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Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 550 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location

Remote, quiet location, yet only 40 minutes from Reykjavík.
Our Cottage is located in West Iceland with a view over Lake Eiðisvatn, the Hvalfjörður fjord and the spectacular mountains around the fjord.
It's behind the small village of Melahverfi, which is signposted on the ring road and around 15 minutes away from Akranes.

In autumn and winter, this is also a good place to watch the Northern Lights.
Although the view is wonderful, you can't help but see an aluminium plant a few kilometres away. We don't mind this sight - we live in our house next to the Cottage.

Our cottage has a spacious living, dining and kitchen area, 1 bathroom (sink, toilet and shower) and 2 bedrooms. In one bedroom can sleep 3 people, the other 2 people.
The large veranda with panoramic view also invites you to linger.

You can park your car on our property directly in front of the parking sign for guests.
The path on the left side leads past our house, directly to the Cottage.

If you have questions or need help - no problem ...
We live next door - you can contact us at any time !

Property manager

Kathrin Gumpp

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 538 sq ft (50 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Akranes

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 44 min drive
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 46 min drive
  • Harpa - 47 min drive
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 47 min drive
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pylsu Bíllinn við Hvalfjarðargöngin - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Leynir Golf Club, Langisandur, and Guðlaug Baths. Akranes Lighthouse is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away.

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Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Young W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and the property
Great location and property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mithun S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
A most excellent stay. 10/10 would come back again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great views, responsive host, very peaceful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
House was great nice place to stay very quiet and clean 👌
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Delightful Little Spot
What a wonderful little cottage and great jumping of point for a number of places. The cottage was very cute, quite clean and Katrin was very kind and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
Very friendly hosts. Very cute cottage. We were able to see the northern lights! Would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy retreat
Very peaceful and conveniently located for a quick trip to Akranes
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage
We only had a short stay, but the host was just fabulous! Very clean and well cared for, spacious enough for a family of 5. The cottage was so charming, we wished we had longer to stay. When we have to opportunity to return to Iceland, we will try and stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
We loved our stay here. The hosts were very nice, going out of their way to give us a tour. The cabin is next to their house but it feels really private and the views are spectacular. I hope to make it back one day and will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin!
This was the perfect home Base for our first trip to Iceland! Great shower pressure!! We cooked many of our meals in the small but well stocked kitchen. Definitely book if your considering!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
Our family of 4 enjoyed staying in this clean and comfortable rental. Host was friendly and responsive. Pretty views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Awesome place near Snæfellsjökull National Park
We loved our stay. The cabin was the perfect setup for our family and allowed for a short drive to Snæfellsjökull National Park and then back to Reykjavik during our two day/two night stopover. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Experience the real Iceland.
The cottage was very clean, comfortable and well equipped and had incredible views. The owners were really friendly and helpful. A great place to get away from it all and experience the real Iceland.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect end to a wonderful trip
My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The location is great - peaceful and serene yet easy access to multiple destinations. The cottage is charming and nicely appointed - had everything we needed. We enjoyed sitting in the comfy furniture and gazing out at the view. Hosts were delightful and had some great recommendations. Already planning to return next year with my husband and we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaarina K., Marblehead, MA, USA

Lovely house, location and owners!
Great house. Spacious, clean and airy. The location is beautiful and the house has everything you may need. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
I stayed at the property for 4 days as a quick getaway. Property is perfectly located to get that quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Amazing views and very peaceful stay , just what i needed. Super clean , great location , and the owners were super helpful with detailed directions on how to get there. A perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE B.

Great location, cute cottage
The view is splendide, just off route 1 , less than 45 min from the capital. Not far from golden circle. The owners are very friendly. This was our last stay and it will be kept at a great lasting experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful
This place is what it says.. private with gorgeous views and comfortable beds. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Thank you Kathrin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

sandy s., Cleveland, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
We absolutely loved the cozy cottage( great name). It was clean, well stocked with most things we needed, peaceful, beautiful scenery, quiet, comfy bed, nice hot shower. We were extremely happy with our choice for our first two nights in Iceland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Icelandic Peace
This little cottage is a tiny bit of heaven. So peaceful and relaxing with views all day long - no matter the weather. Room for 5 people, comfy beds, complete kitchen, everything is ideal. The only fault was we couldn’t stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hunter L.

Great Location, wonderful cottage
This cottage was fantastic for 2 couples. The location is great for exploring the Golden Circle as well as the Snaefellnes Peninsula. Being away from the city offers excellent viewing of the Northern Lights which we had complete with reds and dancing lights on February 4, 2018 for several hours. Close enough to Akranes for groceries(15 minutes) and easy access to Krauma spa (45 minutes).
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Beautiful view, cute and functional cabin!
This cabin was a fantastic home for us in Iceland, and our hosts were so welcoming! We made meals and there were plenty of tools and pots/pans. The beds were comfy and the bathroom was very functional. We were nice and warm and loved the view! We were there in May so it was light very late and the shades made the bedrooms plenty dark to be able to sleep. Were I to return to Iceland, I would absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Rawtenstall

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view!!
Kathrin was amazing at communication throughout the whole booking process. Any question answered quickly. The house is in the most gorgeous setting, absolutely breath taking. We also saw the northern lights! A brilliant location for seeing them as hardly any light pollution. The house is lovely and warm and was a brilliant base, which was fully equipped for exploring Iceland.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ludmilla S., Chicago USA

Very friendly owners, beautiful place!!!!!
Dear Adda, Sigurjón and Jónella! Thank you so much for making us feel like we are visiting the family. You all are very nice! The cottage is wonderful and location is superb. The only downside was that we did not have enough time to really appreciate the cottage: traveled long hrs to see the wonders of Iceland. We are planning to come back in a year or so and will ask for your hospitality again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, wonderful home!
Kathrin's house was the perfect place to relax and regroup during our Iceland visit. The property was beautiful and the house was perfectly appointed with everything we needed. The chocolates on our pillows were a lovely extra touch! :) Communication with Kathrin about our arrival time was the best I've ever had, and we appreciated her flexibility and graciousness when we arrived a bit later than anticipated. I highly recommend staying at Kathrin's home if you have the chance!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022