Holiday rentals with lake access in Øksnes

Ons verblijf was heerlijk. We hebben enorm genoten van de ligging, de omgeving, de rust en het uitzicht. 's Morgens wakker worden met zicht op de fjord is echt een cadeautje. In de directe omgeving kun je mooi wandelen en goed vissen op onder andere makreel. De locatie is centraal gelegen ten opzichte van de Lofoten, Andenes en Stø. Sortland is goed aan te rijden voor restaurants, boodschappen en overige winkels. Het huis zelf is heerlijk met veel licht en authentieke details. En Einar is een goede gastheer die er alles aan doet om het tot een fijn verblijf te maken. Een échte aanrader en we wensen iedere andere gast dezelfde mooie ervaring als die wij hebben gehad.

The house is in a small community (Gisloy) which itself is on a little peninsula (Gisloya) that is mostly a nature reserve. The view from the dining table, with the sea and the mountains, is fantastic. The house is a family property since a century, and it is clear the family loves the house. If you like peace and quietness, you will enjoy this place: Gisloy is 7 km away from the next buildings (where you can find a nice coffee bar in a 2nd hand shop -- it's the nearest place where you can spend money). The larger village Myre is 15 km away, this is a place with supermarkets. There are several good hikes within driving distance, but they are not 'walks in the park'. We very much enjoyed the whale watching safari that started from Sto: we could observe 6 killer whales during almost an hour, at a distance of 5 to 50 m. Very much recommended, but beware that the success depends on the weather an on chance. The restaurants in Nyksund were a hit too (the road to get there is 'challenging').

Within ~1 year, this place got 20 five-star reviews. The only reason it hasn't crossed 50 is: Sortland is less popular than mainland Lofoten. The place is not only handled with, but also designed with utmost care. Originally built in 1934, every corner of it carries a meaning that not even an unwatchful guest can ignore. There is family heritage, and there is just the right amount of it. That's where the comfort begins. Living room is smaller than its photos. But with modern furniture & a smart TV, you never run out of indulgence. Kitchen & barbecue hut are well-equipped with utensils and tools for all types of cooking. Bedrooms are comfy, and just right for the cosy cuddles. The grassy, lush outside with a private beach is kept free of bugs by hosts. You can't get enough of the hot tub under starry/green sky! The best part is the proactive hosts who promply fulfill all unmet needs. The house, with all its warmth, keeps luring you. A tough fight against luscious Lofoten!

We had a beautiful and relaxing stay. Great landscape and perfect location for visiting Vesterals and Lofoten. Rooms were clean and with enough space for our family of four. Sitting outside on the terrace during sunny weather gives you extraordinary sight at surrounding mountains and the sea. Contact with Morten was amazing. Friendly and clear in communication. Also helpful with questions regarding beautiful places nearby. I wish we could have stayed for longer.

Her kommer man rett inn i et hjem, bare at vertskapet mangler! Hjemmekoselig og avslappende sted 😊 Vakker og rolig beliggenhet med utsikt rett i havgapet på den ene siden og flotte fjell på den andre. Vanskelig å legge seg om kvelden da midnattssola hang over vannskorpa og skapte et magisk lys. Stille og fredelig beliggenhet ga god nattesøvn - tusen takk for oss 🙏