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Just a 12-minute walk from Sigrid Undset House and 0.8 miles from Håkons Hall, The Gingerbread House features accommodations in Lillehammer with a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the homestay's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The homestay also has a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as a hair dryer. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a private bathroom. Sightseeing tours are available around the property. Skiing and cycling are possible within the area, and the homestay offers ski storage space. Popular points of interest near The Gingerbread House include Norwegian Olympic Museum, Maihaugen, and Norwegian Post Museum.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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2 queen beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
5.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andrea
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything.. Charming home. Amazing host, I cannot say enough good things about this place.
  • Christine
    United States of America United States of America
    Cute house, fantastic location and we loved the cats. Really enjoyed the patio area.
  • Wehuns
    Canada Canada
    beautiful and cozy place that was perfect for our family of 5
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming little place within walking distance of Lillehammer town centre. Very peaceful.
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was very convenient with just a short walk to the centre of Lillehammer yet in a quiet residential setting. Host was friendly and responsive but not intrusive. Full use of kitchen & dinning area plus private bathroom with good powerful...
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A warm welcome from our host and a lovely home. Very much enjoyed relaxing in the sun on the deck.
  • Rick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a lovely cosy house on a real part of Lillehammers residential area. It’s nice to be amongst the local people and not in a hotel with other tourists. We were a few minutes walk to the town or the lake. Perfect
  • Fabio
    Italy Italy
    Really cosy and beautiful accomodation. Great Host!
  • Simon
    Australia Australia
    House and host are both lovely. Excellent kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. Clean. Great communication from the host. Good quiet location a short stroll from the town centre.
  • Nuzhaa
    Oman Oman
    The house type is heritage with beautiful decoration and library

Area info

Amenities of The Gingerbread House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing

Ski

  • Ski storage

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Badminton equipment
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Satellite channels

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Pet bowls
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access

    General

    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Spa

    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Norwegian

    House rules
    The Gingerbread House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
    Check-out
    From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    < 1 year old
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 20
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    PLease note that there are tow cats at the property in case you are allergic.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about The Gingerbread House

    • The Gingerbread House is 2,450 feet from the center of Lillehammer. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Gingerbread House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at The Gingerbread House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • The Gingerbread House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Badminton equipment
      • Live sports events (broadcast)