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Wood-fired sauna at Follsjø

Type:Sauna

Follsjøvegen 1250, 3680, Notodden

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lake Follsjø by Bolkesjø Gård
  • lake Follsjø by Bolkesjø Gård
  • Wood-fired sauna at Follsjø
  • 2 men are sitting in the sauna at Bolkesjø Gård
  • children bathing at Bolkesjø Farm
  • cabins at Bolkesjø Farm

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By the beautiful lake Follsjø, Bolkesjø Gaard has turned the old pig house into a sauna.

The sauna is located on the homestead Jonrud, 100 meters from the water's edge. Maximum space for 7 people. A new bathroom and a toilet are available in the barn. When booking, enter the code for the key box, which gives you access to all facilities. the code changes regularly.

Guests must heat the sauna themselves, firewood is available on site. In summer, the sauna is good and warm after 45 minutes.

Sauna rules:
• Shower or bath before use
• Everyone sit on the towel they brought
• Unfortunately, food is not allowed
• Leave the sauna as you found it, wipe the floor and fill up the wood basket. The same applies to the use of bathrooms and toilets
• All use and bathing is at your own risk

Towels, bathrobe and slippers can be rented at an additional cost.

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      4.9 of 5 stars
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      5 of 5 stars
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    Recent Reviews:

    • HansenNorway
      Skien
      Outstanding
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 21st July 2026
      Perfect lodging at a very cute old farm. Anne and her family provided amazing service. Recommend!! Read full review
    • Carole S
      Such a gem Location!
      5 of 5 stars
      Friday, 24th July 2026
      A little Taste of Paradies Full of history in the country side! The House is Even, the silence.. the view.. and Anne is very friendly! We particularly fancied taking our morning coffee outside while... Read full review
    • Agnes G
      Beautiful cabins by the lake
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 29th July 2026
      We spent one night on 26 July in the beautiful cabin by the lake, and whish would have stayed more. The place is charming, authentic, well equipped. We could enjoy the sauna and swim in the lake. A... Read full review

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    Contact

    Tel: 97 74 60 95

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