13 Best Area Rugs For a Beach House
When it comes to decorating a beach house, no room will be complete until you’ve found the perfect area rug. Coastal homes tend to have a very different vibe to them than homes in the city, so it’s the perfect opportunity to embrace natural materials and soothing colors.
If you’ve been struggling to find the right rug for your beach house, don’t worry! There are lots of great options to choose from that will look great in your coastal home. We’ve curated a list of the best area rugs for beach houses, to help you find the perfect finishing touch for your coastal home!
Starfish and Stripes
A coastal home is the perfect place to express your love for the creatures of the sea! This beautiful rug features a fun starfish pattern on a background of grey and white stripes.
The blue, grey, and white palette will look great in any coastal home and will work well in a bedroom, living room, or even a dining room. It’s made from 100% polypropylene, so it’s perfect for high traffic areas, and an ideal choice for homes with pets and kids.
Grey Waves
This effortlessly stylish rug features an abstract pattern of crashing ocean waves, making it undoubtedly one of the best area rugs for a beach house! Grey is very on-trend at the moment, and works with most color schemes, making this a very versatile choice that you can use for years to come.
The best thing about this rug is that it’s machine washable, so it’s suitable for all areas of the home (even the kitchen!) and you will never need to worry about it getting dirty.
A Natural Handwoven Rug
Natural materials such as wood, rattan, jute, and sisal, are a great way to give your home a relaxed coastal look. This beautiful handwoven rug would be the perfect addition to any coastal home.
The rug is handwoven from a beautifully soft mix of jute and cotton yarn, making it super comfortable underfoot, while still adding plenty of texture and personality to your space. Thanks to the natural color of this rug, it will work well with most decor styles—both traditional and modern.
Navy Blue Diamond Shibori Rug
If you’re looking for an area rug that’s a little more unusual, then a Shibori rug should fit the bill! Shibori is a traditional Japanese method of dyeing textiles with a ‘tie-dying’ technique, and it gives the rug a unique look that will work well in both traditional and modern beach house interiors.
The timeless design is an ideal choice for living rooms and dining rooms in a coastal home, with the Shibori print giving the navy blue and white design a watery look.
Flatwoven Palm Tree Rug
This stylish flatwoven rug will give your coastal home a tropical vibe in an instant. It can be used both inside and outside, so it’s perfect for sprucing up your patio in the summer months when for barbeques and alfresco dining.
It’s stain-resistant, and also mold and mildew resistant, making it an ideal choice for busy family homes. Available in a choice of three bright colors to suit any color scheme, this rug will bring a touch of summer to any home!
Nautical Whale Rug
This charming whale rug features a bright, bold color scheme that will add life and personality to any space in your home. It’s made from 100% cotton so it’s beautifully soft and features red tassels on each end which add to the sense of fun this rug creates.
This rug features a flatweave design so it’s easy to clean and vacuum when it gets dirty, making it an ideal choice for homes with kids or pets.
Colorful Starfish Rug
If you’re looking for a beach house area rug that is a little more colorful, you will definitely want to see this colorful starfish rug. This beautiful rug features an abstract print of starfish in a multi-colored palette of pink, green, blue, yellow, grey, and gold, making it the perfect choice for anyone wanting to inject a splash of bright color into their coastal home.
This rug is made from 100% polypropylene, so it’s easy to clean and maintain and will look good in your home for years to come.
Braided Indoor/Outdoor Rug
If you want to get the look of a braided natural fiber rug, with the ability to use it both indoors and outdoors, then this is the beach house area rug for you!
The braided design and neutral sandy color will give your home a relaxed beachy feel, and in the warmer summer months, it can even be used outside on your patio. This durable rug is made from 100% polypropylene, so it’s easy to clean and can handle even the messiest of kids and pets!
Navy Nautical Rope Rug
This stylish navy blue rug features a nautical rope design in a light sandy color, making it an ideal choice for a beach house area rug. The design of this rug would work well in both traditional and modern coastal homes thanks to its timeless color palette and design.
This rug is machine washable, so you can use it in any area of your beach house, even the kitchen or dining room!
Blue Striped Area Rug
Blue striped rugs can make the perfect rugs for coastal homes, thanks to their stylish nautical look. This beautiful striped blue area is handmade from 100% cotton, so it’s very durable and sure to stand the test of time.
The design features blue stripes in a variety of shapes and shades, with tassels at either end to complete the look.
Shades of Blue Fish Rug
This is one of the most unique beach house area rugs around. It features an unusual design of fish in a variety of different shades of blue.
This stunning design would work well in the living room or bedroom of a coastal residence, providing you with a daily reminder of the beauty of the sea. Since it’s made from 100% polypropylene, the colors won’t fade, and it will look as good as new for years to come.
Blue and Yellow Octopus Rug
Lovers of the ocean will be delighted by this beautiful area rug! Featuring an octopus design on a background of blue and yellow flowers, this rug will add a splash of color and fun to any coastal home.
This rug is machine washable, and features a one-piece non-slip design, making it the perfect choice for busy households.
Handmade Striped Flatweave Area Rug
This beautiful handmade area rug features a striped design in a variety of textures. The neutral color palette will work with almost any color scheme, making it a versatile choice for any coastal home.
Textured rugs are perfect for adding depth and personality to any room in your home, not to mention the fact that they feel amazing underfoot! This gorgeous rug is made from a blend of cotton and wool, making it an eco-friendly choice for your home.
Final Thoughts…
When it comes to choosing the best area rug for your beach house, there are lots of great options to choose from. For a timeless coastal look, natural fiber or wool rugs are the way to go, their natural sandy hues are perfect for coastal homes.
If you are looking for something a little more contemporary and fun for your beach house, then go for a colorful design featuring a fun motif, such as the whale or octopus—these are particularly good for family homes with your children, as they are sure to spark the imagination!
