Woodnest Treehouse in Norway – A Unique Accommodation Experience
A stunning new accommodation has been unveiled near the town of Odda in Norway that sees guests sleeping in a cosy and tranquil treehouse built in a forest that overlooks the magnificent Hardanger Fjord.
Called Woodnest Treehouse, the hideaway is owned and operated by husband and wife team Sally and Kjartan Aano. When they first met in Sydney, the pair had each written a secret bucket list for life before sharing it with the other. To their surprise, they had both included that they wanted to live in a treehouse on their respective lists.
“We had a long distance relationship for a while before I moved to Norway. Kjartan had always remembered that bucket list, and he actually secretly built a treehouse on his own, with the plan of proposing to me in it! Of course I said yes. It was ten meters-high, and you had to climb the branches to get into the trap door at the top. It became our escape, our recharge space, our date night and weekend getaway, and from that first treehouse came our plans to build something that others could enjoy,” Sally shared.
The couple collaborated with Norwegian architects Helen&Hard, who transformed their treehouse concept into an elegant design fit for guests. The two unique structures were crafted with a tree running through the middle, providing minimal external support. “We wanted to create something that people saw and said ‘wow’. They have breathtaking views over the Hardanger Fjord and can put their feet up and relax in the woods. We want it to be an experience, not just an overnight stay,” they explained.
The cosy spaces are just 15-square-meters and can accommodate up to four people. Each treehouse comes equipped with electricity, a small kitchenette, a stove top, mini fridge, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Additionally, they feature flushing toilets and showers, along with under-floor heating to ensure warmth during colder months.
Reaching the treehouse requires a short thirty-minute hike. The site has implemented environmentally-friendly practices, using local and natural products, such as handmade chemical-free soap and locally-sourced sourdough. The two treehouses undergo deep cleaning and disinfection after each guest’s stay, minimizing staff contact to ensure a safe experience.
“We have been overwhelmed by the positive responses we received from our guests; this brings us so much joy! We only opened in mid-September and were fully booked for three months ahead in the first weeks. This has been a great relief for us and something we are very humbled by,” Sally mentioned. More information on Woodnest is available at the official website.
