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NO364752

Drammen, Norway

Kari and Terje travel alone, perhaps children will come to visit.

Kari and Terje travel alone, perhaps children will come to visit.

Open livingroom, no TV - just what is important.

Open livingroom, no TV - just what is important.

The kitchen is well equipped, right inside outdoors dining space .

The kitchen is well equipped, right inside outdoors dining space .

Stairs to the second floor.

Stairs to the second floor.

2nd floor, office, 3 bedrooms, 5 beds.

2nd floor, office, 3 bedrooms, 5 beds.

Main bedrom second floor.

Main bedrom second floor.

Terje's office, internet and extra bed.

Terje's office, internet and extra bed.

Second bedroom on the 2nd floor.

Second bedroom on the 2nd floor.

Third bedroom on the 2nd floor.

Third bedroom on the 2nd floor.

Bathroom on the 2nd floor.

Bathroom on the 2nd floor.

Toilet on the first floor.

Toilet on the first floor.

TV lounge, movies, cable television.

TV lounge, movies, cable television.

Dining space outdoors for 10 people.

Dining space outdoors for 10 people.

Large veranda, sofa and dining area. Sun early morning.

Large veranda, sofa and dining area. Sun early morning.

Terrace in front of the house with afternoon sun.

Terrace in front of the house with afternoon sun.

Christmas with grandchildren. Kari likes it very much!

Christmas with grandchildren. Kari likes it very much!

Daughter, Kristin, lives nearby and will answer all questions.

Daughter, Kristin, lives nearby and will answer all questions.

Borrow our electric car, cheap charging in own garage!

Borrow our electric car, cheap charging in own garage!

An hour's drive, The Royal Blaafarveværk, an industrial adventure!

An hour's drive, The Royal Blaafarveværk, an industrial adventure!

We live at Konnerud, 10 min. from city center.

We live at Konnerud, 10 min. from city center.

Neighborhood seen from the 2nd floor.

Neighborhood seen from the 2nd floor.

Kids can sled right outside our door.

Kids can sled right outside our door.

10 min. Stordammen, in July over 20 C. in water.

10 min. Stordammen, in July over 20 C. in water.

Drammen has received awards for urban development.

Drammen has received awards for urban development.

Drammensbadet in summer!

Drammensbadet in summer!

Beatiful theater in Drammen.

Beatiful theater in Drammen.

Idyllic sea fronts close to the square.

Idyllic sea fronts close to the square.

Golfclub, 10 min. by car from our house.

Golfclub, 10 min. by car from our house.

Festivals all year round in Drammen.

Festivals all year round in Drammen.

World Cup Ski Sprint in the city center every year.

World Cup Ski Sprint in the city center every year.

In Drammenselva you can go salmon fishing.

In Drammenselva you can go salmon fishing.

Oslo on National Day, 17 May!

Oslo on National Day, 17 May!

Lot of festivals in the summer Kongsberg jazzfestival, 30 minutes away.

Lot of festivals in the summer Kongsberg jazzfestival, 30 minutes away.

Children, grandchildren and children-in-law like to be together.

Children, grandchildren and children-in-law like to be together.

Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock), Norway's most famous mountain hike.

Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock), Norway's most famous mountain hike.

Terje, Kristin & Anders, involved in volleyball. Project manager in hometown.

Terje, Kristin & Anders, involved in volleyball. Project manager in hometown.

We like to follow tourist routes!

We like to follow tourist routes!

We love the mountains with fine cultural experiences.

We love the mountains with fine cultural experiences.

Beach 15 minutes drive from our house.

Beach 15 minutes drive from our house.

Geirangerfjord, voted the world's best destination.

Geirangerfjord, voted the world's best destination.

Visit Munch museum & Opera House in Oslo

Visit Munch museum & Opera House in Oslo

Visit The Vigeland Park In Oslo.

Visit The Vigeland Park In Oslo.

A drive in Norway can be spectacular.

A drive in Norway can be spectacular.

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Nice apartment, four bedrooms & two terraces. Very flexible on swapping! Easy living, discover Norway. Train, 30 min. to Oslo, 1 hour from airport! https://www.visitoslo.com/en/

We reside in a charming semi-detached house spanning 150 square feet, spread across three levels, nestled in a serene neighborhood just three kilometers from the city center. It's a haven for children to play right outside our doorstep. The bus stop is right outside our house, which runs once an hour. Within 20 minutes you are in the center of the city and the train station. Take the train to Oslo and experience the new Munch Museum, the new National Gallery, the Norwegian Opera or the wonderful Vigeland park.

