A Cozy Guest Room Makeover with Bare Home
Today I’m sharing the guest room reveal, a new Bare Home Queen Clean Classic Mattress and Waterproof Mattress Protector, and why this space means so much to me.
There’s something incredibly special about preparing a space for the moments and memories to come. As we get ready to welcome our first granddaughter this fall, I wanted to help in any way I could, including where I’ll stay when I visit my son Michael and his wife Ellie.



A Cozy Guest Room Makeover with Bare Home

Michael and Ellie recently transformed a room in their home with a beautiful Murphy bed setup, and I knew immediately that it needed a mattress that was just as smart, supportive, and space-saving. That’s where Bare Home came in.
A Room With Purpose

This guest room is more than an office for Michael; it’s where I’ll rock my granddaughter, sip coffee in the mornings with Ellie, and enjoy quiet moments with my family. It needed to be functional, comfortable, and stylish.
The Murphy bed is a game-changer. With clean white cabinet doors and a built-in bookcase, it disappears seamlessly into the room. But what’s inside? That’s the real magic.
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The Mattress That Makes It All Work


When it comes to mattresses, I have one non-negotiable request: comfort. It needs to feel like home.
The Bare Home Queen Clean Classic Mattress is an 11″ memory foam mattress that offers medium-firm support—perfect for back and side sleepers like me. It came vacuum-sealed and boxed, making it incredibly easy to install in the Murphy bed.
Unboxing was simple. Thank you, Michael!





We unrolled it inside the cabinet frame and let it expand. Within minutes, it started to take shape, and by the next morning, it was fully fluffed and ready for its first nap (yes, I tested it!).
What I Love About the Bare Home Mattress



- 11″ memory foam helps regulate temperature
- CertiPUR-US® certified (safe and low-VOC)
- Medium-firm comfort—great for guests of all types
- Designed to work with Murphy beds and platform frames
👉 Shop the Bare Home Queen Clean Classic Mattress here.
The Bare Home Waterproof Mattress Protector

To keep the mattress protected (because… play yard sand, little hands, and unexpected coffee spills are all in my future), I also added the Bare Home Waterproof Mattress Protector/Pad.
It fits like a glove and adds a soft layer of quilted comfort without bulk. It’s fully waterproof and machine washable—meaning this bed is ready for anything.
🌟 Why I Love This Protector:
- Quiet, no-crinkle design
- Breathable and soft—not plasticky
- Deep pocket design fits mattresses up to 18″
- Easy to wash and dry between visits
👉 Shop the Bare Home Waterproof Mattress Protector here.
Before & After: A Guest Room Glow-Up


Before the mattress arrived, the room looked clean and simple—but it was missing warmth. After setting up the mattress, adding soft linens, and styling the built-in shelves, it transformed into a cozy retreat I can’t wait to use.
Michael and Ellie added a few coastal touches, a stack of books, and a small tray with tea and fresh flowers for that little “home away from home” feeling.
On my first night using the mattress, I slept like a dream. The memory foam gently supported me without sinking too deep, and the room stayed calm and quiet. In the morning, I sipped coffee by the window and thought: this is precisely where I want to be.
For my sleep routine, I added:
- Soft Bare Home sheets and pillows
- A diffuser with lavender oil
- My favorite cozy throw
I also love that the mattress tucks up perfectly into the Murphy bed, so the room can instantly become an office or reading nook during the day.
A Bed That Brings Us Together

This mattress isn’t just about comfort—it’s about connection. It’s about being close to the people I love during one of the most special times in our lives. And it’s about creating a space where I can rest, recharge, and be fully present as a mom, a grandma, and a guest.
If you’re creating a multifunctional guest room or need the perfect Murphy bed mattress, I can’t recommend Bare Home enough. Their quality, care, and comfort are unmatched—and now, I’m officially ready for all the cuddles and coffee chats to come.
💛Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Bare Home. All opinions and experiences are my own.
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But where did the Murphy bed set up come from?
yes, where did the cabinet for the bed come from?