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Kitchen
Nikka's newly restored kitchen is in the same place as hers, and the room has been given top-of-the-line surfaces and quality white goods. Here you can cook and cook all kinds of food, whether there are two or 12 divers visiting. Everything you need in terms of utensils, crockery, glasses and serving equipment can be found here.
A basic selection of dry goods is available, such as salt, sugar, wheat flour, baking powder, some spices, coffee and tea, as well as some ice cubes. If you can't or don't want to cook, all you have to do is let us know, and we can fix that steak, or the bacalao too, the way Nikka cooked it, of course. Or maybe you fancy Nikka's apple cake?
The kitchen is well equipped with machines of all kinds, and if we're missing something, we'll get it for you before you arrive.
The stoves
After dinner in the cozy "Spisestova", which accommodates 12, we suggest relaxation, a fire in the fireplace, and good drinks in the "Bestestova".
In the "TV living room" you can enjoy yourself in peace and quiet with a football match, a good film, or the kids can play TV or board games.
In the "Reading corner" on the 3rd floor by the balcony you can enjoy the view of the river and really find peace.
At "Nikkaoftet" on the 4th floor you will find a fun and educational exhibition in honor of Nikka and her work on the farm. The bedrooms are comfortable and invite you to take a nap when needed
Bathroom
The main bath in Nikkahuset is a sensual experience. Much of the old timber has been preserved, and the bathroom has top comfort.
Here you can relax after a good shower in the "Egg" chair by Arne Jacobsen, and enjoy the view of the river. Perhaps you will find inspiration in one of the nice books that are in the various zones of the house. Gardeier's love of good design and vintage furniture characterizes the entire house, from the choice of materials to the decor.
Jacuzzi & Sauna
Outdoor area
Nikkahuset is a 250-year-old cottage on Raten Gard. The cozy courtyard around the nikkahuset invites you to activities such as barbecuing, swimming and sunbathing.
In winter, we light a fire, grill sausages and play in the snow. Snow-sure Valldal put everything in place for a perfect summit trip to e.g. Alnestinden (1638 m above sea level). In the immediate vicinity you will find kilometers of light trails.
One of the world's best ski resorts can be found at Strandafjellet, which is located approx. one hour away from Nikkahuset.
For families with small children, you will find fun activities at the garden yard, such as trampoline, football goal and easily accessible forest paths along the river where you can explore perhaps Norway's most beautiful nature.