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A Tranquil Escape in the Heart of Sweden's Natural Beauty Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant call of a loon echoing across the serene waters of Lake Högstabodasjön. At Munkaboda 160, this is not just a dream but a daily reality. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Frövi, Sweden, this charming country home offers a unique blend of seclusion and accessibility, making it the perfect retreat for those seeking a harmonious balance between nature and modern comfort. A Home That Embraces Nature As you step into this delightful 49-square-meter abode, you're immediately enveloped by the warmth of natural light streaming through expansive gable windows. These windows not only illuminate the interior but also frame breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, allowing you to witness the vibrant tapestry of seasonal changes from the comfort of your living room. The heart of the home is a modern kitchen, thoughtfully designed for both functionality and style. Whether you're preparing a simple breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this space caters to all culinary needs. Adjacent to the kitchen, the living room beckons with its open fireplace, offering a cozy haven during the crisp Swedish winters. A Sanctuary for Relaxation and Recreation Step outside onto the terrace, where the scent of pine mingles with the fresh lake breeze. This outdoor space is perfect for al fresco dining, morning yoga sessions, or simply unwinding with a book as the sun sets over the horizon. The terrace's strategic positioning ensures you capture the most stunning sunsets, providing a serene backdrop for your evenings. For those who cherish the water, the property's private jetty and boat berth offer direct access t ... click here to read more

On a quiet Sunday morning in the Périgord Noir, you open the kitchen door onto the terrace and the air smells of woodsmoke and damp stone. A church bell somewhere down the lane counts out nine strikes. That's life in this hamlet just outside Salignac-Eyvigues — unhurried, rooted, and quietly extraordinary. This three-bedroom stone house sits in a small hamlet in the Dordogne département of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, one of the most coveted second-home destinations in all of France. It's a proper working property, not a renovation project or a holiday shell. At 137 square metres spread across three floors, it has the kind of bones that took generations to build and the kind of condition that means you can arrive with a suitcase rather than a skip. The ground floor sets the tone immediately. The main living room stretches to nearly 34 square metres, with exposed stone walls that stay cool in July heat, original beams overhead, and terracotta tiles underfoot that have absorbed a century of footsteps. The fitted kitchen-dining room at just over 20 square metres opens through French doors onto the terrace — which is where summer evenings actually happen, with a glass of Bergerac rouge and the sound of swallows cutting overhead. There's also a ground-floor shower room with WC, practical for anyone coming in from the garden. Upstairs, the first floor reveals the house's most generous room: a 34-square-metre sitting room with a working wood burner tucked into a stone fireplace. On winter evenings — and Dordogne winters are mild but damp — this room is the whole world. Exposed beams run the length of the ceiling, and the stone walls are the same here as on every floor, giving the house a remarkable thermal consistency. The main bedro ... click here to read more

On a quiet morning in the East Algarve hills, you open the bedroom shutters and the view hits you first — rolling countryside, cork oaks and carob trees stretching toward a horizon that has no buildings in it. Then the smell: citrus from the lemon trees below the terrace, warming up as the sun clears the ridge. This is Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo, a village that most Algarve visitors never find, and that is precisely the point. This five-bedroom villa sits on a 10,000-square-metre plot above the village, built in 2006 and maintained in genuinely good condition. The elevated position means the views are constant — from the kitchen while you make coffee, from the first-floor bedrooms, from the pool terrace where you'll spend most of your afternoons. At 182 square metres of living space across two floors, plus a separate annex and a converted studio, the property offers far more than the headline figure suggests. The ground floor is organized sensibly for family life or hosting: entrance hall, fitted kitchen, a living and dining room anchored by a fireplace with heat recovery system, two bedrooms, an en suite bathroom, and a separate bathroom. It works as a whole house for a couple and still has space left over. Go upstairs and the two further en suite bedrooms each open onto private outdoor space — a detail that sounds simple but in practice means two different guests can step out with their morning coffee without ever crossing paths. Both rooms look out over the countryside. Both rooms are quiet in a way that coastal Algarve properties, for all their appeal, rarely are. The front and rear terraces give you options depending on the season. Shade in July when the temperature in Tavira town is hovering at 35 degrees. ... click here to read more

A Tranquil Retreat in the Heart of Duras Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the soft chirping of birds, as the first rays of sunlight filter through expansive picture windows, illuminating your serene sanctuary. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Duras, France, this contemporary 5-bedroom house offers a harmonious blend of modern comfort and rural tranquility, making it an ideal vacation home or second residence. A Day in Your New Home Start your day with a leisurely breakfast on the covered terrace, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the crisp morning air. As you sip your coffee, take in the uninterrupted views of the rolling countryside, a perfect backdrop for planning your day's adventures. The open-plan living and dining area, with its sleek kitchen and central island, becomes the heart of your home. Here, natural light floods the space, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're hosting a family gathering or enjoying a quiet evening, this space adapts to your every need. Seasonal Delights and Local Charm Duras, with its rich history and vibrant culture, offers a plethora of activities throughout the year. In the summer, explore the local vineyards and indulge in wine tastings, or take a short drive to the bustling bastide town of Monsegur, known for its lively markets and charming cafes. Autumn brings a tapestry of colors to the landscape, perfect for scenic hikes or leisurely bike rides. As winter sets in, cozy up in your private cinema room for a movie night, or transform the billiard room into a creative studio to explore your artistic side. Architectural Elegance and Modern Amenities This property boasts five spacious double bedrooms, three of which ... click here to read more

Picture yourself waking to sunlight filtering through ancient pine branches, the scent of wild herbs drifting through open windows, and the distant sound of Aegean waves breaking on hidden coves. This is morning at your private 11,000-square-meter pine forest sanctuary on Skopelos, the greenest island in Greece's Sporades archipelago, where your days unfold at the rhythm of Mediterranean island life. This 85-square-meter stone residence sits nestled within a protected forest estate that feels like your own private nature reserve. Built in 1986 and thoughtfully renovated in 2015, the house has been transformed into a move-in ready vacation retreat that balances authentic Greek island architecture with contemporary comfort. The property includes an additional 50-square-meter stone outbuilding, offering extraordinary potential for guest accommodation, artist studio, or expanded living space. Together with the main house, these traditional structures create a compound that epitomizes the sought-after Skopelos aesthetic featured in the Mamma Mia films that made this island famous worldwide. The main residence offers two bedrooms designed for restful nights cooled by pine-scented breezes, complemented by a well-appointed bathroom and fully equipped kitchen ready for preparing meals with ingredients from Skopelos town's morning markets. Current furnishings convey the relaxed sophistication that defines successful vacation home design, providing the foundation for you to add personal touches that make this retreat distinctly yours. Outside, stone-paved verandas extend your living space into the forest canopy, creating multiple zones for outdoor dining, morning coffee rituals, and sunset aperitifs. The wooden swimming pool bec ... click here to read more

