Fresh air makes for a better night's sleep, so why not just go to bed outside? These gorgeous outdoor bedrooms will inspire you to create your own al fresco spot to slumber the night away or just grab a few winks on a lazy afternoon.
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Secret Hideaway
An outdoor Murphy bed covered in shabby chic bedding turns this deck, designed by Sara Balough Designs, into a dreamy hideaway for snoozing under the sky. The rolling table fits over the bed so you can brunch or journal without ever getting up. So cozy!
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Romantic Retreat
Red linens make this secluded woodland spot super romantic while flowy curtains on the canopy bed provide privacy. Designed by Anne Marie Allen of Allen Land Design, the magical space is surrounded by a flowering cherry tree, Japanese maples, grass-like Carex, and burgundy Heuchera.
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Ethereal Enclave
Discovered on a garden tour by Melissa of the Garden Shed Hall of Fame, this relaxing space is located underneath a raised garden shed. Surrounded by gauzy curtains to create an ethereal enclave, an antique iron bedframe is topped with a colorful patchwork quilt, while a stone pedestal table serves as a perfect nightstand—and a sweet space for a vase of cut flowers.
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Al Fresco B&B
Tucked under a tree next to a field of native Bluebonnets, this outdoor bedroom on the 30-acre Cedar Hill Farms in Round Top, Texas, feels like an al fresco B&B. Its French country style makes it a graceful spot for owner and designer Anita Joyce to relax far away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
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Sleeping Porch
Natural breezes and ocean views make this porch on the upper level of a seaside New Jersey home, designed by Richard Bubnowski, the perfect place for rest and relaxation. A stately platform for a double bed hangs on sturdy chains to slowly rock you to sleep.
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Canopied Swing Bed
This DIY wooden swing-bed platform is a solid space for blogger and bookworm Tania Griffis of Run to Radiance to curl up with her favorite novels. Two lounge-chair cushions covered with a canvas drop cloth provide a super comfy place to stretch out, while lacy curtains from Ikea make it a serene getaway.
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Boho Chic Escape
Mellow out in this boho chic daybed shaded with canopies of colorful tapestries. Designed by landscape designer Pamela Berstler of the Green Gardens Group, this backyard escape is a dream come true.
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Suspended Dream State
Suspended from a massive rustic pergola over a verdant garden bed, this oasis designed by Jamie Durie features a generously sized hammock, perfect for napping next to the adjacent miniature lily pond or languidly conversing with guests at the dining table on the other side.
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Tree-Swing Bed
Hang up this DIY pallet-and-rope swing bed from Manda at The Merrythought on a sturdy tree branch for a lazy girl's dream space. She topped the twin-size mattress with a pastel-perfect quilt, pillows in vintage cases, and a sweet throw pillow.
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Twee Glamping
This pretty little glamping setup created by Kim at The Twice Remembered Cottage is perfect for a spot of tea and crumpets before an afternoon nap. After building a tent with crisp white blankets, she filled it with a cozy feather mattress, quilts, crocheted throws, and lots of luxe pillows.
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Cozy Chamber
Clare of The Robin and Sparrow covets her neighbor's charming secluded garden space, complete with an outdoor bed that gets even cozier as the clematis grows long and thick over the summer. The cozy nook is filled with soft vintage bedding and fluffy down pillows, while a miniature chandelier, twinkly lights, candles, and lanterns make it feel extra magical at night.
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Deck-Side Dozing
An oversized daybed, accented with flowing white curtains and pops of orange, transforms a sleek white pergola into a serene and private spot to catch a few z's next to a backyard deck.
Ellen Sturm Niz is a New York City-based editor and writer with a passion for home design. Check out her Etsy shop and follow her on Twitter and Pinterest.
Ellen Sturm Niz is a New York City-based editor and writer who writes about women's lifestyle, home design, DIY projects, food & entertaining, and parenting. She has a Bachelor's degree in journalism from Ohio University and wrote an (unaired) episode of "Charlie's Angels" when she was eight. When not parenting or working, Ellen likes doing arts & craft projects—she's especially proud of the Bob Ross-style painting she made—and binge-watching TV. She recently launched her own Etsy shop of graphic design wall prints called MirroredMessages.