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Holiday apartment Izabela in Abelnes near Flekkefjord, Southern Norway: Well-maintained and very popular holiday apartment in a quiet location, approx. 70 m², for up to five people + infant, 2 bedrooms, a shower room, living and dining area, modern kitchen, Wi-Fi, washing machine, non-smoking, final cleaning included, no pets, private boat mooring, registered for tourist fishing with fish export quota.
Included boat: Smartliner 21 ft pilothouse boat, current model, 6.54 m long, 2.25 m wide, 80 hp outboard motor, with Lowrance chartplotter and 7-inch echo sounder – ideal for safe trips and successful fishing around Abelnes and at sea.
Included boat – Smartliner 21 ft Pilothouse, 80 HP
Your stay includes a strong and reliable boat:
- Smartliner 21 Fisher (654 cm)
- 80 HP outboard motor
- Pilothouse cabin
- large, open aft deck
- Seating in the bow, 4 rod holders
- Lowrance chartplotter & 7-inch fishfinder
- 4 rod holders
- self-bailing deck
- Navigation lights and swim ladder
- Fishbox / Anchor box
- Unladen weight 800 kg, category C
- approved for up to 7 people
The Smartliner Pilothouse is perfect for this region. It's stable, seaworthy, easy to handle, and ideal for fishing and exploration trips. The enclosed cabin with excellent all-around visibility protects you from wind and waves – a real advantage in changeable weather. The robust hull sits securely in the water, making the Smartliner a reliable companion for day trips in the fjords or to the islands. The boat is moored at the owner's dock, only about 250 meters as the crow flies from the holiday apartment; parking is available right next to the boat. Life jackets are available in a variety of sizes.
Holiday apartment Izabela – cozy ground floor apartment in a beautiful secluded location in Abelnes
The Izabela holiday apartment enjoys a peaceful location on the edge of the forest in Abelnes, overlooking the small, maritime fishing village and the impressive fjord landscape of the Flekkefjord municipality. The location is immediately relaxing: plenty of nature, fresh air, and easy access to the water. The apartment is on the ground floor of the well-maintained house owned by a friendly, helpful, and pleasantly discreet couple.
With 70 m² of living space, 2 bedrooms, a cozy living-dining area, a modern kitchen, Wi-Fi, washing machine, non-smoking, final cleaning included, no pets and its own boat mooring, Izabela is ideal for 4-5 adults or 4 adults + 2 small children.
Living comfort – well-maintained, cozy and instantly inviting.
The holiday apartment has been renovated and equipped with a modern kitchen including a dishwasher. It offers: a bright, well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable living and dining room, two inviting bedrooms, a bathroom with shower and toilet, satellite TV and fast Wi-Fi, a heat pump for pleasant temperatures, and a washing machine. The natural grounds are lovingly maintained and invite you to spend relaxing hours outdoors.
A highlight is the large, covered garden shed (approx. 30 m²) with barbecue – in the extremely well-maintained garden, perfect for cozy evenings.
A fish cleaning station is also part of the facilities.
The Izabela holiday apartment combines comfortable living, a quiet location on the edge of the forest, a first-class and powerful included boat, and a diverse fishing area right on the doorstep. Ideal for guests who want to experience Norway in a relaxed, authentic, and nature-oriented way.
Fishing area – diversity, short distances and strong catch opportunities
Abelnes is perfectly situated between several exciting fjord systems and offers anglers a fishing area that could hardly be more diverse. Within minutes by boat, you can reach crystal-clear fjords, current edges, plateaus, and open areas that have been known for their excellent catches for years.
Directly off the coast of Abelnes lie the Stolsfjorden with its deep, calm pools and the Strandsfjorden, prized for its striking cliffs and plateaus. Here, depending on the season, you can find pollock, cod, saithe, ling, flatfish, mackerel, and sea trout.
