Vipp Lofoten, Norway
Vipp Lofoten, Norway
HEAD FOR THE TRUE NORTH IN VIPP´S NEW GUESTHOUSE ON THE ROCKS
Along Norway’s wild coast, the archipelago of Lofoten has a distinctive scenery of dramatic mountains and peaks, sheltered inlets, and untouched stretches of land. Against a backdrop of Northern Lights or endless summer nights, Vipp opens its latest bookable guesthouse perched on the rugged and remote seashore of Lofoten’s Stormolla island.
HEAD FOR THE TRUE NORTH IN VIPP´S NEW GUESTHOUSE ON THE ROCKS
Along Norway’s wild coast, the archipelago of Lofoten has a distinctive scenery of dramatic mountains and peaks, sheltered inlets, and untouched stretches of land. Against a backdrop of Northern Lights or endless summer nights, Vipp opens its latest bookable guesthouse perched on the rugged and remote seashore of Lofoten’s Stormolla island.
“Working in a place as breathtaking and ecologically sensitive as Lofoten presents a unique challenge: how can you add something meaningful without disturbing what already exists?”
KJETIL TRÆDAL THORSEN, FOUNDING PARTNER AND ARCHITECT, SNØHETTA
“Working in a place as breathtaking and ecologically sensitive as Lofoten presents a unique challenge: how can you add something meaningful without disturbing what already exists?”
KJETIL TRÆDAL THORSEN
FOUNDING PARTNER AND ARCHITECT, SNØHETTA
While the wooden cabin on the rocks emits a contemporary minimalism, the structure nods to the historic, local vernacular architecture seen in Lofoten. For centuries, Storemolla was home to skippers and their row boats. Traditional fishing villages along the shorelines of Lofoten are dotted with humble one-storey fishermen’s rorbuer cottages resting on poles in the water. Similarly, as a curious hybrid between a wooden cabin and a sea-front boathouse, the Vipp guesthouse is raised on legs above pointy rock formations fading into the emerald waters.
“We sought to dissolve the boundary between shelter and seascape — allowing nature to flow uninterrupted into the architecture. Our intention was to let the vastness of the landscape be the dominant experience. Conceived as singular, quiet objects in the landscape, each unit is a precise timber structure, designed with minimal expression and a strong directional focus toward the sea.”
DIEDERIK ADVOCAAT CLAUSEN, LOGG ARKITEKTER
“We sought to dissolve the boundary between shelter and seascape — allowing nature to flow uninterrupted into the architecture. Our intention was to let the vastness of the landscape be the dominant experience. Conceived as singular, quiet objects in the landscape, each unit is a precise timber structure, designed with minimal expression and a strong directional focus toward the sea.”
DIEDERIK ADVOCAAT CLAUSEN, LOGG ARKITEKTER
The True North Village Lofoten is the brainchild of Magne Furuholmen, Norwegian visual artist and world-renowned musician and composer from the band a-ha. Named after one of a-ha’s iconic songs tributed to Lofoten, the resort is conceived as a retreat aimed at responsible tourism where guests can experience the essence of the north.
Maritime heritage and modern convenience coincide with the arctic wilderness and offer a one-of-a-kind nature getaway with activities including whale watching, eagle safaris, diving, world-class fishing, ski touring, trekking, and climbing. It doesn’t get any more True North than this.
The entirety of True North Village Lofoten can accomodate up to 20 guests.
Vipp Swivel chair, Lofoten edition – The Norwegian visual artist, Magne Furuholmen, has developed a custom Vipp Swivel chair to decorate the guesthouse. In a new oxidized coating with a mat burnished finish, the chair is upholstered in Furuholmen’s textile with his signature word cloud in soft, natural colours. The chair is produced in a limited number, available at selected Vipp partners from November.
Vipp pedal bin, Lofoten edition – The Vipp pedal bin, is equally a canvas for Furuholmen’s play with letters. Decoding the graphics, the words Waste is Energy is deducted – a powerful reminder of the potential in waste sorting repeated artfully every time you step on the pedal. Available in a limited edition from November.
