Peter VonDeLinde Visuals
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style wine cellar in Minneapolis with limestone floors and beige floor.

Shingle Style Waterfront

MICHAEL WHALEY INTERIORS, INC

An arched entry door with iron grille and bronze hardware leads from the sitting area into the wine cellar. Photo by Andrew French
Design ideas for a large beach style wine cellar in New York with limestone floors and diamond bins.

Queen Ann Shingle

Lowell Custom Homes

LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES Lake Geneva, WI., - This Queen Ann Shingle is a very special place for family and friends to gather. Designed with distinctive New England character this home generates warm welcoming feelings and a relaxed approach to entertaining.

Contemporary Waterfront on Sloped Lot

Estes Builders

Design ideas for a beach style wine cellar in Seattle with storage racks and limestone floors.

Shingle Style Waterfront

MICHAEL WHALEY INTERIORS, INC

A custom made walnut tasting table sits under an antique French iron chandelier in this custom wine cellar. A limestone tiled and vaulted ceiling adds old world flavor. Chairs are hand painted canvas with scenes of English castles. Photo by Andrew French

Beach Style Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Limestone Floors

When you’re an avid wine collector, wine racks don’t always cut it. A beach style wine cellar, on the other hand, can provide ample wine storage within a controlled temperature, and a place to entertain friends. Just add seating and a tasting area to take yours to the next level. You don’t need 500 bottles or more to reap the benefits of a wine cellar, either. A small wine cooler can keep 20-odd bottles chilled to perfection and can sit within your kitchen, whereas a freestanding all-glass wine cellar could act as a feature or functional room divider in your home. Short on space? Transform an entire wall into wine storage, and showcase your collection, too. Browse the photos on Houzz for an array or beach style wine cellar designs, and strike up a conversation with the architect or wine cellar specialist of your favourite picks. For more beach style wine cellar ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

What should I include in my wine cellar?

This depends on the size of your collection – or how big you hope it becomes. If you enjoy quaffing, you may want to invest in a walk-in cooler with wall-mounted wine racks and several tall wine fridges, as well as a tasting area with bar stools. If you’re a beginner or have a small collection, a beach style home bar with mini fridge and wine rack will suffice. Essential bar accessories include wine glasses, corkscrews, carafes and aerators.

How should I store my wine?

Temperature control is at the core of a functional wine cellar. Your bottles need to be kept out of direct sunlight, and away from the heat and steam of kitchen appliances. A room that is too warm will make your wine age faster, oxidise and lose its character and flavour. If bottles are corked, they also need to be laid down. Your architect or designer will be able to help you create the ideal conditions for your home collection.

Where should I position my wine cooler?

The most important thing to consider is ease of access, which is why kitchens are the most common place to position wine coolers. Should you have minimal floor space, a small one could even sit comfortably on your countertop. If quaffing requires an occasion or you frequently host dinner parties, consider your dining room, so you can top up people’s glasses without having to leave the room. You could also make your bar fridge or cooler a destination within your entertainment or games room. There’s no denying that Aussies love to entertain and enjoy a glass or two outdoors, so if you’re lucky enough to have a covered outdoor area, this could be just the place for a cooler, too. Just ensure it doesn’t experience any extreme weather or long periods of direct sunlight.