Havrebakken holiday cottage – Hovelsrud farm

Unique accommodation in this old farmhouse on Helgøya island with a beautiful view of Lake Mjøsa.

Stay the night in Havrebakken, å holiday cottage on Helgøya island.
This house which belongs to the farm Hovelsrud and is a timber house from 1864. The house was renovated and was completed in the summer of 2021.

The cottage Havrebakken lies undisturbed, has a beautiful view of Mjøsa, and is wonderfully situated at the entrance to the forest and a network of old, fine wlking paths that lead you all over Helgøya. There is a pleasant living room and kitchen on the first floor and 2 bedrooms on the second floor. With sleeping space for 6 people, it is perfect for families with children and groups of friends.

Get in touch for more information or to order:
- Telephone: 909 64 070
Booking through AirBNB

Facilities:
Beds: 6
House type: Small house on 2 floors
Basic items: Made beds, towels, soap, toilet paper
Minimum rental: two nights
Breakfast: Not included
Kitchen: Well-equipped kitchen, barbecue facilities
Wi-Fi: Yes
Heat: Yes

There is a lot to do on Helgøya. See www.midtimjosa.no for more information.

Feel free to combine your stay with a tour of Hovelsrud’s historic garden
The garden at Hovelsrud farm at Helgøya has been restored to its former 1840s glory. Among its accolades are the National Cultural Landscape Award for 2012 and the Europa Nostra Award for 2014. 

​​​​​A tour of this beautiful and spectacular garden complex is highly recommended. Stroll along gravel paths, between berry shrubs and fruit trees, and among pavilions and water features – with the glimmering Mjøsa as backdrop. You will also find a large, plentiful kitchen garden with historic plants and vegetables growing in beautiful rows and patterns. Berries and fruit from the garden are used for juices and jam sold in Hovelsrud’s farm shop and in selected delicatessen.