Cozy family house with a panoramic view
Norway - Telemark - Rjukan
ID : NO00132867
Became a member in: 2024
Renewal Date: 23/Mar/2025
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We are a family of four. Eldest son Nikolai lives and works in Denmark. Youngest son Carl Fredrik is studying in Trondheim/Norway to become an electrical engineer. We are a couple in our mid-50s. We are a calm, cheerful and orderly couple. We love gardens, food and wine. I love architecture and art.
The property is located at the mountain (Rjukan) with a panoramic view. Approximately 560 meters above sea level and therefore has plenty of sun of the year. Walking distance to several attractions such as the Vemork museum/Norsk Industrial Workers Museum and the saboteur path, and a short car ride to the center of Rjukan, the climbing park, the Villreincenter and slalom slopes at Gaustablikk. A short distance to cross-country skiing trails and slalom slopes nearby.
It is spacious and comfortable house with a garden, forest and waterfall.
About us
Additional languages spoken
English, Norwegian
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Watersports,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
University Professors,
Construction
Profession
Recruitment and gardener
- Sleeping capacity6
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Sabbatical Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is not possible
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
This is a well-equipped and modern family house suitable for families and friends. Idyllic in front of the fireplace, and underfloor heating in the bathroom and entrance hall, in addition to a heat pump in the living room/kitchen. Three bedrooms for six people.
The kitchen is spacious and invites you to cook together, and is part of the living room. The kitchen island has seating for 8 people, where you can also gather to make cooking something cozy and social.
The area offers many exciting activities for young and old, where you can explore the many historic sites, embark on action-packed adventures, enjoy the many great nature experiences or let the days pass at a quiet pace in the cabin with a lovely view. Here there is room for reflection, presence and adventure.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony / Deck
- Cleaning service available
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Fireplace
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Equipped for Children
- Garden
- Heating
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
- Family Room / Playroom
Extras
- None
Setting
- Small Town or Village
- Rural
- Mountains
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Rjukan is best known for Gaustatoppen (the mountain, 1880 moh) and the heavy water operation during the Second World War. With its location in a lush valley in Telemark, Rjukan is perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, skiing and fishing.
Rjukan-Notodden are listed on the UNESCO Heritage Site: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1486/
The property with fantastic views, surrounded by mountains and forests. Good with sun. It is within walking distance to several attractions such as the Vemork museum/Norsk Industrial Workers Museum and the saboteur path, and a short car ride to both the center of Rjukan, the climbing park, the Villreincenter and slalom slopes at Gaustablikk. A short distance to cross-country skiing trails in the immediate area.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Museums
- Popular Monuments
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Car Necessary
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
The property is located approximately 560 meters above sea level and 6 km west of the center of Rjukan with a good selection of facilities. Both Gaustablikk to the east and the Rauland area to the west with all its facilities and ski resorts are both only 20-25 minutes away by car/bus. 35 slalom slopes at Gaustablikk, miles of beautifully groomed cross-country trails can be found throughout Tinn municipality, bike tour on Hardangervidda, tent tour to Kalhovd, walking distance to Vemork museum and the sabortør trail runs by the house. A short car ride to the center of Rjukan, the mountain Gaustatoppen, the Rjukan Climbing park and the Wild Reindeer Center.
-Mountain GAUSTATOPPEN (1883 m.a.s.l.) is easily accessible and easy to climb, but still offers southern Norway's widest view. From Gaustatoppen, in clear weather, you can see approximately one sixth of Norway.
https://www.visitrjukan.com/se-og-gjore/gaustatoppen-p508993
-The train; Gaustabanen makes Gaustatoppen accessible to everyone, regardless of age and physical condition.
https://www.gausta.com/gaustabanen/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA_tuuBhAUEiwAvxkgTibSbZxjyuFTQeyt-rUQUqDDDr5ZVFG2csWLJ34I35w8O0-ZYjXiwRoCqUcQAvD_BwE
-Vemork was the scene of one of the most talked about acts of sabotage during World War II, Operation Gunnerside, where Norwegian saboteurs prevented the Germans from developing nuclear weapons from the heavy water that was produced here. This is where the films and the series "Kampen om Tungtvannet" originate from. "Heroes in Telemark" is an exciting exhibition with a local feel. Read more about Vemork and current and historical exhibitions:
https://nia.no/vemork/
- The park; Worlds first theme-climbing park. Fantastic courses for big and small no matter the experience!
The toughest course is a historical journey through the legendary Vemork heavy water sabotage. This course takes you through what our heroes went through back in 1943.
A unique climbingpark by the entrance to Hardangervidda with an overview of Gaustatoppen trough Europe's first cable car, Krossobanen! Take the historical cable car, Krossobanen from 1928 to Gvepseborg where the park is at a altitude of 883 moh.
https://www.facebook.com/rjukanklatrepark/
https://www.rjukanklatrepark.no/?lang=en
-Telemark Canal
https://www.telemarkcanal.com/
Our favourite restaurants
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We hope you will enjoy staying in our house. Please, leave the house the way you found it. No smoking inside the house. It is OK to smoke outside. We are allergic so animals are not allowed.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant Care Needed
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is not possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
- Weekend Home Exchange
- Long-term Home Exchange
- Sabbatical Home Exchange
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