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Unique, charming townhouse by river in central Oslo– sleeps 2 to 10 - Unit 3305290 The Whole Townhouse
| Sleeps | 10 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,571 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 3 nights |
Overview
Unit 3305290 The Whole Townhouse
The whole house over 3 floors – that is the townhouse. Kitchen and dining room, 4 bedrooms plus large sofabed in the lounge – and 2 extra bunk beds in the conservatory – which also have a small kitchen. A little garden to relax – this is really unique quiet oasis in the middle of the pulsating arts district of Oslo.
Grünerlykken Gjestgiveri
The townhouse consists of three levels with ground floor which opening up to a small garden through a conservatory. It is situated in Grünerløkka – Oslo’s «hipster» area dominated by numerious cafés, bars, restaurants, art galleries and music venues. Yet the townhouse is a secluded, quiet spot with its own small garden in the middle of all this. Easily reached from Oslo Central Train Station and Bus Terminal with frequent services to Oslo airport Gardermoen, Oslo Rygge Airport and Torp Airport Sandefjord. Suitable for a couple, a couple with kids or larger parties consisting of 6 persons or more: (maximum sleeping capacity is 10 persons in winter – 12 in summer, when 2 kids can sleep in bunk beds in the conservatory. A detailed info-folder on the apartment and its surroundings will be forwarded you when you make an enquiry.
About Morten PR Russell Wedén
Trained in London and worked as a graphic designer, film critic and editor. Settled in Oslo with partner and 4 children. Through HomeAway we run 2 rental places in Oslo apart from this one listed here (property 452128 in St.Hanshaugen and property 1729502 also in Grünerløka and one in Malta (property 413710 – Senglea, Grand Harbour). Through 5 years we have only pleasant experiences with our guests.
Morten PR Russell Wedén purchased this house in 1982
Why Morten PR Russell Wedén chose Oslo
The apartment is situated on its own ground floor of the building which dates from 1870, situated at Upper and Cross (Øvre gate and Korsgata between music venue «Blå» along the Akerselva river and bespoke restaurant «KAMAI» (japanese) and «Markveien Mat & Vinhus» and «Dr.Kneipp» in a very quiet yet central area at the lower southwest corner of Grünerløkka. You will also find the art gallery and wine bar «Syng» 50 metres away – perfect outdoor area for sunny days by the riverside. From here a variety of shops, supermarket, «Wine Monopoly», cafés and restaurants are only 2 minutes walk away. Make sure you visit the popular «Mathallen» (Food Hall). There are 3 parks close by, and for recreational purposes a pleasant walk along the Akerselva river is recommended. In the weekends there are both market days and music venues at «Blå» (Blue). The New York Times recently included the walk along the river here in its «Top Ten Streets of European Cities» contest.
What makes this house unique
The Botanical Gardens and The Edvard Munch Museum is well within walking distance (to the east), so is the Oslo Town Hall (to the west) with Akershus Castle and fashionable Aker Brygge (where you can even swim). From here small ferries whisk you out to numerous idyllic islands in the fjord and of course to the Bygdøy peninsula with its Kontiki -, Fram-, Viking Ships- and Folk Museums. But apart from these attractions, there is hardly any reason at all to leave Grünerløkka. You’ll find everything here.
Guestbook comments from the owner
I wanted to write and say "thanks!" for allowing us to stay in your
home recently. Lovely, spacious and perfect for our family. I hope
we left the home in proper shape (aside from dirty towels/linens, and
extra groceries!). We will certainly recommend it to others on
vrbo.com and will definitely return to your property again!
Thanks and have a good evening!
Available Rentals
Amenities
Sentrum House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1571 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 10
- pets considered
- Events Allowed
- children welcome
- Downtown
- Near The Ocean
- Adventure
- Budget
- Family
- Romantic
- Fireplace ...
- Garage ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided
- Tumble Dryer ...
- Washing Machine ...
- Wood Stove ...
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven ...
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator ...
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 8 people
- 2 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower
- Ground floor bathroom has shower enclosure, wc, wash basin. Washing machine and tumble dryer is also installed. Underfloor heating year round. Second floor bathroom has shower enclosure, wc, wash basin. Underfloor heating year round.
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
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Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
,
2 twin/ single
Bedroom 4 - 1 queen
Bedroom 3 - 1 double
Bedroom 2 - 1 sleep sofa /futon , Large double sofa bed
- Ground floor double bedroom has also sitting area in front of wood burning stove, small writing desk. Windows on two sides (east/west). Access to conservatory with 2 bunk beds that can be used during summer. 1st floor bedrom with single bed. 2nd floor bedroom with single bed 2nd floor bedroom with double bed, writing desk and sitting area in front of open fireplace. Windows on two sides (east/west). In addition there is a double sofa bed in the dining/living room, suitable for two persons.
