Country Home for Sale in Jølster with Turf Roof
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Befringsvegen 157, 6843 Skei i Jølster, Skei i Jølster (Norway)
3 Bedrooms · 1 Bathrooms · 144m² Floor area
€52,200
Country home
No parking
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
144m²
Garden
No pool
Not furnished
Description
This country home for sale in Jølster is an old timber house with a turf roof on a 961 m² plot in Stardalen, close to Skei.
It is a renovation project, and it is priced like one at 52,200 EUR. The house has 144 m² of living space, three bedrooms, a detached workshop building and a natural garden that nobody has tamed. If you want a western Norwegian home with real age in its walls and enough room to make it your own, read on.
The Timber House and Its Turf Roof
The main house is a traditional farmhouse (våningshus) built in timber, with exposed timber walls and a turf roof. The layout is simple. The ground floor has a hallway and vestibule, a kitchen, a spacious living room, three bedrooms, a bathroom with shower and a separate toilet. Below is a basement with a hall and five storage rooms.
The standard is older throughout, and the seller is clear that significant renovation and modernisation are needed. Treat this as a project, not a move-in home. The upside is a sound starting point: three bedrooms on one level, plenty of space, and a basement full of rooms that could become a utility area, a boot room or extra living space once you decide what you need.
The property is sold as-is. Read the sales documentation carefully and, ideally, bring a builder along for a viewing before you plan a budget.
Outbuilding, Terrace and 961 m² Plot
Beside the house stands a detached outbuilding of about 35 m² with an entrance, a workshop, a storage room and two further storage spaces. It suits anyone with tools, a boat, skis or a woodworking habit. It also gives you somewhere dry to store materials while the main house is being renovated.
The freehold plot measures 961 m². The garden is currently natural and untouched, so you can plant vegetables, lay a lawn, or leave it wild. A 13 m² balcony/terrace looks out over the surrounding valley and mountains, and it is the obvious place for morning coffee once the work is done.
Living in Stardalen and Skei i Jølster
Stardalen is a quiet valley, and the house sits at about 304 metres above sea level. That means cooler summers and proper winters, so it works for skiing and snow-filled weekends as well as for summer hiking and fishing. Skei, the nearest village, is a short drive away and has everyday services and a kindergarten. A bus stop is about 8 minutes away, and the nearest grocery stores are around 13 minutes by car.
This part of Jølster, in Sunnfjord, is known for its lake, Jølstravatnet, and for mountain scenery within easy reach. Hiking, fishing and ski touring start close to home. The Jostedalsbreen glacier area lies further east, and Stryn is roughly an hour's drive away.
Getting There: Airports and Drive Times
Skei sits on the E39 coastal route, so the road network is good by Norwegian standards. Førde, the main town of Sunnfjord, is about 45 minutes to an hour away by car, and Førde Airport (Bringeland) offers domestic flights. For international connections, Bergen Flesland is the main gateway. Plan on a long drive from there, several hours depending on ferries and road conditions.
If you want a second home in Norway, this is a place for longer stays rather than a quick weekend dash from the airport.
Key Features
- Country home with old timber construction and turf roof
- 144 m² of internal living space over two levels
- 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with shower, plus a separate toilet
- Kitchen and spacious living room on the ground floor
- Basement with a hall and five storage rooms
- Detached outbuilding of about 35 m² with workshop and storage
- Freehold plot of 961 m² with a natural garden
- Balcony/terrace of 13 m²
- Elevation of about 304 m above sea level in Stardalen
- Bus stop about 8 minutes away, grocery stores about 13 minutes by car
- Significant renovation required, sold as-is
Buying a Holiday Home in Vestland
An older Norwegian timber house rewards patience. Start with the condition documentation that usually comes with a Norwegian sale, then get a quote for the big items: roof, insulation, heating, windows, bathroom and kitchen. A turf roof needs specialist knowledge, so ask local craftspeople what is involved. With a realistic plan, the house could become a year-round residence or a holiday home in Vestland that suits the landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much renovation does the house need?
The seller describes an older overall standard that requires significant renovation and modernisation. Get a builder's assessment before you decide on a budget.
Is there space to expand or convert?
The basement has five storage rooms, and the 35 m² outbuilding already has a workshop and storage. Any conversion would need to follow local planning rules, so check with the municipality first.
Is it close to shops and services?
Skei has the basic services and a kindergarten nearby. Groceries are about 13 minutes away by car, and a bus stop is about 8 minutes away.
To arrange a viewing or request the full sales documentation for this timber house in Stardalen, contact the Homestra team and we will put you in touch with the seller's side.
Details
- Amount of bedrooms
- 3
- Size
- 144m²
- Price per m²
- €363
- Garden size
- 961m²
- Has Garden
- Yes
- Has Parking
- No
- Has Basement
- No
- Condition
- good
- Amount of Bathrooms
- 1
- Has swimming pool
- No
- Property type
- Country home
- Energy label
Unknown
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