Our house is in a residential area about 5 km from the center of Stavanger, close to shops, parks, sea and public transport and it is a great base to explore the many attractions of the region. The airport is a 15 min drive away.
There is a small playground right in front of the house and we live at the foot of the forest of Sørmarka. There are nice walks in the forest and fantastic views of the city, the sea, the local fjord, islands and mountains. The closest bus stop is about 50 m away and a small supermarket Kiwi just 100 m away. A bit further down the hill, there is a football field (400 m) and larger supermarkets, pharmacy, bank, take-away places, bakery (1 km) and other shops. The local train station and the sea is about 2 km from the house. Vaulen Strand, the local beach, is very kids friendly with shallow water, playgrounds, toilets and barbecue areas (about 2,5 km).
The center of Stavanger is easy to access by car (10 min) or bus (15 min). It takes about 15 min to cycle as well. Old Stavanger is very charming with narrow streets and white wooden houses. In the center you will find good restaurants, cafés, shops, museums, departure for local ferries.
Lysefjorden, with the "Pulpit Rock" (Preikestolen) and Kjerag are within driving distance. You can also visit the nice sandy beaches on the ocean side, about 15 to 40 min drive depending on the beach. Possibilities of surfing, kitesurfing and windsurfing. There are great hiking possibilities around Stavanger.