This cabin invites us to stay in the Eriksberg Nature Reserve
The scenes that take place inside the eriksberg nature reserve , in the southeast of Sweden , combine serenity with nature, amazing landscapes with enclaves of dreams, and a diversity rarely seen in Scandinavia with one of the most interesting safaris on the continent, where it is now possible to stay in a cabin that offers disconnection a few meters from the most privileged wildlife in the region.
As a mirage, on the coast of the Blekinge archipelago is the Villa Ilusión, the last great tourist bet introduced by Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve . The cabin, built with stainless steel, glass and a thatched roof on steel pillars, offers the sensation of floating in the air while contemplating specimens of deer, fallow deer, european bison, mouflons Y boars who roam freely around.
“Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve is one of the largest wildlife enclosures in Northern Europe . We like to offer our visitors the opportunity of close contact with animals to increase understanding and the importance of caring for our nature in the long term”, they point out from the nature reserve to traveler.es
From the balcony you can see deer, European bison and wild boar
This fascinating lodging rises as it is surrounded by the richness of the avifauna and one of the largest populations of red water lilies in the world , to which is added the Pere David deer, which since September 2014 became part of the Eriksberg nature reserve.
SLEEP IN A NATURAL RESERVE IN SWEDEN
In 1938, beng berg , wildlife pioneer, zoologist and nature photographer, set out to found Eriksberg, an area dedicated to research projects on animals such as the red deer. Previously recognized for having protected the sea eagle o moving Canada goose to Sweden , at that time he felt the need to erect areas that show the populations how animals and nature unfold.
After his death, his son, Iens Illum Berg , continued with the extension of the enclosure, which ended up being entirely completed at the end of the seventies. Years later, a second stage of expansion was undertaken which today has managed to crown the reserve with a total of 925 hectares of biodiversity in its peak state.
Villa Ilusión is an accommodation that works with solar energy
Since 2008, Mellby Gård, its current owner, has embarked on the construction of luxury accommodations that not only aim to offer an unforgettable experience, but also care about respecting the environment and conserving this UNESCO protected site harmoniously and in general, taking into account the principles of sustainability.
Thomas Sandell , an architect from Sweden, has been the architect of this cabin that combines artisan dyes with technology, without forgetting those premises promoted by the creator of the nature reserve. So the modern structure design , along with the site and the story, come to interact naturally.
”The beautiful Eriksberg Nature Park offers the opportunity to live an architectural experience that allows the visitor to be much closer to the animals and immersed in nature. We have designed a house that comes from the traditional Swedish house, having been built on the border between nature and culture, traditional and modern, one can expect an experience out of the ordinary”, emphasizes Thomas Sandell, the architect in charge of the Project.
Villa Ilusión stands four meters high ground and it has been specifically located on a space where animals come to feed. It is not surprising that those who have woven this initiative have decided to establish a glass inside the cabin or even a balcony, from where it is possible observe wildlife as they grab their food.
It is possible to observe the animals feeding from the cabin
This interesting accommodation of 50 square meters and 15 of terrace, is prepared to host a maximum of 4 people , having 2 rooms, a small kitchen and a furnished terrace. In addition, trying to be governed by sustainability, the structure has been conceived to be powered by solar energy and gas.
Although the roof is thatched, the walls of the building are covered with a polished stamped steel plate, whose reflective properties are intended to create the illusion of a cabin that fades into nature.
If you prefer more activity, the eriksberg nature reserve also offers safari tours , the possibility of enjoying a culinary experience in its restaurants, a winery and an agricultural store that sells local souvenirs, as well as other surprising accommodations to stay.
From the telescope located in the living room of the cabin you will be able to contemplate how the wildlife unfolds in each of the seasons, since Illusion Villa It is available all year round and reservations can now be made on the official site.
The nature reserve cabin will be available all year