We spent a full week in October at this charming 100-year-old farmhouse, and it became exactly the escape from everyday life we were hoping for. Our goal was simple: to step away from the stress and noise of daily routines and enjoy a peaceful, restorative week — and this place delivered that and more.
The house itself is full of character, with creaking wooden floors, warm wooden details, and spacious rooms that immediately made us feel welcome. One of our favourite features was the wood-burning stove. Each evening we lit a fire, curled up with a good book, and enjoyed the warm glow and gentle crackling — the perfect way to unwind after a day outdoors.
The surrounding nature is absolutely stunning, offering a wide range of walking and hiking opportunities. There are calm forest paths, coastal stretches, and viewpoints easily reached in autumn. However, guests whose main priority is mountain hiking might prefer visiting during the summer months, when the higher trails are more accessible and conditions are ideal. For us, though, the focus was simply to get away from the demands of everyday life — and this peaceful landscape was perfect for that.
Whilst the fishing at Straumen, Utskarpen si supposed to be excellent since . Straumen is a tidal current — a true maelstrom, we opted to make good dinners and dive into the books we never get to read otherwise.
By the end of our stay, we felt rested and recharged, and ready for the drive back to Oslo through beautiful nature.
The combination of the cosy home, the warmth of the wood stove and the stunning natural landscape made this stay truly exceptional. We would return without hesitation and highly recommend it to anyone looking for tranquillity, comfort, and a real break from everyday life.
The dialogue with Arild and Natalja went like a charm. They were very ready to provide lots of both practical tips and suggestions for how to best enjoy the area and the house. We would not hesitate a second to exchange with them again.