Cottage-themed rooms are all about the use of layers and printed patterns to create an image of comfort. After all, who doesn’t want to dive into a bed full of fluffy pillows and blankets? The designer selected cream, gray and white blankets to lay across a Queen-sized bed with a small black and white gingham accent pillow. Off to the side of the room is a shiplap wall with a wooden bench, and small touches of greenery have been implemented throughout in the form of wreaths.
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There are many characteristic elements of cottage bedrooms. Cottage-themed décor is centered around patterns like chintz, stripes, and checkers that accentuate plush fabrics, delicately wrought furniture, and intricate wooden pieces. The scope of design is somehow simple and complex all at once, which contributes to the enigma of the aesthetic. Depending on which cottage theme speaks to you, such as a French country cottage, modern contemporary, Bohemian bungalow, or simply traditional, your styling process could go in numerous directions.
At their core, cottage bedrooms and comfortable, inviting, grounded, and charming. They feature neutral colors and delicate patterns with ample light. Let these spaces inspire you to rummage through a flea market, DIY an old piece of furniture, or buy something completely new to create the cottage bedroom of your dreams.
02 of Farmhouse Inspired Cottage Décor
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High pile brown carpet invites feelings of warmth into this cottage-inspired bedroom with a white and brown matching furniture set. A white comforter with gray stripes lays exquisitely across the bed next to a nightstand with a faux plant and a wooden lamp.
03 of Woods and White Hygge Décor
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The aesthetic of this cottage bedroom is smooth and inviting. The woodsy textures of the bedside table, lamp, and floral artwork are intriguing and fresh. Within these brown tones is an arched iron bedframe with cozy white and tan blankets. Overall, the feeling is very organic and welcoming.
04 of American Farmhouse Bedroom
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Behold a luxurious curved black bedframe beside a DIY rustic bench made of reclaimed wood. The jute rug that lies just beneath this centralized décor implements a great texture with the paneled board and batten wall. The simple white linens pair with clear bedside lamps with bright white shades. The neutral décor is chic, clean, and inspiring.
05 of Country Bungalow Attic Bedroom
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In this attic bedroom, a very old but very glamorous white bedframe has the most charming placement against a small antique window. Though the square footage is limited, the slanted ceilings and finite floor space are no match for the inviting aura of this space. A hand-tied homemade quilt lays at the foot of the bed beside cream-ruffled pillows that are the perfect complement to the aesthetic.
06 of Simple White Guestroom
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If white designs are your specialty, look no further than this bijou bedroom with a gray framed twin bed, farmhouse-inspired wooden bedside table, and a vintage metal floor lamp. The most unique element in the room is the angel wings placed above the bed made of fragmented wood. The remaining space in the room is draped in white, creating a look that is clean and simple.
07 of Classic Cottage Bedroom With Loveseat
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Many thrifted elements are present in this cottage bedroom with slanted ceilings. Just behind the wooden nightstand lamps are two vintage mirrors, both close in size but unique in coloring and design. They hang nicely to the sides of a blush light-filtering curtain. At the foot of the bed is a cream loveseat that coordinates wonderfully with the beige and white bedding.
08 of Loft-style Chalet
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This loft has been completely elevated with the addition of a cream tufted boucle bench with French legs and a crystal chandelier that hangs above. Bringing attention to the white embroidered bed quilt are four skylights that radiate daylight and moonlight, depending on the hour.
09 of Bed and Breakfast Cottage Bedroom
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A key piece of furniture in any cottage bedroom is a metal bed frame. They are petite, vintage, and complement any wooden furniture that was chosen for the room. This white frame here sits beside a chippy antique desk and ruffled lounge chair. Just above is a distressed bed and breakfast sign, customized to represent the family name.
10 of Flea-market Style Victorian Master Suite
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In true secondhand style, this vintage chandelier is the perfect companion to the Victorian artwork that hangs on the wall above a gold metal framed bed. Tousled beige linens inspire the most inviting aura of this cottage space, creating a look that is easily replicable with the right vintage finds.
11 of Boho Bungalow Design
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This bedroom is a world traveler’s dream. The wooden slanted bungalow ceiling and the French double doors are giving all of the boho feels. Beyond the entrance is a magnificent bamboo bed frame with a rustic bench at the foot of the bed. All of this is situated on top of an antique oriental rug, underneath a striking mid-century modern gold light fixture.
12 of Gray Woven Rug With Tasseled Ends
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This bedroom features taupe paneling on the bottom two-thirds of the wall and cream paint on the upper third. A metal-framed bed with taupe and white bedding and a rustic wooden side table sit on a rug with a patterned gray center and a drastically woven out part with tasseled ends.
13 of Romantic French Country Décor
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The romantic vibes are strong in this bedroom with so many magical elements. Above the bed is an antique oval mirror that pairs perfectly with the crystal chandelier in the center of the ceiling. Beside the distressed metal bedframe is a cream nightstand that displays a true French girandole beside a bouquet of pink roses and an antique clock, all draped in the glow of sheer white curtains.
