5 Dreamy Log Home Sleeping Porches

Photo: El Capitan Canyon; Builder: El Capitan Canyon

Sometimes a mere porch isn’t quite enough — you need a true escape. A tiny backyard respite, nestled among the trees or along a babbling brook, enables you to unwind away from the hustle and bustle of the house. Note that the wee room comes complete with a porch of its own.

Photo: Rick Hammer; Designer/Builder: Lands End Development

In the Great Camps of the Adirondacks, screened-in sleeping porches offered sweet slumber without the hassle of insects or rain. A log cabin backdrop, an antique bed, a classic wool throw and a good book are all you need to relax.

Photo: Audrey Hall from Guest Rooms, Gibbs Smith, 2005

Any screened-in porch can double as a whimsical sleeping porch. For furniture, consider trundles or daybeds, which also can serve as sofas or even porch swings during the day.

Photo: cozycushions.com

Since a sleeping porch’s furniture tends to be oversized, the dimensions of the porch need to accommodate the expanse. As you design, start with a key piece, like this hanging bed, and have a clear vision of how you intend to use the space to ensure it will be cozy yet roomy.