The rain is coming down in Sweden and I’m guessing there are plenty of card games going on behind closed doors of everyone’s summer cottages. Meanwhile, judging by these pictures, the sun is shining over the Öresund strait in the Danish town of Rørvig, North of Zealand.
This pretty 80 sqm / 861 ft2 cottage in the woods is owned by sisters Ane and Sigrid. Since buying the property, the pair have completely renovated the property both inside and out to create a dreamy place for their families to spend summer and in fact, to get away from it all in other seasons too.
It’s somewhere they come to relax – clearly seen by the day beds, window seats and casual style. The fresh whites help to create a bright and airy feel, while pops of pink and other bright colours add to the vibrancy of the living space. Ready to see a few before and after pictures?
Exterior before
Exterior after
An entirely new shade (earthy pink), new windows, sunroom extension and new deck have completely transformed the exterior into an inviting cottage!
A cosy dining nook has been carved out under the sloping roof using built-in seating and rattan chairs.
Kitchen side view before
Kitchen side view after
Walls were knocked through to create a light and airy open-plan living space and a new kitchen has been installed with pretty blue cabinet fronts to reflect the coastal location.
An antique bed serves as a place for afternoon naps and overnight kips!
Sunroom before
Sunroom after
New windows, a fresh lick of white and a new herringbone floor was what was needed to completely transform the sun room into a beautiful bright space to relax, surrounded by greenery! You often see pretty floral cushions like these in danish summer houses.
Bedroom before
Bedroom after
I am guessing the beautiful wood floor was lurking under the laminate flooring – what a find! New windows, a fresh lick of paint and old beams have added a wonderful summer cottage vibe to the bedroom.
Toilet before
Toilet after
A new, larger and lower window has made a huge different to the feel of the bathroom. I also love the tiles!
What a perfect transformation from a slightly pokey, dated house to an idyllic summer cottage. I would perfectly happy relaxing here all summer – sunshine or rain, how about you?
You can see more pictures of Ane and Sigrid’s cottage over at @det_lille_hus_i_skoven. And also, great news. If you’re looking for a holiday home to rent in Denmark this summer, this one is available through Landfolk here.
Take a peek inside a few other Danish summer cottages today:
A dreamy danish summer cottage with an outdoor bathroom
An idyllic summer oasis on North Zealand
A light and airy summer cottage by the sea
I hope today’s post has transported you to summers in Denmark and filled you with inspiration!
Niki
PS if it’s sunny where you are, please can you send a little our way?
Photography courtesy of @det_lille_hus_i_skoven with thanks.
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