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Reviews

6.0 out of 10
1+ bathroomSleeps 425 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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FOTÖ/VÄSTRA GÖTALAND
  • Hönö Pinan Ferry Quay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Volvo Cars Torslanda Factory
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Volvo Museum
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Gothenburg (GOT-Landvetter)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Murphy Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Tranquil Island Retreat in Foto-By Traum

In Gothenburg's Northern Archipelago is Fotö, which is one of the smaller islands connected via a bridge to Hönö. To get here, you take a free car ferry from Lilla Varholmen on the mainland over to Hönö and further out to Fotö. The island has a cozy little marina with cafe in the summer and the absolute best bathing place with both jumping tower, sandy beach, rocks and lawn is here on the island. Here you can fish for crabs, see when the day's catch from the big fishing boats arrives or read a good book on the rocks and enjoy the tranquility. Because it is already on the ferry which takes about 15 minutes. The cottage is airy with a cozy loft, each with a single bed. If you want, you can easily put these together into a cozy double bed. A large bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. Complete kitchen combined with living room with sofa bed. Smaller dining area for four and a small closet. In a separate building there is a washing machine, dryer and a larger freezer. Fishing trips can be booked on Hönö or if you walk along the cliffs and fish go really well. Do you shop on Hönö. Here you will find a local or larger grocery store, restaurants and small cozy clothing stores. Some summers, the Archipelago boat goes from Hönö Klåva to Gothenburg. If you want to take a trip out to Vinga, there are also day trips to book in the harbor. The islands are made for cycling and if you do not have your own to take with you, you can easily rent from Paolo's Cykel on Hönö. Here are entertainment for young and old. Welcome to Fotö!
Layout: open kitchen(cooker(electric), hood, coffee machine, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge(+ freezer)), Living/bed room(double folding bed, TV(swedish TV channels), chromecast), bathroom(washbasin, shower, toilet), 2x single bed, freezer(60-99L), tumble dryer, washing machine, heating(electric), terrace(15 m2), parking

These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.
Bed linen: Possible to rent, SEK 100.00 per Stay
Pets: Max. 2; free of charge

Optional services that you can arrange on site
Wifi: Free

Property manager

DanCenter
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Languages

Danish, English, German, Norwegian, Swedish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Bed sheets fee: EUR 8.99 per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fotö

Fotö is home to this holiday home. Hönö Pinan Ferry Quay and Öckerö Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Fishing Museum and Maritime Museum and Aquarium. Gothenburg Natural History Museum and Barnens Zoo are also worth visiting.
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FOTÖ/VÄSTRA GÖTALAND

What's nearby

  • Hönö Pinan Ferry Quay - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lilla Varholmen Ferry Terminal - 23 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Volvo Cars Torslanda Factory - 32 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Volvo Museum - 37 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Liseberg Amusement Park - 45 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

  • Göteborg Bokekullsgatan Station - 39 min drive
  • Gothenburg (GOT-Landvetter) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nimbusgården - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tullhuset - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Systembolaget - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Franses - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lilling Cottage - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Island Retreat in Foto-By Traum pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Island Retreat in Foto-By Traum?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Island Retreat in Foto-By Traum?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Island Retreat in Foto-By Traum located?

Situated in Fotö, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Archipelago of Gothenburg and within 3 miles (5 km) of Fishing Museum and Hönö Pinan Ferry Quay. Öckerö Ferry Terminal and Lilla Varholmen Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

6.0
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6.0/10

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4.0/10

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Location

10/10

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

The location was fantastic for exploring the area, We appreciated the quiet surr ...

The location was fantastic for exploring the area, We appreciated the quiet surroundings, and the house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, A great place for families or groups,
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10/10 Excellent

Super cozy place! Everything was clean and spacious, Loved the quiet vibe here,

Super cozy place! Everything was clean and spacious, Loved the quiet vibe here,
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8/10 Good

This retreat was exactly what we were looking for! The WiFi was fast, which help ...

This retreat was exactly what we were looking for! The WiFi was fast, which helped us stay connected while enjoying our vacation, Plus, we found some great hiking trails nearby for outdoor adventures,
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10/10 Excellent

Our stay at the holiday home in Fotö was absolutely delightful! The cozy loft wa ...

Our stay at the holiday home in Fotö was absolutely delightful! The cozy loft was perfect for our family of four, and we loved the well-equipped kitchen, The nearby marina was a lovely spot for evening strolls,
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10/10 Excellent

We had a great time at Tranquil Island Retreat, The kitchen was fully equipped, ...

We had a great time at Tranquil Island Retreat, The kitchen was fully equipped, which made cooking a breeze, WiFi was decent, just a bit slow at times but didn’t ruin our stay,
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8/10 Good

Comfortabel en ruim, dette feriehuis oversteg onze verwachtingen, We hadden een ...

Comfortabel en ruim, dette feriehuis oversteg onze verwachtingen, We hadden een geweldige tijd met het verkennen van de nabijgelegen eilanden en de lokale eetgelegenheden zoals Kroken en Franses waren heerlijk,
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8/10 Good

Läget är perfekt för dem som vill fly undan staden, Vi älskade den tysta omgivni ...

Läget är perfekt för dem som vill fly undan staden, Vi älskade den tysta omgivningen och närheten till stranden, Köket var välutrustat, vilket gjorde det lätt att laga mat,
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8/10 Good

Goed en bra, Det var enkelt att hämta nyckeln eftersom den var inlåst vid dörren ...

