Get hygge: the UK's best Scandinavian-style getaways
Oat Grass Lodge, Bamburgh, Northumberland
With the Norman fortress of Bamburgh Castle standing impressively on Northumberland's dramatic coastline, it's the perfect place to combine breezy walks beachside to cozy afternoons in front of the fire at this light and airy lodge designed with clean Scandinavian lines. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the open plan kitchen diner and sleek living room bring vibrant natural colors into the cream and gray rooms, while upstairs the bedrooms have a soothing sanctuary feel with soft hues, plaids wool and rugs. , and waxed wooden floors. sleeps 6; a week costs from £880; crabtreeandcrabtree.com
Lancaster Barn, Lancashire
This A 200 year old barn located five miles south of Lancaster has been carefully curated to create a calming Scandi feel. There are Volga linen throws and Hypnos beds, underfloor heating and natural slate in the en-suite bathrooms, and lots of blond wood and glass in the downstairs spaces. Breakfast is taken in the spacious Garden Room, while in the evening sharing platters of locally produced cheeses and charcuterie are available (ordered in advance), along with drinks from the well-stocked Honest Bar. Over 18s only; double rooms from £144 B&B; lancasterbarn.co.uk
The Chickenshed, Monmouthshire
With the Norman fortress of Bamburgh Castle standing impressively on Northumberland's dramatic coastline, it's the perfect place to combine breezy walks beachside to cozy afternoons in front of the fire at this light and airy lodge designed with clean Scandinavian lines. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the open plan kitchen diner and sleek living room bring vibrant natural colors into the cream and gray rooms, while upstairs the bedrooms have a soothing sanctuary feel with soft hues, plaids wool and rugs. , and waxed wooden floors. sleeps 6; a week costs from £880; crabtreeandcrabtree.com
Lancaster Barn, LancashireThis A 200 year old barn located five miles south of Lancaster has been carefully curated to create a calming Scandi feel. There are Volga linen throws and Hypnos beds, underfloor heating and natural slate in the en-suite bathrooms, and lots of blond wood and glass in the downstairs spaces. Breakfast is taken in the spacious Garden Room, while in the evening sharing platters of locally produced cheeses and charcuterie are available (ordered in advance), along with drinks from the well-stocked Honest Bar. Over 18s only; double rooms from £144 B&B; lancasterbarn.co.uk
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