A Tranquil Escape in the Heart of the Algarve Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of olive trees swaying in the morning breeze, the sun casting a golden hue over the rolling hills of Silves. This is not just a dream but a daily reality at this exquisite 3-bedroom villa nestled in the heart of Portugal's Algarve region. Here, modern comforts meet rustic charm, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A Home with Character and Comfort Step inside this thoughtfully renovated villa, where every corner tells a story of elegance and tradition. The spacious main bedroom, a generous 35m², boasts an ensuite bathroom with a sleek, modern shower, providing a private sanctuary for relaxation. Two additional bedrooms offer cozy retreats, perfect for family or guests. The heart of the home, a fully equipped 25m² kitchen, invites culinary adventures with its state-of-the-art appliances and ample space for meal preparation. Adjacent, the expansive 40m² living room offers panoramic views of the countryside, a perfect backdrop for unwinding with a good book or entertaining friends. Embrace the Outdoors Set on an impressive 18,600m² plot, this property is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a sustainable lifestyle. The land offers endless possibilities, from cultivating your own produce to creating a small orchard. A private water dam, complete with a new filtration system, ensures a clean and reliable water supply, while additional water storage and the potential for a borehole provide further self-sufficiency. Local Lifestyle and Attractions Living in Silves means immersing yourself in a rich tapestry of history and culture. The town, just a short drive away, is renowned for its medieval ca ... click here to read more

A Tranquil Retreat in the Heart of the Dordogne Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant song of birds, as the morning sun casts a golden hue over the lush, rolling hills of the Dordogne. This is the daily reality at this exquisite country home in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, a sanctuary that offers both serenity and adventure in equal measure. A Home Steeped in History and Comfort Nestled just minutes from the iconic Château des Milandes, this estate is a harmonious blend of traditional charm and modern convenience. The main residence, with its eight spacious bedrooms, is a testament to thoughtful design and meticulous upkeep. As you step inside, you're greeted by a light-filled living room, where large French doors open onto a terrace that offers panoramic views of the verdant valley below. The warmth of a wood-burning stove adds a cozy touch, making it the perfect spot for family gatherings or quiet evenings. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the modern kitchen, complete with a central island and an open-plan dining area. Here, culinary adventures await, inspired by the rich flavors of local produce and the region's renowned gastronomy. The ground floor also features a luxurious master suite, offering a private retreat with an en-suite bathroom and direct access to the garden. A Haven for Guests and Family The estate's fully renovated outbuilding is a versatile space, ideal for hosting guests or generating rental income. The self-contained apartment (gîte) is a cozy abode, featuring a spacious bedroom, a modern bathroom, and a living area that opens to a well-equipped kitchen. An additional guest room with a separate entrance ensures privacy and comfort for visitors. Outdoor Living at Its ... click here to read more

Stand in the galleried grand hall of Kinloch Castle on a still October morning, and you'll hear almost nothing — just the faint knock of a red deer against the treeline, and the distant slap of Loch Scresort against the pier stones. That silence is not emptiness. It's the sound of one of the most remote and historically charged addresses in the British Isles doing exactly what it was built to do: making the rest of the world feel very far away. Kinloch Castle sits on the eastern shore of the Isle of Rum, the largest of the Small Isles scattered across the Inner Hebrides off Scotland's west coast. Built between 1897 and 1900 for Sir George Bullough — a Lancashire industrialist with seemingly bottomless pockets and a taste for the theatrical — this Category A listed sandstone castle is not a ruin dressed up in heritage language. It is a fully intact Edwardian time capsule, with its original contents still in place: the 1900 Steinway grand piano still in the ballroom, the Japanese lacquer cabinets still catching the afternoon light in Lady Monica's drawing room, the mechanical orchestrion still housed inside the Jacobean staircase. That orchestrion, incidentally, is one of only three ever built by Imhoff and Mukle of Germany. The other two are in museums. This one comes with the castle. The scale of the place takes a moment to absorb. Twenty bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and a ground floor that reads like an architectural fever dream of Edwardian ambition: a galleried grand hall with mullioned bay windows big enough to fill with winter light, a mahogany-panelled dining room with crystal candelabras still on the table, a billiard and smoking room that smells faintly of old leather and woodsmoke, a ballroom with a sprung floor ... click here to read more

A Tranquil Escape in Norway's Majestic Wilderness Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant call of a mountain bird, the crisp air filling your lungs as you step onto your private terrace. This is life at Bjørnfjellplatået 75, a charming chalet nestled in the heart of Narvik's breathtaking Bjørnfjell Plateau. Here, nature's grandeur is your daily backdrop, offering a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A Cozy Haven Amidst Nature's Splendor This delightful 46-square-meter chalet is a testament to comfort and practicality, designed to harmonize with its stunning surroundings. The living room, bathed in natural light from expansive windows, invites you to relax by the new wood-burning stove, its warmth a comforting presence during Norway's cooler months. The open-plan layout seamlessly connects the living area to a modern kitchen, where sleek white cabinetry and integrated appliances make meal preparation a joy. Seasonal Rhythms and Outdoor Adventures Life at Bjørnfjellplatået is a celebration of the seasons. In summer, the landscape bursts into life, offering endless opportunities for hiking, fishing, and berry-picking. The nearby Hansenvatnet lake is a haven for swimming and boating, its waters reflecting the azure sky. As winter blankets the plateau in snow, the area transforms into a wonderland for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, with trails weaving through the pristine wilderness. A Gateway to Norway's Rich Culture and History Beyond the natural beauty, Narvik offers a tapestry of cultural experiences. The nearby Bjørnfjell Sportskapell and local museums provide a glimpse into the region's rich history, while the vibrant town center, just a short train ride aw ... click here to read more

