Create a serene, sleep-worthy retreat right in your backyard

A tented daybed from De-Cor in Pasadena, California, is piled with Opalhouse designed with Jungalow pillows. Photo: Jenna Peffley

Gone are the days of retiring to your bedroom for a nap. With the summer months fast approaching, the best outdoor daybeds are your new destination for relaxation. Daybeds are a space-saving alternative to outdoor sofas , but slightly larger than a lounger, providing lots of room to stretch out with a good book or glass of wine.

Whether you’re a minimalist looking for clean lines or a believer in “more is more,” there are plenty of outdoor daybeds on the market to transform your patio or backyard into a luxurious oasis.…