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Two Dreamy Airbnb Cottages on the Swedish island of Gotland

It’s no secret that I absolutely love the Swedish island of Gotland. Granted, I’ve only been there once—when we sailed there on an East Coast tour and Per pretty much…

A Cotswolds Country House with Peaceful Views Over the Hills

Do you live in your “forever home”? A place you’ve finally landed, fallen in love with, and can’t imagine ever leaving? Our home in Malmö feels more transient. It’s wonderfully…

A Unique Airbnb Escape in Skåne

I’m not going to lie, it’s Monday and I’m already daydreaming about the weekend. I recently stumbled across this Airbnb — a rugged, industrial hideaway that somehow still feels warm…

A Warm Swedish Home with Built-In Bookshelves

Bookshelves. That was a question in the comments this week. And if January is known for one thing, it’s reading. Some love to read from their iPad or a Kindle,…

A Breath of Fresh Air in Södermalm, Stockholm

Why, hello there! Happy New Year!! I hope you had a relaxing time over the holidays and managed to stay warm. Here in Sweden it’s sooooo cold right now, so I’m sitting…

Cosy Moments with a Danish Classic

Sponsored by Carl Hansen & Søn, thank you for supporting the brands who make My Scandinavian Home possible. This weekend we headed up to our cottage for a cosy autumn…

5 extra-cosy Scandinavian cottages in the snow

The snow arrived in Sweden yesterday and oh, how I scoured the web for a snow cottage to share with you today. But alas, it’s been a cazry week and…

A Carpenter’s Swedish Country Home in The Snow

In my last post I mentioned that I was going to start sharing a few Christmas posts this week – but bear with me, because first I have the charming…

The Home Tours That Stole Your Hearts in 2025

The final blog week before I take a little break over Christmas and New Year comes with its very own tradition: looking back through the year and revisiting the tours…

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Dearest friends, Thank you for a wonderful year on My Scandinavian Home — for spending time in this little corner of the web and for sharing in my passion for…

Step Inside a Warm & Welcoming Swedish Christmas Home

I’m often asked how Scandinavians cope with the long, dark winters — and honestly, even when you try your best, the cold and endless twilight can wear you down. But…

DIY Swedish Christmas Decorations From Johanna’s Charming Home

Yes, there is a definite theme running through my posts right now – they all seem to start with a traditional red-and-white Swedish cottage in the snow. But while the…

A Christmas Glimpse Inside Our Home (and a Little Gift for You)

Sponsored by Skandinavisk (all words are my own and I only ever work with brands I love and think you will too). It’s the darkest time of the year, and…

A Little Cosy Scandinavian Christmas Inspiration

Tjena! I hope you had a cosy weekend and a happy first Sunday of Advent. In Scandinavia, that’s officially when the home gets its first layer of Christmas decorations –…

A Bright & Beautiful Christmas in Natalie’s Malmö Apartment

It’s starting to look a lot like jul here in Malmö, and just across town, in the French-Swedish home of interior designer Natalie Coquand the decorations are up in all…

my scandinavian home: A Warm Swedish Christmas: Inside Sanna’s Country Home

Hej there! How are you holding up? It’s a busy time of year! On Friday I shared a few snapshots from my own home this Christmas (along with a little…

A Cosy Norwegian Home at Christmastime

This is the time of year when I always start to panic — is Christmas really only 14 days away? I have so much to do… how about you? Even…

my scandinavian home: Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree: The Edit!

Oh, how I love a Christmas tree — the true star of festive décor! When it comes to your fir, I’m a firm believer that there’s no right or wrong…

Understated Christmas Charm in a Swedish Home

Men tjeeena! How’s it going for you this last week before Christmas? Is all calm and bright or gloriously chaotic? Either way, this is exactly the moment when Scandinavian Christmas…

Who’s Ready For an Off-grid Cabin Escape?

Goddag! What better way to start the week than with a little escape? A girl’s got to dream, right? And this little cabin in Devon, England, is the perfect retreat…

A Cosy Welsh Cottage and Its Gentle Wolfhound Host

When I was little, we used to visit the Lake District, a mountainous and breathtakingly beautiful area in England, where we’d spend our days walking in the fells. We always…

A Funky 1960s Swedish Townhouse Full of Personality

I’ve got something a little different to share with you today: a funky Swedish townhouse from the 1960s that’s absolutely brimming with personality. It’s one of those homes that feels…

A Charming Glimpse into Sophia’s Swedish Country Home

A couple of years ago, my family and I enjoyed a wonderful break in Saltsjöbaden, part of the stunning Stockholm archipelago. We have such happy memories from our trip, swimming…

Laid-Back Living in a London Terrace

I always feel a wave of nostalgia from my childhood in England at this time of year — those darker evenings, the cold, damp air, the rustle of leaves underfoot.…

Angelina Dörfler’s Inspiring Home Makeover

Why hello there! You know I love a good before and after – nothing shows the possibilities of a home better, don’t you agree? There’s something so magical about seeing…

Small-Space Calm in a Gothernburg home

It’s fascinating how people thrive in different environments – some love the peace and tranquility of the countryside, while others are comforted by the buzz of the city. The sound…

