Do you want your vacation getaway home to be an exact duplicate of your main home?

Of course not! Your leisure life is far more relaxed and free than your everyday life so you’ll want that to be reflected in your home away from home. Perhaps you are attracted to a different architectural and decorative style that you’d like to explore. Go a bit more sleek and modern or maybe indulge your love for a rustic, natural feel. If the colors used in your main home are neutral, take a chance on some brighter, more vibrant hues in your vacation home.

You’ll most likely choose your vacation destination because of the views and the opportunity to indulge your love of the outdoors. When you are inside, the outdoors should be calling to you through expansive windows and large outdoor spaces. The interior should be comfortable and inviting, possibly including some entertainment spaces that you don’t have in your main home. You want your vacation home to welcome you and your guests with open arms.

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Karl Neumann

Photo by Heidi Long

Photo by Karl Neumann