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Peaceful oasis with farm animals on Nøtterøy
Lower your shoulders and replace the sound of traffic noise with clucking chickens and sheep bleating. Spacious loft apartment above garage building with a bedroom furnished with a double bed and a loft with three mattresses. Kitchen (refurbished 2024) with cups and pots, coffee maker. Bathroom with shower, washing machine and a terrace where you can enjoy your morning coffee with entertainment from the animals. Social and child-friendly sheep, cats and chickens that all like to receive a little cuddle. Walking distance to shop, swimming area, bus stop and a great hiking area!

Family home in a central, quiet area
Great single-family home in the center of Skien! Very central, yet in a quiet area with a private road with no through traffic. Walking distance to most things. 2 min walk to Skien train station, 5 min walk to Skien city center, 3 min walk to Sunday open Joker, 1 min walk to bus stop The house has a playroom and is very suitable for families with children. The house also has a cot, a high chair and a changing mat. The house has all you need of kitchenware. Linen and towels are included. The house also has a washing machine that can be used.

Sun cabin. Great location on Skrim.
Great location in Norwegian nature just 90 min. from Oslo. Amazing hiking opportunities all year round. Road to the door, free parking. Charging station for electric car. Installed water and electricity. Fast wifi. Fireplace. Heat pump. Refrigerator, dishwasher, freezer and stove. Shower. Toilet. Small boat. The cabin is renovated with a new kitchen and comfortable furniture. The dining room sofa and the large sofa in the living room make everyone sit comfortably! The calendar is always up to date. Discount for longer stays.

Eldhus i Bø.
We rent the brewery/firehouse on the farm with large lawn at their disposal. Here children can play, kick football, etc. The house has a kitchen, living room, sauna and bathroom on the ground floor. On the second floor there are two bedrooms where there is room for six people in total. The first bedroom has two single beds. This bedroom you have to go through to get to the other, which contains a double bed, and two single beds. The house is rural. Opportunities for many activities nearby !!

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.

Great place in the city center with park views
In the middle of Ibsen's hometown and overlooking the park named after him, Ibsenparken, you will find this large and nice apartment in Skien city center. Here you are within walking distance to everything you may need of restaurants, shopping and culture. The place is located on the second floor, has a spacious 90 m2 and can accommodate up to 5 people with 2 double beds and 1x90cm bed. The kitchen is equipped with most of the equipment you need to cook good meals.

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.

Cabin close to sea and beach at Tjøme
The cabin is located 80 meters from the sea, and has a large sunny terrace with a gas grill. An annex has a modern bathroom with hot water and WC. The cabin has a nice garden and access to a large lawn for activities such as a trampoline, badminton, and volleyball. Tjøme is bike friendly and there is a bike path along the island and all the way to Tønsberg. A children friendly beach, a summer open bakery, and a cultural center is within few minutes walk.

Apartment in housing association
In this place you or your family can stay close to everything, the location is central. 5 min drive to Skien city center and the Canal boats M/S Victoria and M/S Henrik Ibsen. You have 10-15 min walking distance to hiking areas in the forest, water park and gym. 2 min walking distance to the Shopping Center Hercules. There are opportunities for swimming at Gåsodden beach about 15 min away by car, or at Bakkestranda near the city center. Bus stop 1 min away.

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!

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.
Popular amenities for Skien family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

House with heated pool by the sea and beach

Apartment Rickybo. Seperate entrance to sep. floor

Cabin with 10 beds and jacuzzi

Ashlad

Welcome to Veslestua

The Garden Bus. Paradise on wheels in the greenery

Family cabin at Skrim

Wonderful modern holiday home with great lake views
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In the middle of the "butter eye" on Lifjell

Granary accommodation and farm experiences near the lake

Simple and nice forest cabin with fishing opportunity

Cozy and central house with a nice location

Modern and relaxing Apartment - Unique location

cozy cabin in the woods near water

The view of Syftestad Gard

apartment with amazing views
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Modern detached house with swimming pool

Cozy cabin with swimming pool

Modern child-friendly house near the beach and city center

Spacious and child-friendly apartment in Bø

Apartment with access to pool and sauna

Sjøgata Hagehus near the beach & Color Line

Great big house in Stavern, lake view and pool

House with its own heated swimming pool
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