Many of us try to take some weeks off during summer to relax somewhere far away from work, errands and that nosy neighbor. Imagine being able to pack your bags and get on a plane. Your destination? A tiny beachfront cottage in the Bahamas!
With simple neutral coastal interiors, this beach cottage is dreamy from beginning to end. An open concept floorplan makes this small cottage feel more spacious while high ceilings bring an airy feel.
The decor in this cottage is yet another positive factor in this place. Subtle coastal decorative pieces are displayed in many areas, but what really predominates here is the clean and timeless architectural appeal found in details such as plank walls and wide plank wood flooring.
If the ocean brings peace to you, as it does to me, you will probably love to sit on the front porch and watch the sunset while hearing the waves crashing only a few steps away.
Now, go close the door (or your ears) to any noise outside. For the next couple of minutes you’re away for a virtual vacation… and we’re about to arrive in the Bahamas.
Interiors by Laura Hay Decor & Design.
Beach Cottage in the Bahamas
This beach front cottage is pure charm, inside and out!
Front Door
Classic white on white exterior and cedar shingled roofing.
White Picket Fence
White picket fence and across from the beach? How perfect is this cottage?!
Front Porch
A front porch with ocean views… can never go wrong with that!
Ocean’s Breeze
I could stay here for hours, just thinking about life and the many friends I haven’t seen in a long time.
Entryway
Simplicity and beauty is found everywhere in this cottage.
Note the linen window shades and the door hardware.
Open Dream
High ceilings make this open space feel larger than it actually is.
I love the oversized hanging lanterns.
Dining Area
The dining area is just beside a large island and it feels stylish and casual, which is perfect for this space.
Kitchen
With wide plank wood flooring and omitting upper cabinets, this kitchen is full of great design ideas.
Countertop is soapstone.
Paint Color
Wall & Kitchen Cabinet Paint Color: “Benjamin Moore Dove Wing OC-18”
From Wall to Wall
The view of the entire room from the kitchen island.
Butler’s Pantry
With light gray cabinets and soapstone countertop, this butler’s pantry offers some extra storage and is perfect to prepare quick drinks.
Powder Room
Paint Color: “Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter”.
This powder room is fantastic! I love the sea shell mirror and white marble countertop against the warm gray paint color.
Master Bedroom
What a beautiful bedroom! I love the idea of having built-ins on both sides of the bed for extra storage.
Also, notice the coral pillows working really well against the neutral color palette.
Bathroom
I really like this bathroom style. It’s uncomplicated and timeless!
Sconces are from Circa Lighting.
Bathroom Vanity
This vanity was custom designed and made my Falcon Kitchens, Toronto.
Guest Bedroom
This guest bedroom is all about simplicity and comfort.
The headboards were custom designed. They were fabricated in Toronto and upholstered with a textured woven fabric that gives the appearance of raffia.
Coastal Guest Bedroom
This coastal guest bedroom feels welcoming and youthful.
Art is from Princess Gallery”, Harbour Island.
Rue
Your little “paradise”…
Taking Small Steps
Let’s sit here and get our feet wet… 🙂
Backyard
The pool, the guest house and a very cute “puppy”.
In fact, the guest bedrooms we just saw above are located in the guest house.
View
A dreamy porch with turquoise ocean views…
Patio
An expansive outdoor table offers plenty of space for family and guests to enjoy this tropical patio.
Natural
Natural decor is always an easy and affordable way to beautify your home.
Gardens
Beautiful architecture and colorful gardens.
Outdoor Shower
This cottage keeps getting better and better! It comes even with an outdoor shower!
Under the Stars
Wouldn’t it be nice to go for a swim here during a summer night?
Deep Blue
The view from the pool towards the cottage and the beach.
Palm Trees
This place is beautiful during the day and night.
Al Fresco
If you could invite anyone to have dinner with you here, who would it be?
Sources: Interiors by Laura Hay Decor & Design.
Photos by: Lori Hamilton.
I hope you could take a break and relax for a while. I am trying to take it slow right now, just enjoying summer with my family and not many errands on my to-do list. I am not sure if we’ll travel, but just the fact that I don’t have to hear the alarm clock every morning is already a big plus for me. Summer is definitely my favorite time of the year!
Wishing you all a sunny, happy and healthy day!
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Paradise! Only a hurricane could make me want to leave…love everything about it! The bench seating built-in between the porch posts is so clever!
Wow..I could almost hear those palm trees swaying! Amazing….love it. It is small enough to be manageable but big enough to entertain in, and I love the vaulted ceilings..I would have used more white inside, but its a winner to me!!
I Just came back from vacationing in Bahamas. Love the relaxed vibe & colorful homes in pink & turquoise!
How quaint and charming. I love all of the textures and the art is wonderful! Hope you are doing well, sweet friend!
Love the clean lines of this coastal home. So refreshing to see some softer, warm neutrals used against the white (and a few lighter gray) walls. Still has a soothing coastal feel without the predictability of white with blues. Lovely images! Thanks for posting.
What a charming cottage and I especially like the use of the native coconut palms & driftwood as a table decoration.
We lived in the northern Bahamas on a tiny private cay in Abaco for many years. I would love to know which island this lovely cottage is on. The surrounding look like one of the out-islands or a private cay. Maybe Eleuthera? Any chance you could share it’s location?
Sam
Hi Sam,
I was curious about that also! Please, try to contact the designer. She might be able to inform you!
Thank you.
Luciane
I would also love to know the locale. Is it a private home or a vacation rental?
Also, is there anyway to get the floor plan for this design? (just a simple plan even, b/c we are designing a future home and i love this layout)
Hello Jeanette.
Thank you for your comment! I believe this is not a rental. Please feel free to contact the designer for more information: http://www.laurahaydesign.com/
Luciane
Beautiful. Love the layout and inspiration. Thank you for posting this lovely home. Always enjoy your blog.
Delightfully charming!! Excellent use of space…very inspiring and inviting. Thank you for sharing…a mini-retreat right here!!
Gorgeous! wonder if it is a rental?
I haven’t seen a better use of location, land, home design and decor in a long time. That property was absolutely perfect! Who wouldn’t be finding ways to clear ones’ work calendar so that you might spend more time in your beautiful retreat by the sea?
Looks almost exactly like my house in VA which was built in 2011!
Fantastic house, but the beach is on the other side of the island, to the east… This is on Bay Street, overlooking i
A beautiful bay, with no beach.