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Holiday home 'Koksbua', in Borhaug Borshavn near Farsund, Listaland, southern Norway - Vestagder, functional furnishings, up to 6 people possible, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with WC, small terrace, boat mooring, filleting area, WLAN Internet. Non-smoking, 70 m² living space etc., no pets
Boat: Included is a seaworthy 25 ft. diesel cutter Elwaro 785 with cabin, an 80 hp diesel engine, good chart plotter and depth sounder.
Holiday home 'Koksbua', in Borhaug Borshavn near Farsund, Listaland, Southern Norway - Vestagder, functional furnishings, up to 6 people possible, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with WC, small terrace, boat mooring, filleting area, WLAN Internet. Non-smoking, 70 m² living space etc., no pets
Boat: Included is a seaworthy 25 ft. diesel cutter Elwaro 785 with cabin, an 80 hp diesel engine, good chart plotter and depth sounder.
The boat is moored in its own box at the new boat bridge in the harbor in front of the house. This cabin cutter is sensibly equipped for regional offshore fishing. The boat has a lockable cabin. Outboard the boat is equipped with a chart plotter-echo sounder combination.
Other features: 2-3 x boat seating for fishing outside, rod holder, max speed 9-11 knots. With its storage cabin and spacious open deck, the boat is ideal for 4-5 anglers who value comfortable fishing. The boat has its own berth directly in the harbor in front of the house. Life jackets / aids are available in almost all sizes. Tax-exempt diesel fuel can be purchased at the Lista airfield at the 24-hour automatic filling station. (only with EC or credit card and PIN)
Important: The owner Arian will give you a detailed briefing on the boat technology and practical driving exercises on site.
Extra boats that can be ordered to the house - more are available:
A 23 foot Tromöy cutter with 25 hp diesel engine, front cabin, chart plotter, echo sounder, rod holder, suitable for 4-5 anglers can be ordered for 490 euros per week.
General information about the property:
The vacation home 'Koksbua' is located only approx. 30 meters from the Borhaug small boat harbour (Borshavn). We have other great properties on offer nearby. In the old days, coke was bunkered here, which was called 'Koksbua' (shed) in Norwegian. The vacation home with its equipment and the included boat offers everything that makes a well-equipped vacation spot. With a kitchenette, 3 bedrooms, spacious shower room with WC and an additional small shower room with WC on the upper floor, the property overlooks the harbor. It is suitable for a family or a small group for whom fishing in the best fishing areas and the inclusive boat are paramount. The Borhaug vacation site is also ideal for a larger group if one of the neighboring properties, also with a 23-28 ft. cutter, is rented in addition. Your parking space is right next to the house. Between the house and the harbor is a parking area for motorhomes. A well-stocked supermarket with friendly staff is just 100 meters away (bakery, groceries, fishing equipment, etc.). You can pick up boat fuel (tax-free) at the Lista airfield in canisters provided. At some properties, the owner refills the fuel and bills you to the penny on departure. We ourselves have spent our vacation in Borhaug several times and at all times of the year and have had great success fishing on the offshore coast and on the plateaus (Lista plateau, soccer field, Jölle, Rauna).
Inside ground floor:
1 open, open living area with TV (German channels), internet connection (W-Lan), radio/DVD, stereo system, large panoramic windows with view towards the harbor, open kitchen with complete equipment: electric ceramic hob, oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee machine, dishwasher, large freezer, central heating, central vacuum system, air conditioning.
1 spacious bathroom with shower, WC, washbasin and washing machine
1st floor:
1 x bathroom, with shower and WC,
2 bedrooms in the attic, each with 4 single beds (can also be set up as a double bed),
1 bedroom with larger underbuild bed and overbuild bed.
Outside:
There is a 2nd jetty at the harbor, where there is another fish cleaning area.
Terrace with garden furniture and charcoal grill in front of the house. The red extension to the left of the house does not belong to the property.
Additional costs:
Important: In order to absorb the drastically increasing energy costs, we have to charge an additional 7 euros per night.
Charging of hybrid or e-cars via the house electricity is not permitted and is only allowed at the approved charging stations.
Included: The costs for the inclusive boat (excluding fuel), accommodation, WLAN Internet, electricity for normal household management and water are thus included in the price.
Excluded and not included in the rental price: Insurance for accident cover, personal liability insurance.
Final cleaning - bed linen and towel sets
Some guests prefer to leave Norway at night or very early in the morning. Since the owner cannot organize the check-out at night, the final cleaning (costs 120 euros) must be ordered in advance or paid directly on site. Please make sure that the comforter covers and fitted sheets are the right size. Towels must also be brought along or can be ordered in a linen set with the comforter covers for €20 per set. For reasons of hygiene, we would like to point out that sleeping bags should not be used under any circumstances!
