How to Turn Your Home Into a Rural Retreat

The perfect marriage of classic, outdoor furniture nostalgia and modern cool, this updated rocking chair is made for durability, uniting rustic rattan and cane backing with sleek powder-coated metal armrests. It also provides the perfect spot for watching evening paddles up the tarn, Tennessee whisky in hand.

Think outside the box with this cotton pillow set inspired by Russian Suzani textiles. The burgundy hues work well all year long, but coordinate especially well with changing fall foliage. 

If you love the idea of a fire pit for warming up on brisk evenings but are worried your cabin will go up in smoke, consider this steel-grated patio fireplace. The kicker: It can be moved with ease when not in use—or if you’re just feeling the heat a little too strongly—thanks to its smart handle and wheels.

On first glance, this melamine salad server looks like one of those artisan ceramic bowls you’d find at a hipster boutique upstate. The fact that its maintenance is a breeze (it can go straight into the dishwasher) makes it even more of a steal.

Nesting mountain peaks or repeated tree motif—whatever you see in these retro-inspired decorative throw pillows feels just right. A UV-treated, water-repellent finish makes them ideal for outdoor use, whether they’re tossed on a waterside Adirondack chair or on a shady hammock strung between trees.

This marble cheese board brings the outdoors in with its simple stone-and-wood body, but it’s also an easy way to elevate a low-key evening among friends. Place it on a pine picnic table—the subtle veining brings out the warm grain of the wood for an understated nature-inspired aesthetic.

Whether you’re using these string lights to brighten up your outdoor space or add a flattering glow in a dining room, you’re sure to create some unexpected magic. Adhere them tightly for a modern look, or let them hang in loose loops for a romantic feel.

Table runners aren’t just pretty—they’re practical. This cotton French-striped option is an elegant take on rustic plaids, though still down-to-earth enough for everyday use. 

How’s this for a bright idea? Replace lifeless outdoor lighting with this farmhouse-style wall lamp. The earthy green will play off your surroundings.

If you’re looking for a stylish way to add contrast to wooden homes, consider this glam metallic planter. The effect is two-fold: The lustrous cast-aluminum basin gives the warmth of the wood a hard edge, while the cascading greenery inside adds softness and life.

This wooden tray is more than just an entertaining helper, though it certainly does the job of hauling drinks and dishes with ease. Use it to display stacks of books on a cocktail table, corral keys and pocket-bound detritus in an entry, or perfumes and toiletries on a vanity in your bedroom.

The key to making any house feel cozy is to add texture. Enter this braided throw pillow, which is like the grown-up equivalent of a camp lanyard. The neutral hue is versatile enough for use indoors and out, on a sofa or hammock. Plus, chilly evenings are no match for its snug factor.

Bring your plants off the ground with a decorative stand that infuses your space with green energy. Perch this compact urn-shaped planter behind a wicker armchair, ceramic garden stool, or wooden credenza to impart natural contrast without upstaging the rest of the room.

This acacia wood dining table looks much more expensive than its price tag, and is roomy enough to seat six.

Its height and shape makes it a great anchor for a traditional outdoor seating area, but it works just as well in the kitchen, too.

The tight fringe on this jute-burlap table runner is reminiscent of a French country stripe, but feels right at home in a rural setting. While most might place it down the center of a dining table, consider it for an entry table in a foyer or to decorate a side table in the living room.