A Tranquil Escape in the Heart of Norway's Majestic Mountains Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant call of a loon echoing across the serene waters of Lake Håen. As the morning sun filters through the towering pines, you step onto your expansive terrace, coffee in hand, and breathe in the crisp mountain air. This is life at Lundadalsvegen 1970, a charming chalet nestled in the picturesque landscape of Lundamo, Norway. A Story of Tradition and Modern Comfort Built in 1987, this 70-square-meter chalet embodies the perfect blend of traditional Norwegian craftsmanship and modern amenities. The log cabin's rustic exterior, complete with a turf roof, seamlessly integrates with the surrounding forest, offering a sense of harmony and peace. Inside, the chalet is a sanctuary of warmth and comfort, with a spacious living room that serves as the heart of the home. Here, large windows frame breathtaking views of the lake and mountains, while a wood-burning stove crackles invitingly, promising cozy evenings spent with family and friends. Seasonal Rhythms and Outdoor Adventures Life in Lundamo is a celebration of nature's ever-changing beauty. In the summer, the area comes alive with vibrant wildflowers and the gentle hum of bees. The lake, a hidden gem in Melhus, invites you to swim, fish, or simply relax on its shores. As autumn paints the landscape in hues of gold and crimson, the chalet becomes a cozy retreat, perfect for enjoying the crisp air and the scent of pine. Winter transforms the region into a snowy wonderland, offering opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The chalet's proximity to a common parking area ensures easy access, even in the colder months, while the summer roa ... click here to read more

A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Södermanland Imagine waking up to the gentle lapping of water against the shore, the crisp morning air filling your lungs as you step out onto your private deck. The sun rises over the tranquil lake, casting a golden glow on the surrounding landscape. This is not just a dream—it's the daily reality at Ålsätter Hawaii, a unique island property nestled in the serene beauty of Södermanland, Sweden. A Lifestyle of Tranquility and Adventure This property offers more than just a home; it provides a lifestyle of peace, privacy, and endless adventure. The main house, with its cozy yet functional design, is a haven of comfort. Natural light floods the space, highlighting the tasteful decor and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The well-equipped kitchen and dining area are perfect for preparing and enjoying meals with loved ones, while the living room offers a cozy spot to unwind after a day of exploration. Year-Round Comfort and Charm Designed for year-round use, the house features a wood-burning stove and a modern air heat pump, ensuring warmth and comfort even during the coldest months. Picture yourself enjoying winter walks across the frozen lake, the crunch of snow underfoot, followed by evenings spent by the fire, savoring the warmth and coziness of your island retreat. Space for Family and Friends With two guest cottages providing six additional beds, this property is ideal for hosting family and friends. Each cottage offers privacy and comfort, allowing guests to enjoy their own space while remaining close to the main living areas. Whether it's a summer barbecue on the deck or a winter gathering by the fire, this home is perfect for creating cherished memories with loved ones. Outdo ... click here to read more

Nestled amidst the lush, verdant embrace of the Montagne Noire, this charming stone house in Cuxac-Cabardès offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant call of birds, as the morning sun filters through the canopy, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. This is not just a home; it's a gateway to a lifestyle steeped in tranquility and natural beauty. ### A Day in the Life Picture yourself starting the day with a leisurely breakfast in the sun-drenched veranda, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the crisp mountain air. As you sip your coffee, the view of the garden, with its vibrant blooms and towering trees, sets a peaceful tone for the day ahead. The heart of this home is its spacious, fully equipped kitchen, where culinary adventures await. With a central island perfect for gathering, it opens into a welcoming dining room, ideal for hosting intimate dinners or lively family gatherings. The living room, with its cozy fireplace, invites you to unwind with a good book or enjoy a movie night with loved ones. ### Embrace the Outdoors Step outside, and you're greeted by the expansive wooded grounds, complete with terraces that beckon for al fresco dining or simply soaking in the sun. Just a short stroll away lies the 98-hectare Laprade-Basse Lake, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether it's a refreshing swim, a scenic hike, or a leisurely picnic by the water, the lake offers endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. ### Local Delights and Cultural Riches Cuxac-Cabardès is more than just a picturesque village; it's a community rich in history and culture. Explore the nearby castles and caves, or wa ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Nesna, Nordland stands on a 1,190 m² riverside plot with electricity installed and an interior you can finish yourself. Built in 1992, the house has 58 m² of living space and one bedroom. The asking price is 26,500 EUR, which makes it a low-cost way into Norway real estate on the Helgeland coast. It is a project, though. The interior is not fully finished and there is no water or sewage yet, so it suits a buyer who likes to build, not just unpack. ### The Cabin: 58 m² Ready to Be Finished The entrance opens straight into a single open-plan living area, with space by the door for coats, boots and gear. You will need it here. The kitchen is open to the living room and already has cabinets and worktop space. A window above the sink looks out at the forest, so washing up comes with a view of the trees. Large windows in the living room face the open landscape and let in plenty of light. According to the approved plans, the cabin has one bedroom, with wood panelling on the walls and ceiling. The main living areas carry the same panelling. Heating comes from a Mitsubishi air-to-air heat pump installed in 2016. What is left to do is the interior surfaces and details. You can finish them to your own taste, but within the existing approvals and building plans. Ask the seller exactly what those cover before you draw anything up. Electricity is in place. Water and sewage are not, so you would choose your own solution. Check local requirements and costs first, because that decision shapes how you can use the place. ### The Plot by the River: 1,190 m² of Owned Land The plot is owned and surrounded by forest and open countryside. The cabin is shielded from neighbouring properties, so the main sound you he ... click here to read more

This cabin for sale in Østfold comes with an owned 200 m² forest plot and an 18 m² southwest veranda, at about €35,400. It stands in an established cabin area among pine trees, and the price is set for a buyer who wants to do the work. Two bedrooms, an open fireplace and a kitchen with a wood-burning stove are already in place. ### A 1964 Cabin: Renovate or Rebuild The cabin dates from 1964 and has the plain, older standard you would expect from that year. It has a timber frame, horizontal wooden cladding, and a masonry foundation with a ventilated crawl space. The gable roof is covered in shingle with metal flashing along the edges. You reach the front door by an outside wooden staircase with a handrail, then step into a windbreak that works as an entrance hall. Inside, the living room keeps its original pine floor, wood-panelled walls and ceiling, and a traditional open masonry fireplace. The kitchen has a wood-burning stove and leads straight into one of the two bedrooms. Both bedrooms have the original wooden floors and panelling, with enough room for bunk beds. The living area is 45 m², or 54 m² of usable space in total. Be realistic about the scope. The seller describes the place as needing total renovation, and demolition with new construction is also an option, subject to the usual building permits. A second home in Norway at this price is rare, but the budget has to cover the work too. ### The Plot, the Veranda and the Outbuildings The 200 m² plot is owned, not leased, and it is wooded with mature pines and native undergrowth. The trees give shade and a good deal of privacy, and no neighbours look directly onto the cabin. The 18 m² wooden veranda runs along the facade and faces southwest, so it catches th ... click here to read more

