Cozy Fall Finds for Your Big Canoe Home

Simple touches to make your Big Canoe home cozier and more inviting this season

Fall in Big Canoe is magical. The crisp air, golden leaves, and mountain views create the perfect backdrop for slowing down and enjoying home. Whether you’re hosting friends or simply savoring a quiet evening, a few small touches can transform your space into a warm, inviting retreat.

Here are my favorite ways to welcome the season:

1. Layer Cozy Textures
Swap lightweight summer throws for chunky knits or plaid wool blankets. Add a few velvet or corduroy pillows in warm tones like rust, deep green, or mustard. These textures instantly make a room feel richer and more comfortable.

2. Create an Autumn Porch Moment
Your front entry sets the tone. A couple of mums in planters, a seasonal wreath, and a lantern or two by the door can instantly make your home feel more inviting. If your porch has space, add a small chair with a pillow or throw for a lived-in look.

3. Add Ambient Lighting
Soft lighting creates a cozy atmosphere. Try string lights across your porch, battery-powered candles inside lanterns, or a dimmer switch in the dining room for warm, low evening light.

4. Style a Gas or Smokeless Fire Feature
While wood-burning fire pits aren’t allowed in Big Canoe, you can still enjoy that fireside feel. Consider a gas fire table or a smokeless option like Solo Stove’s propane models. Pair with a couple of chairs, blankets, and a tray for drinks.

5. Switch to Seasonal Scents
Cinnamon, clove, woodsy pine, or pumpkin spice candles and diffusers can transform the mood of your home in minutes. For a natural option, simmer citrus slices and cinnamon sticks on the stove.

6. Bring the Outdoors In
Big Canoe’s fall foliage is breathtaking—why not bring a touch inside? A vase of branches with colorful leaves, a bowl of pinecones, or a few sprigs of evergreen can add natural texture and beauty.

7. Create a Warm Welcome in the Kitchen
Small touches go a long way here: a basket of crisp apples on the counter, a cake stand with seasonal treats, or a kettle ready for tea or cider. These details make your kitchen feel like the heart of the home.

Final Tip: Start with one space you love—whether it’s your porch, living room, or kitchen—and layer in textures, lighting, and seasonal accents. It’s often the smallest changes that make the biggest difference.

Suggested Links:

Chunky Cable Knit Throw Blanket

Velvet Pillow Covers AMAZON - Chocolate, Moss Green & Mustard Yellow are our favorites

String Lights

Propane Fire Pit

Kirkland’s Scented Candles - Side Note: You will never go wrong with a Frasier Fir candle.