Other top spots in the region: Eidsfjord & Fedafjord – protected fjord arms with many species, Siragrunnen – extensive marine area and legendary for strong catches, Vollesfjord – reliable, structurally diverse and always worth a try, Flekkefjord – particularly popular for sea trout along the shoreline, Hidra Island – one of the most varied and successful fishing areas in southern Norway, Listafjorden – open, species-rich, with diverse depths and bottom types
Why Abelnes is so popular
Abelnes' location combines tranquility, short distances, and an enormous selection of fishing grounds. You almost always start in sheltered waters, yet have direct access to the open sea. Many fishing spots are so close that you can often visit several locations in a single day. Abelnes is a place for guests who want to experience nature, for anglers who love large fishing areas, and for everyone who wants to enjoy authentic Norway. Clear, calm, powerful – a place that has attracted many guests year after year.
Flekkefjord – the white pearl with charm and many experiences
Flekkefjord is a friendly and lively coastal town with light-colored wooden architecture, well-kept streets, and a harbor that's right in the heart of the action. It's easily accessible from Abelnes – ideal if you want to spend a day away from your fishing rods.
What awaits you in Flekkefjord:
Flekkefjord is particularly known for the Hollenderbyen, an old town: with historic wooden houses, small shops, cafes and a real coastal flair with street art and modern wall art in many streets and backyards.
- Flekkefjord Museum: maritime atmosphere and changing exhibitions,
- A beautiful maritime promenade along the water: perfect for a quiet stroll, especially at sunset,
- Hiking: Tours such as Brufjellhålene, Ytrefjordstien or the view from Roligheten
- Activities on the fjord: SUP, kayaking, small beaches and quiet swimming spots;
- Shopping & Dining: Specialty shops, supermarkets, outdoor stores, Norwegian specialties, cozy cafes;
- Rental offers: in summer pedal boats, bicycles or e-bikes
Summer at the harbor: markets, concerts, events – there's always something going on, depending on the season.
Flekkefjord combines relaxed small-town life with a maritime atmosphere. An ideal contrast to intense days of fishing and always a worthwhile destination for a day trip, a place where you arrive – and immediately understand why guests love to return.
The apartment is located on the ground floor of the house:
Well-maintained country house, including good cuisine
Inside:
1 bathroom with washbasin, shower, toilet, heating,
1 bedroom with 2 beds, sideboard, large wardrobe, carpet
1 bedroom with 3 single beds, wardrobe, sideboard, carpet
A baby cot and a highchair can be provided free of charge if required.
1 kitchen area with fitted kitchen, stove, dishwasher, oven, extractor hood, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, kettle, large refrigerator, 200 L freezer etc., fully equipped with dishes, 1 small table, 2 chairs, laminate flooring.
1 Living/dining area with sofa set, satellite TV and stereo system, CD, DVD, coffee table with 5 chairs, cabinets, sideboard, parquet flooring, free Wi-Fi,
1 Entrance area with wardrobe, mirror, shoe cabinet
Outside:
Separate entrance, outdoor seating areas, fresh water connection, filleting table, parking on site.
Adjoining the beautiful Sörland garden is a 30 m² garden shed with garden furniture and a barbecue. The included boat is moored at the owner's jetty in Abelsnes, just 250 meters as the crow flies from the property.
Extra costs:
Important: To offset the drastically rising energy costs, we have to charge an additional 7 euros per night.
Charging e-bikes, hybrid or electric cars via household electricity is not permitted and is only allowed at approved charging stations.
Included: The price includes the cost of the boat (excluding fuel), accommodation, final cleaning, Wi-Fi internet, electricity for normal household use and water.
Exclusive and not included in the rental price: accident insurance, personal liability insurance.
Final cleaning - bed linen and towel sets
Final cleaning is included in the price of this property.
Bed linen and towel sets can be brought along or booked as an optional extra for 25 euros per set.
Move-in and changeover day:
Preferably Saturdays, other days possible by arrangement.
