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Check out these cozy Cape Cod coastal decor ideas below.
Summer is officially close enough to touch, and it has me day dreaming of sandy beaches and booking a Cape Cod getaway. While I may not have the budget this summer to rent a cozy coastal beach vacation home in the Northeast, I may as well bring the aesthetic into my home.
Light-airy fabrics, wicker accents, fresh white hydrangeas and traditional, coastal furniture makes this decor look come to life. It’s a timeless style that feels cozy, nostalgic and fresh all at once—making it perfect for the summer season.
If you’ve seen the coastal grandma or Nancy Meyer’s-inspired decor, then you’re going to be obsessed with these cozy cape cod home finds. We’ve rounded up the best coastal decor ideas to help transport you to a maritime retreat right at home.
15 Cozy Cape Cod Coastal Decor Ideas
1. Tongue and Groove Paneling
Whether you install tongue and groove paneling on your walls, ceiling or both, it instantly adds the quintessential coastal feel to any space. We love the look of it in a living room, primary bedroom or entryway. It’s a gorgeous way to add subtle texture and coziness to a room.
2. Rattan Accents
Rattan accents add warmth to a space. Try adding a rattan headboard to your bedroom, a rattan console to your living or entry space or a rattan dining chairs in your breakfast nook.
3. Jute Rugs
Coastal decor is defined by a lot of woven materials and jute rugs are a typical choice to complete a living room or bedroom space. You can choose between a thicker or smaller weave and different color options as well. Natural jute rugs add warmth, while a lighter jute rug adds a light, cozy element.
4. Large Lamps
One of the easiest ways to add a cozy element to a space is with the warm glow of a lamp. Large lamps add height to a space and can create a luxe look. Look for lamps with blue, cream, white or tan bases. Unique lamp base shapes also add visual interest to a room.
5. Coastal Art
Another super simple way to change the aesthetic of your space is adding costal art. Don’t know where to start? Think about the wall space you have to fill. If it’s a large space, try installing one large print or a gallery wall. If you have a smaller space to cover, look for one small coastal print or a few to line beside each other.
6. Comfy Slipcovered Sofas
An iconic characteristic of coastal home decor is a comfortable, slip-covered sofas and sectionals in a living room. Whether you’re wanting to create a coastal aesthetic in your city apartment or your own home, a slipcovered sofa will add that traditional cozy look to your living room.
7. Patterned Pillows
To create a cozy, curated space, adding pillows with pattern and texture is a must! Opt for classic patterns like stripes or florals. If you’re looking for some cozy, textured pillows to add to your living room or bedroom, boucle, linen and cotton pillows are a great choice.
8. Florals
Florals are a non-negotiable no matter your design style. They bring in so much life and happiness to a space.
However, when you’re looking for florals (faux or real), hydrangeas, peonies and roses are a great option to create a costal feel in your home. Add them to a vase for your coffee table, kitchen counter or entry table.
9. Dark Wood Accents
While dark wood features aren’t what typically come to mind when you envision a bright, airy home on the beach, adding dark wood accents to several spaces add charm, character and warmth.
Wondering how to implement this idea in your space? Maybe add a dark wood breakfast nook table and chairs, a chest at the end of your bed or a small dark stained dresser to an entryway. To keep these spaces light and bright, make the surrounding decorative details neutrals or light blues and greens.
10. Colorful Accents
While coastal design is filled with a love of neutral colors, don’t be afraid to add colorful accents to your space. Roll out a colorful knit rug. Add some colorful pillows on your sofa or bed. Line your bookshelves with your colorful book collection. A pop of color here and there creates interest and fun within a space.
11. Light, Airy Bedding
Are you looking to create a coastal look in your bedroom? When it comes to choosing bedding to fit the aesthetic, go for light and airy bedding. Dress your bed white or light blue duvet cover with a fluffy insert. Add a light, cozy blanket to the end of the bed and layer on decorative pillows with classic costal patterns and textures.
12. Wicker Furniture
Wicker chairs and benches are perfect accent pieces to add to a living room or bedroom. It’s such a classic material used in costal design, so creating a Cape Cod inspired home without it would be a crime.
13. Floral Wallpaper
Looking to add a feature wall or fill a room with personality? Floral wallpaper will add such a cute moment in a space. It’s used many times in coastal home’s bathrooms, laundry rooms, entryways and bedrooms for a pop of color.
14. Antique Decor Pieces
Adding antique decor pieces like vintage vases, patinated trays, and antique mirrors will make your spaces more curated. It also creates a cozy charm to a space that makes a Cape Cod style home feel like it’s meant to be lived in.
15. Cozy Blankets
Lastly, having cozy blankets around your home will definitely make the space feel relaxing. Go for lighter weight blankets to add to the end of your bed or at the end of a sectional.
