A one-bedroom floating cabin in East Greenland, accessible only by boat and with a satellite phone as the sole link to civilisation, has been listed among the world’s most extraordinary Airbnbs. The Floating Glacier Hut, moored in an uninhabited glacial bay, offers guests a complete escape from modern life, with the nearest settlement, Sermiligaaq, home to just 209 people, located 800km to the north.
Owner Nicco Segreto, a local glacier guide, built the Finnish-made aurora hut, which features a glass ceiling for stargazing and viewing the northern lights. The hut is tethered to land by ropes and an anchor, and Segreto assures guests of safety from polar bears, though sightings are possible. Guests are provided with meals, including freshly caught salmon, and an eye mask to cope with the lingering daylight at certain times of year.
The cabin, which sleeps two, costs from 7,347 Danish kroner (around £855) per night, including dinner and breakfast. There is no Wi-Fi or mobile signal, forcing guests to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. Segreto describes the experience as a chance to disconnect completely, with the nearest person often a satellite phone call away.
The listing reflects a growing trend for “quietcations” and off-grid travel, as people seek to escape the noise and stress of modern life. Even luxury travel is increasingly focusing on stripping back to essentials, with tranquillity and relaxation becoming paramount. The Floating Glacier Hut epitomises this shift, offering a unique blend of isolation and comfort in one of the world’s most remote settings.
