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Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland

Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland

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Hvassafell II
in the summertime
Hvassafell II
in the wintertime
In the hallway
The kitchen
The living room with pull-out sofa bed

Overview of Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Check out the area

Borgarnes, Western Region
  • Popular LocationGrabrok8 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlanni Waterfall9 min drive
  • Popular LocationDeildartunguhver Hot Springs29 min drive
  • AirportReykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)119 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland

Excellent apartment on the first floor of the house in the countryside, on a farm. The house is located in a beautiful and peaceful valley called Norðurárdalur in Borgarfjörður, 154 km from Keflavík International Airport (1 hour and 55 minutes drive). From the borders of Reykjavík city, the drive is about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The apartment was renovated in 2008. It is 70 square meters of size and is well equipped, i.e. microwave, coffee machine and a washer and free WiFi. Beddings and towels included. There are two rooms and in site the apartment, one bedroom and a living room with a pull-out sofa. Extra mattresses and beddings can be provided.

Why choose West Iceland:

West Iceland is the mecca of the Icelandic sagas, such as Egils saga Skallagrímssonar, Eiríkssaga and Laxdæla. It has many historical sites and there is a possibility of guided tours around such sites. Birdlife in the area is rich. The nature in the area is spectacular, with its mountains, craters, waterfalls, lakes, valleys and magical lava. Furthermore, it is one of the best areas in Iceland to view Northern Lights, during the fall and wintertime.

Historical locations in the area:

Reykholt (30 min driving distance):
The heritage of Iceland's greatest medieval writer, poet, scholar and statesman, Snorri Sturluson (1179-1241), is rooted in Reykholt in the west of Iceland.
Eiríksstaðir (30 min driving distance):
Most evidence suggest that Eirik the Red´s son Leif Ericsson 'Leif the Lucky' was born at Eirkisstadir. Leifur became the first Europian to set foot in North America, which he named Vinland, in the year 1000

Property manager

Arny Helgadottir
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Mountain view
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 1:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Borgarnes

Located in Borgarnes, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grabrok and Glanni Waterfall, while Snorrastofa and Agricultural Museum of Iceland are cultural highlights. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Grabrok - 8 min drive
  • Glanni Waterfall - 9 min drive
  • Deildartunguhver Hot Springs - 29 min drive
  • Hraunfossar - 46 min drive
  • Vidgelmir Lava Tube - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hreðavatnsskáli - 6 min drive
  • Kaffi Bifröst - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Excellent Apartment On A Farm On The West Side Of Iceland located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Grabrok, Glanni Waterfall and Hredavatn. Deildartunguhver Hot Springs and Skallagrimsgardur are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toasty Warm and Great Northern Lights
We were thrilled to access the apartment and find a cozy and warm accommodation awaiting us. The location is quite remote which made it awesome for seeing the northern lights from the driveway in between the house and the road. But…..be sure you pick up everything you need as the closest services, except for one self-serve automated gas station, is over 30 minutes away. (We forgot coffee☹️) I also recommend checking with the host about drinking water from the tap. There have been some unusual weather conditions in Iceland affecting ground water and we would have bought some drinking water to have at the apartment had we known. There was also a very friendly kitty cat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting
I stayed here with my two daughters the first week of September. It's a great base location for exploring West Iceland. Borgarnes is about 20-30 minutes away, where you can stock up on groceries. Wonderful farm to table restaurant near by, pricey but highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious with great scenery
The apartment was the biggest we encountered in Iceland. Full kitchen with freezer and oven, living room with tv, full spacious bathroom, and lots of windows to see the beautiful landscape. Horses and sheep just outside the door and yet we had plenty of privacy. Very easy check in and check out. Minimal light pollution so we even saw the northern lights one night! Highly recommend this spot if you’re traveling through the north country. But get a 4x4 car!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Must stay!
We stayed at Arny’s and visited several landmarks and attractions around there and Borganes. Later we stayed closer to Reykjavik, and we can sincerely say that staying at Arny’s property and that area was our highlight because there you can see many of the wonders of Iceland without the crowds and congestion. Thanks, Arny!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like stay at home
Very good Arny was on arrival right there and show as everything very kind. The Appartement is feel like your home nothing missing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Arny Helgadottir

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Mrs. Árný Helgadóttir, Mr. Magnús Leópoldsson and our family welcome you to our farm on Hvassafell II.
I am a MSc nurse and a certified guide and my husband is a realtor. For the past 10 years we have been establishing farming and tourism, which is our interest, as we are both born and raised on a farm. Our three daughters and grandchildren are also interested in countryside living and as a family we enjoy spending time together on the farm.

Why they chose this property

We both grew up on a farm, and it has been our lifelong dream to establish our own farm. We were interested in merging farming with tourism, to give our visitors the opportunity to experience the Icelandic farming tradition, as well as the possibility to “refill their batteries” in the peaceful nature of Borgarfjörður. The location is perfect, as it is not too far from Reykjavík city, and yet the area is quiet, so it is an ideal place to experience the calming influences of nature.

What makes this property unique

First and foremost, we purchased this property because of its beautiful mountain view. Furthermore, the land is optimal for raising sheep and horses. Nearby, there are a variety of hiking and horseback riding paths, which is preferable for our interests, for we enjoy hiking and horseback riding in the beautiful Icelandic nature. Especially enjoyable are the Northern Lights, for this area turned out to be a unique site for viewing them, during the fall and wintertime.

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