Swedish Cottage with Interior That's Easy to Replicate

This cottage in Sweden was built in the early part of the last century and was originally used as a summer house without heating or sewage. It was practically abandoned starting in 1935.

Five years ago, a new owner purchased the house to renovate and improve it while trying to preserve the atmosphere that once existed here.

Visually, the house looks very much like familiar Russian cottages: a neat porch with a roof and carved decorations on the facade. It does not resemble modern Swedish houses "from the needle"—this building has its own atmosphere.

Inside, it's even cozier: three bedrooms with walk-in closets, a full kitchen, dining room, and living room are located on two floors. There are also several bathrooms and a laundry room. Everything needed for the life of a large family.

The finishing is as simple as the interior. Walls in some rooms are panelled with shiplap, while living rooms have printed wallpaper. Floors are made of warm-toned wood in rooms and heated tiles in bathrooms.

Some windows are adorned with colorful stained glass, which adds mood to the interior and creates an interesting play of light.

Coziness is added by wood-burning fireplaces and a real tile stove—now the house is always warm and can be visited in winter. Thanks to decorative and textile details, the interior is interesting to look at.

The house is located on a large plot—here the fruit orchard has been laid out, greenhouses for growing berries and vegetables have been built. There is also an open veranda for outdoor relaxation.

There is also a annex to the house where the kitchen and several other rooms were located before. Now it is used as a guest cottage and workshop.

Photo source: historiskahem.se/