Lofoten Handbook

Villa Lofoten

A handful of restored 1800s and early 1900s fishing buildings, including a saltery, a cod-liver-oil steamery and a fisherman's cabin, let as self-contained houses at Kvalnes on the north coast of Vestvågøy.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Holiday home with rorbuer in Leknes

Why stay here

Each building has been restored with reclaimed materials and recycled Nordic furnishings, so the stay doubles as a lesson in how the Lofoten fishery worked. The Steamery has a window in the floor to watch the tide below. The property is certified by Norwegian Ecotourism, and farmers' breakfast is included.

Who it’s for

  • Couples

Couples and small groups who want a quiet, design-led stay of several nights; Edvardbua and Sigurdbua are pitched at couples and solo travellers.

Highlights

  • Restored saltery, steamery and 1850s fisherman's cabin
  • Certified by Norwegian Ecotourism
  • Farmers' breakfast included
  • Summer restaurant in the restored barn

Things to consider

There is a minimum stay of three nights. Kvalnes is about 20 minutes' drive east of Leknes Airport off the E10, so a car is needed. The summer restaurant needs 24 hours' notice and at least six guests in total.

The accommodation

The Saltery sleeps six over three floors with kitchen and fireplace; The Fisherman's Cabin sleeps four with kitchen and wood stoves; The Steamery sleeps two with kitchen and a double bedroom; Edvardbua and Sigurdbua sleep two each. A farmhouse at Soleng is also let.

Facilities

  • Kitchen
  • Self-catering
  • Restaurant
  • Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in all houses, washing machine and tumble dryer for guests, and kayaks and bicycles guests can use.

Breakfast is included; a seasonal three-course dinner with an exhibition tour and film is served in the barn in summer by reservation.

Location

Kvalnes, on the north side of Vestvågøy, about 20 minutes' drive from Leknes Airport via the E10 and the Haverringen exit. Leknes is the nearest listed destination.

Haverringen 968, Kvalnes

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Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.