Fridays are for a little dreaming, don’t you think? I’m always on the lookout for the perfect Scandinavian weekend getaway. While sinking into the lap of luxury is undeniably, well, luxurious… I often find myself more drawn to cosy little cottages tucked away in peaceful settings—ideally by the water.
This morning, I stumbled across the most idyllic riverside cottage in Veksø, Denmark.
Once upon a time, fire was the heart of the home, used for both cooking and warmth. These days, we still feel that unmistakable sense of hygge (cosiness) when gathering around the flames—chatting with friends and family, reading, or simply gazing into the embers. In this little cottage, a wood-burning stove sits at the centre of the open-plan living space, creating the perfect spot to unwind.
Look closely, and you’ll spot some beautiful details. A natural slab of wood serves as a worktop in the kitchen, while sheepskin seat cushions soften the wooden chairs—adding to the cottage’s relaxed and informal charm.
In summer, life spills outdoors, where a lovely terrace and fire pit await for those long Danish evenings under the setting sun.
Could you imagine relaxing here over the weekend?
Weekend hell! I could easily live there full time!
ReplyDeleteAgreed! :) You made me laugh!
DeleteThis is exactly the kind of rental that I look for when we vacation. I especially enjoy the wine rack and (I know this is silly) the squirrel on the woodstove. Now I need to get my passport updated.
I had missed that squirrel! Thanks for pointing it out for an added bright spot to this sweet place.
DeleteThis cottage is absolutely dreamy! The perfect blend of charm and tranquility.
ReplyDeleteHappy you think so too! :)
Delete😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
ReplyDeleteWhat a place to have as a retreat. Beautiful outdoor and indoor surroundings. I want to sit on that bench by the dining table under the window. I love those copper lights above the kitchen counter and the brick paving outside the front(?) door is handsome and I would suppose also very practical.
ReplyDeleteThank you for pointing out all these lovely details. I agree, the bench would be the perfect spot to sit and look out over the water–lovely!
DeleteThat view of the river from the kitchen !!! Cooking and dining beside a roaring river! It has everything... trees with a broad canopy, firepit/ picnic bench, deck with a barbecue, snug bedrooms. Kitchen and dining lighting fixtures are impressive.
ReplyDeleteAdmire the brick patio, raised garden and brick wall by the river. Me too, would be hard to leave! Have a refreshing weekend:)
I agree, it's a perfect little getaway!
DeleteI loved details large (brick patio) and small (log bucket). Perhaps what I loved best was seeing a home photographed in the summer!! I am definitely ready for green grass and green leaves!!
ReplyDeleteTell me about it, I am so over this winter–it's never ending. Roll on spring and summer!
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