About us
A place just as we like when we travel.
We designed Nordic Refuge with a very clear idea in mind: to create a calm, elegant and welcoming place to rest after a day exploring the nature around Dalsland.
Here, bright, refined spaces and carefully curated details — from vintage Scandinavian furniture to thoughtful decoration — reflect how we like to travel ourselves. We are also committed to sustainable and responsible hospitality, aiming to reduce our footprint and connect our guests to local nature and community in meaningful ways (learn more).
Every corner of the house is meant to be enjoyed slowly: a warm cup of coffee in the living room, a peaceful morning walk through the garden, or simply sitting on the balcony at sunset.
We want Nordic Refuge to feel like a cozy retreat — elegant yet understated, and deeply connected to the quiet beauty of this region.
Anne & François
owners
Anne
Anne works as a lawyer at a public institution, but her heart belongs to the outdoors.
She loves hiking, reading, cycling and knitting woolen jumpers. In summer you’ll often find her swimming in Lake Ärr after a busy day, enjoying the silence and wilderness that surrounds the B&B.
Anne is also passionate about interior design and loves hunting for second-hand treasures that bring personality to each room.
Her favourite room is East, for its light, colours and zen atmosphere. You might even be lucky enough to taste her homemade jam made from fruits grown in our garden.
François
François is a photographer and a true lover of life in the outdoors. He enjoys cycling the gravel roads of Dalsland, wild swimming at dusk and reading American literature with a good cup of coffee.
At the Nordic Refuge, he's particularly happy with the 1969 Bang & Olufsen vintage radio in the breakfast room, playing obviously only Jazz music.
His favourite room is West, chosen for its brightness and the sweeping view over the valley. At Nordic Refuge, you might catch him preparing a Chemex coffee for you at check-in, or talking about his latest gravel ride.
Our spirit
Our place is designed to be enjoyed in a welcoming and caring atmosphere, where everyone can feel safe, free and respected. We are proud to stand by a simple principle:
Come as you are.
We do not tolerate racism, misogyny, sexism, homophobia or any form of hatred — ever.
#ComeAsYouAre
