Family-friendly holiday rentals in Skien

Centrally located house in Skien

The house is centrally located in Skien, only 300 meters from the railway station/bus stop, which also has direct connection to both Torp and Gardermoen Airport. To Porsgrunn the estimated travelling time is 8 minutes by train. Bus M3 goes downtown to the main bus station, before it continues on to Herkules, Skien Fritidspark and Porsgrunn. The nearest convenience store, Kiwi, is 500 meters away, and downtown Skien about 1,5 kilometer away. In other words you can walk to everything. If you are travelling by car, you can park the vehichle for free on the premises. The 115 m2 (living space) house is built in the late 1920s by my great-grandfather & grandfather. The ground floor has a bedroom with a double bed, and a small bathroom with a shower right next to it. The toilet is literally one step away in the hallway. The living room is quite spacious with a 50-inch TV, Blu-ray player, and some Blu-ray videos for your pleasure. Between the bedroom and the living room is a well-stocked kitchen with stove, microwave and fridge. On the first floor is another bedroom with a double bed, and it is a sink in the room as well. The living room is divided into two parts. In the "TV-part" there is a IKEA-sofa which can be folded out to a double bed. In the "dining part" it is also a sofa which can be used as a single bed. It is as well another small room with one single bed. There is a another kitchen with stove and fridge between the master bedroom and living room. In the basement it is a somewhat bigger bathroom with another shower. If you need to wash your clothes, it is a washer in the basement. It is no dryer in the house, but you can dry your clothes in the garden weather permitting (or inside). The garden itself is quite big and has 5 apple trees. In season it is of course possible to pick some apples for personal consumption. Almost all the rooms in the house are decorated with pictures shot by myself all over the world. Wi-Fi is included. Non-smokers are preferred. If you want to smoke you can do that outside. Unfortunately, neither access to the building nor the flat's design is suited to visitors with physical disabilities. For your safety, there is a security camera on the property monitoring the driveway (and nothing else) Some possible excursions to do in this area: * Go with the ferry on the Telemark Canal, which dubs itself as one of the most beautiful waterways in the world. I would recommend a day trip to Lunde. The ferry leaves every morning from Skien from mid-May to mid-September. You can watch what the canal looks like on the Netflix show: "Slow TV: The Telemark Canal", released in August 2016. * Skien Fritidspark, which both have water- and zip-line park. * Brekkeparken - a park that double as museum. It has some interesting older buildings, which includes furniture and other things from the 18th and 19th century. * Playwright Henrik Ibsen was raised in Skien, and if you are into him, it is obligatory to visit the museum at Ibsen Venstøp. Skien also has some nice neighborhoods as Bakken and Snipetorp. * If you're into golf, it is a 18 hole par 72 course 7 km away @ Jønnevald. Grenland Golfklubb own the course. * It is a full size soccer field 150 meters away, which is empty almost all the time. Skagerak Arena, which is the home ground of Odd in the Norwegian Elite League (Tippeligaen), is only 1 kilometer away. * I for one, would in the summer get in the car (or bus) and drive to “summer cities” like Stavern, Langesund or Kragerø or visit the beach at Oddane Sand. All within 1 hour away. From Kragerø you can even jump on a ferry to the very nice island of Jomfruland. * If you have children, or are childish yourself, a one-hour drive to the water park in Bø Sommarland is normally a great excursions.

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.

Mæla Skien Nord

Leilighet med egen inngang, kjøkken og baderom. Fredelig plass med koselig og solrik uteplass! Sentral beliggenhet; 900m til togstasjon, 2km til sentrum. Dobbeltseng (150cm) og sovesofa. Sengetøy og håndklær inkludert. Flere enn 2 personer? Ta kontakt for løsning. Romslig baderom med dusj, badekar og vaskemaskin. Kjøkken med stekeovn og kokeplate for enkel matlaging. Kaffe og te inkludert. Egen parkeringsplass. Mulighet for lading av elbil for ca. 2,-/Kw Send gjerne melding med spørsmål!

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.

Seaside cabin with panoramic view

The cabin has sun from early morning until late evening. Electricity included. Free use of Wi-Fi, courtesy Starlink. 65" TV with Google TV. The view over the fjord must be experienced. Enjoy it from the living room, kitchen, main bedroom, or the spacious covered terrace. The cabin is secluded and private, with ample open space towards the sea and a large pier (approximately 15sqm) belonging to the cabin, which can be freely used to enjoy the sunset or crab fishing.

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.

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.

Brewery in a rural setting

Renovert bryggerhus på Berg gård. Huset ligger på gårdstunet på Berg gård. Vertsfamilien bor i hovedhuset. Småbruket ligger i rolige omgivelser med varierte tur- og aktivitetsmuligheter i nærheten. Det er gåavstand til skjærgård, strender, toppturer, klatrefelt, skogsstier, fiske og padling. Huset passer til en familie eller 2 par. Fest er ikke tillatt

Cozy cabin with beach, jetty and canoe

Peaceful little cottage with access to large common areas. Barn with bathroom, toilet and gym, as well as large living room with kitchen, fireplace, table tennis and billiards. Beautiful swimming area with canoe and paddle board about 100 m below the farm. Horseback riding and hot tubs can be booked BBQ/bar a little bike ride away

Summer house - the island in Brevik

Create memories for life in this unique and family-friendly place. The house is a gem, especially if you are on holiday with children. The garden is undisturbed and completely fenced, and the beach is just across the road. Beautiful view of the lake!

Caravan with panoramic views over Norsjø

Caravan located on a headland with stunning views of the Nordsjø lake. Located unashamedly located. Short route to the beach,golf course, Bø,Bø Summerland and Lifjell. 5 km to the city center and grocery stores