Vallsta Halsingland, Sweden
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Local WellnessOutside the door
Stilted timber hideaway
Stilted timber cabins perch high above the forest canopy, offering quiet seclusion and sweeping views over the Ljusnan River Valley.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Two-story stilted timber cabins feature a minimalist birch sleeping room and an open-air panoramic viewing deck.
Notable
Stilted cabins interpret traditional Hälsingland granaries using regional timber, local flax insulation, and regional breakfast hampers.
Listed
The open-air timber roof deck provides an elevated platform for quiet morning yoga, meditation, and valley contemplation.
What they say
Also in Wallpaper*.
the sheltered bottom floor is located at treetop height, exposing overnighters to dense pine tree crowns, while the level above is stripped of all walls
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched atop Åsberget Mountain, the secluded retreat is reached by a forest trail winding through dense Swedish pine trees.
The rooms
Birch-lined interiors feature futon mattresses dressed in regional flax linen, windowsill dining benches, and portable Flos lighting.
The spa
Dogs stay too.
How it began
Architect Hanna Michelson conceived the stilted timber lofts on a former ski slope, taking inspiration from traditional regional granaries.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.