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

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View over the lake and the fjord
View from the lake
Welcome to Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage
Northern Lights over the Cottage
Cottage in winter

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Akranes
  • Place, Langisandur
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Leynir Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Guðlaug Baths
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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 !

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No open fires, such as candles

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2458996vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Hvalfjarðarsveit

Located in Hvalfjarðarsveit, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Settlement Centre and Borgarfjördur Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Laugavegur and Skólavörðustígur. Travelling with kids? Consider Varmarlaug Swimming Pool, or check out an event or a game at Laugardalsvollur. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Map
Akranes

What's nearby

  • Langisandur - 14 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Leynir Golf Club - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Guðlaug Baths - 15 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Akranes Lighthouse - 18 min drive - 19.9 km
  • The Settlement Centre - 21 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pylsu Bíllinn við Hvalfjarðargöngin - ‬12 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.

How much is parking at Hvalfjarðarsveit Cottage with Large Wooden Deck, Mountain View + Great Location?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout 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.

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. 145 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

D f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kathryn and Klaus have done such a nice job that it made it hard to leave. The place is restorative and we hope to return. Fully recommend the location outside of Reykjavik but near enough to jump to interesting places.Also notable birds included a short eared owl, Snipes and Godwit nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location. Clean cottage with all amenities needed. Very responsive host with friendly communication!! Beautiful area and easy to navigate around.
View from the driveway
Great Northern lights.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faz I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well located, lovely and warm. We were very comfortable there and had some amazing family time. Kathrin was very welcoming, helpful and provided us with information and guidance.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Western Iceland Trip

Fantastic property and owners for a Western Iceland vacation. Hope to visit again sometime!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you very much for this lovely review and we would of course love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

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

Nice cozy and comfortable cottage

Nice cozy and comfortable cottage has everything for a perfect vacation! The host is friendly and prompt in communication. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you! Great you enjoyed your stay in our cottage, welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PJ B.

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

Lovely cottage with a gorgeous view

The cottage was accurately described. It's in a beautiful location with amazing views. Conveniently located to get a head start on a drive around the Snaefellsness peninsula. The hosts are friendly. Communication was easy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at our cottage. Thank you for your kind words!
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaarina K.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you for your kind words! We are very glad you liked staying in our little cottage.
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2021
Thank you for your kind words. We are so happy the cottage met your needs!
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you! We were very happy to have you as our guests too. Welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandy s.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2021
Wow, thank you so much! You were also excellent guests and we hope you really enjoyed the rest of your travels in Iceland.
Verified

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
Verified

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

About the host

Hosted by Kathrin Gumpp

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We are Kathrin and Klaus.
Originally we are from Germany (Bavaria).
But we fell in love with this wonderful country and settled permanently in Iceland.

What makes this property unique

Our cottage is ideally located for active people who want to enjoy the comfort of staying in one place, while being able to see various places of beautiful Icelandic nature, as well as being close to the city's culture.

Only one and a half kilometer away form highway 1, countless spectacular places can be visited.

Languages:

English, German

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