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Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri

Riverside villa with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Forest Lagoon
  • Place, Akureyri Botanical Garden
  • Place, Akureyri Church
  • Airport, Akureyri (AEY)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

bedroom 3

1 King Bed

bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri

The house Leifsstadir is located in the outskirts of Akureyri at the easter hillside of the Eyafjord. The spacious house has all comfort and is suitable for up to eight people.
The 12'000 m2 property grants privacy and for the security of our guests an alarm equiplent and security cameras are installed.

When selecting the materials and furnitures we only chose good design and best quality. There are antique items and protected rare items in the house.

The house has been acquired in October 2014. It has been renovated until July 2015.

Please note that this is a strictly non smoking environment.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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Exclusive villa opposite Akureyri
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  • Kitchen
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Es dürfen nicht mehr als 8 Personen übernachten.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Tiere aus dem Ausland müssen in Quarantäne
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Es dürfen nicht mehr als 8 Personen übernachten.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 410206-1290

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Akureyri

Located in Akureyri, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Nonnahús and Icelandic Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Laxdal House and Matthiasarhus. Lystigarður Akureyrar and Hlidarfjall Akureyri are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Akureyri, Northeast

What's nearby

  • Forest Lagoon - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Motorcycle Museum of Iceland - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Akureyri Church - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Centrum Kitchen & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Akureyri Backpackers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vitinn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bautinn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Exclusive Villa in the vincinity of Akureyri located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Forest Lagoon, Icelandic Aviation Museum and Laxdal House. Jon Sveinsson Museum and Nonnahús are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 197 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely amazing. Such a beautiful property, it was a perfect home base for exploring Northern Iceland. Probably our favorite vacation rental of all time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely GORGEOUS property with exceptional views from the living areas. We loved this home! It has everything you will ever need for a fabulous stay in Iceland. Very clean home with responsive host. I highly recommend this place to anyone coming to the northern part of Iceland.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kate h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the views; comfy beds and well equipped. Would love to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hlynur S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay

Our stay was very comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Location and Property

We had a short as we were working around the ring road but this was our longest stop. The location is great, short drive into town and a good base trip explore the nearby geothermal areas and northeast in general. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was great! The view is so relaxing! Great Place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home with beautiful view

Home was amazing with beautiful view!!! Close to many attractions. The Forest Lagoon is minutes away and a fabulous place. Clean, comfortable, spacious and modern. Hot tub was nice even watched the Northern Lights while relaxing. Only suggestion is to bring toilet paper, paper towels and storage bags. Would visit again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Akureyri

On our three week Iceland road trip in Sept/October. Akureyri was definitely a highlight: 1) Spacious house in a quiet area. 2) Beautiful view of surrounding snow cap mountains 3) One evening we saw the best Northern Lights of our entire trip so far. We went out on the porch noticed some lights and then saw some brilliant ones 30 feet outside front door. 4) Excellent proximity to Kelli Whale watching and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Atop a hill

For our family's gathering this house was perfect. Awesome location. Awesome view. Perfection simply.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous modern home perfect for group or family

We had a lovely stay in this gorgeous and well-appointed home. Plenty to do nearby including staying in and appreciating the view. If you have kids, check out the Akureyri Swimming Pool particularly in the colder months when the outdoor thermal pools will blow their minds. Caretaker was very responsive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Views

Highly recommend this house. The pictures just do not do justice to the wonderful views from this house. The home is so open and airy and perfect for our group of 8.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible house just a hop, skip and jump outside of Akureyri!

We were blown away with how spacious and beautiful the house was, and even more amazed by the stunning view of the mountains. Served as a great central spot for 3 nights to venture around the area and up to Husavik. The hot tub was easy to use and we took advantage of it each night. Perfect kitchen for making at home meals and more comfortable living room than most offer. The host provided so much information on what to do and see. We were sad to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Elian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, we had a good stay at this property. The house is a beautiful contemporary design, with gorgeous views out over the fjord. High ceilings give a feeling of spaciousness, and was physically very comfortable for our family. The service side of things did not match expectations, especially given the price. There was no shampoo, body wash, or detergent provided. After discussion with the property manager, body wash was provided. Only two of three bedrooms were setup for guests, with the expectation apparently being that the children needed to share rooms unless specifically discussed ahead of time. This was also rectified. The hot tub was not clean, and a request to have it cleaned was not followed up on. Wall controls are used to control many functions in the house, and no longer work in all the rooms. We did not appreciate being given a list of checkout tasks given the substantial cleaning fee paid.In summary, we can recommend the house as a comfortable place to stay, but it feels like corners are being cut which was irritating given the price paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

candace b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

View of a Lifetime

The property creates an experience that immerses you the beauty of Northeast Iceland. Overall a great place but as the saying goes, the devil is in the details. A couple of features, the washer and dryer, the outdoor hot tub did not function reliably during our stay. Otherwise the ambiance of this place was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tankah Bay V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location and Convenient

