Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Be my guest


Some friends and I were talking about what makes a guest room comfortable. I don't have a very big room for guests but I hope they are comfortable in it. Using a trundle bed allows some walk around room when I have only one guest. The trundle pulls out and up making a place for two.

A small spot in the closet or wardrobe for hanging or folded items. My armoire has a small TV in it and some fresh towels.
A place to sit.
A few soaps and fragrant items. I try to have a basket of travel sizes items like shampoos and toothpaste in case they forget something.


I need one of these. A luggage rack or somewhere to place a suitcase or bag.
Nice sheets, extra blankets, and pillows. Ironing sheets is nice with a linen spray. I usually sprinkle some baby powder into my pillow cases.
I think an alarm clock, a night table on which to place a few personal items, and a reading light are nice to have. Curtains or shades allow for privacy. I have a mirror on one wall. I like to clear my clutter too.

What would you like to have as a guest in someone's home?

19 comments:

Anonymous said...

You did great.. how much a night?

Meggie said...

Your guest room looks most inviting! I appreciate an alarm clock when away. Fluffy towels are a real pleasure also.

Unknown said...

Your guest room is a five star room. I wouldn’t want something more you thought of everything. It is great and a true pleasure to be your guest.

Suzy

Karen H. said...

Good Morning Nan
"THANK YOU" for letting me stay in your Guest Room. It is so comfy and very beautiful. I don't need the alarm clock since I use one everyday. LOL. I'll just let you wake me up. I love the Amoire. The goodies in the bathroom are nice as well. I don't think I could use anything else. Well, let's see, if you have an extra million just lingering around. LOL. Take care my friend and have a great day. May God Bless You and Yours. I enjoyed my stay in your Guest Room.

Love & Hugs,
Karen H.

Natasha Burns said...

Oh wow I'd love to be a guest there, your home looks incredible!

Anonymous said...

Great room! Did you redo it? I don't remember it looking like this. It sure is perfect now. If I wasn't in FL right now. I'd be right over! Thanks for sharing. Christy :-) <><

Janet said...

Very warm and welcoming:>)

Rosie's Whimsy said...

You did a great job on your guest room. It would make me feel very special and pampered! ((hugs)) Rosie

PAT said...

Your guest room is beautiful! I need one of those luggage racks, too.

Pat

Anonymous said...

i'll be there when it warms up.... meanwhile i would like you to stock up on some fine chocolates!!!:) :) Sandi

Dena said...

What a lovely room! Fresh crisp sheets and baby powder in the pillows sound just decadent :) I think you've made a very comfortable and welcoming retreat.

Hugs,
Dena

Unknown said...

My your guest room is so beautiful. I can't see the guests ever wanting to leave. Perfect.

Adrienne said...

Oh, can I come stay in your guest room? But I don't want the alarm clock, thank you - I'll be on vacation from clocks! Your room is wonderful. Just cozy and comfy. I'm getting to re-do ours. I'm taking a hide-a-bed out and putting a daybed with pull-up trundle in. I'll share it with you when it happens. Won't be quite yet. Have to finish another project first.

Anonymous said...

I'll be right over!!

That is so cosy looking!

kari and kijsa said...

What a wonderful guest room! We would love to visit anytime!! we once read this, and try to follow this advice...spend a night in your own guest room...it will reveal all the goodness (and some of the needs as well!!)

Have a fabulous evening,
blessings,
kari & kijsa

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

Love your guest room! In my guest room I have a queen size bed, extra quilts, newest magazines, a couple of great paperback books, some water bottles, two comfy oversized robes, a couple of relaxing CS's, always fresh flowers and chocolate on the pillows....
Penny

Talk..to..Grams said...

What a lovely guest room! wow! You have done a great job! Love and hugs Grams

bj said...

FABULOUS GUEST ROOM....so inviting and seems to have every thing a guest could possibly want.
hugs, bj

Unknown said...

Wow - I love your guest room!! It's beautiful! When I'm a guest in someone's home, I like to have a bedside table where I can put a glass of water, kleenex, and a spot for jewelry. My husband likes guest rooms that have a table, comfy chair and bright lighting to read a book or the newspaper. Hope that helps! Have a great weekend!

Jen