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The 25 Coziest Things About Fall to Celebrate in 2023

1

The Calming Crackle of a Warm Fire

beechwood farm in the east alabama hamlet of fitzgerald owned by debra koehler and her husband todd turner living room with rustic mantelLincoln Barbour

If you ask us, sitting still is an underrated art form, and there's no better place to do it than in a cozy armchair by a rustic fireplace, although an outdoor fire pit is right up there too.

2

Sampling All of the Pie. (So. Much. Pie!)

pie assortment including fresh fig tart with pistachio crumble, peanut salted caramel slab pie, and brûléed pumpkin pieHector M. Sanchez3

A Weekend Escape to a Rustic Cabin

vacation home of vincent mazeau and natasha mazeau in new york’s copake lake exterior with campfiremike garten

If you're lucky enough to own one, good for you. For the rest of us, a fall getaway to a dreamy mountain retreat is the ideal way to feel truly immersed in the season. Don't forget to cue up the John Denver as you pull up the crunchy gravel drive.

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4

A Football Tailgate on a Sunny Fall Saturday

1984 grand wagoneer tailgating party with food and football memorabiliaBrian Woodcock5

Apple Cider Donut Everything

apple cider donut bundt cakeBecky Luigart-Stayner

When the Country Living Test Kitchen turned the farmstand favorite into a crowd-pleasing Apple Cider Donut Bundt Cake complete with that sugary coating, they officially ruined all other desserts for us (except for all of the aforementioned pie, of course).

6

Slipping Into a Favorite Sweater

ivory fishermans sweater layered with other fall pieces including boots and a waxed canvas barn coatWynn Myers

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7

Bringing All of Your Wool Blankets Out of Storage

stack of wool blankets resting on a canvas camp stoolMike Garten

They've been patiently waiting for this moment, after all. Layer them over the bed or sofa for peak cabin-esque coziness.

8

The First Knock of Trick-or-Treaters

group of children trick or treating during halloweenPexels

As fun as trick-or-treating is for kids, there's something about being on the other side of the door (minus the crowds!) that is equally thrilling. You know what's also fun? Being the house that goes all out with the full-size candy bars.

9

Sipping Old-Fashioneds

bourbon cocktail with a toasted marshmallow garnishBecky Stayner

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10

Going Apple Picking

apple hand piesBrian Woodcock

And celebrating the (literal) fruits of your labor by whipping up nostalgic hand pies with your hard-earned bushel.

11

Homemade Corn Husk Wreaths

diy wreaths for halloween corn huskBrian Woodcock

They're the next best thing to winding your way through a corn maze, but you can enjoy all that color and texture from the comfort of your living room.

12

Consuming Soup and Chili by the Bowlful

tortellini meatball with crispy panko toppingBecky Luigart-Stayner

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13

Pretty Pumpkins on the Front Porch

autumn decor, halloween pumpkins, seasonal stack, trio of pumpkins with vine pattern and red berriesBecky Luigart-Stayner

Whether you choose to decorate your own or admire your neighbor's display from afar, porch pumpkins set a warm, come-smell-the-mulled-spices-on-the-stovetop kind of welcome.

14

Picturesque Red Barns with Stacks of Firewood Out Front

red barn on maggie farrell and jason hoak's propertyNatalie Chitwood

It's a commonly known fact that you simply must brake for every red barn you pass along a country road, even if (especially if!) the person behind you honks aggressively.

15

Dogs in Bandanas

dog outside of a red barn surrounded by fall foliagebriana lyons

Even better if said red barn has a sweet dog out front. (You can find a nifty neckerchief for yours here.)

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16

Pulling Out Your Favorite Fall China

the fall table setting at a farmhouse on a 10 acre pecan grove in the mississippi delta designed by holly audrey williams and rachel hardage barrettBecky Luigart-Stayner17

Going to a Small-Town County Fair

a vintage ball toss game like you'd see at a country fairBrian Woodcock

And winning a ridiculously oversized stuffed cow at the ball toss before celebrating your fover funnel cake.

18

And Visiting the Petting Zoo, Naturally

newborn pig in a petting zoo iDENNISVDW

His name is Wilbur and he is SOME PIG.

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19

The Crunch of Leaves Under Your Favorite Fall Boots

rain boots on red leaves strolling outside during autumnPAUL J. HAVEL

Need we say more? Find ample footwear for your frolicking right here.

20

Charming Country Curb Appeal

fall porch with orange door and dog in the yardBrian Woodcock

That tobacco basket wreath! That pumpkin-colored paint! You can count on a drive through the countryside to serve up an assortment of fall favorites.

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Larita Shotwell

Update: 2024-05-02