This stone house for sale in Charente sits in the village of Grassac, with three levels, a wood-burning stove and 1,716 m² of land for €35,000. It is in good condition and livable as it stands, yet two of its three floors are still unfinished, so you can shape them to your own plans. At this price in rural France, the usual compromise is a ruin or a long drive from anything useful. Here you get a sound house, a village address and a train station within about 35 minutes. That makes it a realistic holiday home in Charente, a low-cost base for a first move to France, or a modest renovation project you can build up over a few summers. ### The House: Three Levels and Room to Grow The ground floor holds everything you need for a first stay. There is a living room with a kitchenette, a traditional fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove, one bedroom and a shower room. On a cold evening in the Charente countryside, that stove is the room's focal point. Upstairs, the first floor is a single large room waiting to be converted. Depending on your budget, it could become two bedrooms, a bedroom with a bathroom, or a bright studio. Above that, the attic is described as suitable for conversion, which gives a third level of potential space. The living area today is 75 m², and conversion could raise the usable total. As with any older stone property, get a local builder or architect to look at structure, insulation and access to the upper floors before you settle on a plan. Check any conversion with the mairie as well. ### The Land: Garden Plus a Separate Plot The plot totals 1,716 m². About 300 m² is a garden that adjoins the house, enough for a table outside the door, a vegetable bed or a few fruit trees. The remainder inclu ... click here to read more

This 2-bedroom house for sale in Charente sits in the Le Chat holiday village near Écuras, with pool, tennis and mini-golf on the doorstep. It is a single-storey home of 54 m² on a 649 m² plot, priced at €98,100. That is a modest figure for a house with its own outdoor space in France. The village is open all year, so the place doesn't shut down in October. You can use it for a long summer, a few winter weekends, or as a base to live in. ### The House: Single-Storey Living on 54 m² Everything is on one level, which makes day-to-day life easy. It also makes the house simple to lock up and leave between visits. The living room is bright and opens onto a fitted kitchen, so you can cook and still talk to whoever is on the sofa. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms, an unusual ratio for a house this size. Two couples or a family with a child can each have their own space. The condition is listed as good. There is no big renovation to price in before you can use it, though a viewing is the time to check the details that matter to you, such as heating, insulation and furnishings. ### Terraces, Garden and the 649 m² Plot Outdoor space is where this house earns its price. One terrace is reached from the living room and the other from the kitchen. Breakfast can go on one and an evening drink on the other, depending on where the sun is. The listing also records a balcony. The plot of 649 m² leaves room for a table, a barbecue and some planting, without a garden that eats your weekends. That matters if you plan to run this as a lock-up-and-leave holiday home in Charente. ### Life in the Holiday Village near Écuras The house is inside the Le Chat holiday village, a green, leisure-oriented setting. Facilities listed for t ... click here to read more

This stone house for sale in Dordogne sits in Busserolles, in the Périgord Vert, with an 867 m² plot, a barn and a second cottage to restore. At €23,000 it suits a buyer who wants real work to do and something entirely their own at the end of it. The main house is a terraced stone building with one bedroom and about 55 m² of living space. The rooms are already laid out. Around it you get a barn, a separate small house and close to 900 m² of land. That combination is rare at this price, and so is the amount of work that comes with it, so read on before you book flights. ### The Stone House and Its 867 m² Plot Inside the main house, the ground floor holds an entrance, a kitchen, a living room, a bedroom and a shower room with toilet. It is a simple, workable plan for one or two people, and the listing also mentions a balcony. Picture coffee up there on a summer morning, looking over the Périgord Vert countryside. Above the living space is an attic of about 43 m². It is the obvious place to add a second bedroom or a bigger sleeping area if you want to host family. Next to the house stands a 44 m² barn. Buyers in this part of France use barns as workshops, storage for tools and bikes, or as a future extension, subject to the usual permissions. The plot of 867 m² is enough for a vegetable garden, a terrace for long lunches and parking, without becoming a weekend of mowing. ### The Second House: Gîte or Guest House Potential The plot includes an independent house of about 33 m². It needs complete renovation, so treat it as a second phase rather than a bonus you can use next summer. Once restored, it could work as a guest house for visitors or as a small gîte. The Dordogne is one of the most visited rural regions in Fra ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Dokka, Innlandet, is a 1968 cabin with a guest annex, 28 m² terrace and a 637 m² freehold plot set back from the road. At 39,800 euros it is a small, honest Norwegian cabin: 33 m² indoors, two bedrooms split between a main cabin and a separate annex, and a garden with room for children to run around. You leave the car by the road, walk about 50 metres along a footpath, and the noise of everything else drops away. ### The Cabin, the Annex and the Outbuildings The compound is made up of several small buildings rather than one big one, and that is what makes it flexible. The main cabin starts with a proper Norwegian entrance hall (a vindfang) where boots and wet jackets can stay out of the living space. Beyond it you find a kitchen, a living room with a fireplace and a bedroom. Large windows in the living room bring in daylight and look out over the surrounding landscape. A few steps away stands the annex, which has its own combined kitchen and living area and a separate bedroom. Guests or extended family can have their own space, and nobody has to queue for the one kettle. Two outbuildings and an outdoor toilet complete the set. The outbuildings are useful for firewood, tools, bikes and fishing gear, and some owners might turn one into a workshop or hobby room. The cabin was built in 1968 and is listed in good condition. The indoor area is 33 m² (BRA-i), with a further 40 m² of external usable area (BRA-e), making 73 m² of built area in total. ### Terrace, Garden and a 637 m² Freehold Plot Most of the living here happens outdoors. The terrace measures 28 m², big enough for a long dinner table and a few deck chairs, and it is where morning coffee tastes best on a clear day. Around it, the 637 m ... click here to read more

