Good morning, chic friends! It’s the most wonderful season of the year, and we are getting ready for guests! The holiday season means fun, food, and plenty of family and friends filling the house with laughter and joy. For us, this always means one thing: It’s time for a guest room refresh! With our 7 easy tips you will prepare your guest room for the holidays and be ready for hosting in no time. Now could someone could please help us with all that gift wrapping…
1. Accent Chairs Are a Must!
If you have space–even a little extra corner–occasional seating can be a total game changer for hosting guests. A spot for them to tie their shoes, chat on the phone, or just rest is always welcome.
2. Refresh the lighting for an instant lift!
If there’s anything cozier than climbing into a cozy bed with a good book and flipping on the perfect sconce for lighting our little corner of the world, we don’t know what it is! From darling sconces to statement-making chandeliers to the the perfect table lamps, great lighting is a must when it comes to making a guest room feel warm and inviting.
3. Our absolute favorite piece for the guest room? A desk!
Between the beds, in a corner, below a TV… We love giving our guests a little extra space for working, planning, or sending those last-minute holiday cards.
4. A chaise lounge gives the bedroom a beautiful finished look.
And it’s a perfect spot for tote bags, suitcases or guests to relax with their favorite book. Bonus points for that view!
5. Mirrors can change a room’s feel in a snap!
Pillows can infuse an instant beachy, laid-back vibe, a four-poster feels luxurious, and an upholstered piece is cozy and warm.
6. Maybe this goes without saying but… beautiful bedding is an absolute must!
Once or twice a year, we take a little sojourn into our guest bedrooms to make sure the pillows are fluffy, the bedding is luxe, and our spare room is an overall soothing experience. Plus, it’s a fun little getaway for us, too! Who couldn’t use a staycation this time of year?

Source: Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles | Heather Dewberry Interior Design | Norman Askins Architect | Emily Followill Photography
7. The right accessories are the perfect finishing touch!
A bedside clock, a charming vase, a sweet ottoman, a delicious candle... Nothing makes your guests feel more pampered than realizing you took the time to think of every last little detail when appointing a space for them. We’re big fans of beautiful welcome baskets with basics like towels, toothbrushes, and toiletries to make any guest feel right at home.
Add a simple holiday touch or two–if you please!–and the way you prepare your guest room for the holidays will make your friends feel special in no time flat.
Thank you for visiting Design Chic! We always love seeing you here!

Thank you so much for visiting Design Chic. We always love seeing you here!

Welcome to Peachtree Bluff: a cozy coastal town where family secrets refuse to be washed away by the tide and close-knit community is everything. As New York Times bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey reunites the Murphy crew just in time for pumpkin spice season, “we dare you not to wish you were a member of this family” (E!).

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