Woodnest – Odda

A timber walkway leads you through the pine forest and into a treehouse hanging six metres above the ground, fastened around a living pine tree with a steel collar that lets the tree keep growing. Woodnest was designed by Helen & Hard Architects, and the BBC has named it one of the world's best forest homes. Four cabins in total, each just 15 square metres, but with a shower, toilet, kitchenette and beds you actually sleep well in. The Mountaintop cabins have hand-carved wooden bathtubs and a bed that lowers from the ceiling at the push of a button. Below you lies the Sørfjord and Hardanger, above you the pines whisper.

The hike up takes twenty to forty-five minutes and is steep, so pack light and wear good shoes. There is no food service, but the kitchenette has an induction hob and fridge. Pick up local produce from Odda town centre, or pre-order a welcome pack. Minimum stay is two nights on weekends. Book early — the cabins are often fully booked.