This house for sale in Charente is a stone barn near Grassac with 190 m² of space, a 2,300 m² plot and half its roof already redone. It sits in a quiet hamlet, and at 56,700 EUR it is priced for someone ready to take on a conversion. ### A House for Sale in Charente Priced as a Project Let's be straight about what this is. It is not a finished home. It is a solid stone shell with a lot of room to work with. The condition is rated good and the roof is partly new, but the layout, the fit-out and the connections are still yours to plan. At this price you get 190 m² under cover and more than 2,300 m² of land, and that ratio is the whole appeal. ### The Stone Barn and Its Outbuilding The main building is a traditional stone barn with roughly 160 m² of floor space. Barns give you something a standard house never will: volume, thick walls and the freedom to decide where every room goes. The listing points to three realistic uses: a primary residence, a second home, or a rental project. An adjoining building of about 40 m² completes the property. It could become a studio, a workshop or a home office, which is handy if you want to live in one part while you work on the other. ### Roof, Utilities and Renovation Scope The roof is the expensive part of any barn, and here half of it has been completely redone. The other half is described as in very good condition. That removes the biggest unknown for many buyers. What remains is the conversion itself. The utilities still need to be connected, so ask early where the nearest supplies are and what bringing them to the building will cost. Turning a barn into a dwelling normally requires planning permission for a change of use, so check with the local mairie before you commit to p ... click here to read more

The woodstove clicks and settles. Outside the kitchen window, the surface of Åkersjön is dead calm, pale silver in the early morning light, and the only sound is the occasional thud of snow falling from a pine branch. This is what winter feels like at Vallrun 524 — a 45-square-metre cabin built in 1966 that has been quietly doing its job for decades: keeping people warm, fed, and deeply glad they came. This is a proper Swedish stuga. Not a glossy renovation project dressed up for Instagram, but a genuine, lived-in retreat that works in every season and asks almost nothing of you. At 76,500 EUR, it's one of the more honest opportunities you'll find for a second home in Scandinavia. The cabin sits on a 1,303 square metre plot in the Vallrun area of Åkersjön, inside Krokoms kommun in the heart of Jämtland — a county that Swedes have been treating as their wilderness playground for generations. Two bedrooms plus a sofa bed in the living room means you can sleep six people comfortably. The kitchen runs on a wood-burning stove, which sounds quaint until the temperature drops to minus fifteen and you realise it's the most reassuring thing in the world. The living room fireplace handles the atmosphere side of things: after a full day on ski trails or out on the lake, coming back to an open fire isn't a luxury, it's just the right way to end the day. What sets this property apart from a standard cabin listing is what sits alongside the main building. A separate outbuilding contains both a shower and a sauna — a pairing that, in this part of Sweden, is completely non-negotiable for serious outdoor people. Snowmobile back across the lake at dusk, peel off your gear, step into the sauna, and then stand outside in the snow for thi ... click here to read more

The first thing you notice on a quiet Sunday morning in Kyrkbyn is the silence. Not the absence of sound, but the specific texture of Swedish countryside quiet — a wood pigeon somewhere in the birches, the faint creak of the old barn settling, the smell of birch smoke drifting from the kitchen stove. This is what you came for. This 1890 torp at Kyrkbyn 544 is one of those rare properties that hasn't been sandpapered into a glossy weekend retreat. It still has edges, history, and the particular warmth that only comes from a house that has been genuinely lived in and genuinely loved. At 110 square metres, the layout is tight in the best sense. Nothing wasted. The entrance hall is wide enough to hang wet jackets and kick off muddy boots after a walk through the forest — because you will be doing that regularly. From there, the dining room and living room open into each other with an easy, unhurried flow. The tiled stove commands the room. Cast-iron and kaolin, it radiates heat the way no modern radiator ever quite manages — slowly, evenly, staying warm long after the fire dies down. Light a fire in October and feel the whole ground floor respond within the hour. The kitchen is the soul of this house. Generations of Swedish country kitchens share this DNA: deep windowsills, broad work surfaces, a wood-burning stove for slow-cooking, a traditional pantry cold enough to keep butter firm without refrigeration through much of the year. The table in here is not a breakfast nook — it seats a crowd. Lingonberry jam on rye, coffee so strong it could stain the mug, late summer evenings when the light turns gold and doesn't quite set until near midnight. These are the rhythms Kyrkbyn 544 is built around. Upstairs, two bedrooms and ... click here to read more

Picture this: it's seven in the morning, the air outside is sharp and pine-scented, and you're standing on a 38-square-metre sun-soaked terrace at 817 metres above sea level with a mug of coffee warming your hands. Below the treeline, the Numedal valley stretches out in every direction. No traffic noise. Just wind through the spruce, maybe a woodpecker somewhere. This is what owning a vacation home in Myking actually feels like. Set on Nedrestølvegen in the popular Myking area just outside Nesbyen, this two-bedroom Norwegian chalet sits on a fenced 692-square-metre plot and has been looked after well since it was built in 1955. It's compact at 52 square metres of interior living space — but that's the point. Cabins like this aren't designed to mimic city apartments. They're built around the fireplace, the long terrace, and the landscape outside the door. Step inside and the first thing you notice is the fireplace. It dominates the living room in the best possible way — a proper wood-burning centrepiece that makes the space feel genuinely alive on cold autumn evenings. Large windows let the mountain light pour in during the day. Come nightfall, the flicker of the fire is all you need. The layout is straightforward and practical: a compact but well-organised kitchen with a stove and ample storage runs into a dining area where meals taste better than they have any right to, purely because of the setting. Two bedrooms handle sleeping arrangements for up to six people — one fitted with a family bunk bed, the other a quieter room for the adults. The toilet room features a Cinderella incineration toilet, a urinal, and a utility sink, keeping everything functional and low-maintenance in the way off-grid Norwegian cabins tradit ... click here to read more

Stand in the garden at Overmark 4 on a July evening, the air carrying the faint sweetness of cut hay from the cornfield next door, and you start to understand why people fall hard for this corner of northern Jutland. The silence is almost physical. No traffic hum, no sirens—just swallows cutting arcs above the thatched roof and the occasional tractor somewhere far off on the Hannæs peninsula. This is the kind of quiet you can't fake, and it comes attached to a 138-square-metre, four-room Danish farmhouse that has just had its most important feature replaced: a full, brand-new thatched roof that will last decades and sets the tone for everything a new owner can do here. The house dates to 1880, and you feel it the moment you walk through the door. Not in a damp, discouraging way—but in the way old Danish rural buildings carry a certain honesty in their bones. The kitchen still has its white-painted wooden cabinets, a timber countertop, and a low wooden ceiling that practically asks for copper pots and the smell of something slow-cooking. A hallway with a staircase leads you deeper into the floor plan, and what you're really looking at is a blank canvas of 138 square metres on a 1,167-square-metre plot, four flexible rooms, one bathroom, central heating, and supplementary solid-fuel stoves for those months when a Jutland gale decides to announce itself. The interior needs work—there's no softening that truth—but the bones are solid, the roof is done, and the structural conversation has already been started for you. Outside, the lot is generous and private. Mature trees ring the garden, the grass is wide open, and the field views give you that sense of borrowed landscape that money can't really buy in most of Europe. A ut ... click here to read more

