House Guest Essentials – Unique Etsy Finds

You probably could’ve guessed that when I travel, I’ll take a vacation home over a hotel any day. Who’s with me? Besides the actual travel location, it’s so fun to see new spaces, houses, and architecture. As a former vacation rental home owner myself (goodness, I miss that beach house!), I like guest spaces that feel both welcoming and personalized. When we owned our beach rental, it was my mission to find authentic decor to make all of our guests feel at home. Currently, I’ve got my eye on converting a laundry area into a guest room. As I gather up some styling ideas, I’ve teamed up with Etsy and AirBnB to share my curated finds for house guest essentials!

We probably all know a great host and one thing that sets them apart is the attention to detail! So whether you’re preparing a whole home or just a guest room, here’s a quick list of essentials plus, keep reading for some AirBnB styling ideas to get started.

House Guest Essentials

• Plenty of Linens: sheets, throw blankets, pillows
• Towels and washcloths set out and ready – everyone likes to freshen up!
• Daily Necessities: phone chargers, clocks, & mirrors go a long way
• Personal Details: plants, fresh flowers, books, magazines, and mints

Once you’ve got the essentials dialed in, now it’s time to focus on guest room decor! It’s a balance of finding functional, low maintenance items that also show some personality and design elements. I spent some time browsing Etsy and have gathered up some of my favorite decor perfect for vacation home rentals or guest rooms.

AirBnB Styling Ideas

1. Personalized Welcome Mat – Available in Bungalow, Cottage, Lake House, and Beach House: these set the tone for the visit and creates a welcoming vibe
2. Modern Soap Bottle Labels– Use these to elevate generic plastic or glass containers for a custom look, you will find these in all my bathroom spaces
3. Cedar Room & Loo Spray – Keep it fresh! This is my ALL TIME favorite room spray and a perfect addition for a guest bathroom
4. Handmade Coffee Mugs – Morning coffee always tastes better with a lovely mug! (black out of stock but available in white)
5. Personalized Guest Book – so many vacation house designs to choose from! These guest books are a perfect way to make a connection with guests
6. Turkish Hand Towels – I own so many of these towels & they are my absolute favorite in the kitchen & bathroom
7. Guest House Art Print, Rumi Poem – art work always feels more special with a story behind it, Rumi is one of my favorite poets and this one captures the sentiment of a guest perfectly
8. Soft Throw Blankets – A guest house can never have enough blankets for everyone to get cozy, I love these, they’re available in so many colors, are sustainable, and washable

While you’re decorating your guest space, use my FREE CHECKLIST to make sure you’ve covered all of the design elements. This makes it easy to create a balanced, well designed space.

Beautiful Vacation Homes on My Travel List

While planning this post, I took some time to browse and then get lost in the dreaminess of many home rentals on AirBnB. From amazing natural light to cute patios and cozy cabins – take a peek at these beautiful spaces for more inspiration.

I’m not sure what I’d love more – waking up in this dreamy space or taking a soak in the tub with a view of the majestic trees. In looking at this space, I see a perfect balance of function and design. The wall sconces, side tables, and wall hooks tell me this is a place I could stay comfortably. Meanwhile, the pampas wall hanging, linen sheets, and textured rugs means there’s an elements of coziness here.

Wow, so much inspiration to draw from this cute patio space! Of course the building beams and terra cotta tiles are a perfect foundation but details like the cafe lights, rugs, and simple table set create a dreamy space to spend a relaxing evening.

This guest bedroom shows how basic can be beautiful! The panel wood wall adds some design interest while the bed and night table are proportionate to the space making it feel cozy and inviting. By the looks of it, they’ve included a lot of house guest essentials making it a super welcoming spot.

And finally, this mountain cabin is exactly what woodsy dreams are made of. Here, the view is showstopper and every design decision shows this host knows it! With the deck maximizing the view and the fire pit creating a welcoming spot to sit outdoors.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re decorating a cozy guest room or curating the perfect vacation rental with AirbnB styling ideas, it’s the thoughtful touches that make all the difference—and Etsy is one of my favorite places to find those unique, welcoming details. From personalized art prints to handmade mugs and Turkish towels, I hope this list of house guest essentials helps gives some inspiration.

As a former beach cottage rental owner, I know how meaningful it is when guests feel at home, and I hope these finds inspire your own hosting journey. For even more design ideas, check out my article on How to Style a Vacation Rental.