The area is a paradise for fishing and hiking, but don't feel guilty when you indulge and pamper yourself in the luxury of the "log built" house with roaring log fire, swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. The property is powered and heated using sustainable bio-energy. Meals can also be prepared for you at the lodge or you can dine in the nearby farmhouse.
Location
Situated in beautiful surroundings between the lakes by the name of Vegår and forbuvann, just one hour from Oslo Torp (Sandefjord) airport.
All around are forest glades and twinkling water. The only sounds are nature, the wind, the waterfall from lake Forbuvann and the gentle jingle of sheep bells. The area is rich in wildlife, you’ll see hares, beavers, elk (moose) , deer and even the chance of buzzards.
The air is fresh, the water can be drunk from the streams and lakes. Those who enjoy unspoilt countryside will appreciate the area with its smells, colours, landscape, sounds, and of course peacefulness
If you would like an enjoyable and authentic holiday expeience then we would definitely recommend a period relaxing in the old Smoke Sauna with a selection of local produce accompanied with a glass of wine.
Inside
Here is 170 m2 of sheer luxury and traditonal Norwegian craftmanship. There are five bedrooms with up to twelve beds. A large lounge with open fire lace and a smaller TV lounge. There is a well equipped kitchen, two toilets and a bathroom. Also you have an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi and a sauna to use at your own will. The wrap around veranda means you can follow the sun and the enjoy the views towards lake Vegår.
Activities
Depending on snow conditions you can cross country ski everywhere around the cabin, forging your own tracks in virgin snow. There is a small local ski center at Vegårshei (12 km/7miles away) and if there is not sufficient snow, there are inland mountain downhill slopes 60km/40miles away (about 1 hours drive) Note: these cabins are located in Southern Norway and at a lower altitude than the ski resorts further inland. Snow is likely but not guaranteed. If it doesn’t snow, low temperatures will however make the landscape and icy lakes beautiful. The snow usually arrives in November and lasts until late February.
Fishing
To go fishing in lake (even if you are not a keen angler) Vegår is one the most exciting things you can experience in our region. If you are a professional fly fisherman after the lake Vegår ”wild Brownie” of up to 7 kilos or a five year old trying spinning for perch for the first time, there is something for you.
The lake Vegår land owners association have worked hard in preparing the area for country sports lovers. They have mapped the whole area building boat launching ramps, jetties suitable for the handicapped, marked hiking trails and forest clearing to make the area suitable for all. You may fish with all normal fishing tackle including the unusual Norwegian "oter". Net fishing is only allowed with special permission.
You will find Wild Brown Trout, Perch and eels in Lake Vegår.
On the farm there are many saunas. In addition to this there is even a beach sauna. But the most traditional must be the Røykbadstua (smoke sauna). This sauna takes up to 8 hours to prepare with damp birch wood smoke. When the temperature is reached the smoke is let out and the guests are let in, an invigorating and authentic Norwegian experience.