Our home boasts three bedrooms, an additional office with a bed, two bathrooms, and two cozy living rooms. As an eco-conscious family, we own a Kia Soul electric car and provide two bicycles for your convenience.

We are very flexible with regard to the length of time and periods.

Our city, Drammen, is nothing short of exceptional by Norwegian standards. Situated 40 kilometers west of Oslo, it's a mere 40-minute car or train ride away. With nearly 110,000 residents, Drammen ranks as the 6th largest city in Norway. The city is divided by the picturesque river, "Drammenselva," and in recent years, it has undergone a transformation with the creation of attractive park areas along the riverbanks, complete with charming beaches and idyllic waterfront spots. Surprisingly, you can sunbathe and swim just 100 meters from the city center.

Drammen received a prestigious European award in 2008. Moreover, Drammen serves as the ideal base for exploring the capital, experiencing Norway's natural beauty, including its fjords and magnificent mountains.

Within a 30–45-minute drive, you'll discover pristine beaches and tranquil rock formations perfect for swimming and sunbathing. A mere 10 minutes from our residence, there is a public waterpark offering delightful entertainment for children. For those inclined towards salmon fishing, the "Drammenselva" is renowned as one of the best rivers in the country. Notably, two of Norway's top-notch amusement parks are easily reachable within a two-hour drive.

You can find more information on respective internet sites.

https://www.visitnorway.com/

https://www.facebook.com/terje.brunpedersen/

Terjes homepage: https://www.terjebrun.no/

 

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Our Family

  • 2 Adults
  • 0 Children
  • 6 Exchanges made

Occupation

  • Terje: Teacher & organizer/agent. Kari: Retired intensiv nurse.

Our Home

  • House Type: Flat
  • Floor: 3
  • Environment: In the city
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Sleeping Capacity: 5
  • Living Area: 150 m2
  • Total Area: 190 m2

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In my house

  • Pets - Allowed
  • Small children - Allowed

Exchange Types

  • Long-term exchange wanted
  • Home exchange

Indoor

  • Free internet access
  • Computer available
  • Hot tub or jacuzzi
  • Air conditioning
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Baby equipment
  • Toys and games
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Clothes dryer
  • Television

Outdoor

  • Terrace or deck
  • Balcony
  • Park / playground
  • BBQ
  • Garage / private parking
  • Bicycles: 2

Facilities

  • Non-smoking house
  • Use/Exchange of car
  • Seclusion/Privacy

Our Destination Wish List

  • Open to any destination

Spoken Languages

  • English

Our Neighbourhood

Nearest Airport: Oslo airport, Gardemoen - 95 km

 Konnerud is a town in Drammen municipality in Buskerud county which has just over 10 thousand inhabitants.

It is located just above the city center and has beautiful natural areas with several small lakes that are suitable for swimming in June, July and August.

It is also well organized for hikers in the forest with marked trails.

Konnerud has some of the country's best cross-country skiers and every year organizes the World Cup ski sprint in the center of the town. It is a winter cross country skiing eldorado.

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Occupation

  • Terje: Teacher & organizer/agent. Kari: Retired intensiv nurse.

Children

  • We do not have children.

Pets

  • We do not have pets.

About Our Family

Kari, 66 years old, was an intensive care nurse who worked at the state hospital in town, she is now retired. Terje, 65 years old, who is a former teacher, works in his own company as a journalist, examiner and event producer/booking agent. We have been married for 40 years, and we have three grown children and four lovely grandchildren.

Our eldest son, Jorgen, is a teacher in elementary school, lives near Trondheim with his wife Solveig, who is a graduate in psychology. They have two young girls. In addition we have a son of 33 years with a bachelor's degree in History and English - who works as a librarian. Kristin, our youngest daughter at 32, following in her mother's footsteps - soon to be a healthcare nurse. She has two children.

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Lifestyle

In addition to traveling, we enjoy cycling and walking in the wonderful national parks in Norway and in the surrounding area. We are also fond of cultural experiences and concerts and festivals. As a family, we have also arranged many such things ourselves. The extended family is most important in everything we do. 

https://www.fjordnorway.com/en

https://www.nasjonaleturistveger.no/en/ (Norwegian Scenic Routes)

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