Down by the water in the beautiful nature area of Vågslid, you'll find this architect-designed dream of a cabin 800 meters above sea level. With its simple, now graying wooden facade and grass on the roof, it contrasts beautifully with the classic dark cabins nearby. Here you can let yourself be embraced by the tranquillity of the landscape and the intimate and welcoming décor.
Inside the cabin, it's easy to see the hosts' attention to detail - from second-hand finds that have been given a new lease of life, to fine design solutions such as different social zones. At the dining table, you can enjoy long, cozy meals or creative projects, while the long bench by the windows or the sofa offers the opportunity to curl up with a good book - preferably with your favorite music in the background from the hidden sound system in the living room. Upstairs, the loft and oak posts provide the perfect setting for the kids to play.
The cabin has two bedrooms on each floor, and there's plenty of space for families or several generations to gather in the cabin. At the same time, the cabin doesn't feel too big for a couple or family to experience its intimacy. In the main house, the large windows create a fantastic influx of light and give you the feeling of being at one with nature. If you're lucky, you may be visited by both hares and foxes outside the living room windows.
Outside, you can enjoy the sun on all sides of the cabin, from dawn until it sets behind the mountain in the evening. Lose yourself in the beautiful view of Vågslivatnet lake and the surrounding mountain landscape, and warm up around the fire in the twilight of a late evening.
The fantastic landscape around you offers beautiful nature experiences, whether you choose summit hikes to Simleskjåen or Vesle Nup (1510 meters above sea level), or take the children around Vågslidvatnet, to Hermodshola or around Vasseventyret. If you want a very special experience and would like to get up early, Trolltunga, Dronningstien and Via Ferrata Åkrafjorden Nature with 3 alternative routes are all within easy reach. Expect a 1.5 to 2 hour drive each way to where the tour starts.
In winter, Haukelifjell Ski Center, which offers alpine skiing or snowboarding, is just a few minutes' drive from the cabin. You can also choose to just strap on your skis at the cabin and spend much of the day on the beautiful trail network Vågslid offers. Your hosts also recommend Sæsnuten, which is a whopping 1392 meters above sea level.
Ski in / ski out: Cross-country ski trails right outside the cabin.
Ski resorts nearby: 8 min to Haukelifjell Ski Center and 40 min to Hovden Alpine Center.
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Linen and towels
Tea towels and dishcloths
EV charger
Make an agreement directly with the host if you want to use the EV charger - this is not included in the price
Wifi
Barbecue (gas/charcoal)
Canoe/Kayak/Row-boat
Campfire site
Close to hiking paths
Close to ski resort
Cross country skiing in/out
Hammock
Outdoor games
Garden furniture
Sea view
Terrace
Board games
Books
Cot
Dryer
Highchair
Toys
Amber lights
Washing machine
Woodburning stove
Coffee machine
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Exhaust hood
Freezer
Oven
Desk
Desk lamp
Office chair
Apple TV
Chromecast
Streaming service
TV
Wireless music player
Highlights from Johannes
Host since November 2022
Go on a mountain hike in Vågslid and come home with breathtaking nature experiences in your luggage
Fall in love with the cabin's beautiful design solutions and welcoming atmosphere
Find peace of mind on the terraces, where you can warm up around the fire pit and enjoy views of the water and mountains
Our cabin at Vågslid was completed in the summer of 2017. It is a meeting point and gathering place for children, grandchildren and friends. The cabin is frequently used at weekends, during vacations and on the way to and from visits to Eastern Norway, and since we retired we have also used the cabin on weekdays when the opportunity arises. We enjoy life in and around the cabin and the beautiful hiking opportunities the surroundings offer all year round.
Vågslid, and the surrounding area, offers many opportunities where you can enjoy both short walks in the immediate area around the cabin, (especially suitable when you have small children in the family), and longer day trips to nice hiking destinations in summer and winter. Vågslidvatnet offers great opportunities for canoeing, fishing and swimming in the summer. For those who want to combine winter skiing with alpine skiing or snowboarding, Haukelifjell Ski Center is just a few minutes by car from the cabin. Feel free to check Løypeinfo Vågslid on Facebook for updated information about trails.
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I can only pass on my absolute best recommendation for this stunningly beautiful and enormously cozy house located in the most wonderful surroundings. We were 2 families (10 people) away for 5 days and enjoyed every moment, cozying up in the house in front of the fireplace, cross country skiing right outside the door and downhill skiing nearby.
The house offered everything we needed and more, especially the fantastic beds that were hard to get out of in the morning..
We dream of another stay next winter ....
Feedback from Simon, Denmark
Stay for 6 adults and 4 children
The home
166 m²
Linen and towels are included
Tea towels and dishcloths are included
Arrange EV charging with the host
Arrival from 14:00
Departure by 12:00
Rules of the home
Parties are not allowed
Smoking is not allowed
Pets not allowed
This doesn't necessarily mean that the home has suitable features, so check to see if there is a cot and high chair.
Children are welcome (ages 3-12)
Cancellation Policy
Get a full refund if you cancel up until 30 days before check-in.
You may cancel your booking within 48 hours after receiving a booking confirmation or until 30 days before the arrival day for a full refund. Until 14 days before the arrival day, you may cancel for a 50% refund. If you cancel less than 14 days before the arrival day or book 72 hours before the arrival day, you will not be refunded.