Szuflandia - Eye-Popping Architecture in the Polish Beskids

Ewelina and Artur, the owners and creators of the Szuflandia project, wanted to create a unique getaway in Wisła – a picturesque town nestled in the heart of the Beskid Mountains in southern Poland. Their goal was to break away from the local tradition of building multi-storey A-frame houses or typical hotel blocks.

Inspired by modern Nordic architecture and surrounded by the beauty of nature, they set out to design something unconventional yet welcoming. This vision led to the creation of two wooden holiday apartment buildings, resembling stacked containers – modern in form, yet harmoniously integrated into the landscape.

Szuflandia is a fictional term derived from the Polish word "szuflada," which means drawer. It refers to the unique architecture in which bedrooms pop out from the building's facades like open drawers.

Nestled by the forest near the Czech border, Szuflandia is a peaceful retreat, far from the noisy and crowded tourist promenades.

Here, you can enjoy the fresh air, inhale the scents of the forest and freshly mown grass, listen to the rustling leaves and chirping crickets, and admire the starry sky right from your bed at night. During the day, unwind on the terrace while taking in the serene forest views.

There are two types of apartments: Joy, designed for two, and Fun, suitable for four. The apartments are furnished in a modern, eco-friendly style. All of them are air-conditioned and feature either a terrace or direct access to the garden (except Joy 5).

When Szuflandia opened in 2016, it was difficult to convince visitors that not having a TV in the apartments was for their own benefit, but recently, more people have come to appreciate this.

The interior follows the same Scandinavian principles as the structure itself: it's minimalist and made of wood, but because of the unique shapes, it creates exciting spaces, like the bed tucked into the window.

The apartments are equipped with Wi-Fi, a kitchenette that includes a coffee and tea set, a fridge, a stove, a dining table, bathrobes, and towels. Each private bathroom is fitted with a shower.

The apartments' subdued colors, highlighted by calming birch walls and handmade lamps, create a warm atmosphere.

The bedrooms are located in window recesses that protrude from the building, so you can have breathtaking views of the surrounding mountainous area, which is beautifully covered in forest greenery.

Szuflandia has a surprisingly complex spa. It has an outdoor pool, a jacuzzi, a Finnish sauna, a Turkish spa, a cold plunge pool, and a beautiful resting area with a moss ceiling. There is also a barbecue and bonfire area and a playground for children.

Right by the outdoor pool, there is a ski slope, so during winter, you can do a super comfortable ski in and ski out and return for some food, drinks, or a short rest whenever you like.

You can go straight from the gate to the lower lift station, and in the summer, you can set off on several trails leading towards Czantoria, Soszów, or Stożek.

The Beskids mountain region is beautiful at any time of the year, but especially in autumn, when it is full of colorful charm and a wonderful smell.