Step outside on a February morning and the silence is the first thing that hits you. Not urban quiet—actual silence, the kind that rings in your ears. The snow-covered pines along Rudsgutua hold their shape like sculptures, the air at 842 meters above sea level is so cold and clean it almost stings, and the nearest marked cross-country trail is just a few hundred meters from the front door. This is life at this little 1965 cabin in Nord-Torpa, and it requires no apology for what it lacks. No running water. No electricity. Those aren't oversights—they're the whole point. This is a rare find in today's Synnfjellet cabin market: a genuinely off-grid retreat on a 1,840-square-meter plot in one of Oppland's most beloved highland cabin communities, priced at €53,100. For buyers who've grown tired of overbuilt holiday homes with underfloor heating and smart TVs, this 33-square-meter cabin cuts straight to the essential Norwegian hytte experience. It's compact, it's honest, and it works exactly as advertised. Inside, the layout is as straightforward as cabin life should be. The living room holds a sofa, a table, whatever you need—and anchored at one end, an open fireplace that you'll light within the first twenty minutes of arriving, every single visit. The gas stove and wood-burning oven in the kitchen make real cooking possible: a pot of kjøttsuppe simmering while sleet taps the window, or eggs in a pan after an early ski. The sleeping alcove off the kitchen is cozy in the truest sense—small enough that you feel the warmth quickly, quiet enough that sleep comes easily. Water gets brought in, which sounds more inconvenient than it actually is once you've done it twice. The outhouse is nearby and functional. What changed sig ... click here to read more

The only way to get there is by boat. That fact alone tells you everything about what kind of place this is. Push off from the mainland dock on a Saturday morning in July, the lake surface still glassy and cool, pine trees reflected in dark water on both sides, and within minutes you're tying up at your own private jetty on Råliholmen — an island in the Bæreia lake system that belongs, for all practical purposes, to you. No road noise. No neighbors peering over a fence. Just the sound of water lapping against smooth granite rocks and the occasional call of a loon somewhere in the forest. This 1937 log cabin is the real thing. Not a reproduction, not a renovation project dressed up in reclaimed wood — a genuine Norwegian hytte built the way they used to build them, with hand-hewn timber walls, wide-plank wooden floors, and cast iron stoves that heat the space faster than you'd expect on a cold October evening. The visible ceiling beams have darkened beautifully with age. The walls carry the particular smell of old wood and pine resin that no interior designer can fake. When you sit in the living room with the stove going and rain tapping on the veranda roof, you understand why Norwegians have organized their entire emotional lives around cabin culture. That veranda deserves its own mention. It runs the full width of the cabin, covered and generously deep, facing out over the lake with an unbroken view of forested hillsides on the far shore. Morning coffee out here in June, when the sun is already high at 6am and the mist is burning off the water — that's not a weekend, that's a life upgrade. Inside, the layout is compact but sensible for a leisure property of this kind. The ground floor holds an entrance hall, the mai ... click here to read more

Stand on the terrace at Hunnedalsveien 6511 on a clear January morning and you'll understand immediately. The lake at Gravatn sits below you, steel-blue and still, framed by snow-dusted ridgelines that seem to stretch all the way to the edge of the world. The smell of birch smoke drifts up from the grillhytte. Your coffee is hot. The ski lift is three minutes away by car. This is what a Norwegian mountain chalet is supposed to feel like. Tjørhom sits at the southern edge of the Sirdal valley in Vest-Agder, a region that serious outdoor people have been quietly returning to for decades. It doesn't have the tourist crowds of Hemsedal or the price tags of Geilo. What it does have is 684 meters of altitude, an honest-to-goodness highland landscape, and the kind of year-round recreation calendar that makes you start counting the weeks until your next visit the moment you leave. The drive from Stavanger takes roughly two hours on the E39, and Bergen is reachable in around three. For international buyers, Stavanger Airport Sola has direct connections across Europe, making this far more accessible than its remote setting might suggest. This particular chalet has a history worth knowing. Built in 1956, it was expanded and properly modernized in 1998 and again in 2013, with further updates as recently as 2023. The result is a property that carries the warmth of a traditional Norwegian hytte while functioning like a contemporary home. The cork vinyl flooring laid in 2022 feels soft underfoot and handles the mud and snow that comes with real mountain use. The heat pump installed in 2023 keeps the place genuinely warm on the coldest Sirdal nights without running up fuel costs, and the wood-burning stove in the living room does the ... click here to read more

A Tranquil Escape in the Heart of Sweden's Natural Beauty Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant call of a loon echoing across the serene waters of Lake Högstabodasjön. At Munkaboda 160, this is not just a dream but a daily reality. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Frövi, Sweden, this charming country home offers a unique blend of seclusion and accessibility, making it the perfect retreat for those seeking a harmonious balance between nature and modern comfort. A Home That Embraces Nature As you step into this delightful 49-square-meter abode, you're immediately enveloped by the warmth of natural light streaming through expansive gable windows. These windows not only illuminate the interior but also frame breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, allowing you to witness the vibrant tapestry of seasonal changes from the comfort of your living room. The heart of the home is a modern kitchen, thoughtfully designed for both functionality and style. Whether you're preparing a simple breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this space caters to all culinary needs. Adjacent to the kitchen, the living room beckons with its open fireplace, offering a cozy haven during the crisp Swedish winters. A Sanctuary for Relaxation and Recreation Step outside onto the terrace, where the scent of pine mingles with the fresh lake breeze. This outdoor space is perfect for al fresco dining, morning yoga sessions, or simply unwinding with a book as the sun sets over the horizon. The terrace's strategic positioning ensures you capture the most stunning sunsets, providing a serene backdrop for your evenings. For those who cherish the water, the property's private jetty and boat berth offer direct access t ... click here to read more

