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.

Central 25 m2 one-room apartment with AC and parking.

Newly renovated, fully furnished one-bedroom apartment with private entrance, blackout curtains, four minutes to the city center, seven minutes to the train. Quiet and peaceful area with parking. Wifi, streaming TV and electricity is included in the price. Pets not allowed. For long-term rentals, electricity is subject to availability. Subletting is not permitted under any circumstance, and will result in termination of the rental agreement with immediate effect. For shorter rental periods, two people can stay here, but do not recommend for longer rental periods.

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.

Charming cabin with sauna, no water or electricity

Enjoy the simple life and find the tranquility of the forest at Bakkanestua in Siljan. Older cottage with soul in peaceful surroundings, without electricity and water. Gas stove and gas fridge with a small freezer. Wash dishes by hand with water from the stream (heated on the fireplace). Wood, candles and toilet paper are available in the cabin. Double bed/loft with double bed. Bring your own bed linen, dish towels and drinking water/water for cooking. Arrival by car/key to the road barrier. Parking at the cabin.

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 :)

Mæla Skien Nord

Apartment with separate entrance, kitchen and bathroom. Peaceful place with a cozy and sunny patio! Central location; 900 m to the train station, 2 km to the city center. Double bed (150 cm) and sofa bed. Bed linens and towels are included. Spacious bathroom with shower, bathtub and washing machine. Kitchen with oven and hot plate for easy cooking. Coffee and tea included. Feel free to write if you have any questions!

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 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 SUP board approx. 100 m below the farm. Possible to book horseback riding and a hot tub BBQ/bar a little bike ride away

Caravan with panorama view of Norsjø

Caravan located on a hill with stunning views of Norsjø lake. Located undisturbed . Short way to the beach,golf course,Telemarkskanalen,Bø Sommarland and Lifjell. 5 km to the city centre and grocery stores