Arrival: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Departure: until 10:00 AM
Deposit:
The rental deposit is 350 euros, which must be paid on site upon arrival and will be refunded to the tenant upon return of the rental property in good condition upon departure.
House-specific information - Pets:
Pets are not allowed in this property. All houses and apartments are non-smoking.
Children are very welcome; a baby travel cot is available free of charge if required.
Please ensure you select the correct sizes for duvet covers and fitted sheets. Towels should also be brought along or can be ordered as part of a linen set with the duvet covers for €25 per set. For hygiene reasons, we kindly ask you not to use sleeping bags under any circumstances!
Fish cleaning must be done exclusively on the boat (using appropriate equipment provided) in the harbor, or on a suitable filleting table. The fillets should then be rinsed with fresh seawater, bagged, and frozen at home. Gutting and scaling fish indoors is not permitted. Fish waste must be disposed of at sea, not in the harbor basin.
Sea and fjord fishing near Flekkefjord, from Abelnes to Hidra. From your base in the Flekkefjord and Abelnes region, you have excellent opportunities for sea trout and saltwater fishing, depending on the tides and the season. The saltwater fish in this region are very diverse. The calm fjord locations offer many advantages, especially for anglers, diving groups, and families with children who enjoy fishing, providing access to the best fishing grounds. With our comfortable boat, you can easily reach some of the most famous fishing spots in Southern Norway. These include Flekkefjord, the Bubble Bay near Fjellsa (reachable in just 10-15 minutes), as well as Vollesfjord and Strandsfjord near Andabeløy, Eidsfjord, Stolsfjord, Hidrasund, and Fedafjord. The wreck of the Gudrun, which sank off the harbor in Abelnes during World War II, is a popular destination for divers from all over the world in spring, summer, and autumn. The shores off Grönnes in Flekkefjord offer excellent opportunities for sea trout and sea bass fishing. Other saltwater fish can also be caught from shore, depending on the tide. If you are interested in salmon or trout fishing, we recommend visiting the large freshwater lakes in the area, as well as the rivers in Ana Sira or Kvinensdal (please note the closed seasons and the requirement for day permits). In good weather, you can even explore the south coast of Hidras, the Lista Plateau, and the Siragrunnen. Insider tips include the mussel cove in Vollesfjord and the so-called "Retirees' Cove" very close to the house in Stolsfjorden. The Siragrunnen and the fish-rich Lista Plateau (also known as the "football field" due to its vast, sandy, approximately 40-60 meter deep plateau) can be reached by boat in good weather. However, these trips require careful nautical planning and consistently good weather throughout the day. Keep in mind that you can also fish in the open sea in the Abelnes region, which is one of the best fishing grounds in Southern Norway, boasting an impressive variety of fish species and astonishing sizes. Therefore, it is essential to plan and consider your excursions carefully. Check the wind and wave height several times a day on the usual weather websites. Also, pay attention to the recommendations of boat owners and locals. A hidden gem is a wreck in the Listafjorden near Lista Fyr at a depth of 67 meters, where sizable ling, sometimes large cod, and good-sized pollack can be found. At and around Pollackberg in Listafjorden, at a depth of 70 meters, hard-fighting sea fish, especially pollack, are regularly caught, as our pictures clearly demonstrate. Directly south of the lighthouse, at depths of 45 to 80 meters, ling, pollack, and good-sized cod also congregate along the drop-offs. Fishing in Eidsfjord, near Cape Varnes and Stolsfjorden: The fishing area lies directly in front of Eidsfjorden with its two small skerries in the middle of the fjord. Here, there are excellent spots for pollack, cod, and saithe. The sandy bottom promises good catches of cod, ling, and flatfish. Fishing in the fjord is possible daily. We have often fished in Eidsfjorden and Stolsfjorden, including at the fjord entrances along the verdant cliffs with their terraced drop-offs and great depths, in the opposite Stolsfjorden, and towards Cape Varnes with its well-known pollack