Winter Porch Decor with Snowy New England Style on Full Display

Welcome to our cozy Vermont home, where winter porch decor truly comes alive after a fresh snowfall. We recently woke up to nearly a foot of new snow, and the whole landscape transformed into a sparkling white wonderland. Ella, our Bernese Mountain Dog, was the first to run outside, greeting the drifts with her usual full-out excitement, our own little Vanna White showing off the season’s charm.

The snow may be piled high and a bit messy, but that’s exactly what makes it magical. From evergreens dusted in white to vintage ski lodge accents tucked around the porch, this is New England winter living at its best.

This post is part of my Vintage Ski Lodge Decor Series, where I share cozy New England winter and holiday decorating ideas. From snowy porches to festive front doors, each piece in the series is filled with inspiration for bringing that nostalgic ski lodge charm into your own home.

Sometimes the best winter porch decor doesn’t come from what you add but from what nature gives you. After a fresh snowfall, even the simplest porch styling takes on a magical quality. This post is more of a snowy photo diary than a step-by-step guide, a peek into how evergreens, vintage sleds, and rustic ski lodge touches transform when wrapped in a blanket of New England snow. Think of it as inspiration for letting the season itself do some of the decorating.

Snowy Winter Porch Decor Inspiration with Vintage Ski Lodge Charm

When a fresh layer of snow falls, even the most ordinary porch styling suddenly feels enchanting. Add in a few vintage ski lodge accents: a toboggan, a pair of old snowshoes, or evergreen-filled planters and your porch becomes a postcard-worthy winter retreat. This section is all about capturing that magic: simple New England porch scenes transformed into cozy, snow-dusted vignettes that bring timeless ski lodge charm right to your doorstep.

Winter Porch Decor with Swags and Evergreen Planters

There’s something about winter porch decor that feels extra magical when it’s layered with fresh snow. Simple evergreen swags tied with burgundy bows dress up the porch beams and fence posts, adding just the right touch of ski lodge charm.

Paired with evergreen-filled DIY planters anchored in dirt and rock, the look is rustic, sturdy, and made for New England’s wild weather. It may be messy at times, with snow piling high and wind shifting things around, but that’s part of the joy. The mix of evergreens, swags, and a snowy backdrop creates a cozy, welcoming entry that feels like stepping into a Vermont ski lodge.

Winter Porch Decor with Vermont Jack Jumper Sleds

Jack jumper sleds may have been built for speed, but I love giving mine a second life as part of our winter porch decor. Native to Vermont and often homemade, these quirky sleds are still raced today at resorts like Stratton and Bolton Valley during jack jumper competitions. While they’re meant to be ridden down snowy slopes, I’ve found they look just as charming propped on a porch.

With a simple burgundy bow and a dusting of snow, these sleds bring a playful nod to Vermont’s ski culture while blending seamlessly into my vintage ski lodge decorating style. It’s proof that even the most unexpected finds can become timeless winter accents. Learn more about how to decorate with vintage sleds in my How to Decorate a Vintage Sled, A Simple Styling Tip with New England Charm post.

Winter Porch Decor with Vintage Snowshoes

While the jack jumpers may steal the spotlight on our porch this year, vintage snowshoes come in at a very close second. I’ve picked up a few pairs from local antique shops, and they’ve quickly become some of my favorite winter porch accents. Last year, I wired them to our porch beams with cozy scarves and tucked evergreens into a vintage ski boot for that layered ski lodge look.

This year, I went simpler, just a single snowshoe on each side of our entryway doors, letting their rustic beauty shine on their own. Whether styled with scarves, bows, or left bare, vintage snowshoes always bring authentic alpine charm to winter porch décor.

Want to explore all the different shapes, sizes, and decorating ideas? Head over to my Vintage Snowshoes Guide for tips and inspiration.

Winter Porch Decor with a Vintage Toboggan

Did you have a toboggan growing up? For me, snowy days in Maine meant hours spent sledding and tobogganing with friends at the local golf course, staying outside until we were frozen solid. That sense of nostalgia is exactly why I love decorating with vintage toboggans today.

Over the years, I’ve picked up a few during my antiquing adventures, often for under $100. One even went to a happy new owner from my vintage booth, who turned it into a coffee table. But this season, I styled a special find, a toboggan with a red padded cushion on our Vermont porch.

Hung next to a single snowshoe and surrounded by evergreen planters, snowy swags, and plenty of fresh powder, it instantly adds cozy ski lodge charm.

Want more ideas? Check out my full How to Decorate a Vintage Sled, A Simple Styling Tip with New England Charm for even more ways to decorate a vintage sled or antique toboggan.

How to Style a Bare Evergreen Tree for Winter Porch Decor

One of my favorite styling tricks for winter porch decor is also the simplest: a bare evergreen tree leaning casually against the porch. A neighbor gifted me the top of a pine that had fallen in his yard, and it was the perfect size: tall, full, and wonderfully rustic. No lights, no ornaments, just the natural beauty of the tree itself.

There’s something about a naked tree on the porch that feels straight out of a New England Hallmark movie. After Christmas, it becomes a cozy reminder of the season without the fuss of holiday decorating. Now, I’ve made it a tradition; each year, I set out a bare evergreen, sometimes with a little snow dusting its branches, and let it stand proudly as part of our ski lodge porch style. It’s simple, timeless, and one of those little touches that make winter feel extra special here in Vermont.

Winter Porch Decor with a Split Rail Fence Accent

A split rail fence isn’t just functional; it’s a natural extension of winter porch decor that frames the snowy landscape beautifully. We recently installed ours to add depth to our mountain view, and of course, it quickly became another favorite spot to decorate. Draped with evergreen swags and burgundy bows, the fence ties in seamlessly with the vintage ski lodge style on our porch, creating a cohesive look that carries through the entire property.

What I love most is how the fence transforms as the snow piles up, its simple lines turning into a rustic backdrop for seasonal greenery and cozy porch styling. It’s also incredibly versatile, whether you leave it bare to weather naturally into gray or dress it up for the holidays, a split rail fence adds timeless charm to any New England home.

For a full guide on how we designed, installed, and decorated our split rail fence (with plenty of inspiration photos), visit my Split Rail Fence DIY: Step-by-Step Build, Easy Tips, and Rustic Style Ideas post.

Winter Porch Decor with Snowy New England Style

There’s just something magical about a porch blanketed in fresh snow. From swags and evergreen planters to jackjumper sleds, vintage snowshoes, and toboggans, even the simplest porch styling comes alive when paired with Vermont’s snowy mountain backdrop. These are the cozy, everyday winter moments that make vintage ski lodge decor so timeless, and so much fun to create.

As the sun rises and sets over our snowy Green Mountains, I’m reminded that winter porch decor doesn’t need to be complicated. A few vintage pieces, some fresh greenery, and a generous snowfall are all it takes to capture that New England charm.

If you loved these ideas, be sure to explore my Vintage Ski Lodge Decor Guide for more inspiration, from sleds and snowshoes to rustic porch styling tips.

And don’t forget to pin your favorite photos for later, so you can bring a little snowy New England magic to your own porch this season.

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If you loved these snowy porch scenes, you’ll enjoy exploring more of my winter decor ideas. From cozy porch styling to vintage finds brought indoors, these posts are filled with simple ways to add charm and character to your home all season long.

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