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Description
We are a family living in Vesterålen, close to Lofoten. The era is ideal for hiking, mountain climbing and swimming if you like cold water. If you want to stay with us, we could love to share our culture with you and cook you some Norwegian food.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
Interests
Culture
Gardening
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Art & design
Nature
Hiking
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are knowledgeable about Norwegian cousin, history, literature and art. The local era is great for hiking and out extended family would probably be happy to go hiking with you. Sortland is 20 minutes away and it is possible to go on a day trip to Lofoten.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We would like help in the garden, as the grass is growing to quickly, and help with some painting outside. If you are handy or have carpentering experience we have some small projects both inside and outside.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
French: Beginner
Kyrgyz: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We have a loft that Will be your private space, with a bed and smal sofa. If you prefer it we can set up a lavvo in the garden, it would provide more privacy. We will eat dinner together and breakfast in the weekend, but the other meals are flexible and you can eat whatever you like. The bathroom and utility room is shared.
What else ...
We have children and the house can be noisy when all are at home. After the kids have gone to bed we prefer some quiet time. On Sundays we attend church, and you are welcome to join us or enjoy some time alone.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Feedback (1)
We stayed there for a total of three weeks, helping out with gardening and various tasks around the house. We had our own little loft, which was very comfortable and cozy.
Every day, we enjoyed delicious meals with a great variety of dishes. We had pleasant conversations, which made for… read more
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We stayed there for a total of three weeks, helping out with gardening and various tasks around the house. We had our own little loft, which was very comfortable and cozy.
Every day, we enjoyed delicious meals with a great variety of dishes. We had pleasant conversations, which made for… read more