Step outside on a February morning and the ski tracks are right there — literally less than 50 meters from the front door. You clip in, push off, and within minutes you're gliding through silent spruce forest with nothing but the sound of your own breathing and the occasional crack of a branch under snow. That's the daily reality at Stangeråsvegen 96 in Hornnes, and it's the kind of thing you stop taking for granted only when you leave. This is a compact, honest cabin — 43 square meters of warm interior space sitting at 428 meters above sea level on a generous 988-square-meter plot in the established Stangeråsen cabin community. Built in 1980 and kept in good condition throughout, it comes fully furnished and ready to use from the first weekend you own it. Everything is included: sofas, beds, kitchen appliances, the gas stove, the fridge, white goods — the whole lot. Bring a bag, buy some groceries in Evje on the way, and you're in. The veranda wraps around three sides of the cabin, which matters more than it sounds. Morning coffee faces east into the forest. Afternoon sun swings around to the south. By evening you're still outside with a glass of something, watching the light drop behind the ridgeline. The lot gets sun for most of the day, which in a Norwegian mountain cabin context is genuinely valuable — not a marketing line. Inside, the layout is straightforward and sensible. Entrance, hallway, living room, kitchen, a toilet room, one bedroom, and a storage closet. The living room has enough space for a proper sofa arrangement and a dining table where four people can sit without elbowing each other. A staircase leads up to a loft — furnished with extra sleeping spots, good for kids or overflow guests, though not f ... click here to read more

Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant call of seabirds, as the morning sun casts a golden hue over the rolling hills of Portsalon. This is not just a property; it's a canvas for your dream Irish getaway, nestled in the heart of Greenfort, Ireland. With 2.075 acres of lush, untouched land, this one-bedroom house offers a unique opportunity to create a bespoke holiday home or second residence that reflects your vision and style. ### A Story of Potential and Possibility Set against the backdrop of Ireland's rugged beauty, this property invites you to reimagine its potential. The existing structure, though in need of renovation, stands as a testament to the area's rich history and offers a solid foundation for your creative aspirations. Envision transforming this space into a cozy retreat, where modern comforts meet traditional Irish charm. Daily Life in Portsalon Life in Portsalon is a harmonious blend of tranquility and adventure. Mornings can be spent exploring the nearby beaches, where the Atlantic waves kiss the sandy shores. As the day unfolds, take a leisurely drive through the countryside, discovering hidden gems and local artisans. Evenings are perfect for savoring a pint at a local pub, where stories are shared, and friendships are forged. Seasonal Splendor Each season in Portsalon brings its own magic. Spring breathes life into the landscape with vibrant wildflowers, while summer offers long, sun-drenched days perfect for hiking and picnics. Autumn paints the hills in warm hues, creating a picturesque setting for leisurely walks. Winter, with its crisp air and cozy firesides, invites introspection and relaxation. ### Local Lifestyle and Attractions - Outdoor Adventures: From hiki ... click here to read more

The woodstove clicks and settles. Outside the kitchen window, the surface of Åkersjön is dead calm, pale silver in the early morning light, and the only sound is the occasional thud of snow falling from a pine branch. This is what winter feels like at Vallrun 524 — a 45-square-metre cabin built in 1966 that has been quietly doing its job for decades: keeping people warm, fed, and deeply glad they came. This is a proper Swedish stuga. Not a glossy renovation project dressed up for Instagram, but a genuine, lived-in retreat that works in every season and asks almost nothing of you. At 76,500 EUR, it's one of the more honest opportunities you'll find for a second home in Scandinavia. The cabin sits on a 1,303 square metre plot in the Vallrun area of Åkersjön, inside Krokoms kommun in the heart of Jämtland — a county that Swedes have been treating as their wilderness playground for generations. Two bedrooms plus a sofa bed in the living room means you can sleep six people comfortably. The kitchen runs on a wood-burning stove, which sounds quaint until the temperature drops to minus fifteen and you realise it's the most reassuring thing in the world. The living room fireplace handles the atmosphere side of things: after a full day on ski trails or out on the lake, coming back to an open fire isn't a luxury, it's just the right way to end the day. What sets this property apart from a standard cabin listing is what sits alongside the main building. A separate outbuilding contains both a shower and a sauna — a pairing that, in this part of Sweden, is completely non-negotiable for serious outdoor people. Snowmobile back across the lake at dusk, peel off your gear, step into the sauna, and then stand outside in the snow for thi ... click here to read more

Step onto the west-facing terrace at Bråtåvegen 1018 on a late August afternoon and you'll understand immediately why people have been coming to Bråtådalen for generations. The sun drops toward the ridgeline at a slow, golden angle, the Otta river hums somewhere below the tree line, and the peaks of Breheimen National Park just sit there — immense, unhurried, completely indifferent to the modern world. It's the kind of quiet that actually works on you. Give it ten minutes and your shoulders drop two inches. This is a 1942 timber chalet in proper Norwegian cabin tradition — turf roof, original log walls, a soapstone stove that holds heat long after the fire's gone out. Built the year Norway was still under occupation, it has outlasted a lot. At 67 square metres on a 2,033-square-metre plot in Nordberg, Skjåk municipality, the footprint is intimate but the land around it gives you room to breathe, and then some. It's listed in good condition, which in a cabin this age means the important things have been properly cared for. Inside, there are two separate living spaces — an arrangement that works better than it sounds. The first has the fireplace with a closed combustion chamber, efficient and clean-burning, with those original log walls left as they were. No paint, no cladding, just the timber. The second living room holds the soapstone stove and connects directly to the TV lounge, a separate nook that becomes the natural gravitational centre on rainy evenings. Rain in Bråtådalen is not something you dread — it softens the valley, makes the grass hyper-green, fills the air with the smell of wet spruce. The kitchen runs on solid pine cabinetry, built to last rather than to impress, with a proper range hood and room enoug ... click here to read more

Nestled in the serene embrace of Sortland's breathtaking landscapes, Austerlandet 248 offers a unique opportunity to own a slice of Norwegian paradise. This charming country home, set on a sprawling 7,604 square meter seafront plot, is the perfect retreat for those seeking tranquility and a deep connection with nature. With its rich history and modern comforts, this property is an ideal second home for international buyers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Imagine waking up to the gentle sound of waves lapping against the shore, the crisp Norwegian air filling your lungs as you step out onto your private terrace. The panoramic views of the fjord and surrounding mountains provide a stunning backdrop for your morning coffee, setting the tone for a day of relaxation or adventure. A Home with Character and Comfort Originally built in 1910, this well-maintained home has been lovingly updated to meet modern needs while retaining its traditional charm. The entrance and bathroom, added in 2000, enhance the home's functionality, making it a comfortable haven for family and friends. - Living Room: Cozy and inviting, featuring a wood-burning stove perfect for unwinding after a day exploring the great outdoors. - Kitchen: Simple yet functional, with space for freestanding appliances and a dining table, ideal for family meals. - Bedrooms: Two bright and airy rooms on the second floor, offering ample space for rest and relaxation. - Bathroom: Equipped with a shower cabin, washbasin with cabinet, and plumbing for a washing machine. Outdoor Living at Its Finest The property's outdoor space is a true highlight, offering a blend of landscaped areas and natural beauty. A spacious 16 sqm terrace provides the perfec ... click here to read more

