Vintage Solid Pine Cedar Hope Chest Blanket Trunk Bench Storage

Norman Wilshaw — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:15:09 +0000

There’s a quiet poetry to this Vintage Solid Pine and Cedar Hope Chest, the kind of piece that feels as though it has lived a gentle, useful life in a country home, storing seasons of linens, memories and small comforts. Crafted from thick, beautifully grained pine and lined with fragrant cedar, it carries the reassuring weight and warmth of true solid‑wood furniture.

Run your hand along the edges and you’ll find the kind of workmanship that’s becoming rare: amazing dovetail joints, cut with care and built to last, locking the structure together with quiet confidence. The lid lifts on heavy‑duty metal hinges, strong and smooth, the sort designed for decades of opening and closing, a small but telling sign of quality.

Inside, the cedar interior is clean, fresh and naturally protective, ready to cradle blankets, bedding, clothing or keepsakes. Outside, the warm brown finish and rustic grain give it that unmistakable country‑house charm, the sort that settles effortlessly into bedrooms, hallways or living spaces. Sturdy enough to serve as a bench, generous enough for real storage, and characterful enough to stand proudly on its own.

This is a piece with soul, practical, honest, beautifully made and ready to begin its next chapter in your home

Dimensions:

Height: 56 cm
Width: 138 cm
Depth: 46 cm

Condition:

This vintage solid pine and cedar hope chest is in good used condition, showing the warm character expected from late‑20th‑century craftsmanship. The wood has a clean, well‑kept finish with light surface marks from age and use, all consistent with a genuine vintage piece. The hinged lid opens smoothly, and the cedar‑lined interior is clean and odour‑free, ideal for storing blankets, bedding or clothing. Sturdy, fully assembled, and ready for immediate use.

Delivery Information:

Collection from Stevenage only or we offer safe, reliable delivery across Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. All items are handled with care and delivered directly to your home.

Delivery Rates:

Within 5 miles of Stevenage: £15
5–10 miles: £20
10–20 miles: £30
20–30 miles: £45
30–40 miles: £60

If you live outside our 40‑mile delivery radius, we may still be able to arrange delivery depending on the item and your location. Longer‑distance deliveries are quoted individually to ensure you receive the most accurate and cost‑effective price. Simply get in touch with your postcode, and we’ll be happy to provide a tailored delivery quote.

Please don’t forget to contact me if you have any further questions.

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Vintage Solid Pine Cedar Hope Chest Blanket Trunk Bench Storage

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