Holiday home Ellestrand am Eidsfjorden

Ausstattung

Facilities of the holiday home Ellestrand
Living space: approx. 90 m²
Max. occupancy: 6 people
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1

Interior
Ground floor:
Entrance hall

bathroom
Shower, toilet, washbasin

Kitchen
Fully equipped fitted kitchen
dishwasher
Stove with oven
microwave
coffee machine
Kettle
toaster
Refrigerator
Crockery & cooking utensils

dining room
dining set
Direct access to the living area

Living room
Cozy living area
Flat screen TV
Heat pump & fireplace (optional heating)
Laminate or PVC flooring

Upper floor:
Bedroom 1: Double bed (160 cm)
Bedroom 2: Double bed (140 cm)
Bedroom 3: Two single beds (can also be joined)

A notice:
Please bring your own bed linen and towels or pre-order them.

Outside:
250-liter freezer in the house's old vaulted cellar, gas grill, fresh water connection, and work surface for packing the fish.
Garden with terrace and garden furniture, spacious grounds.

Nebenkosten & Objektinformationen

Extra costs:
Important: To offset the drastically rising energy costs, we charge an additional 8 euros per night.
Charging hybrid or electric vehicles using household electricity is not permitted and is only permitted at approved charging stations. (Fire hazard)
Included: The costs for accommodation, internet Wi-Fi, electricity for normal household use, and water are included in the price.
Exclusive and not included in the rental price: accident insurance, personal liability insurance.
Firewood must be purchased independently.

Pets - Final cleaning - Bed linen and towel sets
Final cleaning is included in the price. Please dispose of your trash before departure and leave the house in a clean condition.
You can bring your own bed linen and towel sets or book them as an optional extra for €25 per set. One dog is permitted (please state this when booking; the cost is €15 per day). All houses and apartments are non-smoking. Fish waste must be disposed of in the fjord. Gutting and scaling fish on or in the house is not permitted.

Move-in and changeover day:
Check-in: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., check-out: until 10 a.m.
Bookings during peak season (Germany): Only whole weeks, e.g., from Saturday to Saturday.

Deposit:
The rental deposit is 350 euros (3500 NOK), which must be paid on site upon moving in and will be refunded to the tenant upon moving out if the rental property is returned in perfect condition, less any additional costs incurred.

Freizeit und Angeln

Fishing in the sea and in the fjords

From Borhaug via Farsund to Sigersvoll / Eidsfjorden

We are fishing specialists in Borhaug and the surrounding area. Here you will also find the best and most impressive fishing videos from our fishing friends Achim and Claus from the Bjøernevag, Farsund, and Borhaug regions over the past 10 years.

Here you can find the fishing films from The Achim Videos" 2014 – 2023" (Link) on YouTube

After booking, we will provide you with a map of the best fishing spots in the offshore waters (the Jölle plateau in Listafjorden, known as a football field, and the Rauna plateau near the shipwrecks between Farsund and Borhaug). Excellent cod, pollock, coalfish, ling, lumpfish, as well as smaller halibut weighing 10-20 kg and vast quantities of mackerel are regularly brought back from the offshore banks and plateaus. Even large halibut in the 80-kg class have been caught.

The fishing spots are littered with wrecks that sank before the lighthouse was built at the turn of the century. A well-kept secret is a wreck near Lista Lighthouse at a depth of 67 meters, where impressive ling, sometimes large cod, and good pollack can be found. In and around the pollack mountain in Listafjorden at a depth of 70 meters, strong-fighting marine fish, especially pollack, regularly catch the hook, as our photos amply demonstrate. Ling, pollack, and good cod can also be found on the rocky outcrops directly south of the lighthouse, at depths of 45 to 80 meters.

But: Keep your boats away from the lighthouse's shore. Huge boulders lie beneath the water's surface, and a wave or strong swell would smash your boat against the underwater obstacles.

The Rauna Plateau, further east, with its sandy ditches and elevations at a water depth of 117 meters, is also known for its exceptional and very large cod, coalfish, and ling. The ditches surrounding the plateau are very deep and have produced enormous ling and beautiful halibut.
The beaches and piers near Borhaugs offer good surf fishing for sea trout, turbot, and other flatfish species, especially in spring and early summer. Good specimens are regularly caught on the shallow beaches near the race track, Osthasselstrand, Nordhasselstrand, and Bausje.

In Borhaug's outer harbor, from the pier next to the harbor entrance to the sea, there are always plenty of flounder and plaice caught from land. This is a good alternative when the northwest wind blows and you can't go out.

It's particularly noteworthy that the owners in this area take exemplary care of their guests. Don't worry, even on the larger boats, you'll receive detailed instruction and driving practice until you're truly confident handling the watercraft.

