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– for a few days or a whole week
building the village I had a vision of
creating a place that I would like to visit
myself.
Thomas has built each cabin himself.
Including the ”so-called” Gökboet
(the Cuckoo’s Nest) – a timbered bridal
suite high up in the trees with a balcony
overlooking Lake Eldan. The cabins are
simple but tastefully equipped. Heating is
provided by the wood-fired cast iron stove
and for lighting you use good old-fashioned
paraffin lamps.
The guests who visit
Naturbyn get access
to Thomas’ great know-how in creating fun
and exciting adventures. There are plenty
of things to do here for families who want
an active holiday. Some only stay for a few
days, others move into Naturbyn and stay
for a whole week or longer.
– We have canoes for those who wish
to go canoeing and discovering the lovely
islands and beaches all around the lake on
their own, he says. We also have a boat for
fishing or exploring new places.
The outdoor kitchen
is centrally located
with a grill and cooking area over open
fire, sheltered from bad weather. In the
muurikka (large frying pan) it is easy to
make stir-fries or your own flat bread.
Those who do not want to eat out in the
open can set the table in Långhuset, which
also has a fireplace.
The thing that really stands out, though,
is most likely the plates. In Naturbyn, all
meals are served on handmade wooden
plates made from flat-sawn logs.
– When you’ve finished your meal you
simply put the plate in the fire, Thomas says
with a smile. No need to worry about the
washing up! The knives and forks are also
made out of wood and can be thrown on
the fire too.
Naturbyn,
Långserud
41
Located along Road E18
by Lake Eldan, about 70
km from the Norwegian
border and 60 km west
of Karlstad. Timbered
cabins with wood-fired
stoves and paraffin
lamps. In the middle of
the village there is an
outdoor kitchen and
a house (Långhuset)
with chairs and tables
and a fireplace. Sauna,
outdoor hot tubs and a
pontoon from where you
can go swimming. Large
selection of both relaxing
and challenging outdoor
activities.
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