It’s that time of year again. Twice every year, in the beginning of December and at the start of summer, I start longing for Sweden. I’ve been lucky enough to be able to go home almost every year since I came to the US, but I suspect this is one of those years when it’s not going to happen. I make up for it by listening to Radio Stockholm and watching Swedish TV online, reading Swedish blogs and newspapers and connecting with friends and family through Skype. Although sometimes that only makes the homesickness worse….
I know Sweden is not in the top 10 of must-see places on most people’s list, but if you have the chance, I highly recommend a trip there (during the summer, or even in December. It’s sooo cozy right before Christmas, it’s dark, yes, but there are lights and candles everywhere). Stockholm is gorgeous, built on islands and everything you want is right there in the city. You can shop, bicycle, fish, swim, go boating, eat & drink, stroll, enjoy nature (yes, right in the city), visit museums… it’s a city that’s very easy to enjoy and live in.
My husband and I have long dreamed about buying an apartment in Stockholm, not just to use as a holiday home, but as a second home. We’d love to find a way to divide our time between Sweden and the US. So far, they’re just dreams, but I can’t help browsing around every now and then to see what’s on the market in Stockholm… I came across this apartment the other day, and had to share the pictures. If I win the lottery, it’s all mine! 🙂
Photos: Eklund Stockholm New York (real estate brokers)
Don’t miss this luxury apartment – a converted movie theatre, also in Stockholm, and this Bali villa to die for.
I can completely understand why you’d want a place in Sweden. I do too – and I’m not even Swedish! I just can’t get enough of that Swedish style. I could look at these kinds of homes all day! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog. It’s lovely to meet you!
Great to meet you too! I LOVE your blog – so full of great photos and decorating ideas. Thanks for visiting MY blog. 🙂