Check-in and changeover day:
Preferably Saturdays, other days by arrangement.
Arrival: 15.00 h -20.00 h - Departure: until 11.00 h
Deposit:
The rental deposit is 350 euros, this is to be paid directly on site when moving in and will be refunded to the tenant when the rental property is returned free of defects when moving out.
House-specific information - Pets:
Pets are not permitted in this property. All houses and apartments are non-smoking properties.
Children are welcome, a baby travel crib is available free of charge if required. Fish cleaning is to be done on the boat (good equipment on the boat) or at the filleting place in the harbor, or on a corresponding filleting table at the house. Gutting and scaling the fish in the house is not permitted. Fish waste must be disposed of at sea and not in the harbor basin.
Fishing in the sea and fjords
From Borhaug via Farsund to Sigersvoll / Eidsfjorden
We are fishing specialists in Borhaug and the surrounding area. Here you will also find the best and most impressive fishing videos of our fishing friends Achim and Claus from the region Bjoernevag, Farsund and Borhaug of the last 10 years.
Here you can find the fishing videos of "The Achim Videos" 2014 - 2023 (Link) on YouTube
For the best fishing spots in the offshore waters (Plateau 'Jölle' in Listafjorden, known as the soccer pitch, and Plateau 'Rauna' near the shipwrecks between Farsund and Borhaug) you will receive a sketch from us after booking. Excellent cod, pollack, coalfish and ling, lump as well as smaller halibut of 10-20 kg and lots of mackerel are regularly brought in from the offshore banks and plateaus. Even large halibut in the 80-kilo class have been caught.
The fishing spots are littered with wrecks that sank before the lighthouse was built at the turn of the century. An insider tip is a wreck near Lista Fyr at a depth of 67 meters, where handsome ling, sometimes also large cod and good pollack cavort. At and around the 'Pollackberg' in the Listafjorden at a depth of 70 meters with its occurrence, strong sea fish, especially pollack, are regularly hooked, as our pictures prove. Ling, pollack and good cod can also be found directly south of the lighthouse, from 45 to 80 meters water depth, at the break-off noses.
But: Keep your boats away from the shore of the lighthouse. There are huge rocks under the surface of the water in front of the shore, and a wave or strong swell would smash your boat on the underwater obstacles.
The Rauna Plateau further to the east, with its sandy trenches and elevations at a depth of 117 m, is also known for its exceptional and very large cod, coalfish and lingfish. The trenches around the plateau are very deep and have yielded huge lingcod and beautiful halibut.
The beaches and piers near Borhaugs offer good opportunities for surf fishing for sea trout, turbot and other flatfish species, especially in spring and early summer. Good specimens are regularly caught on the shallow beaches near the trotting track, Osthasselstrand, Nordhasselstrand and Bausje.
In the outer harbor of Borhaug, from the pier next to the harbor entrance to the sea, there are always plenty of flounder and plaice caught from the shore. This is a good alternative when the north-westerly wind is blowing and you can't go out.
It should be particularly emphasized that the owners in this area take exemplary care of their guests. Don't worry, even on the large boats you will receive detailed instruction and driving practice until you are really confident in handling the watercraft.
Please bear in mind that you are fishing here on the open sea, in one of the best fishing areas in southern Norway with a great variety of species and amazing fish sizes. Your trips out to sea should always be well planned and considered. Check the online weather app yr.no several times a day for wind and wave height and don't risk your life for a fish. Your children will be happy when you return home safe and sound.
Weather forecastBorhaug Listafjorden (click)
Weather forecast Rauna near Farsund (click)
Weather forecastList Fyr Lighthouse (click)
Weather forecast Eidsfjorden at Varnes (click
Weather forecastKatland before Farsund
Fishing in the Eidsfjord near Varnes
The fishing area is located directly in front of the Eidsfjord with its two small skerries in the middle of the fjord, with very good spots for pollack, cod and coalfish. The sandy bottom promises good catches of cod, ling and flatfish. Fishing in the fjord is possible every day. We have often fished in the Eidsfjorden, including at the fjord entrances to the green cliffs with their steep, step-like drop-offs and great depths, in the Stolsfjorden opposite or in the direction of Cape Varnes with its famous pollack spots. There, at Cape Varnes, please fish at a safe distance from the steep banks. The pollack are abundant there among the underwater plants at shallow depths. Do not enter the small bays and harbors, beware of shallows.