- Bicycles ...
- Boat ...
- Golf ...
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Ski & Snowboard ...
- Tennis ...
- 8 bicycles
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- wheelchair accessible ...
- Communal Pool ...
- autumn foliage
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- forests
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- nude beach
- playground
- restaurants
- synagogues
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- golf privileges optional
- hiking
- ice skating
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- pier fishing
- roller blading
- sailing
- ski lift privileges
- ski privileges optional
- skiing
- snorkeling
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Excellent!
4.3/5 -
(12 traveler reviews)
Funky Digs for a Large Group that Gets Along Well Together
It was a great place for three generations of our family to bond and be together. It meant for tight quarters and bed-sharing, and a sign-up sheet for the 11 of us to use the two bathrooms. For the older folks, the stairs were a bit of a challenge, so they were quartered on the two floors that had bathrooms. Communication with Morten and his son Axel was friendly and welcoming, and promptly responsive to our questions. We liked the neighborhood, and found the 10-minute walk to public transport quite convenient. The kitchen could use more glassware and dishes, but otherwise was adequate for our needs. As well, the dining table/chairs can only seat about 6, so don't plan on meals together for a large group. In the end, our group was happy and satisfied with this unique and funky lodging for our first four days in Norway
Fantastic location!
This is a really great neighborhood to bring a family- good restaurants, park areas, and right on the bus/tram lines. It was really easy to get everywhere. Morten was a good communicator and we enjoyed our stay a great deal.
Truly Funky
This residence is on three different floors connected by extremely steep narrow staircases. They could prove hazardous. The room on the first floor is extremely dark. The washing machine and dryer are inefficient. It is close to downtown and bus lines. It is quiet. OK for the young and agile as long as they are sober.
Dirty conditions forced us to leave
Here is the final communication I had with Morten.
You completely ignored the main complaints (dirty dishes, dirty refrigerator, sanitary pad). The weather was the least of our worries. Based on your posted pictures we expected clean and bright rooms. Instead we got rooms that had not been dusted in a while, dirty dishes in the cupboard, dirty and bad smelling refrigerator, chewed gum in a piece of paper in the bed, and worst of all a used sanitary pad on the floor behind the toilet in the upstairs bathroom (you should have the pictures that were sent). Maybe, if you had been there you would have taken care of the problems before we arrived or made sure they were taken care of after we arrived. The caretakers you left in charge had the opportunity to fix things but never offered except to say “Maybe there was a problem with the cleaning lady.” I asked for the issues to be corrected and gave your son a time expectation. The only response from him was that he would contact you.
I don't know about you but when I rent a place the one expectation I have is cleanliness. I can deal with worn and old and even some dust, but when things in the kitchen are nasty, it is another matter.
I have not posted a review yet as I was waiting on a response from you. Your reviews were all very positive about your being concerned with guest stays. I do not feel you are very concerned at all with our stay. I should not be held responsible for washing the dishes someone else left, picking up dirty/used personal hygiene items or dusting tables. You may be comfortable with that, but I certainly am not. We met some very nice and interesting people during our visit. However, when someone asks about the trip, the first thing we remember is the miserable conditions of your townhouse.
The six of us believe we are seasoned travelers. We have stayed in places a lot more worn than yours and had a very good time. The difference was they were clean. Your policy, as you have the final say may be not to give “reductions.” If it were for any reason other than cleanliness, I might understand.
Highly, highly recommended!
My husband, kids and I stayed in this great property last summer. It's in a very quiet, walkable neighborhood, close to many attractions and to downtown, yet convenient to wonderful local shopping/eateries within blocks of our front door. Very spacious and clean. Especially loved the kitchen as we cooked many breakfasts and a few evening meals. We'd definitely stay here again!!!!
A Wonderfull stay at Oslo
The street where is the apartment is very quiet, full night assured but the apartment is also close to both the center of Oslo (ten minute walk, 5 minutes by tram) and central Grünerloekka, with shops, bars, restaurants available.
It's great to be close to the river Akerselva that lends itself to a delightful walk on foot along its shores (with waterfalls that make us think that we are in the mountains, not in a capital city!).
The apartment is comfortable and practical, and it is delightful to spend the evening with a nice wood fire in the furnace of the old bakery. And the owner, Morten is concerned about the welfare of its tenants and ready to troubleshoot when problems. I recommend strongly without reservation
Map
As Grünerløkka is very central, it is a pulsating area with lots of activities going on. You will find anything you like while shopping or just strolling along here. Emergency hospital (Legevakten) is 650 metres away from the apartment, so you are in safe hands for any eventuality.
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