spots. At Cape Varnes, please fish at a safe distance from the steep banks. Pollack are plentiful there among the underwater vegetation in shallow water. Do not enter the small bays and harbors; beware of shallows. In Eidsfjorden itself, you can always find cod, saithe, pollack, ling, mackerel in the summer, and occasionally salmon and sea trout while trolling. Flounder and plaice prefer sandy bottoms. This alternative is a good option when there is a northwest wind and you cannot go out fishing. With an east wind, fishing trips are almost always possible. Please bear in mind that you are fishing here in the fjord, just before the open sea, probably the best fishing area in southern Norway with a great diversity of species and amazing fish sizes. Therefore, your trips should be well-planned and considered. Please check the wind and wave height several times a day on Windguru and yr.no. Eidsfjorden (link click). Fishing in freshwater/in the surrounding lakes and streams: There are many beautiful fishing spots in the area – for trout, char, and sea trout. On the website Listerfriluft.no you will find an overview of the fishing lakes and sea trout spots. A permit is required for some freshwater lakes and is subject to a fee. Here you can find all the information about freshwater fishing spots in Southern Norway. (Click here) Weather forecast Siragrunnen (click) Weather forecast Abelnes near Flekkefjord After your booking, you will receive GPS coordinates from us for the best fishing spots in the region for cod, pollack, ling, tusk, saithe, and other fish species. Leisure - Tips, Activities - Attractions We recommend evening visits to the restaurants and pubs in Flekkefjord, such as the Grand Hotel or the Maritim Hotel, which offer excellent cuisine. Live music and dance events often take place on weekends, which are also accessible by boat during the day. These trips are prohibited after dark. In the shopping centers, you will find everything you need for a shopping spree. In the harbor of Flekkefjord, there is a boat fuel station called "Groennes Marina" for marine diesel and gasoline. There is also a general store and a new boat fuel station in Abelnes, on Andabeløy. Only card payments with Visa or Mastercard and PIN are accepted here. Within the town limits, additional petrol stations and ATMs are easy to find. The "white" town of Flekkefjord offers a diverse pedestrian zone with numerous shops, restaurants, pubs, dance bars, and other attractions. There are always events and performances, from open-air concerts to other happenings. The local diving club can organize diving trips for you by prior arrangement with the board. At the Flekkefjord harbor entrance, you'll find the historic Grönnes fortress and the only fjord beach with a diving platform. In summer, a boat trip to the popular swimming and barbecue island of Torsoy, located opposite Fjellsa, is highly recommended. If you have any questions about fishing, we will be happy to answer them. Under this link (click here) you will find a variety of activities in the Flekkefjord area, including Hollenderbyen (the Dutch town), rail biking on the legendary Flekkefjord railway, the Brufjell caves, the Blue Mountains caves, the Flekkefjord Museum, the Flekkefjord Diving Club, and Grønnes Beach. Here you will find everything about activities in the Flekkefjord area ( click ) . Further day trips in Southern Norway and more can be found here . Here you will find information about the island of Hidra ( click here ) . Day trips and tours to the natural wonders of Norway (click here). Day trip to Kjerag, the highest peak on the shores of the Lysefjord (click here) . Day trip to Preikestolen (click here).
Weather forecast Borhaug Listafjorden (click)
Tours to Hågåsen Fort Battery, Fedrenes Minne Museum, Kongshamn Brygge Restaurant.
Recommended travel route - ferries:
From Hirtshals (DK) to Kristiansand or Stavanger (N). We are happy to assist you in selecting the cheapest ferries ( Color Line or Fjord Line ) and can reliably book them for you upon request.
Flekkefjord is located halfway between Stavanger and Kristiansand.
The distance to these cities is approximately 125 kilometers (travel time approximately 2 hours). Long-distance buses run directly to Flekkefjord from Kristiansand or Stavanger. From Flekkefjord, there is another bus connection to near your holiday accommodation (the driver will stop upon request).