From Foraged Feasts to Fireside Reads – A Cosy Island Getaway Near Bergen

On my way to the studio this morning, I felt the first crisp bite of autumn – a puff of mist curling from my lips, and a favorite knit pulled…

my scandinavian home: Warm Woods & Soft Textures: Inside a Gothenburg Oasis

Hej! I’m back from a wonderful few days with family in Cornwall – the rugged south coast of England – all rosy-cheeked and full of way too many Cornish pasties!…

A Swedish Photographer’s Home with Cosy Corners and a Cat With a View

I’m heading off to London in a moment to see my Mother (it’s her birthday!) and my sisters (yay!), but before I go, I wanted to slip in and share…

A Malmö Apartment That Lets the Details Speak

An exciting new week lies ahead! It’ll be a short one for me as I’m off to London on Wednesday to visit my family — I can’t wait! In the…

my scandinavian home: Where the Sea Meets Home: A Swedish Coastal Escape

It’s Friday! And if there’s a day for dreaming, this has to be it. Long-time readers will know my biggest dream is to one day live in a little cottage…

Touring Janet Parrella-van den Berg’s Tuscan Sanctuary

Borta är bra, hemma bäst (away is good, but home is best) – so the Swedish saying goes. And really, there’s no place like home. It’s our very own personal space…

A Stockholm Home Full of Colour and Creativity

Hejsan hoppsan! The weekend whizzed by in a blur—am I the only one? Today in Malmö, the skies have darkened, and the lights are on. So when I stumbled across…

Touring a 1909 Lakeside Cottage

It’s funny how family and friends can take you to places you’d never normally get to. It might be something big, like someone marrying into another country and settling there,…

Inside Elsa Billgren’s Dreamy Södermalm Home

I’ve been following the work of author and podcaster Elsa Billgren for years, for so many reasons. First and foremost, I simply adore her style — it has a signature touch…

A Fairytale Escape on ‘Happiness Island’, Sweden

Hello good people! I thought I’d end the week on a happy note—literally. This dreamy Swedish cottage sits on its very own island, aptly named Happiness Island. Located in the northern…

my scandinavian home: From Printing House to Family Home: A Relaxed Swedish Tour

It’s not every day that a home like this comes onto the market. After fourteen years, the owners are now saying goodbye to their unique Liljeholmen home, a place where…

Inside a Swedish Home with Subtle Tones and Surprising Touches

Why, hello there! On Friday, I promised in the comments that I’d share something with a touch of colour – so here it is! Quick disclaimer: if you’re looking for a…

A Serene Swedish Lakeside Cottage Escape

It’s Friday, friends – time for a little weekend dreaming. After all, who wouldn’t want to spend it in a pretty traditional Swedish cottage, gazing out over a lake? When…

Tour a Malmö Home Filled with Smart Scandinavian Style Ideas

Goddag, goddag! While there are lots of different looks across Scandinavia, I think what the region is most famous for worldwide is its love of a neutral palette—one that balances calm…

A Charming Holiday Home in Österlen, Sweden’s Summer Escape

My younger sister and her family are currently island-hopping in Greece, and every now and again she FaceTimes me all excited, ready to give me a real-time video tour of…

A Tour of Jennifer’s Beautiful Swedish House

It’s Friday, woohooo! And I can’t think of a better way to slide into the weekend than with a dose of home inspiration. Today, we’re stepping inside a Swedish villa…

Inside an Artist’s Seafront Retreat

There’s something about houses on the coast that always gets me. Maybe it’s the light, maybe it’s the horizon, or maybe it’s just that I’ve always secretly wanted to live…

A Cosy 1800s Cottage Stay in Kullaberg, Sweden

Hej! How are you lovely people today? A little while ago, I shared a guide to Helsingborg – a city close to my heart, not only because my husband is…

Tour the Beautiful St Oaks Studio by ‘Our Food Stories’

Their signature style is unmistakable — richly patinated walls, brass fittings, and incredible cabinetry that always steals my heart. As keen foodies, the kitchen is always at the centre of…

A Swedish Schoolhouse Turned Artist’s Home

You know how much I love a home with history – especially when it’s had a completely different life before. This one’s lovely: Malmby Gamla Skola, a former schoolhouse dating…

A Peek Inside a Tapestry Artist’s Notting Hill Maisonette

Sometimes, it’s hard to walk into a property and instantly see its full potential – especially when it’s looking a little… shall we say… worse for wear. Do you agree?…

A Cosy Swedish Home with Vintage Finds & Foraged Charm

To wrap up the week, I’m taking you on a virtual trip to the countryside of Värmland, Sweden—home to Johan Magnussen. Johan has a knack for discovering vintage treasures, filling…

Stay in This Lovely Liseleje Cottage by the Sea

I often get emails asking for tips on places to visit and where to stay in Scandinavia — and I’m always happy to help! As you might have noticed, I…

A Gentle Return to Swedish Summer Cottage Life

Hello! Thank you so much for your patience over the past two weeks while I took a little time off to enjoy summer with my family. This morning feels bittersweet.…