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Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten

A 40 m² two-bedroom chalet at Alstad near Bøstad on Vestvågøy, sleeping four, with a fireplace, a terrace and mountain views.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Cabin in Bøstad, near Henningsvær

This is a small building — 40 m² — divided into two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen and a seating area. One bedroom holds a large double, the other a pair of singles, which makes four the maximum.

What the listing records outside is a garden, a terrace and mountain views. It sits at Alstad near Bøstad, on the northern half of Vestvågøy, with Leknes Airport given as 25 km away and Svolvær Torg as 43 km.

A fireplace, a washing machine, a tumble dryer, a dishwasher and a coffee machine are listed. Booking.com gives the chalet 3 stars.

Why stay here

A compact self-catering chalet with a fireplace and a terrace in the quieter middle of Vestvågøy, away from the villages that fill up in summer.

Who it’s for

Two couples or a family of four with a car. There is no cot and no extra bed, children from three pay the adult rate, and pets cannot come, so the four beds set the shape of the stay.

Highlights

  • Two bedrooms sleeping four in 40 m²
  • Fireplace and a seating area
  • Terrace with mountain views and a garden
  • Washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher
  • Parking and WiFi both free

Things to consider

At 40 m² the chalet is small for four people, with one bathroom. Check-in runs from 17:00 to midnight and the owners want your arrival time in advance; check-out is by 10:00, which is early. There is no cot and no extra bed, children from the age of three are charged at the adult rate, pets cannot stay, and smoking and parties are ruled out, as are hen and stag groups. The name mentions wildlife; what the listing itself records is a garden, mountain views and hiking in the area.

The accommodation

One chalet of 40 m², listed as a Two-Bedroom Chalet with three beds. One bedroom has a large double bed and the other two singles, giving a maximum of four. One private bathroom with a shower. Booking.com shows it with 3 stars.

UnitSleepsBeds and layout
Two-Bedroom Chalet440 m²; one large double bed in the first bedroom, two single beds in the second

Facilities

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

Both the WiFi and the private parking are free. A fireplace, a seating area, a sofa, a desk, a flat-screen television, heating, a hairdryer, a washing machine, a tumble dryer and a dishwasher. A terrace outside, with mountain and garden views. Bed linen and towels are provided, and the chalet is non-smoking.

Self-catering. The kitchen has an oven, a dishwasher and a coffee machine. No meals are served and no breakfast is offered.

Location

Alstad 49 near Bøstad, in Vestvågøy municipality on the northern half of Vestvågøy. Booking.com classes the setting as rural and records garden and mountain views. Henningsvær, the nearest destination in this guide, is about 17 km away in a straight line.

Alstad 49, 8360 Bøstad, Norway

Distances the listing gives

  • Borga Radarstasjon: 21 km
  • Leknes Airport: 25 km
  • Vestvågøy Rådhus: 26 km
  • Svolvær Torg: 43 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 25 km from the chalet, Borga Radarstasjon as 21 km, Vestvågøy Rådhus as 26 km, Lofotenmat Sa as within 29 km, Galleri Espolin as 38 km and Svolvær Torg as 43 km.

Questions

How many people can stay at Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
Four. One bedroom has a large double bed and the other two singles, three beds in 40 m². No extra beds and no cot can be added.
Where is Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
At Alstad 49 near Bøstad, on the northern half of Vestvågøy in Vestvågøy municipality. Leknes Airport is given as 25 km away and Svolvær Torg as 43 km.
What time is check-in and check-out at Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
Check-in runs from 17:00 until midnight and check-out is by 10:00. The owners ask for your arrival time beforehand.
How do I check availability for Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
Use the Booking.com link on this page to see current dates, available accommodation options and booking terms for Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten.
Does Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten have a kitchen and a washing machine?
Yes to both. The kitchen has an oven, a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and there is a washing machine and a tumble dryer. No meals are served.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
Check-in starts at 17:00, and check-out is by 10:00.
Can children and pets stay at Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
Children of every age can stay, but from the age of three they are charged at the adult rate and there is no cot. Pets cannot come.
Which airport is nearest to Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
In a straight line, the nearest airport is Leknes Airport (LKN), about 19 km away. The distance by road is longer.
Does Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten have Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sources for this page list Wi-Fi at Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten.
Is there parking at Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten?
Yes. The sources for this page list parking at Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten.
What is Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten's guest rating?
Wildlife Retreat Central Lofoten is rated 9.8 out of 10 on Booking.com from 12 reviews, as checked on 17 September 2026. Ratings change as new reviews come in.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.