Furniture That Works in a Second Home

There’s something special about a holiday house.

Whether it's by the coast, tucked away in the countryside, or nestled in a favourite regional town, these homes often become gathering places for family and friends. Long weekends turn into extended stays, grandchildren come to visit, and spare rooms suddenly need to work a little harder.

When furnishing a second home, practicality matters. But so does creating a space that feels relaxed, welcoming, and easy to live in. The best holiday homes strike a balance between the two: create more sleeping space without adding an extra room!

One of the biggest challenges in a holiday house is accommodating guests. You want enough beds for family and friends, but you also want bedrooms to feel spacious and uncluttered when they're not being used. This is where flexible furniture can make all the difference.

Our Classic Timber Bed Frame and Lou Bed Frame are both designed to work beautifully with our Sleek Trundle. During the day, the trundle sits neatly tucked away underneath the bed. When guests arrive, it simply rolls out to create an additional sleeping space.

It's a simple solution that allows one room to comfortably accommodate more people without permanently filling the space with extra beds.

For families with children, visiting grandchildren, or a steady stream of holiday guests, the combination of a bed frame and trundle can dramatically increase sleeping capacity while keeping bedrooms calm and functional.

Simple Furniture for Relaxed Living

One of the reasons people love holiday homes is because life feels simpler there. There are fewer distractions, slower mornings, and more time spent enjoying the things that matter. The furniture should support that feeling.

Our Classic Bed Frame has become one of our most popular designs because of its simplicity. Strong, sturdy, and intentionally understated, it allows beautiful bedding, natural light, and the surrounding space to take centre stage.

The Lou Bed Frame offers a similarly minimal aesthetic while bringing a slightly elevated look to the room. Both designs work effortlessly in coastal homes, guest rooms, children's rooms, and family holiday houses.

Choose Materials That Can Handle Everyday Life

Holiday homes tend to see a lot of activity. Beach towels, sandy feet, overnight guests, family gatherings, and busy holiday periods all place demands on furniture. Solid timber is particularly well suited to this environment.

Durable, easy to maintain, and designed to last, solid timber develops character over time rather than wearing out. It is a material that feels at home in coastal settings, country retreats, and family homes alike.

Rather than replacing furniture every few years, many people choose solid timber because it continues to age beautifully alongside the home itself.

Design for the Long Term

The best holiday homes evolve with the families who use them. A guest room may become a children's room. A children's room may later host grandchildren. Sleeping arrangements change, but thoughtful furniture can adapt along the way. That's why we believe in investing in pieces that are versatile, practical, and built to last.

A simple timber bed paired with a trundle offers flexibility for years to come, helping your holiday home accommodate changing needs without compromising on comfort or style.

A Place People Want to Return To

The most memorable holiday homes aren't necessarily the biggest or most luxurious. They're the ones that feel welcoming. Comfortable beds. Thoughtful spaces. Furniture that works quietly in the background while family memories are made.

Because at the end of the day, that's what a holiday house is really about : creating a place people love coming back to.

mubu x