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 If you are an owner of holiday Portugal villas renting out your home to short term holiday guests, you will likely advertise your “outdoor dining area” in your online listing. Now be honest with yourself, when your guests arrive will they be truly wowed by your al-fresco dinner table? Or will they be less than impressed with a few rickety chairs and a plastic picnic table?

If you want to upgrade your lacklustre outdoor dining area, here are a few tips for simple improvements that can turn a mediocre outdoor eating space into an absolutely gorgeous oasis:

·        Rather than thinking of it as a patio table on a terrace, regard it as an “outdoor room” instead and give it as much consideration as you would when decorating a room inside your Portugal villas.

·        A hammock can be an incredibly comfortable place to relax and enjoy a good book while soaking up the sun’s rays, so see if you can find a space to fit one in. Make sure that the supporting beams you tie it up to are strong enough to support the weight.

·        Wide patio doors can help to dissolve the boundary between inside and outside, as well as using colours and themes which echo those within the rest of your interior design.

·        A bright and colourful umbrella serves the practical purpose of keeping the sun out of your eyes while you eat, and also adds to the vibrant decoration.

·        Don’t be afraid to use plush cushions and sofas outdoors. There are fabrics which will withstand a little bit of rain and can be wiped clean. You could also install a canopy to protect them.

·        Arrange the seating so that you can overlook the best view while you are eating, such as the flowerbeds or your vista over the ocean.

·        When choosing colours, take inspiration from the surroundings of your Portugal villas. For example, the beautiful flowers which are blooming in your garden or the deep blue of the ocean.

·        Metal chairs are much more stylish than plastic, and they last longer and stand up to more wear. There are many different styles available, so choose ones with fit the overall feel of your decor.

·        Consider adding a wood burning stove or a fire pit so that you can enjoy cosy family gatherings around the fire during the off-season.

·        Why not try adding mirrors to the outside of the house? They can reflect the beautiful scenery of the yard and make your terrace appear bigger.

·        A vase with freshly cut flowers can really bring a touch of colour to the outdoor dining area of your Portugal villas.

·        Strategically using curtains and dividers can make the outdoor dining area of your Portugal villas more private and secluded.

These are just a few ways that you can make the outdoor dining area at your Portugal villas more beautiful for your own enjoyment and for your holiday rental guests. Have fun decorating and enjoying many glamorous meals in the Portuguese sunshine!

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Here are a few fabulous design tips that can help you improve the outdoor dining space at your Portugal villas.