Nature house in Vinjesvingen
Southern Norway, Norway
- 4 persons
- 2 bedrooms
- WiFi
- Pets allowed
A small house with a good atmosphere, simple standard and cottage feeling. Located at the entrance to Smørkleppdalen, unspoiled nature and cultural experiences in the immediate vicinity. Hiking trail along waterfalls, beautiful mountain walls and museum. You can really relax here. Swimming in summer, skiing in winter. Cozy knitting by the wood stove on a windy autumn evening. During the summer semester the Mjonøy brick oven bakery is open. This is a 6-minute walk from the Post Cottage and is a popular morning activity with delicious bread and pastries for the rest of the day. The Post Cottage is also located near, and part of a drawing and art painting workshop 'Vinje Art Camp'. In consultation with the hosts, this can also be used. The mountain village of 'Smørklepp' hosted a prominent artists' colony for decades in the last century (due to its ultimate Norwegian nature appeal ) and has been revived since 2024.
Nature and surroundings
Smørkleppdalen is a wild and beautiful valley, following the untamed river up to its source. All the deer roam here: reindeer, red deer, deer and elk. The special geology creates a unique fauna and flora. Winter and summer, this valley is an adventure. Located on the eastern flanks of the Norwegian mountain massif, Post House has a wide variety of landscapes, a stable continental climate and hiking and skiing opportunities at all levels.
Facilities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- 1 pers. bed (1x)
- bunk bed (2x)
- Parking (2x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Internet
- Wood stove
- Heating (electric)
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- Garden (fenced)
- Garden furniture
- Kitchen
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
Location
Reviews
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AntoinetteAugust 19, 2026
Relax
Ontspannen
In nature
In de natuur
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JannekeJuly 29, 2026
It’s a house steeped in history! Fully equipped with all the amenities. The beds are made up beautifully. The blankets are very nice, though the mattresses could be better… The shower is wonderfully warm (though the stall is a bit on the small side).
Lovely garden, with a fire pit and comfortable chairs.Het is een huis met geschiedenis! Van alle gemakken voorzien. Heerlijk opgemaakte bedden. Dekens zijn heel fijn de matrassen wat minder.. heerlijk warm douchen (hokje is wel aan de kleine kant)
Heerlijke tuin, met vuurplaats en fijne stoelen.An enthusiastic Dutch-speaking owner. He takes plenty of time to explain things and tell us all about the area. He gave us some great hiking routes, and we went fishing and spotted moose! It was wonderful to take a nice morning walk (about 10 minutes) to a lovely little bakery! (Summer only)
We also took a quick dip in the cold water. (And even drank some!) The nature is absolutely stunning! We really want to go back just for the nature!
It was our first time in Norway, and it was amazing!Nederlands sprekende enthousiaste eigenaar. Hij neemt alle tijd om dingen uit te leggen en van alles te vertellen over de omgeving. We hebben mooie routes van hem gekregen, gevist en elanden gespot! Heerlijk om smorgens met een mooie wandeling (ongeveer 10min) naar een heerlijk bakkertje te gaan! (Alleen in de zomer)
Ook hebben we nog even gezwommen in het koude water. (En er zelfs uit gedronken) hele mooie natuur! Wij willen voor de natuur echt nog een keer terug!
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JánosJuly 6, 2026
The house has everything you need for a 1-2 week stay (very comfortable beds, refrigerator, stove, washing machine), including a warm, friendly atmosphere! The bakery is a 5-minute walk away. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Communicating with him is completely effortless. He also gives tips on things to do!
Het huis heeft alles wat je bij een 1-2 weken lang verblijf nodig hebt (heel comfortabele bedden, koelkast, fornuis, wasmachine), inkl. een warme, vriendelijke sfeer! De bakker is 5 minuten looptijd. De eigenaar is heel vriendelijk en dienstwillig. De communicatie met hem is helemaal moeiteloos. Hij geeft ook tips voor activiteiten!
A very peaceful spot with the forest right behind the house. A beautiful river is also nearby (a 4-minute walk). The valley, which can be seen in the background of the photo, is also accessible: there’s a road running along the valley that turns into a trail further on. Along the road, there are even spots where you can cool off in the little river. There’s almost no chance you’ll run into anyone on that road (except for sheep)! Lake Vinjevatn isn’t far away either—a perfect little lake if you like to swim or paddle. A great swimming spot on this long lake is just a 6- to 7-minute drive away.
Heel rustige plek met het bos direct achter het huis. Een mooie rivier is ook dichtbij (4 minuten wandeling). De vallei die ook op de foto in de achtergrond te zien is, is ook toegankelijk: er is een weg langs de vallei die dan verderop in een pad overgaat. Langs de weg zijn er zelfs mogelijkheden om in het riviertje af te koelen. Er is bijna geen kans dat je iemand op die weg tegenkomt (behalve schapen)! Het Vinjevatn meer is ook niet ver weg, een perfect meertje, als je graag zwemt of paddelt. Een goede zwemplaats aan dit lange meertje is met de auto in 6-7 minuten bereikbaar.
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM
- Check-out: 7:00 AM- 12:00 PM
- Contactless stay possible
Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.
After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:
• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund
- Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:30 PM and 6:30 AM.
- Minimum age of main booker: 18 years.
- Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
- No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
- No parties or events are allowed.
- This nature house is not suitable for groups of young people, students and sports teams.
- Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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Sustainability
- Off grid or supplied with 100% renewable Energy
- Natural Insulation materials
- Built with natural building materials