Right by the river in stunning countryside.
90 square meters open kitchen living room.
15 minutes to private sauna by the river.
20 minutes to all kinds of ski lopes, 10 minutes to golf course , 15 minutes to salmon river. 15 minutes to waterfall , caves , silver mining , museums . 40 minutes to the sea.
1 hour to Oslo.
The space
1 floor. spacious entrance. 90 square meters living room and kitchen.
Toilet and shower.
2 floor. 5 bedrooms .bathroom , shower bathtub , washing machine and dryer..
3 new king size continental beds .
1 new continental bed 1,45 cm
1 queen size bed with new mattresses
Big garden and barbecue.
Guest access
2 floors
Notes
You need a car.
Absolutely no kind of smoking in our house.
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
Travel Styles
Weekend
Adventure
Budget
Family
Romantic
Sport and leisure
Relaxing
Village
Mountains
Water
Skiing
Hiking
Last minute
Golf
Cross-country skiing
House rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Smoke free
Dates of Availability
Click on availability periods to see exchange types and descriptions.
Neighbourhood
We have no visible neighbors.
Getting to my home
Directly train from Gardamoen Oslo airport to Kongsberg. From there you need a car 15 minutes.
1 hour from Sandefjord Torp airport.
Nearest airport
Sandefjord Torp or Gardemoen Oslo airport
Getting around
You need a car to get around, 15 minutes to nearest town Kongsberg.
Possible to swap cars too.
Aino went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful stay at her home. Her daughter picked us up from the train station and even got dinner for us. She took time to show us the house and how things work, and start a fire too. Both she and Aino were readily available throughout our exchange for questions and recommendations. She brought us to her family’s sauna one day too which we loved. The home was clean and organized for us. It’s decorated with ainos beautiful artwork! It’s quite large with 5 bedrooms. This area of Norway was beautiful with fall colors. Oslo is only an hour away if you want a city. Driving here was easy and we were happy to have a car swap! There’s a lot of hikes, climbing parks and farms. We loved our stay! Highly recommend Aino and family as exchange partners.
Aino and Jan’s home is really special, it’s in a beautiful setting next to a river and so tastefully decorated with Aino’s lovely glass artwork. We loved the view from the balcony and enjoyed waking up looking out at the snowy landscape.
We were warmly welcomed by Aino and Jan on our arrival. They left some local food for us to try and homemade beer, both of which were much appreciated. It was very useful to be able to use their car, and it was very reliable in the fresh snow.
We really enjoyed visiting the family’s sauna and introducing our children to skiing for the first time. It was a really unique and fun exchange for us and a lovely first trip to Norway. Aino was very responsive throughout our exchange, despite having limited internet access on her trip. She was also kind enough to give us one of her glass art pieces as a gift, which we will keep with fond memories. We would highly recommend this beautiful home and family to exchange with.
Aino and Jan’s house was very beautiful and her arts work is spectacular. It felt like we were living in an art gallery. Her house overlooks a highway and beautiful river. Great view from upper main bedroom with terrace . We didn’t use the terrace much due to traffic noise .
The highlight of our stay was definitely the sauna at Jan’s parents house which is around 15 mins drive. The setting of sauna by the river was magical and his parents were awesome.
During our stay, Aino was very responsive to our questions and needs. Thank you Aino and Jan for wonderful stay. Look forward to seeing you in Hawaii next year.
We had a wonderful time at Aino's and Jan's house. Aino's art in the house is super inspiring and everything was so warmly prepared for us. We loved the Norwegian raspberries, the Norwegian cheese, the homemade beer and just enjoyed BBQ so much in their beautiful garden in the most beautiful sunshine. A highlight of our trip was the time we were allowed to spend in the sauna. <3
We had great communication and even when we were "stuck" with the car in Oslo, they helped us. <3
What a beautiful home and such wonderful easygoing people! I am really happy we got to meet Aino and Jan - they were extremely accommodating and helpful. They even picked us up and dropped us off at the airport as it is not super easy to get to their home from Torp airport (would have been much easier from Oslo).
Their home is just too beautiful, filled with Aino's glass art, and as they told us - they did all the renovations in the house by themselves! Although it was cold outside, it was warm in the house even without tuning on the fireplace or additional radiators (which were available). I loved waking up with an open view of trees and hills
The house is situated in a small place, overlooking a river and hills, but close is Konberg, a bigger town with shopping malls and the usual stuff. We exchanged cars as well so we could freely explore the surroundings. Near the house, there is a local ski slope - small, with about 5 trails, but just enough for everyone's taste, from beginner to expert level. We loved it!
We could also use/book a sauna that is located 15 minutes from the house, in their parent's house yard - this was also an amazing experience, especially with dipping in the frozen river afterward.
The whole stay was just perfect and we would definitely go back and would love to meet Aino and Jan again.
