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Get a truly unique animal and nature experience with us!
Small farm in scenic surroundings, where the animals can walk around almost freely. Pick eggs for breakfast, scratch the mini pig. Wake up to the rooster crowing. With the canoe you can paddle several kilometers. The bathroom is simple, without a shower, but the bathroom stairs and the lovely water make up for it. There's a gas grill there too. An eldorado for animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Forest, water and mountains. Taxi boat to Lyngør and more. 15 min drive to Tvedestrand, with 5 different grocery stores, and free outdoor water park. 4 min to convenience store.

Great and cozy apartment, with electric car chargers
In this place, your family can stay centrally between Skien and Porsgrunn city center, right next to grocery stores and bus stops. You can rent city bikes right at the grocery store. Walking distance to the shopping center and the Leisure Park, where you can swim, hike, play frisbee golf, paddle tennis, mini golf, tennis, climbing park +++ There is 1 bedroom with a double bed, but we can set up more beds and on the sofa. The apartment is fully furnished, with crockery and everything you will need for cooking in the kitchen.

Cozy Hel(t) Mini house in the city center of Porsgrunn
Bright and cozy mini house (Annex) in the center of Porsgrunn. Short distance from Porsgrunn train station and the shopping center (Downtown) and Porsgrunn city center and USN. Short distance to Porsgrunn Hospital. Easily accessible, with 3 min walk to the nearest (M3) bus stop. Parking space right outside. Bedroom with a bed, can be expanded as a double bed. And sofa. There is an air mattress and top mattress in the closet if there are more than two people. By appointment. Possibility of early and late check-in/out.

Lyngørsundet, Gjevingmyra Farm
A peaceful place surrounded by beautiful nature: forest, sea and lake and mountains with views. An older farmhouse with 6 beds and a boathouse with 4 beds are rented out together. Private jetty in Lyngørsundet with 2 boat places. Trampoline, barn with lots of toys for the children, chickens. Take a romantic paddle boat or canoe in the lake, rent a motorboat and go on a discovery trip through the sea. Great fishing opportunities in the sea or in a private lake. Nice hiking terrain. Explore yourself and nature 💚

Nordic design by the beach-idyllic surroundings!
Unique and modern nordic design. idyllic and undisturbed surroundings in harmony with nature. Panoramic view over the fiord. 20 min. from Sandefjord/1,5 hour from Oslo/1,5 hour from Kongsberg alpin. The beach in front is Bronnstadbukta, area with rich nature, perfect for adults and kids. Great hiking right outside, with numerous popular summit hikes and hiking trails. Beautiful fjord with islets and reefs if you travel by boat. Cabin also suitable for two families with 2 baths ans 4 bedrooms.

Urban farm experience
There is lots to enjoy at this historic farm in beautiful surroundings. The barn house from the 1700s is situated in Porsgrunn city centre, and everything you need is within walking distance. The big 3-bedroom apartment is fully furnished in classic old Norwegian style. You can enjoy the evening sun in this green space during spring and summer, or light the fire in one of two fireplaces while watching the snow outside the window. Private parking and internet included.

Best Retrohus!
Unique apartment in complete retro style! Located in Skien's old town, Snipetorp and amazing views of Skien. Less than 5 minutes walk to the city center (canal boats) and 2 minutes to Brekkeparken. The apartment is newly renovated in retro style and includes: - Kitchen with stove, fridge, washing machine and everything else you need to cook your own meals - Bedroom with double bed. - Balcony The hosts live in the apartment next door and are mostly available.

Nice apartment at a nice price + free parking/wifi
Large (70m2), 2 bedroom appartment at reasonnable rate with free parking, TV channels and wireless wifi. Separate entrance, parking space and outside area with furnitures. First floor in two floor house and very quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to food store, shopping mall, recreation area and bus stop. We always do thorough cleaning before arrival of new guests and execute contactfree check-in and out by use of a key box. Welcome :)

Apartment centrally located in Skien
Centrally located apartment in Skien! ✅ Airport: 40 minutes from Sandefjord-Torp International Airport ✅ Skien Hospital (24h service): 9 minutes by car ✅ Supermarket: 4 minutes by car ✅ Bus stop: 1 minute from the bus terminal ✅ Shopping Herkules: 14 minutes on foot Ideal for students, families, healthcare professionals, or travelers. Comfortable and fully equipped for a relaxing stay. Enjoy the best location in Skien!

Small cabin on island
"Kjempehytta" is an Idyllic small cabin located on a beautiful island in Lake Toke in Bamble, Telemark. A perfect place to see the the starry night sky, and enjoy nature. In summer you can go swimming an fishing in the lake. To get to the island you need to padle a canoe. The canoe and two lifejackets are included in the rent. You find more information about the cabin below.

The little Blue House
New great modern apartment. Walking distance to Skien downtown, mall, food stores Skien amusement park, hospital +++. Silent and quiet area and near a large park. You will have your own parking place and possibilities to borrow bikes. There is a full equipped kitchen. Free TV and Wi-fi. One bedroom with a double bed. One sleeping couch for two in the living room.

Cozy and central apartment with private entrance
Simple and peaceful accommodation with a central location. Only 10 minutes walking distance to Skien city center via historic and cozy streets in Snipetorp. The apartment is close to the crypt church on Kapittelberget and Brekkeparken museum.
Popular amenities for Skien family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Cabin with Jacuzzi at Gautefall

Ashlad

Welcome to Veslestua

Family cabin with hot tub and great views

Bubbling Retreat (Jacuzzi and electric heating)

Great family cabin with jacuzzi and sauna.

Black Mirror ( Jacuzzi all year )

Wonderful modern holiday home with great lake views
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Simple and nice forest cabin with fishing opportunity

In the middle of the "butter eye" on Lifjell

Sandbukta in Kilebygda

cozy cabin in the woods near water

Cabin in Sandefjord municipality/Høyjord

Apartment in a quiet residential area right by the forest.

Sun cabin. Great location on Skrim.

Modern cabin idyll with sauna and magical views
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

House with heated pool by the sea and beach

Modern detached house with swimming pool

K8 apartment, newly renovated, sleeps 6

Cozy cabin with swimming pool

Modern child-friendly house near the beach and city center

Spacious and child-friendly apartment in Bø

Newer cottage at Kragerø Resort with Jacuzzi

Great big house in Stavern, lake view and pool
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Skien stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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