Please remember that you are fishing in the open sea, in one of the best fishing areas in southern Norway, with a rich biodiversity and astonishingly large fish. Your outings should always be carefully planned and considered. Please check the online weather app several times a day for wind and wave heights. yr.no . And don't risk your life for a fish. Your children would be happy if you returned home safe and sound.

Weather forecast Borhaug Listafjorden (click)

Weather forecast Rauna near Farsund (click)

Weather forecast Lista Fyr Lighthouse (click)

Weather forecast Eidsfjorden near Varnes (click

Weather forecast Katland near Farsund

The fishing area is located directly in front of Eidsfjord, with its two small skerries in the middle of the fjord, offering excellent fishing spots for pollock, cod, and coalfish. The sandy bottom promises good catches of cod, ling, and flatfish. Fishing in the fjord is possible every day. We have often fished in Eidsfjord, as well as at the fjord entrances along the green cliffs with their steep, sheer cliffs and very deep waters, in the opposite Stolsfjord, or toward Cape Varnes with its renowned pollock fishing spots. There, at Cape Varnes, please fish at a safe distance from the steep shores. Pollock are plentiful there among the underwater vegetation at shallow depths. Avoid small bays and harbors; beware of shallow waters.

In the Eidsfjorden itself, there are always cod, coalfish, pollock, ling, mackerel in the summer, and occasionally salmon and sea trout when trolling. Flounder and plaice like sandy bottoms. This alternative is a good option when you can't go out in a northwesterly wind. With an easterly wind, trips are almost always possible. Please keep in mind that you are fishing here in the fjord just before the open sea, arguably the best fishing area in southern Norway, with a wide variety of species and astonishingly large fish. Therefore, your trips should be well planned and considered.

Please check wind and wave height several times a day on Windguru and yr.no Eidsfjorden (Link Click)

Amateur anglers will find plenty of opportunities in Eisdfjord. Plenty of pollock, coalfish, and cod in impressive sizes, along with plenty of mackerel and other marine fish, are on the list. Fancy some edible crab? The caretaker knows where to catch them by hand. Eisdfjorden is known for its good water quality and abundance of fish. Follow the advice of experienced owners and locals and never go out to sea in uncertain weather.
GPS coordinates to the best fishing spots for cod, pollock, ling, lumpfish, coalfish, etc. will be provided upon booking. On board, you'll receive detailed instruction and driving lessons until you're fully comfortable with the boat.

You can find fishing and equipment tips on our homepage under the Norway tab.

Freshwater fishing / in the surrounding lakes and streams:
There are many beautiful fishing spots in the area – for trout, char, and sea trout. On the Listerfriluft.no website , you'll find an overview of fishing lakes and sea trout spots. For some freshwater lakes, a license is required, which is subject to a fee. Here you'll find all the information you need about freshwater fishing spots in Southern Norway. (Click here)

New:　Lista Surfing " (Click)
Lista Surfing embodies sporty and challenging activities in Borhaug and Farsund, offered by the experienced innovation team led by Per Christian (who speaks German) and his colleagues. Whether guided or self-organized sea kayaking tours, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) courses, windsurfing, kitesurfing, or yoga classes on the beach, we can arrange the contact, or you can contact the team yourself. Please contact Lista Surfing (click). Christian speaks German, English, and Norwegian. If you have any questions, please contact us or visit their website.

Lista offers beautiful, long beaches with shallow water. All you need to bring is a towel and a picnic basket for a lovely day of sun and windless seas. If you're up for a longer hike, you can pack your backpack with some water and a snack and stroll along the beaches of Farsund.
For further information follow the link (click) .

In Borhaug, there's a Joker supermarket with a solid selection of almost everything you need. The local bakery delivers fresh pastries every morning, so why not buy some fresh Norwegian baked goods for breakfast?
It's best to do your shopping locally. Where? In Vanse, of course. There, Coop, Rema 1000, and the trendy Kiwi compete with great deals and local goods and groceries.

Farsund: (15 minutes from Borhaug by car) is easily accessible by car, bike or bus, a cozy town where you can take a walk, eat ice cream or shop in one of the many shops.

Vanse: Several stores with a wide selection, and here you will find Trunken, an American store that you must visit!
Further information: (Click)

Lyngdal Handel spark or Lyngdal City: Here you will find everything your heart desires.

Try the restaurants in Farsund, or the small Asian food carts with Thai food in Vanse. Whether the new fish restaurant at the harbor in Farsund has the best fish and chips in the entire country is something you'll have to explore for yourself. We love them. At the Fjordhotell or Rederiethotell, you have to go to the popular Be sure to pre-order theme buffets.

