🌊 Alesund/Sunmøre: houses by the ocean and city accessibility

Want to wake up to a sea view and be in the city centre in minutes? This region has it all: island neighbourhoods connected by buses and speedboats, with supermarkets and cafés close to trails and beaches. Below is a short and practical guide: which areas offer a balance between the ocean and the centre, how to check if the house has a proper desk and sockets, and what to look for in terms of walking distance to shops and transport links.

🌅 Where to live by the ocean but with quick access to the centre? [Lock: Alesund]

• Hessa (Skårbøvik/Tyneset). Residential neighbourhoods by the coast, close to Atlanterhavsparken and the Tueneset low-lying trail. FRAM city buses run to the centre (including line 1 with the Sævollen terminal), making the area convenient for ‘working in the city, living by the water’.
• Langevåg (Sula Island). Live ‘on the ocean’ and be in the centre in 7–10 minutes with the FRAM 1148 speedboat: runs all day, with a pier right at the city hub. A great option for a month on the coast with daily trips to the centre.
• Godøya (Alnes). Maximum ‘ocean vibe’ — a lighthouse, beach and short trails; there is a connection to the city (bus 32), but there are few services, so it is best to check the timetable in advance for daily trips.
• Volsdalen/the shore near the stadium. If you want to be really close to the centre but with access to the water, check out Volsdalen Camping: cabins by the fjord and about a 20-minute walk to the centre along the waterfront.

💻 Are there cabins with a work area/table and power sockets?

Yes, but check in advance. Set the filters to desk/workspace, ask the owner for a photo of the desk (≈120–140 cm) and power sockets, check the router model and where the Wi-Fi point is located (the walls may block the signal). To understand the level of amenities, keep in mind that cottages/camping huts usually have a full kitchen and living room — you will just need to ‘finish’ your work area. An example of a centre-near option is Volsdalen Camping with Wi-Fi (in common areas; check with the specific host for home internet).

🚌 How far is it to the nearest grocery store and bus stop?

It depends on the ‘coastal’ area you choose — here are some landmarks with links to maps/timetables:

• Hessa (Skärbyvik). There is a KIWI Skarbøvikgt. 25 on the island; FRAM bus routes from the centre go to Hessa (see line 1 and others in the app/on the website). It usually takes 5–15 minutes to walk from the cottages in Skarbøvik to the shop and bus stops.
• Centre/Brosundet. Within walking distance — KIWI Sundgata 8 and other locations; this is the most convenient option for shopping and transport.
• Langevåg (Sula). There are several chains in the village: KIWI Langevåg, SPAR Langevåg and REMA 1000; the 1148 express boat (Langevåg ↔ centre) is a 10–20 minute walk or a couple of minutes by local bus.
• Larsgården/eastern part of the ‘big’ centre. The large EUROSPAR Larsgården is a frequent ‘anchor’ for those who stay closer to the bridge/tunnels; further away, it is convenient to travel around the city on FRAM.

For transport, use the FRAM travel planner/app, which provides tickets, real-time bus/ferry departures and a map of the zones.

For a balance between the ocean on your doorstep and the city centre nearby, the best options are Hessa (buses to the city centre), Langevåg (7–10 minutes by ferry) and the coastal areas around Volsdalen. When booking your accommodation, ask for photos of the workspace/sockets and check the internet connection (speed/router). Food and logistics are easy: KIWI/Eurospar are within walking distance in many neighbourhoods, and all routes are in the FRAM app. Choose the coast you like and plan your ideal working days with evening walks along the winding roads to the water.