I live in a modern townhouse in Malmö, Sweden, built in 2001. It’s bright, practical, and has lovely high ceilings. But what it lacks are the charming architectural details of a bygone era—those diamond-shaped windows and wooden beams that once came as standard. Do you own a home like this?
People often say that living in an old house requires a deep passion for maintenance. But that doesn’t deter me from dreaming about owning a beautiful historical home—one that carries the echoes of the past in its walls (although Per may beg to differ!). Needless to say, I can’t resist keeping an eye on the real estate market (some might say I'm obsessed). And today, I stumbled across an absolute gem: a late 19th-century cottage that instantly stole my heart.
Described by Alvhem as having "an enchanting soul and a fantastic story to tell," this cottage in Sävedalen, Sweden has been in the same family for generations. Now, it's ready for a new custodian. There’s something wonderfully timeless about its interior—think a traditional-style kitchen, elegant wainscoting, and floral-themed wallpaper. But it’s the little details, like the well-worn radio, locally made pottery and vintage tins in the kitchen, that make it feel so beautifully lived-in.
And let’s not forget the sauna at the end of the garden—an absolute dream!
Oh, how I’d love to call a home like this my own one day and add my personal touch. Until then, take the tour and let's dream!
This makes my vintage-loving soul sing! I'd spend all my time in the sun room. Like you, Niki, the tins and radio are nostalgic--my parents had a radio like that, and I had a flashback to the kitchen where I grew up.
ReplyDeleteOur house was built in 1960, so the architecture isn't terribly inspiring, although we do have some built-in shelves and a built-in cabinet. We also have ceiling molding in our living room. Those are some of my favorite elements of our home.
It sounds like your house has some lovely details Kris! I'm happy this home tapped into your vintage-loving soul :)
DeleteI love the placement of that rug in the kitchen. On a slant. Unconventional and yet it really works. Same with the portraits in the living room.
ReplyDeleteThank you for pointing that out, I hadn't noticed! I agree, it does work :)
DeleteTo me this is more a country house:) and it reminds me so much of Craigdarroch Castle, Victoria, B.C. As it was in the 1890s. And, yes, it was the architectural elements that caught my eye first and then the little beautiful vintage details. Am so glad, they only added fresh flowers and plants. The garden is beautiful, it takes years to get that look. My husband may nod heads with Per:) and yes, to maintain an old home will require much from us, though it will be well worth it.
ReplyDeleteI must check out that castle! I know exactly what you mean about the garden. We are only just getting started with our summer cottage garden and it's a tremendous amount of work (and money), I dream of inheriting a well-established garden - one that's full of surprises each season and requires maintenance rather than copious amounts of planting!
DeleteI've already admired this beauty while browsing the Alvhem website and might have saved one or all of the images as reference for our upcoming house renovations, haha! Even though our house is a rather sober brick farm house from the 1930s located in the middle of Germany, I'm hoping to achieve this cozy, warm Swedish-country house-atmosphere.
ReplyDeleteWhat a coincidence! I am sure you will create a lovely, cosy and warm home :)
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