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We, Marco and Britta, are from Italy (Lake Maggiore) and Germany/Switzerland (Lake Lugano). Marco has traveled the world (by motorcycle and sailboat) and, after 24 years of traveling together with now 50 years old "Cadeau" (the sailboat, a Swan 44), he found a new port for the boat and a home for us on Vannøya island.
And here we are... we live a bit "At the end of the world"; and that’s also our motto: to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and create — and enjoy — a place where you can see and experience nature and authentic Norway. Here, you can feel the real wind on your face, often even Arctic air... We build and bring ideas to life, always with our own hands and as typically Norwegian as possible.
Last projects: the largest and northernmost travel and maritime library in a Norwegian house (over 100 years old) and a Sauna which blends almost invisibly into the landscape ... we never run out of ideas...
Our new project: we’ve got two old boathouse ruins that we’re bringing back to life.
One of them will become home for our old Nordland boat (which also will need some love at some point ), and the other one… a bit fancier — a cozy spot for coffee, reading and just relaxing
The ruins are built from stone, so yeah… this summer is going to be a bit of a workout.
But we’re super excited to see how it all turns out—we're looking forward to your help and ideas... .
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
Interests
Writing
Photography
Hiking
Sailing / Boating
Nature
Mountain
Outdoor activities
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our guests will learn what is life at the end of the World. They will have a unique opportunity to discover the culture and the traditions of the people living in these remote areas. Moreover Vannøya has amazing mountains and treks for the free time. Once a week we also go sailing as we have a sailboat.
Help
We search lovers of nature, books and faraway places
There are 2 houses on the property and we are restoring the old house as a house of books at the end of the World, a place that tells the story of the island and the area in the Arctic.
build new building; we are always full of new ideas;-).
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
The property has 2 houses and our guests will sleep in one of the 4 bedrooms of the house with shared bathrooms...(If possible, singles will have their own room, but in some cases they may have to share; couples have their own room.
We don’t provide meals, but sharing food is a big part of the experience for us 🤍
Whenever possible, we like to cook and eat together — simple, relaxed, and social.
We’ll coordinate as a group, split grocery costs and cooking, and share everyday chores — kind of like living together as a little family.
What else ...
The island of Vannøya, where the mountain meets the sea, is a paradise for mountain and nature lovers, anglers and an oasis for body and soul.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Optic fiber arrived at the end of the World
Space for parking camper vans
Since we live on a 15-hectare peninsula, the camper could certainly be big... ;-) But our rooms are also very nice... :-))
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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I stayed a bit more than a month in Vannoya and I enjoyed every moment of it. Marco and Britta are great hosts ! We will certainly stay in touch...
If you mostly like busy city centers and nightclubs, don't come to Vannoya😁 If instead you love beautiful nature and quiet places,… read more
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I stayed a bit more than a month in Vannoya and I enjoyed every moment of it. Marco and Britta are great hosts ! We will certainly stay in touch...
If you mostly like busy city centers and nightclubs, don't come to Vannoya😁 If instead you love beautiful nature and quiet places,… read more
I spent there 2 and a half weeks in August. The work mainly consisted in insulating and painting the house of books, I found it nice… read more
There is something magical about this place, and those who live there are an inspiration for those who dream of spending a lifetime traveling!
Marco's… read more
I helped Marco in marketing , creating strategy to increase the business.
During my days there i had the chance to meet amazing people, discover sailing and whale experience, i ve seen northern light and stunning nature.
It seems to be inside a National Geographic movie.
Thank Marco for these… read more
When I arrived Marco, Giulia and Jose immediately made me feel home, like I have always been part of the adventure, and what an adventure ! The house where I lived is so cosy, with… read more
