The Cuckoo's Nest

Surrounded by a fragrant garden and blessed with an uninterrupted view over the sea, this spectacular escape is tailor-made for magical stays when seemingly endless summer days span almost eighteen hours.

Built back in 1902 and painted in that iconic red hue that epitomises rural Sweden, this spacious and sprawling holiday home has maintained many of its original features over the proceeding century. When combined with its secluded island location, one of some 30,000 that make up the Stockholm archipelago, it's perfect for those seeking that all-too-rare feeling of disconnection from the frenetic pace of modern life.

Despite its remoteness, the house is just a few minutes by car or boat from the vibrant archipelago town of Vaxholm, with its tempting bakeries, fishmongers selling fresh seafood, a surprisingly international array of restaurants, plus supermarkets for stocking up on essentials. However, it's easy enough to maintain your island idyll should you want to.

With a private beach, a stunning sauna that looks out over the water, a private dock for jumping off afterwards, plus an expansive lawn for picnic lunches and outdoor games, why would you want to leave?

Home truths:
*Given the location, a car is a necessity – there's ample on-site parking available
*The fifth (bunk room) and sixth bedrooms (king-size double) are located in separate annexes on the grounds
*While this home isn't best suited for children and infants (please enquire for further details), a cot is available on request
*There's a tennis court a two-minute walk away
*The home comes with a private jetty
*You'll receive an in-person check-in with a welcome glass of Champagne
*Stockholm Arlanda Airport is 55.5 kilometres away
*A villa manager will be on hand to assist with any concierge requests 24/7