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  • 1 bathroom

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Practical and aesthetically pleasing, clean but not precious – The White Whale is a quintessential Copenhagen home. It’s located right on Istedgade, Vesterbro’s current hipster mecca that also continues to carry contrasting remnants of its colourful past. The pristine kitchen is well-equipped making it perfect to experience the city like a local. We also love the gorgeous design details like the Wishbone chairs and the charming collection of plants. Enjoy a BBQ on the balcony, or step outside and take your pick of nearby parks, quirky bars, and independent eateries.


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What to expect


Highlights

The striking wishbone chairs

The striking wishbone chairs

The well-curated artworks

The well-curated artworks

The balcony with courtyard views

The balcony with courtyard views

The sleek farmhouse-style kitchen

The sleek farmhouse-style kitchen

This vintage Ingmar Relling chair

This vintage Ingmar Relling chair

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Home truths

    This part of Vesterbro is very trendy and a hipster paradise, but there are still parts of Istedgade that are remnants of the neighbourhood’s seedy past

    With no lift, you'll have to climb a total of thirty-seven steps to reach the entrance on the third floor

    As the surrounding area is residential but vibrant, you'll undoubtedly hear a small amount of noise from the road below

    This is a lived-in private home, be prepared to share the space with a fair amount of the owner’s possessions

    In true Copenhagen fashion, the bathroom is on the small and basic side

    Bedroom two is clearly designed for children with lots of toys and a bunk bed

    Guest 5 would be on a futon in bedroom two

About this stay


Amenities

Wi-fi

Pets allowed

Washing machine

Garden

Balcony

TV

Bedrooms & bathrooms

2 bedrooms, 4 beds

1 bathroom

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Vesterbro

Vesterbro has gone through quite the change over the past couple of decades. It used to be a seedy red-light district, but has now made it onto the list of the most sought after neighbourhoods in Copenhagen – and it’s full of contrasts. Some residents are hipsters on bicycles who love drinking black coffee as they make their way down Istedgade, others are families with young children who love the...

Explore the area

Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Explore the magical Tivoli Gardens

Explore the magical Tivoli Gardens

Colourful flower beds, bright lights and plenty of activities for the whole family. Time spent in Tivoli is always something special. Try one of the many rides, eat or go to a concert.

Explore outer space at Tycho Brahe Planetarium

Explore outer space at Tycho Brahe Planetarium

This planetarium is named after Danish astronomer, Tycho Brahe. Catch a show in the dome theatre or see one of the exhibitions.

Soak up the sun in Skydebanehaven

Soak up the sun in Skydebanehaven

Skydebanehaven is a combined park and playground popular with Vesterbro residents. It's a fun spot for children - and it's also a great place to bring a tasty picnic.

Spend an afternoon at the Children's Museum

Spend an afternoon at the Children's Museum

Quaint museum in a converted horse stable offering fun activities for children and a coffee shop.

Mingle with the locals at Kødbyen

Mingle with the locals at Kødbyen

Copenhagen's trendy Meatpacking District - Kødbyen - is full of trendy bars, nightclubs, award-winning coffee shops and restaurants. Check it out if you want to mingle with the locals.

Grab a coffee from Petról Café

Grab a coffee from Petról Café

Popular with locals, Petról Café is the go-to coffee place on Istedgade. It has a warm atmosphere, interesting interiors, and absolutely amazing coffee.

Head to Mangia for delicious pasta

Head to Mangia for delicious pasta

Mangia serves up some of the best pasta in Copenhagen. Run by Bevi Bevi owner Philip, you know you're in for a good meal when you head to Mangia.

Dine French bistro style at Les Trois Cochons

Dine French bistro style at Les Trois Cochons

Værnedamsvej is like the little Paris of Copenhagen - no wonder that the French-style bistro, Les Trois Cochons is located here. Known for its dazzling menu, it's worth a visit.

Catch a show at Det Ny Teater

Catch a show at Det Ny Teater

A Copenhagen theatre with big-name musicals, set in an opulent auditorium. Inside you'll also find cosy bars, a restaurant and a café.

Eat tasty pizza at Mother

Eat tasty pizza at Mother

Located in bustling Kødbyen, Mother serves one of the best wood-fired pizzas in Copenhagen in fun surroundings.

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 15:00

Departure before 11:00

On floor 3, steps only

Wifi speed: 25Mbps

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    5

    days

    Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Sorin

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Sorin and his team have years of experience hosting people from all corners of the world. They manage a portfolio of beautiful homes in Copenhagen, so you can always count on them to make sure your stay runs smoothly. They’re super friendly – don’t hesitate to get in contact with them if you have any questions.

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