Kare and Truls's cottage on the Oslo fjord was exactly what I was looking for: A cozy, comfortable spot with a beautiful view, but near enough to the city center to make exploring there easy.
Communication with Kare and Truls was easy and fast and efficient, and they offered plenty of recommendations as well as what might be the most detailed and accurate instructions for arrival and the logistics of the stay that I've ever seen. So good!
The cottage and its location is a little piece of heaven. Sleeping in the loft under the stars was so dreamy and so peaceful and though it was so cold outside as winter was settling in, inside it was cozy and warm.
Though the cottage is not in walking distance to the city's center, public transportation in Oslo is super, and the cottage property is located literally steps from the bus stop route that goes directly to the major sites.
My only complaint is that I didn't have enough time in Oslo - but when I do return for a longer stay, I do hope to stay again in Kare and Truls's cottage!