This large, modern home is in a perfect location to have a beautiful view of the nearby mountains, harbor and town. It's very relaxing and a very quiet area. The views from the home are absolutely stunning. The home is in a very convenient location, and it's just a few minutes to the town, and it's even closer to get to the new public hot spring spa. Highly recommend that. We also did a day trip to the Myvatn area, and that was a wonderful scenic tour of the volcanic region. The home has everything that one needs for cooking and relaxation, and the hot tub was easy to setup and use. Our group enjoyed everything and we would definitely return back for another visit since there are many more things to see. Frank for the Group
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R., Reston, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place, wonderful stay!

We were so pleased with our stay at Nollur Leifsstadir! It is very close to town, and at the same time very private - a great combination. We received a very detailed and informative guide to the property ahead of our stay. It included not just good information about the house but also about activities, restaurants etc. We can verify that Bakaríid vid Bruna is a fantastic bakery, and Strikid is a really good restaurant. (We went for Sunday brunch and it was lovely.) The view from the large living area was so good that we did not even have to go outside to see the northern lights! The kitchen was adequately supplied, bed was very comfortable as was the living room furniture. Bathroom was very nice with an *amazing* shower. It was especially helpful to have access to washer and dryer. And we loved the hot tub which gave us a view of the fjord and the chance to stargaze and listen to ducks and geese. Unlike a Jacuzzi, this tub is so simple: flip a switch inside the house to fill it with perfect clean, clear (no chemicals) very warm (~101°F) water, wait about an hour, then soak to your heart’s content. Afterwards, flip the switch back to drain the water. Perfect! I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an exceptional stay in Akureyri.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home Base in Northern Iceland

We stayed at this property for 5 days. Beautiful location with views into the fjord and mountains. Cannot beat the hot tub for an end of day soak after hiking hard. Location: The house is a mile outside the city which is convienent. It's 1 to 1.5 hrs from Havik (whales), Myvatn (geothermal), Gotafoss, Drangey (puffins) and most of the "true" northern attractions. Beds: It says it sleeps 8 but I would say comfortable sleep could be found for 6 adults and 2 kids. If someone is willing to sleep on a hard fold out and or living room couch you could stretch it to 8 adults (be aware if you have back problems, the beds are not great). Bring a pillow if you can as there is only 1 per person. Kitchen: Has most of the basic things you might need. Limited cookware will hamper a chef but basic cold meals can be done. We were a bit disappointed that the knives there were poor quality and dull as we did a fishing trip and brought fish back to clean but had no way to do so with these knives. Washer and Dryer: Washer works great and can handle small/med loads. Also provided detergent which was nice to avoid wasting a bunch. The dryer simply doesnt dry, you need to run 2 or 3 cycles tonget clothes dry. Alternatively you can use the clothes line outside which works fine if not in a rush. Administration: We had some great interactions with the host as well the management/cleaner. Seemed like it was wellmanaged.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Die Villa bietet viel Platz, eine großartige Aussicht auf den Fjord und eine sehr geräumige Küche - perfekt für eine 8-Personen-Gruppe! Alles bestens - und der Hotpot ist das i-Tüpfelchen:)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thye Hung T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This must be a hidden gem in Akureyri! The villa sits on a vast piece of land with its own private road. It is spacious and exquisitely furnished and expounds a luxurious feeling. The villa is well kept and clean.The rooms are spacious and the open concept kitchen is furnished with all the amenities needed for big family meals.Great views from the patio, especially when planes take off and land from the airstrip in the valley below.The owners and the house keeper are super friendly and responsive.We totally enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.Ps. The hot tub at the patio was a great bonus!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Quiet and spacious. We liked how close everything was :)
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Gorgeous and very large. Excellent views and minutes to downtown. Great convenience to have laundry. ( microwave didn’t work and had trouble with the lock. )
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrín G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with a beautiful view over Akureyri. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alexandra v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhaus mit Traumaussicht

Ein fantastischer Ort mit allen Annehmlichkeiten und einem sehr netten Eigentümer. Man merkt, das hier auf eine gute Ausstattung geachtet wurde - die Betten sind sehr bequem, die Dusche herrlich und der Hot Tub schnell gefüllt. Herzlichen Dank, dass wir dieses Haus genießen durften.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunnlaugur G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We loved our stay in this wonderful house and the host was respectful and nice. The only minus in my opinion would be that there's no barbeque at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein Haus zum Wohfühlen.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Springtime in Aukureyri

Our stay over the last four days in Akureyri were made even more special by this beautiful well appointed property. It provides comfortable luxury in a breathtaking location! This is our second stay and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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