Design & DIY

9 items to spruce up your cottage patio this summer

Published: April 1, 2019 Updated: March 26, 2024
A patio set by a waterfront.
Photo courtesy of Rona.
Rona Ocean Breeze patio set

Chairs and a patio table from Rona's Ocean Breeze collection perfect for any waterfront property.

Lawn chairs along a waterfront.
Photo courtesy of Lowes
Lowes lawn chair

These chairs from the Lowes Seaside Haven collection are great for a patio or dock.

A collection of patio decor by a waterfront.
Photo courtesy of Lowes
Seaside Haven patio accessories by Lowes

Accessories from the Lowe's Seaside Haven collection.

A small patio set on a porch.
Photo courtesy of Ikea.com
An Ikea morning patio set

A set from Ikea for an intimate patio experience.

A brown patio set on a porch with an umbrella.
Photo courtesy of Ikea.com
A patio set by Ikea

A cozy Ikea collection for sunny cottage mornings.

A stool that looks like a wood stump.
Photo courtesy of burkedecor.com
A wood stump stool

This creative and woodsy stool from Burke Decor would be an eye-catching piece.

A grey patio set.
Photo courtesy of burkedecor.com
An elegant Burke Decor set

Lounge on this patio set as you enjoy a cold beer at your cottage.

A cube-shaped pouf in red, blue, and white.
Photo courtesy of burkedecor.com.
A pouf with a rope-knot design

This cushy pouf would be comfy addition to any cottage deck.

A lantern on a patio table by the water.
Photo courtesy of Rona.
A lantern from Rona

A lantern that will light up your cottage nights.

With the warmer weather slowly setting in, wistful thinking about summer days out on your cottage deck is closer to reality. In the meantime, we’ve got a number of items that’ll spruce up your cottage and get you in the mood for the sunny days ahead. Whether you’re looking for a few small additions or hoping to create a whole new vibe, here are some ideas to welcome the warmer season that’s just around the corner.

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