Lista has great, long hiking trails and is also wonderful for cycling. A visit to Lista Lighthouse is a must, and it's a lovely walking excursion from there towards Varnes, into old, authentic Norway. Lista Lighthouse regularly hosts various art exhibitions. Check out the Lista Gallery for an overview of the exhibitions. More information: (Click)
Norberg Fortress is worth a visit. Here, you can play hide-and-seek with children and adults in old war trenches and explore the site. There's also a great visitor center. Be sure to stop by for a cup of coffee. More information: (Click)

Lista Adrenaline Park, Norway's largest indoor active sports facility for skating and trampoline, is located nearby. Here you'll find escape rooms, go-card rides, and other activities. More information: (Click)

Kristiansand Animal and Amusement Park is just under a two-hour drive away. ( Click here )
The water park in Lyngdal is only about 30 minutes away by car.

Finally, what can we say about the beautiful Lista region?
It's fascinating to see how the sea changes with the wind, sun, and weather, and how the play of light transforms the landscape. Norwegians call it a miniature version of Norway because all of the country's typical cultural and natural elements converge here. Many believe that the Lista region will soon overtake the Lofoten Islands. Norwegians love extreme challenges in hiking and sporting activities, and in winter, extreme weather with snow and violent storms, which are a true natural spectacle. This is where the Lista region excels.

Borhaug offers its guests horseback riding, an alpaca farm, soccer and volleyball courts, arguably the best outdoor skate park, a large go-kart track on Lista Fly Plass, and a gym with a solarium. A visit to the Lista Lighthouse and the quaint stone fields is an absolute must.

If it's windy or the weather is bad, head to the coast to Jölle and Snekkestö. If you wander along the shores after a storm, you'll find many ancient and maritime objects that the sea has washed up from the depths. Develop a passion for collecting and craft your finds into great eye-catchers for your home. Visit the hidden mountain lakes in the hinterland and spend a lovely day swimming there in the summer. Even in Norway, the water can reach temperatures of up to 20 degrees Celsius in shallow areas.

The existing and excellently signposted hiking trails (over 200 km in total) are waiting to be conquered by experienced hikers.

Let yourself be challenged and get active... We hope you have fun.
Other useful links with good leisure tips from the Farsund and Lista region: Visit Sörlandet , Welcome to Farsund and Lista.

Here you can find all the activities in the Flekkefjord area ( Click )

Day trips and tours to the natural wonders of Norway (click here)　

Informationen zum Boot

Additional costs if an inclusive boat is available:
Included are the costs for boat rental, mooring and inventory as described, boat hull insurance with a 1,000 euro deductible depending on boat type and insurance, and the necessary safety equipment and fittings according to Norwegian law.
Exclusive and not included in the rental price: passenger and accident insurance, personal liability insurance, excess coverage, consumables, fuel, and lubricants.

Boat insurance - comprehensive:
Boats are generally covered by hull insurance. The excess in the event of damage is €1,000. The amount of the excess can vary; please inquire with the boat owner upon pick-up and document it on the checklist. Personal belongings are not insured. Hull insurance does not cover accidental damage suffered by persons traveling on the rental vehicle. The renter is liable for damage to and loss of the boat unless the damage is covered by the insurance. Damage also includes consequential damage. The landlord/owner may retain the deposit paid until the damage is repaired. The excess for each claim is to be borne by the renter and may differ from the deposit. If the boat is returned in good condition, the deposit will be refunded immediately. Any damage not covered by the deposit or insurance must be compensated for by the renter immediately before departure. The renter undertakes to immediately notify the landlord/owner of any damage, collisions, other unusual incidents, or complaints.
In the event of damage, the deductible is due for payment to the boat owner on site.

Boat license:
Guests born before January 1, 1980, do not require a license for motorboats of this class in Norway. For younger people, a boat license is required for boats with more than 25 hp.

Binding rules of conduct - tenant's liability:
We expect no alcohol on the boat.
The renter is liable for damages caused by themselves and also for all damages caused by other users of the boat. Use of the boat is at the renter's own risk and that of all other users. The renter shall inform his or her crew in a timely manner that they will, if necessary, take out adequate insurance against damage events before the start of the trip. Furthermore, the boat operator must familiarize the crew with the boat's technical features and the terms and conditions of the contract and ensure that all passengers wear life jackets during trips.
If cleaning fish is done on the boat or on a suitable filleting table at the jetty, please dispose of fish waste at sea, not in the harbor basin. Always cover fish waste (to protect against seagulls).

Territory restriction:
Trips are only permitted in the fjords, not on the open sea.
A minimum distance of 100 meters from fish farms or similar facilities must be maintained. Failure to comply with maritime regulations may result in immediate termination of the rental agreement by the landlord/owner. Any claims by the tenant are deemed forfeited.

Cleaning the boat:
The renter is responsible for thoroughly cleaning the boat at the end of the rental period. The renter must return the boat in the clean condition it was handed over to them by the rental company.