Cape Cod Style Bedroom Furniture ~ Home Furniture Concepts

Cape Cod Style Bedroom Furniture

If you've ever been to Cape Cod, you've probably been charmed by the cute style of house the destination is most known for featuring. These cute cottages are full of interesting history—they even have roots that go back to 17th-century New England. So, when we spotted this listing for a 1805 home in Clinton, Connecticut, that's on the National Register of Historic Places, we knew we'd hit the real estate jackpot, so to speak.

Whether you've never been to New England, or are a Cape Cod regular, here are eight ways this charming cottage nails the classic Cape Cod look:

1. A perfectly symmetrical exterior can achieve major curb appeal.

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Have you ever noticed how everything old somehow comes back in style at some point? If you're looking for a home that offers major curb appeal, it turns out the secret is to find a home with perfect symmetry. Cape Cod cottages are characterized by a central door flanked by two windows on each side, as well as a central chimney.

2. The color scheme is just as historic as the home.

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Cape Cod style cottages were designed to blend in with their surrounding landscapes, so many of the homes feature neutral palettes. This home has touches of red, which represents the sunset.

3. Paying careful attention to trim color can have spectacular results.

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While most Cape Cod cottages have white trimming to make other design elements stand out, this home goes the opposite route. Updated red-toned trimmings make a statement of their own while staying true to the home's character.

4. Hardwood flooring is a long-time classic.

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Turns out, 17th-century New Englanders loved clean hardwood flooring just as much as we do. Once a classic, always a classic!

5. Forget two floors—this home is one-and-a-half stories high.

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Cape Cod cottages utilize an interesting layout to best maximize space: Instead of having a full second floor, many have a half-story upstairs.

6. Dormers bring light into the cottage.

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In addition to having two window on either side of the front door, Cape Cod cottages also tend to have symmetrical dormers to light up the second floors. This smart design decision opens up space under the roof, making it livable.

7. It has a mural to actually show you what living in New England is like.

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While this home has many traditional Cape Cod style details, this mural is one of its real hidden gems. As anyone who's ever lived in New England knows, in addition to having stunning fall foliage, the region gets tons (upon tons!) of snow. This mural is a quaint reminder that chilly landscapes can be beautiful, too.

8. It's built to stand up to harsh weather.

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This home has a pitched cedar shingle roof, built from ample surrounding forestry. With location in mind, Cape Cod cottages were build to withstand the elements.

This cottage could be yours for $349,900. Check out the full listing at William Raveis Real Estate.

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Cape Cod Style Bedroom Furniture

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