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Kvalvika Retreat

A detached three-bedroom house on the shore at Kvalvika, near Sandsund on Vestvågøy, with its own beach area, sea views and a fireplace. Booking.com puts Leknes Airport 9 km away.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Holiday home in Sandsund, near Ballstad

Kvalvika Retreat sits on its own stretch of shore: Booking.com describes the house as beachfront, with a private beach area as well as a picnic area. It is a detached 70 m² home with a postal address in Leknes, and Kartverket's nearest named settlement is Sandsund, about 1.6 km away.

The three bedrooms hold a large double, a double and a single. There is one bathroom with a shower, a living room with a fireplace and seating area, and a kitchen with dishwasher, oven and toaster. A washing machine and tumble dryer are included.

The terrace looks out to sea, and the listing also mentions lake, mountain and garden views. The house has upper floors reached by stairs.

Why stay here

Direct access to a private shoreline is the draw here, with a terrace facing the water and a fireplace for cooler evenings. Guests rate it 9.2 from 23 reviews.

Who it’s for

  • Families

Couples and small families who want a quiet shoreside house near Leknes and are comfortable with stairs. With no cots available, families with babies need to plan around that.

Highlights

  • Beachfront with a private beach area
  • Sea-view terrace
  • Fireplace
  • Three bedrooms
  • Dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer

Things to consider

Check-in is 17:00 to 23:30 and check-out by 10:00, earlier than many. Children aged 4 and over are charged as adults, and no cots or extra beds are available. Pets are not allowed, and hen or stag parties are not accepted. Upper floors are reached only by stairs. Keep cash for extras on site.

The accommodation

One detached house of 70 m²: a large double bed, a double bed and a single bed across three bedrooms, one bathroom with shower, and a living room. Booking.com shows 4 tiles.

UnitSleepsBeds and layout
Holiday HomeNot statedA large double bed, a double bed and a single bed in three bedrooms; 70 m²

Facilities

  • Waterfront
  • Sea view
  • Beach access
  • Kitchen
  • Self-catering
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking

Private beach area, picnic area, terrace with furniture, outdoor dining area and garden. Indoors: fireplace, seating area, heating, washing machine, tumble dryer and drying rack. Towels and linen supplied. Free private parking and WiFi.

Self-catering, with a kitchen holding a dishwasher, oven, stovetop, fridge, toaster and kettle.

Location

Kvalvika 8, with a Leknes postal address, on the shore about 1.6 km from Sandsund, the nearest settlement named by Kartverket. Ballstad is about 5 km away in a straight line.

Kvalvika 8, 8370 Leknes, Norway

Distances the listing gives

  • Leknes Airport: 9 km
  • Solstranda Beach: 1.6 km
  • Nusfjord: 35 km

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

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Getting there

Booking.com gives Leknes Airport as 9 km away, Solstranda Beach as 1.6 km and Nusfjord as 35 km.

Questions

Does Kvalvika Retreat have beach access?
Yes. Booking.com lists the house as beachfront with a private beach area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kvalvika Retreat?
Check-in is from 17:00 to 23:30 and check-out by 10:00. Let the property know your arrival time.
Where is Kvalvika Retreat?
At Kvalvika on Vestvågøy, with a Leknes postal address, about 1.6 km from Sandsund. Booking.com puts Leknes Airport 9 km away.
Are pets allowed at Kvalvika Retreat?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is Kvalvika Retreat suitable for children?
Children of any age are welcome, but those aged 4 and over pay the adult rate and there are no cots or extra beds.
How many bedrooms does Kvalvika Retreat have?
Three, with a large double, a double and a single bed, plus one bathroom.
Which airport is nearest to Kvalvika Retreat?
In a straight line, the nearest airport is Leknes Airport (LKN), about 6.0 km away. The distance by road is longer.
Does Kvalvika Retreat have a kitchen?
Yes. The sources for this page list a kitchen at Kvalvika Retreat.
Does Kvalvika Retreat have Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sources for this page list Wi-Fi at Kvalvika Retreat.
Is there parking at Kvalvika Retreat?
Yes. The sources for this page list parking at Kvalvika Retreat.
What is Kvalvika Retreat's guest rating?
Kvalvika Retreat is rated 9.2 out of 10 on Booking.com from 23 reviews, as checked on 16 September 2026. Ratings change as new reviews come in.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.