Making your home feel like a 'Bed and Breakfast'

What makes a Bed and Breakfast so attractive? It is the decor, the food, the amenities, all of the above? Is it the fact that you are on vacation and relaxed?  Of course (at least for most of us) your home is not a Bed and Breakfast there is work, responsibility, and cleaning to keep you busy. But why not create small moments, small places where you remember to sit and have a conversation or read a magazine. Small luxuries here and there. Here are some tips for creating a bed and breakfast attitude around your home:

• Make muffins or a breakfast casserole you can pop into the oven at dinner time the night before for breakfast the next morning. Here is a site with tons of b&b recipes. 

• Have a 'quite time' in the evening. Turn out all the lights, light candles, play soft music, and talk about the day. (This is especially nice for children to unwind before bed).
  

• Set a pretty basket of scented bath soaps and salts next to the sink or bathtub.
  

• Set a garden table for breakfasts, snacks, or lunch.
  

• Arrange a little side table with flowers and a book to remember to take time for yourself.

•  Put a few drops of essential oils on the underside of bed or couch pillows.

• Set up an 'outdoor living' room.

• Place a bench in the garden and take time to watch the grass grow.
  

• Add lots of blooming potted plants to your porch or entry way.

• Have a campfire at night using outdoor fireplace.

And ask your loved ones what would make the morning rush nicer for them, maybe just having the windows open in the summer first thing in the morning would add a little joy to their day. It only takes just a little preparation to make a lovely memory for your family and provide you with a little time to relax and reflect.

Share your suggestions, what small thing do you do to create a wonderful atmosphere?