In Eidsfjorden itself there are always cod, coalfish, pollack, ling, mackerel in summer, and occasionally salmon and sea trout when trolling. Flounder and plaice like to be found on sandy bottoms. This alternative is ideal in north-westerly winds when you can't go out. In easterly winds, trips are almost always possible. Please bear in mind that you are fishing here in the fjord just before the open sea, probably the best fishing area in southern Norway with a great variety of species and amazing fish sizes. Therefore, your trips should be well planned and considered.
Please check the wind and wave height several times a day on Windguru and yr.no Eidsfjorden (click link)Hobby anglers get their money's worth at Eisdfjorden. Lots of pollack, coalfish and cod in impressive sizes, plenty of mackerel and other sea fish are on the fishing plan. Fancy some crabs? The manager knows where you can catch them by hand. The Eidsfjorden is known for its good water quality and abundance of fish. Follow the advice of the experienced owners and locals and never go out to sea in unsafe weather.
GPS coordinates for the best fishing spots for cod, pollack, ling, lump, coalfish, etc. are provided when you book. On board, you will receive a detailed briefing and driving school until you are really familiar with the boat.
Fishing and equipment tips can be found on our homepage under the Norway tab.
Fishing in fresh water / in the lakes and streams in the area:
There are many beautiful fishing spots in the area - for trout, char and sea trout. On the page Listerfriluft.no you will find an overview of fishing lakes and sea trout spots. Some freshwater lakes require a permit for which a fee is charged.Here you can find all the information about freshwater fishing spots in southern Norway. (click here)
Activities: Things to do, tips and links for Lista - Farsund
New: "List Surfing" (click)
Lista Surfing embodies sporty and challenging activities in Borhaug and Farsund, which are offered by the experienced innovation team Per Christian (speaks German) and colleagues. Whether accompanied or self-organized tours by sea kayak, courses to learn stand-up paddling (SUP), windsurfing, kitesurfing or yoga courses on the beach. If you like, we can arrange the contact or you can get in touch with the team 'Lista Surfing' (click). Christian speaks German, English and Norwegian. If you have any questions, please contact us or visit the website.
Lista offers beautiful, long beaches with shallow water. All you need to bring is a towel and a picnic basket to enjoy a beautiful day in the sun and calm sea. If you fancy a longer tour, you can pack your rucksack with some water and a snack and walk along the beaches of Farsund.
For more information, follow the link (click).
In Borhaug there is a Joker supermarket with a solid selection of almost everything you need to live. The local baker delivers fresh pastries there every morning, and why not buy some fresh Norwegian baked goods for breakfast?
It's best to do your shopping locally. Where? In Vanse, of course. The Coop, Rema 1000 and the chic KIWI compete there with great offers and local goods and groceries.
Farsund: (15 minutes from Borhaug by car) is quickly accessible by car, bike or bus, a cozy town where you can go for a walk, eat ice cream or store in one of the many stores.
Vanse: Several stores with a wide selection, and here you will find 'Trunken', an American store that you must visit!
More information: (click)
Lyngdal Commercespark or Lyngdal City: Here you will find everything your heart desires.
Try the restaurants in Farsund, or the small Asian vending carts with Thai food in Vanse. You'll have to find out for yourself whether the new fish restaurant at the harbor in Farsund has the best fish and chips in the country. We love them. At Fjordhotell or Rederiethotell, you must order in advance for the popular Motto Buffets.
Lista has great, long hiking areas and it's also wonderful for cycling. A visit to Lista Lighthouse is a must, and it's a nice walk from there towards Varnes, in the old, original Norway. Lista Fyr regularly hosts various art exhibitions. Take a look at the Lista Gallery for an overview of the exhibitions. More information: (click)
Norberg Fortress is well worth a visit. Here you can play hide and seek with children and adults in old war trenches and visit the site. There is also a great visitor center. Be sure to stop by for a cup of coffee. More information: (click)
The Lista adrenaline park with Norway's largest indoor facility for active sports / scat / trumpet is located in the immediate vicinity. Here you have escape rooms, go-card and other activities. Further information: (click)
The Kristiansand Animal Park and Amusement Park are both just under 2 hours away by car. (Click here)
The water park in Lyngdal is only about 30 minutes away by car.
Finally, what can we say about the beautiful Lista region?
It is fascinating to see how the sea changes with the wind, sun and weather and how the play of light transforms the landscape. The Norwegians call it the miniature version of Norway, because all the country's typical cultural and natural elements come together here. Many believe that the Lista region will soon overtake the Lofoten Islands. This is because Norwegians love extreme challenges when it comes to hiking and sporting activities and, in winter, extreme weather with snow and violent storms that are a real spectacle of nature. This is what the Lista region has to offer.
