For me, it’s all about my secret room in the basement. I built it a while back because I wanted a totally safe, private space where I could just be with my boys without any worries. The entrance is hidden inside a closet there’s a little panel you slide open, and it leads down a short set of stairs. No windows, just solid walls, and I’ve decked it out with some cozy stuff like a thick rug and a low bench. It’s soundproofed too, so it’s just me and them, no outside noise or interruptions. I live alone, so I don’t have to hide, but there’s something about having this tucked-away spot that makes it feel extra special like our little world.
If other people were in the house, I’d still pick this spot hands down. It’s so hidden that no one would stumble across it unless they knew exactly where to look, and even then, the closet just looks like it’s full of junk. Back when I had roommates years ago, I’d stick to late nights in my bedroom with the door locked, but this basement setup beats that by a mile.