Hesla Farm

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.4

Property highlights

About this property

Hesla Farm Pensjonat is situated just 300 metres from the centre of Gol. Golsfjellet ski centre is 20 km away while Hemdal ski centre is 25 km away. Free private parking is available on site. Hesla Farm Pensjonat is only 5 minutes away from many hiking trails, ski trails and slalom slopes. The nearby Golsfjellet is a culturally rich country landscape with the possibility for many activities all year round. Hesla Farm Pensjonat offers accommodation in beautiful farm buildings from several different timeperiodes where the oldest is almost 400 years old. The accommodation is equipped with a satellite flat-screen TV. Some units feature a dining area and/or terrace. All units include a kitchen equipped with an oven and fridge. Hesla Farm Pensjonat also includes a terrace. The property also offers packed lunches, free WiFi and a free shuttle service. The property has a ski pass sales point and ski equipment hire is available. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as fishing, skiing and hiking.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
3 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
2 double beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Stephen
Australia Australia
“A most amazing place to stay. Our farm cottage was about 400 years old, but nicely renovated without removing it's character. Breakfast was great”
Georgina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Characterful accommodation with everything we needed.Super friendly hosts and amazing breakfast.”
Jill
Australia Australia
“Loved the Breakfast. Hesla Farm was an incredible experience for us all. Would most definitely visit again.”
Kate
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It is a unique experience, expect a warm welcome. These are the nicest owners I’ve met travelling, they were so kind to me and my son. Absolutely charming place.”
Wei
Singapore Singapore
“This property was very close to the town of Gol and it was a very convenient ride to get up to the farm via Google maps. The room spacious because we got our on little house with a dining area, living area, kitchen and bedroom, and a cot was...”
Sheila
Australia Australia
“Accommodation was a beautiful old hut in a country setting. Quaint and cosy. Staff were very friendly and would do anything to help. We were given a welcome snack and breakfast was great. We were driven down to the train station at the end of our...”
Fanny
Norway Norway
“A perfect stay at this quaint farm with charming historical buildings. The breakfast, homemade with fresh produce from the farm, was outstanding, and the hostess, Ligia, was wonderful.”
Sheila
Norway Norway
“Beautiful location, very welcoming and helpful staff, so charming and quaint rooms”
Anne
Norway Norway
“Staying at Hesla Farm was like traveling several hundred years back in time, only we were lucky enough to have a slightly more modern kitchen, heating system and bathroom! Fresh warm bread, jam, fruit and newly hatched eggs were served every...”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We were picked up from the bus station and taken to the railway station the next day. Despite the confusion caused by booking.com property description the lady owner put my daughter and I in a fantastic lodge with two double beds, a kitchen and...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Ligia & Knut Hesla

Company review score: 9.4Based on 313 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Knut and Ligia Hesla welcome you a unique and wonderful place, where you can live and experience a typical and traditional place of Norwegian culture. Here you can find a beautiful Viking-style estate, so you can live with your family and feel a country life time. We are at a strategic point between the two main cities of the country, which are Oslo and Bergen.

Property information

Hesla Farm is the oldest farm in Gol. It is more than 1000 years and it`s belonged to the Hesla family for 700 years. The 7 houses have been renovated since 2016 and 2019, with materials that conserve the architectural and historical heritage of the houses in Hallingdal. By doing tourisme we have the oportunity to share part of the norwegian culture and at the same time maintain the constructions, traditions and it`s authentic. The farm lies 5 minutes walking from the city center, where you can find restaurants, hotels, grocery stores, public transport and is 2KM from the railway station.

Neighbourhood information

The farm is close to many trails, such as Møllebakken (which starts from the center of Gol to the ski center and chuch, with beautiful views) and the trails in Tuppeskogen. Not far from the church is also the Folkemuseum; meeting of old houses. Gol is approximately 30 minutes drive from Hemsedal, Golsfjellet and Geilo, where conditions are ideal for cross-country skiing and for the strongest ski excursions in winter. It is also the perfect place for fishing, cycling, bird hunting on own land and mountain walks during the summer.

Languages spoken

German,English,Spanish,French,Italian,Norwegian

Property surroundings

House rules

Hesla Farm takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 9 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
NOK 180 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NOK 180 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Continental breakfast can be served upon agreement with the property. Additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hesla Farm in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.