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Scan Magazine | Hotel of the Month | Norway
truly cement the memory. The possibility to combine business meetings, board meetings and cultural and culinary hotspots at such ease, boarding from the waterfront at Villa Charlotte, is truly unique.
troduce guests to the most wonderful places around,” explains Økland. “These trips represent pure life quality and enjoyment. Meal times and bonding with fellow travellers is an immense part of the travelling experience.”
Bergen’s moniker ‘the Rhododendron City’. All in all, Villa Charlotte is a place to enjoy life. “It’s a stunning place, a gorgeous building, and the surrounding nature is nothing short of magnificent. What more could one ask for?” concludes Økland with a smile.
Exploring cultural and culinary hotspots The first of the tour options will introduce the guest to nearby Lysøen, a stunningly romantic island and the famous home of Norwegian violin-virtuoso and composer Ole Bull. Here, you may visit the villa where Bull lived and composed his noted works, and meander some of the island’s 13 kilometres of walkways and paths. A second tour option will take you via Lysøen to Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri: a 17th century guesthouse and culinary hotspot, where hosts include the 2015 Bocuse d’Or World Champion Ørjan Johannessen, who was raised at the guesthouse. A third option takes guests via Lysøen to the renowned Cornelius på Holmen seafood restaurant – a lovely place to end the day and relish good food and company. “We want to in-
For groups wanting to partake in a slightly more hands-on culinary experience, Økland adds that Villa Charlotte has a fishing boat at their disposal. “It’s a perfect way for guests to enjoy the sea and its goods – and learning how to prepare them in the kitchen, or outside on our terrace when weather permits.” Enjoy life on land For those wanting to just kick back and relax or enjoy life on land, there are plenty of places and activities to be explored near the Villa. How about exploring Bergen, or perhaps spend a day at Fana Golfklubb? Close to the villa you’ll find the largest Rhododendron collection in Scandinavia at Arboretet – a botanical garden and true ode to
Villa Charlotte in brief: - Choose from master double bedroom with seafront view, double bedroom with seafront view and master bedroom with side view to sea and garden view - Breakfast is included in your stay - A meeting room accommodating up to 14 people can be booked separately at the Villa - Catering can be arranged for the whole party
For more information, please visit: villacharlotte.no
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