Staying at Geilin
Staying at Geilin is a calm and grounded experience, shaped by simplicity, comfort and closeness to nature. This page provides practical information about the house, everyday life on Fugloy, and what to expect during your stay.
If you have practical questions or would like to discuss your stay, don’t hesitate to get in contact with us.
The house
Geilin is a traditional Faroese house, restored with care to preserve its quiet character and sense of space.
The house includes:
six bedrooms
two living rooms
a fully equipped kitchen
dining space for shared meals
Depending on room use and the nature of the stay, Geilin can accommodate 6–12 overnight guests.
Practical details
Geilin is a traditional Faroese house, restored with care to preserve its quiet character and sense of space.
The house includes:
Six bedrooms accommodating 6–12 guests
Two living rooms with traditional interiors
Fully equipped kitchen
Dining space for shared meals
Immediate access to the surrounding landscape
The basement level offers additional, functional facilities that make Geilin suitable for larger groups and group-based stays.
The basement includes:
A spacious and flexible room that serves both as a sleeping area with mattresses for larger groups (such as scout groups or school classes) and as a seminar or activity room for workshops, meetings, and other gatherings.
Toilets and showers.
Washing machine and laundry facilities.
A utility/kitchen room (currently without cooking facilities).
Planning your arrival
A stay on Fugloy is unique – and more rewarding with a little planning.
Before your visit, we can help you:
choose the best ferry or helicopter connections
plan arrival and departure in relation to weather and schedules
understand local conditions and seasonal rhythms
decide what supplies to bring
prepare for a calm and comfortable stay
Our aim is to make your journey to Fugloy as smooth and uncomplicated as possible.
Meals can be prepared in the house in advance by agreement.
Groups, retreats and fieldwork
Geilin is well suited for:
research and fieldwork stays
writing or creative retreats
scout groups and youth groups
school classes
small professional or organisational gatherings
By prior arrangement, we can assist with:
practical planning
local knowledge and introductions
logistics and other matters related to fieldwork, documentation, etc.
adapting the house setup to group needs