I would do antique black chairs or you could do rustic red chairs-- just don't do anything too "perfect" in finish if you're wanting to do a shabby look.

I would go with linen/beige club chairs but with some rockin great washed out red pillows. I do think red chairs could over power and work against your beachy/cottage relaxed look. (though they'd be a great punch for a more modern clean look). I would also be concerned about a red fabric fading in a sunroom..

Your room sounds lovely.. would love to see photos.

Ohh lucky I have been looking on our CL for a sofa like that. I think the linen would look great for chairs. perhaps a soft grey would be good too. I would like to see photos too!

Thanks for the responses. I really like the idea of the beige chairs and washed out red cushions. I do want something comfortable so that the room will get used.

I just found some red and white floral chairs on CL that I like. Great price too. You guys are swaying me away from the red, but these look perfect otherwise. Doubt I'd be able to get them before someone else snatches them up anyhow... maybe a good thing.

The CL slipcovered sofa was just $50. and it's the custom made seperate pieces not the big sure-fit thing - so I was really pleased.

It'll be a while before I can post any pictures. They are just putting in windows and the door today.

More ideas welcome!

I think red would be fine, maybe chairs with a rusty red color, instead of a bright red.

I think red and white chairs would look quite good since the white breaks down the intensity of the red. Given the right shade of red, like rust or terra cotta, that could also work. It's difficult to tell without pictures, but much also depends on what you like, and on how you accessorize your space. You have to live there. If you trust your taste, let yourself go.

Lydia, have you looked at the Show Me Your Cottage Decor thread in the gallery? There are tons of inspiration photos in there and you might find them right down your alley.