"We believe vacation home interiors should provide an instant sense of welcome, comfort, and happiness - spaces where people feel more alive and connected."
- Mercedes Brennan & Karen Campbell
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Our Holiday Gift Suggestions – Edition 2024
How is your holiday shopping going? Have a person on your list for whom you have no idea what to get? Even better, do you maybe want to buy something nice for yourself or your home (yes, holidays are indeed ...
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Our Favorite Summer Etsy Finds
It’s no secret that we love Etsy. Browsing it is actually a hobby of ours. While it isn’t the only online resource that curates vintage furniture, art, and décor, the magic of Etsy is that it’s a one-stop shop. And ...
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Cheers to The Red, White, And Blue
Who doesn’t love blue and white decor? It’s one of the most popular combinations when it comes to designing a home. But add in the color red and it changes everything! You can’t help but feel joyful when you see ...
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How To Make A Splash with Your Poolside Vibe
We don’t know about you but we have been going to the pool A LOT! Down here in Savannah it’s HOT and So Cal isn’t much cooler so if you’re like us, you’re spending as much time as we can ...
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FROM YOU, THE READERS…
"Hi Mercedes and Karen! I just LOVE your blog and read it religiously! I’ve been dreaming of purchasing a little place by the ocean for years and trying to learn as much as possible before doing so – and now we’ve finally done it!"
Amanda Major
"The blog that was most helpful was surely the one talking about decoration style and method to go about that. Pick one style and stick to that. From that blog I started to be your raving fan as everything is a lot easier now."
Paola Gheis
"Hi Mercedes and Karen, I just wanted to give you a big thank you…You had a huge influence on everything we put into it…Your influence is everywhere!"
Annette Floyd
The Vacation Rental Kitchen E-Book You Have Been Waiting For!
Learn what guests want in the kitchen to get 5-star reviews
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Interior Design Strategies For A Booked-Up Airbnb
Do you own an Airbnb or vacation rental? If so, we know how competitive the market has become. What can you do ensure that your short-term rental lands at the top of the listing sites?
At One Chic Retreat, we use interior design strategies to create comfortable, happy spaces where your guests can relax and unwind, which in turn, maximizes your Airbnb and vacation rental occupancy and revenue. With our experience and expertise in residential hospitality, we have mastered the interior design techniques that make guests want to book again and again. Our services include interior design on location, as well as e-design services where you may be in the world.