A coastal feel near the lake
The interior is styled with a relaxed lake-house look: navy curtains, white and blue bedding with crossed-oar pillows, painted wooden oars mounted above the beds and a large, colorful painting above a distressed blue console. Neutral walls keep it from feeling themed, and high ceilings give the living room an open, airy feel.
How I photographed it
The living room has a vaulted ceiling, a fireplace and a big white sectional, so I shot it wide from the dining side to show the height and the flow toward the kitchen. The bedrooms got straight-on frames with the bed between the windows, since the navy curtains and the oar art make a strong, symmetrical picture.
The primary bathroom is a highlight, with a soaking tub under the window, a glass shower and a double vanity, and I photographed it from the doorway to show the full size of the room.
Arrival and outdoor space
The entry has a dark front door with a wreath under a brick arch, and a wood front door with a half-moon window on the inside, which I framed from the foyer. Out back, a deck with wicker seating and blue cushions looks over a wooded yard.
Details worth a close-up
- A coffee station with a basket of K-cups, tea and snacks.
- Navy accent pillows and a crisp patterned duvet on every bed.
If you host near the lake, see how I approach Airbnb photography around Lake Norman or compare the packages and pricing.