The alarm doesn't wake you here. It's the light. By five in the morning in July, the sun is already slanting hard across Kinnbäcksfjärden, throwing gold strips through the curtains of the cottage and landing on the worn wooden floor. You pull on a sweater, step out onto the wraparound terrace, and the bay is so flat it looks painted. Not a sound except a distant gull and the faint knock of your boat against the jetty below. This is Furuholmen — a small island in the northern Swedish archipelago that most people will never find, and the ones who do tend to never want to leave. The cottage sits at the water's edge on leased land, measuring 45 square metres of thoughtfully arranged interior space that opens wide to the outdoors. Inside, the living area is open-plan and filled with light from oversized windows that frame the bay like a painting that changes every hour. It's not a big place — one bedroom, no need for more — because life here happens outside. On the terraces. On the jetty. In the water. Around the murikka grill as the sun sinks lower and lower but stubbornly refuses to fully disappear. That grill, sitting right on the waterfront terrace, deserves a sentence of its own. Fire it up around eight in the evening with a handful of wood and whatever you pulled out of the water that afternoon. The smell of grilled perch or pike-perch over open flame, with the whole bay laid out in front of you turning orange and pink — that's not a moment you can manufacture anywhere else. Access to the island is part of the charm. You park at Kinnbäck's marina on the mainland, step into your included motorboat, and within a few minutes you're tying up at your own private jetty on Furuholmen. That boat ride — short as it is — draw ... click here to read more

Stand in the garden at Overmark 4 on a July evening, the air carrying the faint sweetness of cut hay from the cornfield next door, and you start to understand why people fall hard for this corner of northern Jutland. The silence is almost physical. No traffic hum, no sirens—just swallows cutting arcs above the thatched roof and the occasional tractor somewhere far off on the Hannæs peninsula. This is the kind of quiet you can't fake, and it comes attached to a 138-square-metre, four-room Danish farmhouse that has just had its most important feature replaced: a full, brand-new thatched roof that will last decades and sets the tone for everything a new owner can do here. The house dates to 1880, and you feel it the moment you walk through the door. Not in a damp, discouraging way—but in the way old Danish rural buildings carry a certain honesty in their bones. The kitchen still has its white-painted wooden cabinets, a timber countertop, and a low wooden ceiling that practically asks for copper pots and the smell of something slow-cooking. A hallway with a staircase leads you deeper into the floor plan, and what you're really looking at is a blank canvas of 138 square metres on a 1,167-square-metre plot, four flexible rooms, one bathroom, central heating, and supplementary solid-fuel stoves for those months when a Jutland gale decides to announce itself. The interior needs work—there's no softening that truth—but the bones are solid, the roof is done, and the structural conversation has already been started for you. Outside, the lot is generous and private. Mature trees ring the garden, the grass is wide open, and the field views give you that sense of borrowed landscape that money can't really buy in most of Europe. A ut ... click here to read more

Picture this: a Saturday morning in January, snow sitting heavy on the pine branches just outside the kitchen window, the wood stove already crackling from the night before, and the smell of coffee drifting through a cabin that actually feels like yours. That's Togstadvegen 928 in Skogbygda. Not a hotel. Not a rental. A place where you drop your bags, exhale, and stop checking the time. Skogbygda sits in Nes municipality, Viken county, tucked into a landscape that Norwegians have been quietly escaping to for generations. The name itself — "forest village" — tells you what you're getting. Rolling terrain, dense spruce forest, clean air, and the kind of stillness that's genuinely hard to find anywhere within an hour of a capital city. And Oslo is exactly that: under an hour by car, roughly 60 kilometres south via the E6. Jessheim, the closest proper town with a full range of shops, restaurants, and a railway station, is about 33 minutes by car. A bus stop is a six-minute walk from the front door. For a cabin in the Norwegian countryside, this is an unusually well-connected address. The chalet itself was built in 1960 and sits on a freehold plot of 746 square metres — generous enough for serious outdoor living. The interior spans 56 square metres of living space with a total usable area, including the enclosed winter garden, reaching 116 square metres. In good condition throughout, the property has been updated thoughtfully rather than stripped of its character. The kitchen was renovated in 2018 and fitted with solid wood countertops and proper cabinetry that actually has room to cook in — a detail that matters when you're preparing a big Sunday meal after a morning on the trails. The bathroom followed in 2023 with a full ... click here to read more

Stand on the terrace at Bjønndalsåsen 46 on a clear October morning, coffee in hand, and the whole of Drammensfjorden stretches out below you — silver-grey water, pine-covered ridges on the far bank, the occasional ferry cutting a white line across the surface. This is the view that greets you every single day from this hillside chalet in Spikkestad, a property locally known by its old name, Kvilestova — which loosely translates to "the resting place." Fitting doesn't even begin to cover it. Spikkestad sits in Røyken municipality, tucked between Asker and Drammen in a way that feels genuinely removed from both, even though neither is far. The train station is seven minutes by car, which puts Oslo S roughly forty minutes from your front door on the L14 line — close enough for a day trip into the city, far enough that you never feel the city's pull on a lazy Sunday. This particular corner of the hillside, the Ovnerudåsen area, is quiet in the way that only lightly settled Norwegian countryside can be: a handful of holiday cabins, a few year-round residents, and a lot of trees. The property is built on two separate parcels totalling just over 3,200 square metres of natural plot — not manicured garden, but actual Norwegian terrain with rock outcrops, mature birch and pine, and the kind of ground that smells of damp earth and forest after rain. The main cabin dates from 1964 and covers 83 square metres in total, with 61 square metres of internal living space and another 22 square metres of practical external area. A second, smaller cabin sits on the plot as well, giving you options: overflow accommodation for guests, a separate creative studio, or simply storage and workshop space while you plan a longer renovation. Inside ... click here to read more