"In 2022, Helle & Claus traded city life in Copenhagen for a new chapter on North Bornholm. Sjælegård Country Lodge is their dream brought to life - a place where guests stay in beautiful holiday homes surrounded by open and wild nature. Chickens peck around the courtyard, grazing animals help nurture biodiversity, and the pace is wonderfully slow. Welcome to Sjælegård." Helle & Claus
I always melt a little inside when I see traditional half-timbered buildings like these. At Sjælegård, you settle into newly renovated houses where old beams and modern comforts blend seamlessly, creating a warm, homely atmosphere that instantly makes you exhale.
At the same time, you’re stepping right into Helle and Claus’ ambitious rewilding project. On 26 hectares of former farmland, they are creating wilder, richer nature and as a guest, you become part of that journey. Supporting rewilding while experiencing it up close feels both meaningful and inspiring. Don’t miss a guided walk with Helle around the vast nature grounds - it adds such depth to your stay.
For us, one of the most special moments was wandering across the fields with the boys, meeting ponies and cows along the way. What started a little cautiously quickly turned into confident little pats and quiet conversations. Truly magical to witness.
Info:
📍 Sjælegård Country Lodge
📫 Blåholtvej 22, Olsker, 3770 Allinge-Sandvig
📅 Open year-round (generally)
🛌 3 holiday houses (3-5 guests). Total capacity: 15 guests (5 beds in each house). In The Lake House, you can book an additional double room - accommodating up to 7 guests.
🚻 Private bathroom, toilet, and kitchen in each house
👩❤️👨 Perfect for family gatherings and groups of friends
🐶 Dogs welcome in The Woods House
💻 Read more and book your stay here
Sjælegård’s Best INSIDER TIPS
🌿 Beautiful nature spots:
Døndalen: especially in spring, when the anemones bloom and the waterfall is full and lively. Find parking here.
Helligdomsklipperne: for dramatic cliffs and sweeping sea views. Find parking here.
The view from the cliff above Opalsøen, where you can spot Hammershus and the old manor Hammersholm in the distance.
🩱🌊 Best swimming spots:
Næs Strand is a cosy little rocky beach with a pier for swimming.
Sandkås Strand is a rocky coastline, beautiful light sand, and a lovely beach bar atmosphere.
🍽️ Eat well here:
Cafe Fabers have great coffee by day, delicious cocktails by night (high season only).
Brødre Bageri is an incredible sourdough bread and pizza.
Ølbar Penyllan is a cosy beer bar right on the harbour.
Gæstgiveren is a charming concert venue (high season only).
🥾 Hiking:
A special 3-day hiking package created together with Birkelund Bornholm - including full board and overnight stays at both places. Read and book your hiking package here.
Short hike: Hammerknuden Looop (approx. 7 km).
Long-distance route: Højlyngsstien - crossing the island from coast to coast (67 km).
☔ On a rainy day:
Bornholms Tekniske Samling is a great place for children who love mechanics.
NaturBornholm is a very family-friendly science and nature centre.
Grønbechs Gård is for adults interested in arts and crafts.
Bornholms Kunstmuseum is a beautifully located art museum overlooking the sea.
