The Guest Room

Hosting guests anytime soon?  We’re coming up to that time of year, when many households have to find a way to expand to fit extra family members who are visiting over the festive season.  

If you have ever had a less than pleasant experiences as a guest in the past, you know how important it is to create a space that welcomes guests and makes them feel comfortable.

1.       Make some space

If you’re lucky enough to have a spare room, I bet it’s become a magnet for piles of washing and home-less possessions.  You’ll need to declutter, even if it’s filling up a couple of boxes and moving them into the garage for the time being.

If you’ve moved the kids out of their room for the night, again, you’ll need to make some space for your guests so that they don’t feel like they’re intruding.

2.       Layer the bed

A top tip to make your room look special is to add some extra layers. A few extra colourful pillows and an attractive blanket will make the bed look comfortable and inviting.

3.       Essentials

A reading lamp by the bed, a clock, towels and a wastepaper basket are all things that can

get forgotten. It’s also a nice idea to leave out some hangers for your guests and make a bit of room in a cupboard.

4.       Freshen up

Hopefully the room is nice and clean; add some flowers or a candle for a fresh scent!

 

5.       Reading materials

Books and magazines are a nice gesture and add a bit of colour and interest to a room.

6.       Extra touches

A nice touch is to leave a note on the bedside table with your wifi password for your guest to use. You also might want to leave a spare set of keys so your guests feel free to come and go as they please.

(images used are from our Chesterhill Wood show house)