14 of Eclectic Candlestick Décor
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Certainly not the primary lighting for this cottage bedroom, the white headboard supports a collection of porcelain candle stands in various shapes and sizes that frame a canvas quote. They provide a romantic ambiance that electric light simply cannot achieve, and that is what makes candles a fabulous lighting selection for any master suite.
15 of Black, Gray, and White Cottage Bedroom
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In this black, gray, and white bedroom, a basket filled with deep blue hydrangeas is a complete stunner on the white bedside table. Behind the flowers is a shiplap wall featuring a rustic wreath made of disheveled branches. The bedding is composed of structured gray and white pillows, with a hint of gingham print peeking through the back.
16 of French Cottage Inspired Décor for a Farmhouse Master Bedroom
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Ruffled accent pillows along this taupe bed set give a cute French cottage style to this farmhouse master bedroom. The ruffled edge along the duvet cascades down towards a patterned rug with neutral colors. A taupe brick accent wall holds farmhouse art pieces and trailing indoor succulents.
17 of Tiny Cottage Boudoir
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In this tiny room, a closet frames the side of the bed, maximizing the floor space. Paneled walls offer a farmhouse look, but the chintz throw pillow and striped throw blanket are staples in a room that is based on a cottage décor theme. The room remains in airy neutrals, but the light touch of blue paired with the beautiful purple flower on the bed provides all of the colors you need for a quaint getaway.
18 of Luxury Christmas Cottage Suite
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Not all cottages are simple and small in architecture. This master bedroom is the perfect example of an upscale cottage bedroom with multi-level tray ceilings, a King-size bed, and magnificent angled carpets. A buck head hangs above the bed, a staple true to cabin décor, but the elevated elements include the unique wooden farmhouse chandelier and the sophisticated woven blinds that complement bold medium-brown nightstands.
19 of Statement Antique Bedroom Furniture
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If you’re ready to dive deep into the core of cottage décor, finding and implementing an antique wardrobe like this will take the decorative elements of your room to the next level. The detail on the doors and wardrobe face is stunning next to the sheer embroidered curtains that hang on the windows on either side. Just beside the wardrobe is an antique lounge chair with a tan cushion that features fine embroidery work.
20 of Chalet Bedroom With Floral Patterned Linens
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Patterns galore occupy this cozy cottage bedroom. Nestled in between four small walls is a bed with a blue floral printed comforter and pillows. On the walls hang painted landscapes that have a vintage niche in dark frames, creating a space that emphasizes the room’s petite proportions.
21 of Chinoiserie Chic Bedroom
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The cottage theme is in the details of this master suite with impeccable vintage elements from the gold framed standing mirror on the side of the room, to the gray bedside table with a matching gold lamp, antique clock, a vase of potted wildflowers, and antique rattan boxes. Above the bed is an ornate chinoiserie-inspired sculpted motif of wildflowers that completes the entire look.
22 of Neutral Farmhouse Master Bedroom Ideas
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Soft sage green drapes frame a pair of windows on either side of a vintage black metal bed frame. The bedding is the perfect neutral farmhouse set with black and white pinstripe pillows, faux fur throws, and white cotton sheets. A refurbished end table sits beside the bed
23 of Minimalist Modern English Home
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As a nudge to tasteful and classic décor, this minimalistic master bedroom features recycled glass jars and a wooden footstool that has been repurposed as a bedside table. The show stopper in this space is the bedframe with center panels and ornate columns that frame the side supports. All of this is compiled on top of exposed hardwood floors that are illuminated under an open window.
24 of Christmas Cabin Suite
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Yuletide carols demand to be sung in this bedroom with distressed shiplap walls, barndoor-style bedside tables, and a bed with the most fantastic red, white, and green plaid Christmas quilt. To strengthen the cabin vibes, a buck head hangs above the bed. Cabins are known for their rustic design, so all is well in this mountain paradise.
25 of Modern Meets Traditional Cottage Style
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Behold the implementation of modern and classic elements. As iron bedframes become more popular, the decorative pieces around them become more prominent to complement this coveted feature. This designer chose artwork in contemporary wooden frames beside white nightstands. The simple bedding is gray with a bold red and blue accent pillow.
26 of Modern Farmhouse Cottage Bedroom
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A few distressed elements can make any bedroom and cottage paradise, like this stripped white barn door and shiplap that accents the wall behind the bed. Simple quilts lay across the bed, accentuating the neutral comforter and throw pillows, and small modern barn lights were selected as sconces beside the bed.
27 of White Antique Bedroom With Hardwood Floors
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The original hardwood floors in this antique home are completely stunning. The addition of an old make-up vanity and vintage headboard are the perfect selections for a room that is well-meaning and purposeful. The cottage-inspired details go right down to the old doorknobs that welcome you into this quaint space.
