Welcome to Norway's unique lodge experience, where mountains meet the sea!
A unique place for adventurers and philosophers, families and friends with a "bed with a view".
Manshausen, a modest 14 hectares in size, is situated on the Grøtøyleia strait. On the other side of the water, just half a kilometre away, lies the village of Nordskot. Manshausen has a sheltered harbour and was once part of the old trading post of Grøtøya, whose history dates back to 1698.
The fishing is still excellent. Visitors also enjoy kayaking, diving, cycling, walks, summit hikes and rock climbing.
Every season offers something different. The picturesque Steigen is dotted with hundreds of islands and islets, white sandy beaches and spectacular mountains.
To the north-west lies the majestic Lofoten island chain, whose jagged peaks rise up like a rampart.
Enjoy a stay in the architecturally award-winning Sea Cabins. These are designed to make your Manshausen experience something very special.
Each cabin is designed for sophisticated simplicity while enhancing your intimate connection with the surrounding nature, sea and light.
The island offers tranquillity and a variety of activities. You choose your exact mix of relaxation and adventure: reading a good book in your Sea Cabin, kayaking or fishing in the nearby waters, bird watching, a glacier walk on the mainland, hiking or climbing, or immersing yourself in the cultural heritage of the region.
Room
There are 14 buildings on Manshausen. Seven of them are the Sea Cabins. Each cabin has its own unobstructed view through large, floor-to-ceiling windows, enhancing your scenic experience. But there are no televisions. Minimalism that strives for efficiency and perfection. Everything must be as utilitarian and multifunctional as possible; drawers become benches, shelves become tables. Comfort is important, the superfluous is left out. There is a private bathroom with WC in every cabin.
Your Sea Cabin is your refuge for a break from everyday life. The huge panoramic windows give you a great connection with the surrounding landscape. Comfortable chairs, beds with warm duvets, the sound of the wind and the waves right under your feet.
There is also the main house (Hovedhuset), with the restaurant and library. Other facilities on the island include a whirlpool and sauna, living quarters for the Manshausen host couple and a service building.
Gastronomy
The ingredients used are as far as possible from the region. The menu varies and offers high quality in every dish. All meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner - are served in the restaurant in the main building. You are welcome here at any time, whether for coffee and a chat, or for a festive dinner, and perhaps a drink in the library before or after. Mingle with the guests, sit at the long Manshausen table or enjoy the intimacy of a table for two.
Wellness & Activities
The specially designed sauna mirrors that of the Sea Cabin. Like your cabin, it has a large window that makes you feel at one with the surrounding landscape. If you want to cool off, simply dip into the seawater pond. At night and in the winter darkness, underwater lights are switched on to create a magical atmosphere! There are also changing rooms, outdoor showers and a hot tub in the immediate vicinity.
Of course, the undisturbed sky beckons for aurora viewing from October to March. Nature is the treasure here and provides the stage for a variety of outdoor activities: kayaking, hiking, cultural immersion, boat tours, sea eagle watching, cave tours, the Nordskot Traverse and much more.