Come for the Northern Lights…
Come for the Northern Lights…
“Our palette of guesthouses explores different types of architectural typologies each creating a new doorway into our design universe. Our products stay the same, but the architecture and surroundings make it a completely new design experience. As a brand with Scandinavian roots, Lofoten stands out as one of the most breathtaking natural sceneries of the north.”
KASPER EGELUND, CEO AND 3rd GENERATION VIPP OWNER.
“Our palette of guesthouses explores different types of architectural typologies each creating a new doorway into our design universe. Our products stay the same, but the architecture and surroundings make it a completely new design experience. As a brand with Scandinavian roots, Lofoten stands out as one of the most breathtaking natural sceneries of the north.”
KASPER EGELUND,
CEO AND 3rd GENERATION VIPP OWNER.
Stay for the Vipp experience.
Stay for the Vipp experience.
Postcard from Lofoten
Postcard from Lofoten
Postcard from Lofoten
Information
Information
Check in and check out
Check-in from 15:00
Check-out at 11:00
Price
Price per night 12,500 DKK / 1,675 EUR (min. 2 nights)
Contact
We hope you will enjoy Vipp Lofoten, Norway and will feel at home. In case you need more information, please contact us
+45 45888800 or via stay@vipp.com
Address
Stormolla island, Lofoten, Norway
Layout of the space
The guesthouse presents two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a combined living area and kitchen.
Sleeping
Max 4 adults.
No pets allowed.
Cooking
Our guesthouse doesn’t have a restaurant or roomservice, but the Vipp kitchen is just waiting to be used. You can find all the tools you need to prepare a lovely meal in the kitchen drawers and cabinets.
Bathroom facilities
Walk-in shower, fresh towels, and hair and body care.
Heating
Floor-heating and fireplace
WiFi
free WiFi
Activities
Activities include whale watching, eagle safaris, diving, world-class fishing, ski touring, trekking, and climbing.
Close by
Transportation
Getting there
The fastest route is to fly directly from Oslo to Svolvær Airport (or via Bodø). From there, guests can take advantage of our private dock, located just 150 meters from the airport, where a private boat can be arranged for a short, 10-minute transfer to our island—weather permitting.
Alternatively, guests can fly into Evenes Airport and hire a car for the drive to Digermulen. From Digermulen, a 10-minute ferry ride will take you to the island of Store Molla. Continue by car for approximately 15–20 minutes to Brettesnes—our resort is located at the end of the road in Sponvika, surrounded by breathtaking Lofoten nature.
Parking
There are parking facilities at the guesthouse.
Terms and Conditions
A self-service concept
Vipp guesthouses are a self-service concept offering experiences and essentials. Our rooms are spread out at various locations, so we do not have a reception or a concierge. You won't find a 24-hour lobby, a gym, daily housekeeping, or fitness facilities. Instead, we offer tailored and curated design destinations out of the ordinary, filled with Vipp's take on design. A part of the experience of our destinations is to engage with the interior of our rooms. Every room is equipped with a kitchen just waiting to be used, so when you have done your grocery shopping, start cooking and enjoy.
Should you have questions or need assistance, a member of the Vipp team will be standby during your stay to assist you.
Reservations and cancellations
All bookings at the Vipp guesthouses are non-refundable. If you cannot make it for your booked reservation, we do offer the option of changing the date of your stay according to availability. A second cancellation cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
Methods of payment
Full pre-payment by credit card or bank transfer at the time of reservation. A valid credit card is required to confirm your booking.
Cancellation policy
All pre-paid bookings are non-refundable.
Vacating rooms
Rooms should be vacated in the same state and condition as they were at the time of check-in. Vipp obtains the right to demand a refund of any damaged or otherwise compromised interior.
Late check-out can be requested upon reservation and is subject to a late check-out fee of EUR 75,00. Vipp reserves the right to decline requests for late checkout.
Pets
No pets allowed.
Smoking
Vipp guesthouses are smoke-free property (including e-cigarettes), and all guest rooms and public areas are designated as such. A smoking fee of 2000 euro per day will be assessed if evidence of smoking is found in your room or on the premises.
Commercial photography
No commercial photography allowed at Vipp guesthouses.