Directions
After leaving the ferry/customs, follow the signs to Stavanger/Flekkefjord (E 39).
There are automatic toll booths along the route. Please register your vehicle at autopass.no . If you choose to use the Autopass lanes without registering, you will receive an invoice for the tolls later. Leave the E39 at the Flekkefjord exit and continue straight through the roundabout towards the town center. Upon entering Flekkefjord, you will find two petrol stations immediately to your left on the main road. Behind them are several supermarkets (Coop, Spar, Rema 1000, KIWI), which are open until 9 or 10 pm on weekdays. In Flekkefjord, continue on Route 44 for approximately 5 km. At the sign for Abelnes/Hidra, turn onto Route 469 towards Kvellanstrand/Hidra. (Signpost) Continue driving until you reach the entrance to Abelsnes and turn left. Follow the road for approximately 100 meters and then turn left at the sign with house numbers onto the small path. Drive uphill along this narrow path. The owner will be waiting for you and, after showing you around the property, will drive you to the boat dock.
Additional costs for boats:
Included are the costs for boat rental, mooring and inventory, comprehensive insurance with up to 1000 euros excess depending on the boat type and insurance, and the necessary safety equipment and gear according to Norwegian law.
Exclusive and not included in the rental price: passenger insurance and accident protection, personal liability insurance, excess cover, consumables, fuels and lubricants.
Boat insurance - hull coverage:
Your boat is generally covered by comprehensive insurance. The deductible in case of damage is €1000. The type of coverage and the amount of the deductible may vary; please inquire with the boat owner upon taking possession of the boat and document this on the checklist. Personal belongings are not insured. The comprehensive insurance does not cover accidental damage suffered by persons traveling on the rental boat. The renter is liable for damage to and loss of the boat, unless the damage is covered by insurance. Damage also includes consequential damage. The owner/lessor may retain the security deposit until the damage is repaired. The deductible per claim is to be borne by the renter and may differ from the security deposit. The security deposit will be refunded immediately upon the boat's return in undamaged condition. Any damage not covered by the security deposit or insurance must be paid for by the renter immediately before departure. The renter is obligated to inform the owner/lessor immediately of any damage, collisions, other extraordinary incidents, or complaints.
Boat license:
Guests born before January 1, 1980, do not require a boating license for this class of motorboat in Norway. Younger individuals must hold a boating license for boats with more than 25 hp.
Binding rules of conduct - tenant's liability:
We expect the boat captain to abstain from alcohol on board. This is solely for your safety.
The renter is liable for any damage they cause themselves, as well as for any damage caused by other users of the boat. Use of the boat is at the renter's and all other users' own risk. The renter must inform their crew in a timely manner that they should obtain adequate insurance coverage against accidents before departure. Furthermore, the skipper must familiarize the crew with the boat's operation and the terms of the rental agreement and ensure that all passengers wear life jackets during trips.
If fish cleaning takes place on the boat or on a suitable filleting table at the dock, please dispose of the fish waste at sea, not in the harbor basin. Always cover fish waste (to protect against seagulls).
Territorial restrictions:
Trips are only permitted in the adjacent and suitable waters of the home port and in coastal areas.
A minimum distance of 100 meters must be maintained from fish farms or similar facilities. Failure to comply with maritime regulations may result in immediate termination of the lease by the landlord/owner. Any claims by the tenant will then be forfeited.
Handover - Return:
The rental period of the boat is generally tied to the rental period of the booked property.
Equipment and inventory will be handed over/accepted according to the checklist.
Location: Handover with driving instruction and return take place at the berth.
Handover: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM or by arrangement with the owner
Return: by 10:30 am on the last day of rental or by arrangement with the owner.
Any delays must be reported to the owner immediately by telephone.
Cleaning the boat:
The renter is responsible for thoroughly cleaning the boat upon departure. The renter must return the boat fully fueled and clean, in the same condition as when it was handed over by the owner.
