Bonjour and welcome to the Art of the Home gallery of country rustic porch ideas. We hope you enjoy the visit!
If you prefer natural wood structures with a cozy, lived-in feel, then you may fall in love with the following photos of rustic country porches. Simple and inviting, this type of porch design makes use of wood, logs, timber (some can be reclaimed or repurposed) and architectural and decor aspects made to recreate being in the outdoors. The best partner to a cabin or lodge tucked away in the woods and can be decorated with your antique finds — you don’t need to worry about scratching your furniture since it’s already vintage! As you will see from the photos below, a country rustic porch is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the outdoors with family and friends while being protected from the elements.
Porch owners get to choose how rustic they want their porch to be – from just a few rustic accents here and there to a full-on log cabin in the mountains style. And what’s more rustic than wood? Old wood! Imagine the beauty of repurposed timber as ceiling beams or as columns holding the railings…the character of distressed barn wood as floor planks or wall cladding. And how about a thatched roof and bamboo railings? Very organic and quaint! And if bugs are a concern, an open porch can be easily turned into a screened-in porch. You can turn on your old-fashioned lantern at night and not worry about moths. You can enjoy the sunrise (or sunsets) from swings, swing chairs, wicker chairs and sofas, wooden benches, or Adirondack loungers. Or a unique handcrafted item, like a custom wood bench – beautiful, functional, and possibly going to be a family heirloom. And to break the rawness of all that wood, neutral-colored cushions give a soft classy touch while fresh pops of color from throw pillows, ottomans, and daybeds will give a bit of modern farmhouse feel. And to top it all off, a dash of greenery in planters (cactus, succulents, miniature lemon, and olive trees!) or hanging baskets of flowers and vines will tie the organic aspects of your porch together beautifully.
So come along and warm your hearts with the following country rustic porch ideas. We hand-picked the a variety of photos that we think might inspire into to add a few country rustic touches to porch. Enjoy and beautiful day to you!
1. Wood and Adobe Abode…
The Little Plus: the reed ceiling boards. What is more rustic than a porch ceiling made of salvaged reeds showing from the underside of a thatched roof? And do you hear the daybed calling your name? Sink in its comfortable cushions while warming yourself up in front of the fire. The leather patchwork ottoman is not one to be overlooked either, and adding some sheen and shine to the space is the copper platter large enough to accommodate cups of hot cocoa for the whole family! Nothing is out of place in this space…not even the whimsically swing separating two sections of the space.
2. Rocky Mountain Log Cabin…
The Little Plus: the log columns holding the vaulted ceiling with more log beams! Talk about solid and rugged. Low log railing gives a breathtaking view of the mountains, lake, and evergreens…you can almost smell the pine in the air. And the lantern lighting over the worn log furniture blends in with the whole woodsy feel of this back porch and is totally at home in this rustic setting.
3. Enchanted Cottage…
The Little Plus: the brick vintage red door frame that matches the window frame. Channeling the colors of autumn with the mustard yellow screen door, the porch palette mimics the changing color of leaves. And notice the wooden floorboards calling back the door giving the mini area a homey feel. Perfect solution for hanging coats, jackets or even a broom..the wrought iron hook (and the straw broom) act as a rustic accent to this country rustic porch decor.
4. Winter Woodsy Wonderland…
The Little Plus: the logs used for railings, walls and columns that seem to be hewn from the trees on the property. Artfully crafted large and small timbers are used all over this porch for a relaxed rugged style that still exudes warmth. And aren’t the pair of log benches by the door a creative DIY project? Adding more rustic charm is the handcrafted solid wood screen door that uses the same stain as all the wood aspects on this porch… just charming!
5. Mountain Cabin…
The Little Plus: the cedar wood porch post brackets — architecturally supporting the outdoor structure and also giving the porch its country farmhouse character with its Y design, not to mention some Western salon vibes. And the custom stained wood bench with tree branch details, a gorgeous piece of woodcraft! A mountain cabin porch wouldn’t be complete without a swing bench facing the picturesque view. Make sure to wake up early to catch a glimpse of the magnificent sunrise.
6. Cantina…
The Little Plus: the Dutch door with glass panels and the window with matching dark wood stain. Both create a well lit and breezy home by allowing natural light and fresh air to come in. On the porch, dark wicker armchairs and fluffy footstools in a similar shade make you want to eagerly kick off your shoes and lounge. And look closely at the antique red “Cowgirls Place” sign…a nice vintage find!
7. The Little House in the Prairie…
The Little Plus: the tree branch columns of the petite porch — totally organic to the surroundings. The raw beauty of its unfinished state makes it look alive, giving the porch its rustic character. And the wooden door frame that matches the window frames, simple and so fitting. If only this photo could talk, maybe it would tell us of a hardworking father who built this home for his family. Making use of materials around the farm, creating a warm and welcoming home filled with comforting love.