VV44

Unbridled nature, crashing waves and endless beaches make the Danish region of West Jutland a favorite destination for nature lovers. Glittering metropolises are nowhere to be found here; instead, travelers can expect vast landscapes and pretty towns. Vacation home VV44 is located inland, about half an hour’s drive from the coast. The Bauhaus-inspired structure of two interlocking cubes appears quite straightforward at first but closer inspection reveals details in the choice of materials, with concrete and wood merging harmoniously on the façade. Teak slats frame the large windows and provide a warm contrast to the covered concrete terrace. Inside, it’s clear that owners Heike and Cristian have an eye for art and vintage pieces. They bought VV44 with its wonderful furnishings from a photographer in 2023, keeping much of it and adding other gems like Scandinavian classics from the 50s and 60s. These are combined with modern fixtures such as the exposed concrete kitchen island, which conceals a vintage stereo console. The kitchen is part of the open-plan living space, cleverly divided by a ceiling-high shelving unit. Every light, cushion and sofa cover has been carefully selected by the owners and will delight guests interested in design. And then there are the bathrooms: Vintage sideboards have been converted into wash stands, complemented by brushed gold washbasins. The garden also invites exploration. The gravel in front of the house is punctuated with corten steel-edged boxes which are planted with grasses, further on are old apple and pear trees, a greenhouse and a small garden pavilion. There are no other houses nearby. This seclusion, combined with the location’s natural and architectural beauty, makes unwinding an easy task in vacation home VV44. 

WHAT WE LIKE MOST:

• Modern architecture meets wild nature and a mix of furnishing styles reminiscent of a boutique hotel
• Lovingly restored individual pieces combined with modern fixtures make the interior so unique.
• The combination of exposed concrete and dark wood brings together warm and cool materials.
• The large living area offers plenty of space for evenings together.
• The kitchen is well equipped even for complex food prep.
• The three bedrooms each have their own ensuite bathroom. VV44 can sleep a total of six people in comfort.
• The light beige micro-cement flooring throughout is reminiscent of the beach.
• The free-standing bathtub with golden feet in one of the bathrooms
• Each room has an expansive view out onto nature with individual access to the terrace.
• The garden invites you to harvest and explore.

GOOD TO KNOW:

• Children are welcome
• Toys and books are included as well as a washing machine and dishwasher.
• All rooms have underfloor heating powered by geothermal energy.
• Fall is harvest time. Guests can pick the fruit from the apple and pear trees in the 1.5-hectare garden.
• A small outdoor kitchen and a fire bowl invite you to spend evenings outside.
• If you want to shop for Danish design and satisfy your cinnamon bun cravings, you can head to the harbor town of Esbjerg, which is around 20 minutes away by car and offers stores, restaurants, and cafés; the historic and cozy small town of Varde is even closer. 
• Architecture fans should be sure to visit the Tirpitz Museum in Blåvand and the Flugt Museum in Oksbøl.
• Nysø, an old gravel pit that has been converted into a public swimming lake is just four kilometers away.
• About half an hour’s drive away, there are many beautiful beaches (Blåvand, Vejers and Henne).
• Great for cycling and hiking 
• Årre can only be reached by car, not by public transport. It takes just under two hours from Flensburg.