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Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin

A restored fisherman's cabin at Kvalnes on the north coast of Vestvågøy, let whole: 70 m², two double bedrooms for four, a fireplace and a laundry. Listed as beachfront.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Rorbu in Kvalnes, near Henningsvær

Villa Lofoten is a small group of old buildings at Kvalnes, on the north-facing coast of Vestvågøy, that its owners have brought back into use. Their own site says the buildings belonged to farmers and fishermen of the place and mattered to the fishery in the late 1800s and early 1900s; alongside this cabin they let a saltery, a steamery, a farmhouse and two smaller quayside buildings.

The Fisherman's Cabin itself is 70 m² over two bedrooms, each with a double bed, one bathroom with a hairdryer, a kitchen and a living room. Villa Lofoten's own site puts the number it takes at four. A fireplace, a desk, a washing machine and a tumble dryer are listed, with a patio outside and the mountains in view; Booking.com marks the property beachfront and gives it four stars.

Arrival is from 17:00, with the property told in advance when to expect you, and departure by noon — later than most lettings in this guide. Quiet hours run from midnight to 07:00, hen and stag groups are not taken and pets are refused. A cot can be had free for a child up to two; extra beds cannot.

Why stay here

An old working building on the shore rather than a new-built cabin, restored and let whole, with a fireplace, a washing machine and a tumble dryer, and a noon check-out. Kvalnes is quiet: the nearest place this guide covers, Henningsvær, is 22 km away.

Who it’s for

Two couples or a family of four who want the north coast and its weather rather than a fishing village, and who have a car. The laundry pair makes it workable for a long stay or a walking trip. It is a poor fit for anyone wanting shops, restaurants or a bus within walking distance.

Highlights

  • Restored fisherman's cabin, one of six historic buildings let at Kvalnes
  • 70 m² with two double bedrooms, taking four by the owners' own count
  • Fireplace, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Listed as beachfront, with mountain views and a patio
  • Check-out at 12:00
  • Free parking and free WiFi

Things to consider

Kvalnes is remote: 22 km in a straight line from Henningsvær, 31 km from Leknes Airport by the listing's figure, and Booking.com quotes 49 km to Svolvær Torg. Booking.com caps the second bedroom at one guest although it holds a double bed, while Villa Lofoten's own site gives four for the cabin — take the owners' figure and confirm it. Quiet hours run from midnight to 07:00, pets are not accepted and extra beds are not available, though a cot is free for a child under two. The listing records no sea view, only mountain views, despite the beachfront setting.

The accommodation

One unit of 70 m², listed by Booking.com as a Villa. Two bedrooms hold a double bed each; there is one private bathroom with a hairdryer, a kitchen and a living room. Linen, towels and toilet paper come with the cabin. Villa Lofoten's own site records the cabin as taking four guests in two double beds, while Booking.com caps one of the two rooms at a single guest.

UnitSleepsBeds and layout
Villa470 m²; two bedrooms with a double bed each; one bathroom; living room and kitchen; Villa Lofoten's own site gives four guests

Facilities

  • Waterfront
  • Kitchen
  • Self-catering
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking

Free WiFi and a free private parking space, heating, a private entrance, a fireplace, a desk, a washing machine and a tumble dryer, a kitchen, a patio and mountain views. Towels, linen and toilet paper are provided and the cabin is non-smoking.

Self-catering: the cabin has its own kitchen and there is no breakfast, restaurant or bar on site. Booking.com gives no distance to a shop, and at this end of Vestvågøy the nearest groceries are a drive away.

Location

Haverringen 968 at Kvalnes, a small coastal community in Vestvågøy municipality on the northern side of the island; the locality name comes from Booking.com's own district for the listing rather than from Kartverket. Henningsvær, the closest place this guide covers, is 22 km away in a straight line. Booking.com records the setting as rural and marks the property beachfront.

968 Haverringen, 8370 Kvalnes, Norway

Distances the listing gives

  • Borga Radarstasjon: 27 km
  • Vestvågøy Rådhus: 32 km
  • Galleri Espolin: 44 km
  • Svolvær Torg: 49 km
  • Leknes Airport: 31 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 31 km from the cabin, Borga Radarstasjon as 27 km, Vestvågøy Rådhus as 32 km, Galleri Espolin as 44 km and Svolvær Torg as 49 km. Free private parking is provided; no bus or ferry link is stated.

Questions

How many people does Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin sleep?
Four, by Villa Lofoten's own count: two bedrooms with a double bed each. Booking.com caps one of those rooms at a single guest, so take the owners' figure and confirm it when you book.
Where is Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's cabin?
At Haverringen 968 in Kvalnes, on the north coast of Vestvågøy. Henningsvær, the closest destination this guide covers, is 22 km away in a straight line, and Booking.com gives Leknes Airport as 31 km.
How do I check availability for Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's cabin?
Use the Booking.com link on this page to see current dates, available accommodation options and booking terms for Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's cabin.
What was Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin before it was let?
A working building at Kvalnes. Villa Lofoten's site says the houses it lets belonged to local farmers and fishermen and served the fishery in the late 1800s and early 1900s; the cabin is one of six it rents out, alongside a saltery, a steamery and a farmhouse.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's cabin?
Check-in starts at 17:00, and check-out is by 12:00.
What time is check-in and check-out at Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin?
Check-in from 17:00, with the property told your arrival time in advance, and check-out by 12:00. Quiet hours run from midnight to 07:00.
Can I do laundry at Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin?
Yes. Both a washing machine and a tumble dryer are listed, which is unusual among the cabins in this guide and useful on a walking trip.
Can I bring a baby or a pet to Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin?
A cot is free for a child up to two years old, on request and subject to availability, but extra beds cannot be added and pets are not accepted.
Which airport is nearest to Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin?
In a straight line, the nearest airport is Leknes Airport (LKN), about 25 km away. The distance by road is longer.
Does Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin have a kitchen?
Yes. The sources for this page list a kitchen at Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin.
Does Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin have Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sources for this page list Wi-Fi at Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin.
Is there parking at Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin?
Yes. The sources for this page list parking at Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin.
What is Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin's guest rating?
Villa Lofoten - Fisherman's Cabin is rated 9.6 out of 10 on Booking.com from 6 reviews, as checked on 17 September 2026. Ratings change as new reviews come in.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.