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Akselhuset

Akselhuset is a detached four-bedroom holiday home of 85 m² on Ureveien at Skaftnes, near Leknes, with a double bed in each bedroom, a sea-view terrace, barbecue, air conditioning and a full kitchen.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Holiday home in Sennesvik gamle, near Leknes

The full listing name, "Akselhuset – koselig hus rett ovenfor kaikanten midt i Lofoten", describes a cosy house just above the quayside. It stands at Ureveien 178 in Skaftnes, and the nearest named settlement in Kartverket's register is Sennesvik gamle.

Four bedrooms fit into 85 m², each with a double bed. The host has explained that two are on the ground floor and two are lofts under a pitched roof, reached by small stairs, with 1.85 m of headroom at the highest point. There is one bathroom and an extra toilet.

The house has air conditioning, a streaming TV, a dishwasher, a tumble dryer and a washing machine, and it is set up for small children with a high chair, socket covers and a free cot. Outside are a sea-view terrace, a patio, an outdoor dining area and a barbecue.

Why stay here

Four separate double bedrooms under one roof, sea views from the terrace and a well-equipped kitchen, about 11 km from Leknes Airport.

Who it’s for

  • Families

Four couples travelling together, or families with young children, who do not mind that two of the bedrooms are low-ceilinged lofts.

Highlights

  • Four bedrooms, each with a double bed
  • Sea-view terrace, patio and barbecue
  • Air conditioning and streaming TV
  • Free cot for children up to 2
  • Fast free WiFi (94 Mbps) and free parking
  • Guest rating of 9.3 from 19 Booking.com reviews

Things to consider

Two bedrooms are loft rooms whose ceiling reaches 1.85 m at most, reached by small stairs. One bathroom serves all four bedrooms. The minimum age for the person checking in is 18. The host has said there is no electric car charger yet and that the closest one is in Leknes, about 14 minutes' drive. Check-in runs from 16:00 to 23:30, with arrival time sent ahead, and check-out is by 11:00. Extra beds are not offered. Pets, smoking and hen or stag groups are not allowed.

The accommodation

One detached house of 85 m² with four bedrooms, each with a double bed: two on the ground floor and two lofts with a pitched roof (1.85 m at the highest point). One bathroom with bath or shower, plus an additional toilet. Towels and linen provided.

UnitSleepsBeds and layout
Four-Bedroom HouseNot stated85 m²; a double bed in each of four bedrooms, two of them lofts with 1.85 m maximum headroom

Accessibility

Two bedrooms are lofts reached by small stairs; upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

Facilities

  • Sea view
  • Kitchen
  • Self-catering
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking

Air conditioning, fan, heating, streaming service on a flat-screen TV, fast free WiFi (94 Mbps), washing machine, tumble dryer, iron, children's high chair, child safety socket covers, hypoallergenic. Terrace, patio, barbecue, outdoor furniture and outdoor dining area. Private entrance. Free private parking. Non-smoking.

Self-catering. Kitchen with dishwasher, oven, stovetop, microwave, fridge, coffee machine and kettle, a dining table and a barbecue outside.

Location

At Ureveien 178 in Skaftnes (8352), in a rural setting; the nearest Kartverket-named settlement is Sennesvik gamle, about 1.8 km away. The nearest destination this guide covers is Leknes, about 6.9 km away in a straight line.

Ureveien 178, 8352 Skaftnes

Distances the listing gives

  • Leknes Airport: 11 km
  • Vestvågøy Rådhus: 11 km
  • Lofotenmat Sa: 13 km
  • Borga Radarstasjon: 35 km
  • Nusfjord: 38 km
  • Nearest EV charger (Leknes): 14 min drive (host answer)

As the property’s sources state them, not measured by this guide.

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Getting there

Booking.com gives Leknes Airport as 11 km away, Vestvågøy Rådhus as 11 km and Nusfjord as 38 km.

Questions

Does Akselhuset have four separate double bedrooms?
Yes. The host has confirmed four separate bedrooms, each with a double bed; two are on the ground floor and two are lofts with 1.85 m of headroom at the highest point.
Is there an electric car charger at Akselhuset?
Not yet, according to the host. The nearest charger is in Leknes, about 14 minutes' drive away.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Akselhuset?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:30 and check-out is by 11:00. Let the property know your arrival time beforehand.
Is Akselhuset suitable for babies?
Yes. A cot for children up to 2 is free, and there is a high chair and child safety socket covers. Extra beds are not offered.
Where is Akselhuset?
At Ureveien 178 in Skaftnes, about 6.9 km in a straight line from Leknes. The airport at Leknes is 11 km away.
Can I bring a pet to Akselhuset?
No. Pets are not allowed.
Which airport is nearest to Akselhuset?
In a straight line, the nearest airport is Leknes Airport (LKN), about 7.4 km away. The distance by road is longer.
Does Akselhuset have a kitchen?
Yes. The sources for this page list a kitchen at Akselhuset.
Does Akselhuset have Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sources for this page list Wi-Fi at Akselhuset.
Is there parking at Akselhuset?
Yes. The sources for this page list parking at Akselhuset.
What is Akselhuset's guest rating?
Akselhuset is rated 9.3 out of 10 on Booking.com from 19 reviews, as checked on 16 September 2026. Ratings change as new reviews come in.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.