This house for sale in Svendborg stands on the island of Drejø, with sea views, 184 m² on one floor and a 1,151 m² plot.
The journey is part of the appeal. You park in Svendborg, board the ferry at the harbour and spend the crossing watching the small islands of the South Funen Archipelago slide past. By the time you step ashore on Drejø, the mainland already feels a long way off. This is a classic Danish villa on a quiet road, in good condition and ready to move into. It works as a holiday home in the South Funen Archipelago, but it is also set up for living here all year.
The House: Built 1875, Renovated 1990
From the outside it is easy to read. A red tiled roof, two bay windows on the facade and the proportions of a traditional island house. The villa dates from 1875 and was renovated in 1990, so you get the old structure with a layout and services from a more recent era.
Everything sits on a single floor, 184 m² in total, divided into six rooms. Four of them are bedrooms, which gives a family or two couples real room to spread out. The living room is bright, and the kitchen has its own drainage. There are two bathrooms, each with a toilet and shower, which matters more than you would think when guests fill every bed in July.
Heating comes from a central heating system with a single boiler, backed up by stoves for solid or liquid fuel. On an island in winter, that second source of warmth is worth having.
Garden, Sea View and a Quiet Road
The plot measures 1,151 m². The garden is green and mature, and open fields stretch out beyond it. There is enough ground for a vegetable patch, a lawn for children or a flower border, and still room to sit out without a neighbour in view.
The sea view is visible from both the house and the garden. Expect changing light over the water and boats passing through the archipelago. The road is quiet, so the soundtrack is mostly wind and birds.
Living on Drejø and Getting There
Drejø is a small island with a close community, and the pace is slow. Walking, cycling, fishing and birdwatching are the obvious ways to spend a day, and the shoreline is never far away. Neighbouring Skarø and the larger island of Tåsinge are part of the same archipelago, so there is plenty to explore by boat or on a day trip.
The ferry connects Drejø with Svendborg, a lively harbour town on Funen with shops, restaurants, cultural events and a busy marina. Svendborg municipality has close to 60,000 residents, and you will use the mainland for bigger shopping trips, healthcare and schools. The listing notes several schools in Svendborg, so families should plan around the ferry timetable.
For remote workers, high-speed fibre internet is available here, with speeds up to 1000/1000 Mbit/s. That makes extended stays realistic, not just summer weeks.
By car from Svendborg, Billund Airport is roughly an hour and a half away, and Copenhagen Airport about two hours. Add the ferry crossing and plan your first trip with a little margin.
Buying a Second Home in Denmark
A house like this suits buyers who want a second home in Denmark with room for family and guests. Island properties need a bit of planning. Ferry times shape arrivals and departures, and you will want to arrange someone to look in when you are away.
The listing gives some useful environmental information. The property is not expected to be affected by groundwater or sea level rise, and there is only a minor risk of flooding during extreme rainfall. The radon risk is assessed as very high, which is not unusual in older houses. It is normally managed with ventilation and mitigation measures, so ask about this during your survey. If you are comparing Denmark real estate options, this is a point to price in early.
Key Features
- Detached villa built in 1875, renovated in 1990
- 184 m² of living space on a single floor
- Six rooms, including 4 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms, each with toilet and shower
- Kitchen with its own drainage
- 1,151 m² plot with a mature garden
- Sea view from the house and garden
- Central heating with one boiler plus stoves for solid or liquid fuel
- Fibre internet up to 1000/1000 Mbit/s
- Red tiled roof and two bay windows
- Good condition, ready for immediate occupancy
- Quiet road on Drejø, with ferry access to Svendborg
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get to the house from Svendborg?You take the ferry from Svendborg Harbour to Drejø, then drive or cycle to the house on the island. Check the current timetable before you plan your arrival, as services follow a fixed schedule.
Is it suitable for living here all year?The layout points that way. It has four bedrooms on one floor, central heating with backup stoves, two bathrooms and fibre internet. The ferry timetable is the main thing to get comfortable with.
Do I need to worry about radon?The radon risk is listed as very high, as it often is in older homes. It can be managed with ventilation and mitigation, and a survey will show what is needed.
If you would like to view this island house or ask about the ferry and the buying process, get in touch through Homestra and we will arrange a visit.
