Like the main house kitchen, the pool house has a“ modern Scandinavian” vibe, made even more notable by the contrast to the backdrop of the guest house’ s stone and cement plaster exterior.
The family added a pool a few years ago, and the area is covered so they can continue to entertain even if it is raining, Angie says,“ We have many friends in Båstad, so our summers are full of parties and get-togethers. Swedes have lots of vacation time from their jobs, so most people are off in July, and we can have fun any day of the week. We do not have to wait for get-togethers on the weekends— sometimes we cannot keep up!”
On quieter nights, the family often has pre-dinner drinks in the pool space. There is a sitting area, a kitchenette / bar and a jacuzzi. Angie says,“ We are extremely lucky to have this much of a backyard in the center of town. That was a huge selling point for us when we purchased the house. Our pool is heated and made with tiles, not a common practice in the US, and I think it is so pretty.”
CREATING A SUMMER LEGACY
“ Our kids spend a lot of time biking, playing with Swedish kids and crabbing in the harbor. Båstad is a very wholesome, safe place that we feel so fortunate to have and share with our kids. We hope they will continue to treasure this place for many years to come, and when we are long gone,” concludes Angie. n
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