Cottage signs

Cottage signs are used a lot in camping areas and holiday villages. Often the name refers to the size of the cottage or where it is located, although there are a number of different options.

Usually there is a sign on the outside of the cottage to show the visitor that they have found the right property. In some cases there is also a slightly smaller sign inside the cottage that welcomes visitors into the warmth.

Cottage signs can have several different functions, but in general, they indicate the name of the cottages that are rented to tourists and others who want nice accommodation for a few nights. Just as with all other details, it is also important that the sign conveys the right feeling. One detail that then adds to the overall effect for guests.

Cottage signs – Consider the whole

Reflect the feel of the cottage

Although cottage rentals are common in the countryside, there are also holiday villages with a focus other than offering glorious days in nature. Make sure your cottage sign reflects the right “feel”. Consider both the feel of the holiday village and the cottage itself.  A hunting cottage may feature animals on the sign, while a small cottage for children in a yard could feature a fairytale character. The details create the overall effect.

Materials

Cottages often offer visitors a wonderful nature experience and so wood is the obvious material for cottage signs to be hung indoors. However, signs hung outside should be plastic or aluminium in order to cope with the wind and weather as well as possible. 

Size

If cottage signs are to be put up on a building façade to show visitors to the right cottage, it is important to consider the size. It’s best to test how large the sign should be to fit in, but also to be clearly seen from the road.