Riding opportunities, an alpaca farm, soccer and volleyball pitches, probably the best outdoor skating track, a large go-kart track on the Lista Fly Plass, a fitness studio with solarium - Borhaug offers its guests all of this to pass the time. A visit to the Lista lighthouse and the rustic stone fields is an absolute must.
In windy or bad fishing weather, head to the coast at Jölle and Snekkestö. If you walk along the shores after a storm, you will find many ancient and maritime objects that the sea has washed up from great depths. Develop a passion for collecting and turn your finds into great eye-catchers for your home. Visit the hidden mountain lakes in the hinterland and spend a lovely day swimming there in summer. Even in Norway, the water can be up to 20 degrees in shallow areas.
Experienced hikers will want to conquer the existing and well-signposted hiking trails (over 200 km in total).
Let yourself be challenged and get active... We wish you lots of fun.
Further useful links with good leisure tips from the Farsund and Lista region: Visit Sörlandet, Welcome to Farsund and Lista.
Here you will find everything you need to know about activities in the Flekkefjord area (click)
Day trips and round trips to the natural wonders of Norway (click here)
Day trip to Kjerag, the highest peak on the shores of the Lysefjord (click here)
Day trip to Preikestolen (click here)
Recommended journey - ferries:
From Hirtshals (DK) to Kristiansand or Stavanger (N). We are happy to help you choose the cheapest ferries (Colorline or Fjordline) and book them reliably on request.
The journey time to the properties in the Lista region is approx. 1 hour 45 minutes. The long-distance buses go directly to Lyngdal from Kristiansand or Stavanger. From Lyngdal there is another bus connection to Borhaug near your vacation property (the driver will stop on request).
Directions
After leaving the ferry/customs, follow the signs to Stavanger/Flekkefjord (E 39).
There are automatic toll booths on the route. Please log on to autopass.no and register your vehicle there. If you wish to drive through the Autopass lanes without registering, you will later receive an invoice for the fees incurred. Leave the "E39" at the Lyngdal exit and then take the R43 towards Farsund. Follow the RV 43 from Farsund in the direction of Vestbygd / Vanse / Borhaug. From the through road "Postveien", turn left in Borhaug in the direction of "Borshavn".
Additional boat costs:
Included are the costs for boat rental, mooring and inventory, hull insurance with up to 1000 Euro excess depending on boat type and insurance, the necessary safety equipment and equipment according to Norwegian law.
Excluded and not included in the rental price: Insurance for passengers and accident cover, personal liability insurance, excess cover, consumables, fuel and lubricants.
Boat insurance - hull:
Your boat is generally covered by hull insurance. The excess in the event of damage is 1000 euros. The type of cover and the amount of the excess may vary and must be requested from the respective boat owner when taking over the boat and documented on the checklist. Personal items are not insured. The Koasko insurance is not liable for accidental damage suffered by persons traveling on the rental property. The renter is liable for damage to and loss of the boat if the damage is not covered by the insurance. Damage also includes consequential damage. The lessor/owner may retain the deposit paid until the damage has been repaired. The excess per case of damage is to be borne by the renter and may differ from the deposit. If the boat is returned free of defects, the deposit will be refunded immediately. Any damage not covered by the deposit or insurance must be replaced by the hirer immediately before departure. The hirer undertakes to notify the lessor/owner immediately of any damage, collisions, other unusual occurrences or complaints.
Boating license:
For guests born before 01.01.1980, no license for motorboats of this class is required in Norway. For younger persons, a boating license for boats with more than 25 hp is mandatory.
Binding rules of conduct - liability of the hirer:
We expect the skipper to refrain from drinking alcohol on board. This is solely for your safety.
The hirer is liable for any damage caused by themselves and also for any damage caused by other users of the boat. The use of the boat is at the renter's and all other users' own risk. The hirer shall inform his crew in good time that they may need to take out appropriate insurance against loss events themselves before the start of the trip. In addition, the skipper must familiarize the crew with the boat technology and the terms of the contract and ensure that all passengers wear life jackets on the trips.
If fish cleaning is to be carried out on the boat or on an appropriate filleting table on the jetty, please dispose of the fish waste at sea and not in the harbour basin. Always cover fish waste (seagulls).
Restriction of area:
Voyages are only permitted in the adjacent and suitable waters of the home port and near the coast.
A minimum distance of 100 meters must be maintained from fish farms or similar facilities. Failure to comply with the navigation rules may result in immediate termination of the tenancy by the lessor/owner. Claims of the tenant are therefore deemed forfeited.
Cleaning the boat:
The hirer must carry out the thorough final cleaning of the boat themselves. The Hirer shall return the boat in a refueled and cleaned condition, as it was handed over by the Owner.