Depends on whether you intend to put a bench or chest at the foot of the bed.

I like the third layout, because there's enough room for a small chair. A small wooden chair is extremely useful in a bedroom. You can sit on it to tie your shoes, hang things on the back of it, and stand on it to reach high shelves in the closet.

This is a rental cottage right? What is the climate - I mean, is it cottage country so it would be rented 6 months of the year or is it in a warm climate where it is rented all year long?

If it is warm weather rental then consider that people coming don't need a lot of clothing etc so not a lot of closet space. (shorts, t shirts, bathing suits - maybe some nicer clothes if they are going out to dinner etc) But they likely want some drawers and hanging space and a spot to put their bags out of sight. If it would be rented during winter months (say it is close to a ski hill or resort of some sort) then space is needed for winter clothing, boots, heavy coats, snowpants etc etc.

You will also need storage space for some extra sheets and towels etc. I see a linen closet - will that have room for all the cleaning supplies as well including a vacuum?

I'd go for larger bedroom, smaller closet. And here is one more thing to think about. A young family with a very small child might want to bring a fold up crib/playpen for a child to sleep in so you want to leave enough room for that in the bedroom.

The pictures you've shown really look like someone is living there full time using that closet - space for dress shoes and lots of hanging space seems like overkill for a vacation renter in most cases.

@mvcanada it is a long term rental, leased out all year. One year lease at signing, then go to month to month. It is southern California.

The linen closet is for blankets, linens, pillows etc. The bathroom has a large linen closet, there is a large closet for vacuums, broom etc by the kitchen.

The pictures, as stated, are of my friends closet in his and his wife's home. It is the same depth as the deepest plan shown. It is very cool. I wanted to show what the deepest closet would hold because some people can't visualize.

since it looks like you will not plan on having a dresser in the room, you don't need that much extra space at the foot of your bed. go for the largest closet possible.

my last three bedrooms were tiny compared to yours. we currently only have 2.5' around our bed, and even less space in our previous bedroom. it's working out perfectly fine for us.

Hi @User.

Good to know that 2.5 feet is fine for around the bed!

Also, the bed is in there just to show that a renter could fit a king bed in wanted. If you were living there, would you want the smaller closet and then have room for a dresser or bench at the end of the bed? Or would you rather have the larger or medium closet?

Thank you!

I see, thanks for clarifying. I was picturing a cottage country rental maybe a month at a time. IMO you can never have too much storage - there is always something that needs a spot - so go as large as you can without sacrificing space in the bedroom around the bed. Is the cottage accessible for someone with a disability? If so, then you need to consider clearances for a walker or crutches, etc. Yes, I saw the pictures and it seems a well organized closet space you are showing. Have a look at Ikea for closet solutions - they can get pretty pricey for built ins.

And, instead of just bedside tables, look at small chests of drawers for those spots - might as well maximize storage everywhere you can.

A larger bedroom gives you more space for additional flexible clothing storage. A closet is a closet and there are ways to maximize storage space in a closet without taking valuable bedroom real estate away.

@wynterwynd Very good point, thank you!

It looks like there is the same hanging space in all three closet scenarios. What storage does the extra depth provide? What other storage is available in the unit? Unless you're able to add more hanging space or shelving to the closet walls, I'd definitely opt for #3. It will provide your tenants with more options to arrange furniture -- a spacious bedroom is a luxury in a small home. OTOH, if this is the main closet for the entire apartment, squeeze out every square inch for storing things like luggage, seasonal bedding, sports equipment, etc.

If a couple rents the space, an argument can be made both ways; however, because this is a one-bedroom, it would be more attractive to me to have more bedroom space with a reading chair and TV as an alternate place to relax. With the most shallow closet, the bed could be rotated to the window wall, chests used as bedside tables, a chair placed in the corner and wall mounted TV opposite the bed. There are ways to use drapes to deal with the offset window behind the head. If it won't compromise your exterior elevation, you may want to consider splitting the large window into two windows so the bed can be placed on either wall.

Hi @einportlandor. The larger closet has wider shelving on each end. Other storage is a linen closet in the hall, linen / toiletries shelving in the bathroom, shelving in the laundry room and closet for vacuums etc. There is lots of storage in other areas for luggage / additional bedding etc.

I would be happy with a RIC.

Hi @JT7abcz

Great idea!

King rotated

Queen not rotated

The third one, with the shortest closet depth, gives enough room to add more items to the room. Like, you can add a footboard, extra chairs, and more in the extra space. However, you can also use the 2nd one by placing a stool or small desk inside the closet and a dresser outside for added functionality.