Stunning one-acre private island on the Norwegian coast hits the market for £1.7million


A stunning private island on the Norwegian coast has hit the market for £1.7million.

The island, called Tjaereholmen, is set on 1.1 acres of land and is covered in lush green trees.

And potential buyers don’t just get the land for the asking price but also a stunning four-bedroom property, too, which can sleep up to 15 people.

A stunning private island called Tjaereholmen, pictured, is up for sale and has gone on the market for £1.7million 

Included in the asking price is this amazing four-bedroom property on the island that is decked out in wood panelling

Included in the asking price is this amazing four-bedroom property on the island that is decked out in wood panelling 

The huge home has enormous windows so guests staying at the house can gaze at the incredible views

The huge home has enormous windows so guests staying at the house can gaze at the incredible views 

Peace and quiet comes as standard with the property, which is extremely photogenic

Peace and quiet comes as standard with the property, which is extremely photogenic 

The island is located on a rugged stretch of coastline, south west of Oslo

The island is located on a rugged stretch of coastline, south west of Oslo

The home has an amazing wood-panelled interior along with a spacious open plan living room and kitchen, while large windows offer picturesque views across the landscape. 

The island, which is being sold by broker Erik Steen with Aktiv Eiendomsmegling Asker og Bærum in Norway and listed on Jamesedition.com and the Vladi Private Islands websites, is just a short distance by boat to the nearest towns of Lyngør, Risør and Arendal, which all have multiple shops and very good restaurants.

Erik Steen says: ‘The building is thoughtfully planned by the architect to exploit the full use of the sunlight that flows into the rooms from the first ray in the morning until the last ray of the evening, and also to blend in to the landscape almost without being visible from the sea.

‘The layout is also well planned, with a large reception area (hall) leading up a few steps to an incredible living room with fantastic views.

Broker Erik Steen says: 'The building is thoughtfully planned by the architect to exploit the full use of the sunlight that flows into the rooms from the first ray in the morning until the last ray of the evening'

Broker Erik Steen says: ‘The building is thoughtfully planned by the architect to exploit the full use of the sunlight that flows into the rooms from the first ray in the morning until the last ray of the evening’ 

Wonderful views are guaranteed, no matter which part of the house you're in

Wonderful views are guaranteed, no matter which part of the house you’re in 

Steen states that the four bedroom house 'comfortably sleeps 11 persons, and the full capacity is approximately 15 people'

Steen states that the four bedroom house ‘comfortably sleeps 11 persons, and the full capacity is approximately 15 people’

‘The terraces and gardens are easily accessible from two sides of the living room, through large sliding doors.

‘There is also a great dining area with beautiful views to the sea and pier, next to the kitchen area.

‘There are a total of four bedrooms, a loft, bathroom, toilet and storage. The house comfortably sleeps 11 persons, and the full capacity is approximately 15 people.’

Outcrop to die for: The island measures 1.1 acres and is covered by lush green trees

Outcrop to die for: The island measures 1.1 acres and is covered by lush green trees 

The asking price comes with the use of a pier so guests staying at the house can travel between the island and the mainland with ease

The asking price comes with the use of a pier so guests staying at the house can travel between the island and the mainland with ease

According to Steen, the distance from the mainland harbour to the island is about five minutes by boat

According to Steen, the distance from the mainland harbour to the island is about five minutes by boat

The listing also details the various activities on offer close to the island and how it is easily accessible from the airport.

Steen adds: ‘The surrounding areas in and around the fjords have a very rich activity range, including golf courses, riding centres, bike parks, tennis courts, ball games and water sports centres.

‘The distance from the mainland harbour to the island is about five minutes by boat.

‘The lovely city of Tvedestrand is reachable within 15 minutes by car from the mainland harbour, and the harbour is a mere 80-minute drive from Kristiansand International Airport.

‘There is a right to park one car and a berth for one boat on the mainland.’

Broker Erik Steen says: 'The surrounding areas in and around the fjords have a very rich activity range, including golf courses, riding centres, bike parks, tennis courts, ball games and water sports centres'

Broker Erik Steen says: ‘The surrounding areas in and around the fjords have a very rich activity range, including golf courses, riding centres, bike parks, tennis courts, ball games and water sports centres’

The nearest towns to the island are Lyngør, Risør and Arendal, which all have multiple shops and very good restaurants

The nearest towns to the island are Lyngør, Risør and Arendal, which all have multiple shops and very good restaurants