After
buying a house that offers an outdoor escape directly from the bedroom,
I've had a firsthand look at what it's like to have such a luxury.
Sure, it's a simple thing, really — we'd never bat an eye at having a
door off the front of the house. It's normal and expected. But to have a
private escape off the side of your bedroom is something else entirely.
Whether
it's a walkout that steps directly into the yard or one that slips off
to a small retreat, the overall feeling is the same. Going to bed only
to realize that you'd rather gaze at the stars would no longer cause a
stir throughout the rest of the house. And better still, waking up and
wishing to sneak outside before conversing with others is a very nice
option to have. We all have those mornings, right?
So, as an ode
to bedrooms that offer such a treat, here are 13 photos of gorgeous
bedroom walkouts. Be sure to pay close attention to the doors: It seems
that they all have one thing in common. Wide open access to and from,
helping the separate spaces merge into one.
My favorite part about this
patio is all the texture! Bricks under your footsteps, shake siding to
your side, glossy planters down low, manicured plants reaching upwards —
all things that make this outdoor retreat deserving of an open-door
policy.
So, are you ready for a bedroom with outdoor access in
your own home? Or maybe you already have one? If you do, we'd love to
see your photos! Be sure to share in the Comments section below.