Goed en bra, Det var enkelt att hämta nyckeln eftersom den var inlåst vid dörren,
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8/10 Good

Vår familj hade en fantastisk tid här! Barnen älskade att leka i trädgården, och ...

Vår familj hade en fantastisk tid här! Barnen älskade att leka i trädgården, och vi uppskattade den nära avståndet till stranden och lokala affärer, Perfekt för en avslappnad semester,
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10/10 Excellent

Hade en härlig tid här! Inredningen var charmig och vi tyckte att det var väldig ...

Hade en härlig tid här! Inredningen var charmig och vi tyckte att det var väldigt enkelt att komma till ro, De närliggande matalternativen, särskilt Jerkstrands Bageri, var en härlig bonus, Rekommenderar starkt detta ställe!
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10/10 Excellent

Denna plats var idealisk för en avkopplande flykt, Terrassen utomhus var perfekt ...

Denna plats var idealisk för en avkopplande flykt, Terrassen utomhus var perfekt för att njuta av solen, Vi uppskattade den enkla tillgången till lokala affärer och restauranger på Hönö,
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10/10 Excellent

Detta semesterhus är en juvel! Allt var fläckfritt och väl underhållet, Ägarna v ...

Detta semesterhus är en juvel! Allt var fläckfritt och väl underhållet, Ägarna var mycket tillmötesgående, och vi kände oss som hemma, Rekommenderas starkt för en familjesemester,
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8/10 Good

Dette sted har alt, hvad du har brug for til en afslappende ferie, Terrassen er ...

Dette sted har alt, hvad du har brug for til en afslappende ferie, Terrassen er fantastisk til morgenkaffe, og vi nød at bruge vaskemaskinen under vores ophold, Stranden i nærheden var fantastisk for børnene!
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8/10 Good

Das Ferienhaus war geräumig und luftig, perfekt für unsere Familie, Wir haben be ...

Das Ferienhaus war geräumig und luftig, perfekt für unsere Familie, Wir haben besonders die gemütliche Galerie und die schönen Ausblicke von der Terrasse genossen, Der Strand war nur einen kurzen Spaziergang entfernt,
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10/10 Excellent

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10/10 Excellent

Selvom beliggenheden var stille, var den lidt længere fra nogle attraktioner, en ...

Selvom beliggenheden var stille, var den lidt længere fra nogle attraktioner, end vi havde regnet med, Dog var huset ret dejligt og havde masser af plads, Et solidt valg for en afslappende ferie,
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8/10 Good

Wir waren wirklich zufrieden mit unserem Aufenthalt, Die Unterkunft war sauber u ...

Wir waren wirklich zufrieden mit unserem Aufenthalt, Die Unterkunft war sauber und gut gepflegt, und die Nachbarschaft war ruhig, Perfekt für einen friedlichen Wochenendausflug,
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10/10 Excellent

Prachtig landschap en eiland, Zweden als in een sprookje,

Prachtig landschap en eiland, Zweden als in een sprookje,
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8/10 Good

Toller Ort für einen Kurzurlaub! Alles war ordentlich, und die Gastgeber waren s ...

Toller Ort für einen Kurzurlaub! Alles war ordentlich, und die Gastgeber waren super freundlich, Der einzige Nachteil war die Fahrt vom Flughafen Göteborg Landvetter, aber es war total wert, sobald man ankommt,
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8/10 Good

Vi havde en vidunderlig tid i dette feriehus, Det var rummeligt, rent, og beligg ...

Vi havde en vidunderlig tid i dette feriehus, Det var rummeligt, rent, og beliggenheden var lige tilpas til at udforske øerne, Færgeturen var en sjov start på vores eventyr,
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10/10 Excellent

Een heerlijke en vredelig tilflugtssted! Hjemmet var doordacht ingericht en had ...

Een heerlijke en vredelig tilflugtssted! Hjemmet var doordacht ingericht en had een leuke gezellige sfeer, We waardeerden de gratis WiFi en streamingdiensten voor onze ontspanning,
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10/10 Excellent

Alt i alt en behagelig oplevelse, Hjemmet havde en varm atmosfære og var udstyre ...

Alt i alt en behagelig oplevelse, Hjemmet havde en varm atmosfære og var udstyret med alle de nødvendigheder, Vi benyttede os af de nærliggende spisemuligheder, som var ganske gode,
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10/10 Excellent

Vi hade en fantastisk familjesemester här! Barnen älskade hopptornet vid strande ...

Vi hade en fantastisk familjesemester här! Barnen älskade hopptornet vid stranden, och vi njöt av att fiska längs klipporna, Huset i sig var mycket bekvämt och hade alla bekvämligheter vi behövde,
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4/10 Poor

Andreas - Lübeck

Haus für 4 Personen viel zu klein. Für 2 Personen angemessen. / Technisch unzufriedenstellend: WLAN

Haus für 4 Personen viel zu klein. Für 2 Personen angemessen. / Technisch unzufriedenstellend: WLAN wird angeboten, funktioniert nicht, Vermieterin kann nichts machen, da nicht da. / TV funktioniert nicht. Toilette läuft dauerhaft. / Dafür preislich viel zu teuer.
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4/10 Poor

Andreas - Lübeck

Haus für 4 Personen viel zu klein. Für 2 Personen angemessen. / Technisch unzufriedenstellend: WLAN

Haus für 4 Personen viel zu klein. Für 2 Personen angemessen. / Technisch unzufriedenstellend: WLAN wird angeboten, funktioniert nicht, Vermieterin kann nichts machen, da nicht da. / TV funktioniert nicht. Toilette läuft dauerhaft. / Dafür preislich viel zu teuer.

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