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Aino and her family took great care of our home and kitties! We had another exchange right after them and they prepared the home and cat beautifully for our next guests! They even sent pics and videos to assure me how well they cleaned for the next guests. Aino was also easy to communicate with. I can easily recommend them to exchange with. 🥰
Aino stayed in our home with some other adult family members and they were the perfect guests. They helped us prepare for another exchange immediately after theirs by remaking all the beds which was much appreciated. Everything was left clean and tidy and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them as guests.
Aino, family, and friends were wonderful guests at my villa. It was a pleasure arranging the exchange and planning their trip. I appreciated their curiosity about life in Bali. They treated my home and Balinese staff with great respect, care and everyone enjoyed their stay. I look forward to someday staying with them in Norway!
Aino and Jan left our apartment just perfect. You are always welcome back with us. <3
We simply loved staying in Kauai.
Karolyns very personal home situated in the middle of the island, was the perfect frame to explore the whole island .
We spend the whole week exploring from south to north and enjoyed the breathtaking scenery and beautiful beaches.
Karolyn was so helpful and really made a huge effort to ensure we had a perfect stay. From giving good advice to even bringing us a meal through her non profit organization.
Her big spacious new car with room for 8 people was such a good treat.
This place is super whatever you want a relaxing holiday or one full of adventures. Seeing turtles and monk seals on the beach and snorkeling with loads of fish and turtles.Zipping, surfing, golf, hiking, frisbee golf, kayaking, or as we also did fishing, where we ended up catching a big BLUE MARLIN which was one of the highlights of our trip.
In other words if you get the chance to go here just DO IT.
Karolyn and her girls were such sweet and lovely guests in my home.
They left everything spotless and we had great communication all the way.
She left us flowers and a nice card as she left.
I’ll give her the best recommendation as a guest.
Perfect
This is the only word to explain this swap.
The location is near to everything whatever you want to walk or take a bus.
It’s quiet and still near local restaurants and bars .
The house itself it’s just so authentic clean and wonderful.
Bath city is like a little fairytale, we enjoyed every corner
There’s nothing more to say than if you get the chance to go to Sarah’s place you NEED to grab it right away. You’ll thank me later😊
Thank you so much, so glad you enjoyed your stay!
We were so lucky to meet and host Sarah and her beautiful family. Their two boys were so polite and sweet.
We had super conversations all the way, and they were so appreciative and positive to everything.
They left our home and car spotless.
We recommend them as visitors with all of our heart, and look forward to visiting their home in Bath.
Aino and Jan Kongsberg Norway.
Thanks for the lovely feedback. It was so great to meet you and stay in your wonderful home.
The pictures doesn’t do this place justice.
ITS MAGNIFICENT .
If your not into lots of traveling and adventure, staying at this place , eating in , getting massage , just relaxing this is the PERFECT place for you..,
The cook Wayan made the best food we had in Bali. Her husband Kadek drove us safely wherever we wanted safely.
Dreamplace.. I just want to go back.
Aino Jensen
We just loved being in Michael and Nina’s big spacious apartment.
We couldn’t had a better place for exploring the city than their BOHO CHIC home in the middle of the town.
Our communication was perfect and they made sure we had everything to provide us an excellent stay.
Their coffee machine is to die for, and it provided us with the best coffee we’ve ever had.
They left our place spotless and shiny, and I would really recommend them, and their place to everyone who is interested in going to Wien.
We never actually met but our frequent communication made us feel like getting new friends. We hope to meet them in person one day.
Aino and Jan Norway
https://peoplelikeus.world/properties/17515
We just loved being in Michael and Nina’s big spacious apartment.
We couldn’t had a better place for exploring the city than their BOHO CHIC home in the middle of the town.
Our communication was perfect and they made sure we had everything to provide us an excellent stay.
Their coffee machine is to die for and it provided us with the best coffee we’ve ever had.
They left our place spotless and shiny, and I would really recommend them, and their place to everyone who is interested in going to Wien.
We never actually met,but our frequent communication made us feel like getting new friends. We hope to meet them in person one day.
Aino and Jan Norway
https://peoplelikeus.world/properties/17515
Fantastic people.
Lora and zoran has been the most perfect visitors you can imagine.
They left my home spotless ,and left both flowers and nice specialities from their country.
They are enthusiastic and forthcoming, easy to please and very appreciative .
Best recommendation from us.
Aino and Jan Kongsberg Norway
https://peoplelikeus.world/properties/17515
Premium
Aino
We’re a family of two. Jan is a carpenter and Aino is a glass artist. (Aino Jensen.no)
We are quite flexible due to our work
Traveling is a lifestyle for us and we don’t mind comfort if we get a good experience.
We love to hike in beautiful country sides , charming small villages, but also big cultural cities. We are horse people and like animals.
We have two daughters and two son in law and a little granddaughter .
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