Hygge and Happiness.
If you haven’t heard of the term Hygge, it’s worth looking up. Hygge is about atmosphere and experience. It is hard to specifically define, but it is about being with those we love in a comfortable and safe environment where all of our senses are impacted - taste, sound, smell, touch, and sight. Lynn’s place is the perfect combination of these Hygge elements.
This cozy cabin is tucked back into the canyon and feels completely private - removed from the rest of the world. The views are of a beautiful canyon landscape and are easily seen through the walls made of windows. The space has a unique fireplace that is simple to start and has mesmerizing flames that provide both warmth and ambiance. You can simply enjoy the quiet that is a part of the location allowing you to completely unplug and hear sounds from the canyon - birds chirping, peacock noises, and winds rustling. Or, you can use the wonderful bluetooth system to enjoy your favorite music. Lynn has filled with cabin with high quality Hygge comforts - warm blankets, teak furniture (with super comfy cushions) and plenty of pillows. The kitchen is stocked with quality appliances, copper pots, cast iron skillets, a fabulous toaster (seriously, a weird thing to mention - but it was the best!), and a Nespresso machine that provided us with the most amazing cappuccinos every morning! Natural light filled the space with stunning rays that cast the most beautiful patterns on the floor of the cabin throughout the day.
Proximity to the hiking trails was a huge bonus for us. We loved spending time hiking throughout the canyon - taking in the incredible views - and tiring us out for evenings spent in the cabin. We chose to cook homemade meals most nights and the cabin was filled with yummy smells of fabulous food. However, if you prefer to eat out, there are plenty of delicious restaurants a short drive away. We absolutely loved Topanga Table!
Lynn’s cabin for us was about being in the company of those we love, shielded from the outside wood and just enjoying time spent reconnecting. It brought back childhood feelings of safety, love, warmth, and happiness.
I can’t recommend this sweet spot in the Topanga Canyon highly enough - and it comes with the most wonderful host, Lynn. We will be back; in fact, we cannot wait to return! Prepare to be filled with a Hygge kind of happiness.