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- Making a guest room cozy for the holidays takes a few thoughtful touches.
- We spoke to bed and breakfast owners who recommended the best guest room ideas.
- Add scented candles, soft throws, and fresh greenery to create a festive mood.
Getting a guest room ready for the holidays doesn’t have to involve a complete overhaul. Adding thoughtful and useful touches along with some winter-themed decor will help your guests feel at home.
For advice on preparing a guest room, we reached out to two bed and breakfast owners — Tamara Ehlin, proprietor of The Forsyth B&B, and Kim McFayden, Airbnb host of two and a half years and founder and editor of Ecoshack.
“We’re mindful that not everyone celebrates Christmas so we try to utilize decorations that really highlight winter, while also bringing in a lot of cozy textures and comforting touches to add some beauty and romance,” says Ehlin.
Here are some guest room ideas to create a functional, comfortable space where your friends or family can relax and unwind.