The Arctic Hideaway (Fordypningsrommet) is a one-of-a-kind micro-resort on a windswept archipelago above the Arctic Circle. Accessible only by boat, this off-grid cluster of ten minimalist cabins offers total immersion in nature’s silence and an inspiring space for reflection. Founded by jazz musician Håvard Lund in 2016, the Hideaway was envisioned as an artists’ residence and eco-haven “where isolation meets forward-thinking”. Here, innovative design and sustainability go hand in hand. The cabins – each with a distinct purpose (sleeping huts, a kitchen house, studio, sauna, etc.) – are scattered across bare rock and wild heather, connected by wooden boardwalks. Built with locally sourced timber and clad in weathered Kebony wood that blends into the coastal landscape, the structures perch on steel stilts to minimize environmental impact (no blasting of rock, and each unit can be removed without a trace). Solar panels and wind energy provide power, and there’s high-speed satellite internet for modern needs. Inside, the aesthetic is cozy Scandinavian simplicity: warm wool throws, simple pine furnishings, panoramic windows framing the ocean and midnight sun. Days at the Arctic Hideaway unfold at an unforced rhythm. Guests (often creative souls, but all are welcome) awaken in snug cabins to the sound of seabirds and the Arctic light dancing on the sea. A communal breakfast might feature local goat cheese, foraged berries, and strong coffee enjoyed in the shared kitchen cabin. Long stays are encouraged – many visitors come for weeks – as the Hideaway believes in the transformative power of slowing down. In summer, hike the flower-carpeted islets, fish for dinner, or practice yoga on the pier under the midnight sun. In winter’s polar night, gather in the sauna then dash into the snow, or simply marvel at the aurora borealis swirling overhead. Throughout, sustainability is a guiding principle: the Hideaway has been called a “beacon for sustainability”. It runs largely on renewable energy and has an ultra-low footprint – even water use is carefully managed with rainwater collection and efficient systems. Local community engagement is key too: the project revitalized tiny Fleinvær island, working with local boat operators and food suppliers to support the region. Even the architecture was a community effort, with Norwegian architects and craftsmen constructing the cabins by hand. Guests are asked to participate in low-impact living, from sorting waste to embracing the “art of doing nothing” and letting nature lead. The Arctic Hideaway is more than a hotel – it’s an experiment in sustainable lifestyle and a sanctuary for the mind. As one resident wrote, “I arrived seeking solitude and left with a friend in Time itself”. In this floating piece of the Arctic, you rediscover simple pleasures – a crackling wood stove, a shimmering horizon – and your own creative spark.