From a young age, I had always dreamed of living close to nature, far from the noise and hustle of the city. I remember sitting on the edge of my bed at night, gazing at the stars, imagining a place where I could wake up to the sounds of birds, still waters, and majestic trees. A place where nature would be at the center, but where one could still experience luxury and comfort. This was my childhood dream, and it was a dream I could never let go of, no matter how impossible others thought it might be.
In 1997, at the age of 24, I took over the family farm in Southern Norway, and that's when my adventure truly began. With more courage than sense, and a good dose of determination, I decided to make my dream a reality. I started by building Treetop Island, a treehouse on a small island in one of the most hidden and majestic areas of Southern Norway. The island was nearly inaccessible, surrounded by dense forests and tranquil waters – exactly the peace and quiet I had longed for all my life. Here, among the trees, I began to feel that I had found the perfect place to bring my dream to life and offer a truly unique experience for others who wanted to connect with nature.
But even though Treetop Island was a fantastic step in the right direction, it wasn’t enough for me. I wanted to create a place where the adventure never had to end, where people could experience the beauty of nature in a luxurious way. The dream of combining nature with real luxury led me to build The Fairytale Castle – a castle with two towers, where visitors could feel like they were part of a real-life fairytale. I wanted people to experience a place that felt truly magical, where luxury and nature could blend together, giving them a sense of being in a completely different world.
But my adventure didn’t stop there. I wanted to give guests even more, so I built three floating tents – a completely unique way to sleep under the open sky, with the stars overhead and nature all around. Waking up to birdsong, mirrored waters, and the sunrise behind the trees is an experience few can forget. It adds a whole new dimension to the outdoor experience – you are literally at one with nature, and you get the feeling of being on an adventure from the very first moment.
In 2020, Treetop Island received a very special visitor. Legendary pop star Samantha Fox spent some time at Treetop Island, and it was a moment I will never forget. It was an amazing experience to have such a famous and talented person visit and experience the magical place I had built with my own hands. Her visit was a highlight that showed how Treetop Island attracts people from all over the world – whether they are looking for peace or something truly unique.
Two years after building Treetop Island, I had a new idea that sprang from my adventure – to share the magic with children. That’s when the idea for the children’s book "Beverly Bever and the Petfluencer" came to life. Inspired by my own treehouse, the book was written by Anette Moe, but the idea and theme stemmed from my own adventure. In the book, we follow Beverly Bever and her adventurous life, discovering the most amazing things in nature. The title came in part because Treetop Island has attracted many influencers and adventurers, who have shared their experiences on social media. Thus, the book became a fun and creative way to link the magic of nature with today’s digital world, where even animals can become "petfluencers."
But my adventure hasn’t only been about building dream places and writing books. In 2019, I joined as a sponsor for Vipers, one of the most exciting handball teams in Norway, and have proudly supported them ever since. I’ve always had a passion for sports, and it feels fantastic to support a team that shares the values of hard work, unity, and determination – values that are also important to me in my own journey.
It all started as a small childhood dream of living close to nature. It began with the idea of creating a place that could only exist in dreams, and today Wild Cabins, with its treehouse, floating tents, and The Fairytale Castle, has become a magical destination for those who want to experience nature at its very best – both during the day and under the stars at night. What started as an idea many years ago has now grown into a place where people can live out their own adventures, while I also get the opportunity to support amazing projects like Vipers.
From childhood dream to reality – this is my story, and I invite you to join the adventure.
Welcome to Wild Cabins, where dreams come true.
