Coastal Christmas Home

By Southern Living

A tranquil Palmetto Bluff beach cottage offers a place to escape from holiday stress in a casual setting. Simple, easy decorations make for peace on Earth.

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Casual Christmas Cottage

A charming Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina home gets festive with informal wreaths for the holidays.

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Decorated Door

The home's front door, conveniently painted red, lends itself to holiday dressing.

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Living Room

Since the home's porch is an extension of the interior, the family placed the tree just outside the French doors, which freed up space in the living room.

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Festive Detail

In the living room, a large square wreath framing a smaller round one mimics the shape of the fireplace below.

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Room for Everyone

The large dining table adjacent to the kitchen is perfect for holiday gatherings. Homeowners set the table for a buffet, with balls of boxwood and bud vases of gerbera daisies.

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Christmas Kitchen

In the kitchen, the window over the sink showcases a simple wreath.

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Sea-Inspired Holiday Bedroom

Crisp white linens adorned with red piping and lobsters in the master bedroom make a suitable tribute to Christmas in a beachy setting. Red flowers and pillows amp up the look.

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Family Fire Pit

An outdoor fireplace makes the patio the opportune spot for holiday entertaining.

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Photo: Laurey W. Glenn
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