Fjord-View Stay Near Ferry & Senja’s Best Hikes
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Spacious fjord-view apartment in the peaceful village of Botnhamn, within walking distance of the Tromsø ferry and a short drive from iconic Senja hikes including Segla, Hesten, and Keipen. Enjoy your morning coffee in the window alcove or on the private deck while taking in panoramic views of the fjord and surrounding mountains. With a fully equipped kitchen, dedicated workspace, Smart TV, and blackout curtains, it’s a comfortable home base for exploring Senja. The space Apartment Highlights Primary bedroom with a comfortable 150 cm bed, premium jersey sheets, warm duvets, and blackout curtains for a restful night's sleep Second bedroom with a cozy 120 cm bed, blackout curtains, and a dedicated workspace with desk and lamp. For 2-guest reservations, the primary bedroom is prepared as standard. If you prefer separate beds, we're happy to prepare the second bedroom with fresh linens and duvet for a 500 NOK linen/setup fee per stay. Please request this before arrival. Spacious living room with a large sofa, cozy blankets, and plenty of seating Large window alcove with panoramic fjord and mountain views—perfect for morning coffee, reading, watching passing boats, or looking for the Northern Lights in winter Private deck overlooking the fjord—perfect for starting your day with coffee, relaxing in the evening sun, or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings Fully equipped kitchen with everything needed to prepare meals during your stay Full-size washing machine and dryer Location & Surroundings Approximately a 10-minute walk to the Brensholmen–Botnhamn ferry connecting Senja and Tromsø About a 20-minute drive to Segla, Hesten, Keipen, Barden, and Grytetippen—some of Senja's most iconic hiking trails and backcountry skiing areas Peaceful residential neighborhood Easy walk to the Joker grocery store and nearby café for groceries, coffee, and everyday essentials Amenities Fast Wi-Fi for streaming or remote work 55" Smart TV with popular streaming apps Washing machine (detergent provided) and dryer Fresh linens, towels, and complimentary toiletries Kitchen staples plus a full set of cookware, dishes, and utensils Coffee station with coffee, tea, and hot chocolate Boot and glove dryer A Few Other Details Self check-in for easy arrival Free parking in the driveway or pull-out across the street Extra space heater available if needed Privacy This is a completely private, self-contained apartment with its own entrance. The home also contains a separate Airbnb apartment on the lower level. There are no shared spaces, and each apartment has its own private entrance. As with any multi-unit home, occasional normal living sounds may be heard. To help ensure a peaceful stay for everyone, we kindly ask guests to observe quiet hours between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM by avoiding excessive noise, running, jumping, rolling suitcases, or moving furniture during those hours. Guest access Guests have exclusive access to the entire upstairs apartment, including the fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room, bathroom, two bedrooms, and private deck overlooking the fjord. The apartment has its own private entrance, and there are no shared indoor or outdoor guest spaces. The private deck is yours to enjoy throughout your stay—whether you're sipping your morning coffee, taking in the midnight sun during summer, or watching for the Northern Lights in winter. The home also contains a separate Airbnb apartment on the lower level. Each apartment is completely self-contained with its own private entrance, and there are no shared spaces. As with any multi-unit home, guests may occasionally hear normal day-to-day living sounds. Other things to note Getting Here: A high-speed passenger ferry (Hurtigbåt) operates between Tromsø and Lysnes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with a travel time of approximately one hour. From Lysnes, a public bus connects to Botnhamn, and the apartment is within easy walking distance of the bus stop. Alternatively, you can travel via Hurtigbåt or the Hurtigruten coastal steamer to Finnsnes, where rental cars are available. Local Services: Botnhamn has a Joker grocery store with a small café for groceries and everyday essentials. Fuel is available at the ferry terminal (Botnhamn Bensin). Public EV charging is available in Husøy and is sometimes available near the ferry terminal during the summer months. Parking: Free parking is available in the driveway or in the pull-out directly across the street. Privacy This is a completely private, self-contained apartment with its own entrance. The home also contains a separate Airbnb apartment on the lower level. Each apartment has its own private entrance, and there are no shared indoor or outdoor guest spaces. As with any multi-unit home, occasional normal day-to-day living sounds may be heard. Quiet Hours To help ensure a peaceful stay for everyone, we kindly ask guests to observe quiet hours between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM by avoiding excessive noise, running, jumping, or moving furniture during those hours. During Your Stay Although we live in the United States, we're always available through the Airbnb app and are happy to help before and during your stay. We also have a trusted local team in Senja who can assist if an urgent issue arises. If you'd like recommendations for hikes, photography locations, restaurants, ferry schedules, or other local tips, we're always happy to share our favorites and help you make the most of your visit to Senja.
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