If you have a friend or family member who has recently bought a home, giving them a gift is a lovely tradition that helps them celebrate their new residence. 

Our real estate agents suggest choosing from the following housewarming gift ideas that are sure to please new homeowners:

• Smart Bulbs 
  Starting a new homeowner out with a set of smart bulbs will let them have added features in their lighting and not have to worry about replacing them for decades. They'll be able to control the power, brightness, and other features such as colors from their phones and voice commands.
  
  
• Plant 
  A plant brings a touch of nature indoors along with some fresh life and oxygen. The greenery will add some nice color, and you won't have to worry about matching any type of decor since plants add natural beauty to any style.
  
  
• Custom Welcome Mat
  A welcome mat makes a great housewarming gift that the new homeowners - and their guests - will notice and make good use of. When you're choosing one, don't be limited by the generic selection you'll find in stores. Order a personalized welcome mat that proudly displays the homeowners' last name in a stylish font, and you'll have an attractive yet practical gift that's sure to be appreciated.
  
  
• Essential-Oil Diffuser
  Select a stylish essential-oil diffuser to help the new homeowners add some pleasant fragrance to their home. Go for something with a pleasing design and a nice material like stone instead of a plastic diffuser. That way, it looks nice and doesn't have to be hidden away. You can also choose one that operates in a continuous mode for several hours or in an intermittent mode for a longer period of time.
  
  
• Cookware
  A stylish set of cookware is sure to be used and appreciated by a new homeowner. Consider one made of top-of-the-line stainless steel, which is an excellent conductor of heat. If you find that the set is a little pricey, consider going in with another friend and making it a group gift.
  
  
• Tablecloth and Napkins
  Whether your friends are entertaining in their new home or want to turn an everyday meal into a special occasion, a nice linen tablecloth and napkins will fit right in. Choose ones in either a neutral color or bolder hues, depending on the new homeowners' decor.
  
  
• Wooden State-Shaped Decor
  If your gift recipients are new to the state, consider getting them some state-shaped decor. You can either select something from the state they previously lived in or the one where they're setting up their new home. Choose a keyholder, cutting board, or other state-shaped decor.
  
  
• Wine Chiller and Glasses
  If your friends like to drink wine, you might be tempted to get them one or more bottles of nice wine. Although this is a thoughtful gift, it's gone after the recipients have enjoyed it. For a gift, they'll be able to keep using, consider a holder/chiller to help them keep a bottle chilled. Paired with a set of insulated wine glasses that can also be chilled, it makes an excellent homeowners' gift.
  
  
• Ring Video Doorbell
  Your friends will love to receive a smart home accessory like a Ring Video Doorbell. It will give them peace of mind while helping increase safety. And if they have a package delivery, a video doorbell makes it a breeze to accept packages.
  
  
• Weighted Blanket
  Weighted blankets have become very popular, with many people using them to reduce anxiety and help improve sleep. Choose a nice, plush blanket with a removable cover so it can be easily washed, and you'll be helping the homeowners get a restful night's sleep.
  
  
• Coffee Maker
  Many people rely on coffee to help jump-start their day, so a coffee maker is sure to be a frequently used and appreciated gift. Compact machines are available to help conserve counter space, and they deliver cafe-quality drinks.
  
  
• Picnic Basket
  Gift a new homeowner with a stylish woven picnic basket, and they'll have the perfect reason to explore local parks and other areas. Some even have lids that double as cutting boards for fruit, bread, and more. If you'd like to make the gift more complete, add a picnic blanket to spread out on.
  
  
• Birdhouse or Feeder
  Help the homeowners celebrate not only their home but also their yard with a pretty birdhouse or feeder. Choose a nice one like a handmade ceramic birdhouse to make a unique and attractive gift that's sure to be enjoyed. As your friends sit and look out over their yard, a feeder or birdhouse will help attract more birds for them to see and enjoy.

Contact us to find out more about becoming a new homeowner in the Northern New England area. Our experienced and knowledgeable agents can help you find a home to love and call your own.