paint|8.Pillow|9.Bed|10.Lamp

For more coastal cottage inspiration see these stories.

Coastal Traditional Makeover

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Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing
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2 Comments

  1. Beth
    March 19, 2021 / 5:16 am

    I have a small kitchen with one short blank wall. it’s not an open kitchen but very cozy. The walls are SW agreeable gray and cabinets are BM himalayan trek. I need more cabinet space but cost is a factor. How do you think the above hall tree would look? Would a hall tree look out of place in a kitchen? Many thanks for your wonderful blog.

    • Michele
      Author
      March 19, 2021 / 9:25 pm

      That’s an interesting idea, and I would have to hear more about what your functional needs are and the style of your kitchen and cabinets. I see this hall tree as much more than a hall tree since it provides architecture and could be further customized with paint, hardware, etc. to suit your style and palette. Pay attention to the depth of the unit and mark off in your kitchen how it would fit…will doors be opening into another door? I wonder if a better option might be freestanding pantry if what you are after is storage and architectural interest. Feel free to keep the discussion and questions flowing here, and thanks so much for reading.

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White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing