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Luxury riverfront villa, w/ hot tub and close to the Golden Circle

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Summer view from our deck to the beautiful river Varmá
Dining table (seats 8-12 people) and our wonderful book cabinet

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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hveragerdi
  • Place, Geothermal park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hveragerdi Church
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Reykjadalur Valley
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury riverfront villa, w/ hot tub and close to the Golden Circle

Árhvammur, our wonderful country house is both a modern and a cozy riverfront home with amazing views. It is close to the Golden Circle and many other great attraction, located near the renowned swimming pool , Laugaskarð in Hveragerði, a unique geothermal town, only 30 minutes from Reykjavík.
The house is very spacious 200 m2 (2153 sqft) with a big open family/ kitchen area, 4 spacious bedrooms (sleeps 10 easily) and 3 bathrooms.
The spacious deck is wonderful for outdoor enjoyment, w/ hot tub and a barbecue grill.
The property itself is located on a private land 12000 m2 (3 acres) with beautiful mountain view and the river Varmá runs through with a magical and calm feeling.
Following is the room arrangement to look at:
1. Master bedroom with a king size bed and a walk in closet and a private
bathroom with a shower and a sink, but without a toilette.
2. Bedroom with one queen size bed and a daybed (the queen can also be separate two singles)
3. Bedroom with one queen size bed and a kid´s bed
4. Bedroom with a queen size bed or used as two single beds
5. There are two more wonderful bathrooms in the house, one with a good
spacious shower and one with a big bathtub.
6. There are some extra mattresses to be used too.
There is wifi/internet in the house.
The house is on a private land with plenty of parking in front of it.
It takes 30 minutes to drive from Reykjavik to Hveragerði.
Great open kitchen/living area and plenty of spacious bedrooms in separate wings for privacy and a great family vacation.
Close to many great attractions and a wonderful place for adventurous day trips.

You can also have a look at our other property in the same area on Vrbo with the ID 9244097.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Hveragerdi

Located in Hveragerdi, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Geothermal park and Reykjadalur Valley, while LA Art Museum and Skyrland Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Geothermal park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hveragerdi Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • LA Art Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Reykjadalur Valley - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Kerid Crater - 24 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Reykjadalur Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gróðurhúsið - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ölverk - Pizza & Brewery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Matkráin Cafe Bar Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ingolfsskali Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury riverfront villa, w/ hot tub and close to the Golden Circle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury riverfront villa, w/ hot tub and close to the Golden Circle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury riverfront villa, w/ hot tub and close to the Golden Circle?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury riverfront villa, w/ hot tub and close to the Golden Circle located?

This family-friendly Hveragerdi holiday home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Geothermal park, LA Art Museum and Hveragerdi Church. Reykjadalur Valley is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at Kristin's home in Hveragerði! The home was absolutely beautiful- the views from the kitchen/living room were absolutely stunning. We traveled with my parents who are in the late 70s/early 80s and the house was perfectly laid out both in terms of giving us separate spaces, and also for my mother who has a disability. So much ease of access to all rooms, to the beautiful patio, and also to the shower! The location couldn't be more perfect- we were able to see all of the south of Iceland, easily with in a 30 minute to 1.5 hour drive, depending on our destination. We loved being close to Reykjavik (it took about 40 minutes to get there), but really loved our little town more. So much to do in all directions, and so much peace at the end of the day. It could not have been a better stay. Kristin is also a very easily accessible, helpful host. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Amazing country and great place to stay

This home has everything needed for the perfect Iceland vacation. Clean, spacious, and stocked. Close to lots of things to do and a doable drive to even more. Don't miss all the amazing things to do right in Hveragerdi.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cori M.

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

Amazing Home

I cannot say enough good things about this property. It has a wonderful location. We were close enough to town to enjoy restaurants and grocery stores, but remote enough to go hiking from the yard and enjoy nature. It was clean, well-appointed, and Kristin the owner, was wonderful. The drive to the national park and the crater wasn’t long at all. We experienced a lot of rain during our stay which made the sights difficult, however it was great to come home to a warm home at the end of the day. I’d stay here again in a heartbeat and recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Perfect home for exploring South Iceland

We loved staying in this beautiful home! It was clean, well-equipped, and very comfortable. The location was perfect - close to town, but private with beautiful surroundings. We loved all the trails that were easily accessible from the house. We were a family of six - five adult siblings traveling with our eighty-eight year old mom, and found that we had plenty of room for all of us. Mom enjoyed resting at home, reading books and watching the river while we hiked to Reykjadalur and soaked in the bathing river. We highly recommend this beautiful home and the area in which it resides.

10/10 Excellent

madhu K.

Amazing House in the country!

We had 4 adults and two kids and we love, love loved this place. The house was spacious and very well appointed and decorated. The main "great room" was perfect for the kids and adults to hang out and unwind, and since the house was large no one ever felt on top of each other. The location was great. Right down the street from the community thermal pool. We bought a 10 pass ticket and ended each day with a swim and dip in the hot tub. Overall, A++++ all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gina D., Naperville, Illinois

Iceland Heaven

Our family of 4 spent 9 amazing days in Iceland. The house was in a great location for exploring this beautiful country. The house was just wonderful. It was warm, comfortable, spacious, and fully stocked. Kristin, the owner, was very helpful. There was a Bonus grocery store less than 5 minutes away. The town of Hveragerdi is so cute. It is nestled in a geothermal area, so there is a pool you can swim in, and a great hike up to a hot spring you can soak in. There are even boardwalks and changing areas up at the hot spring. Varma is a great place to have dinner. We spent a fun night at the Blue Lagoon which is about 90 minutes away. We did the Golden Circle Tour. Gullfoss is a unique and powerful waterfall. We drove to Vik which is about 2 hours away. There are waterfalls everywhere along the way. The ones not to be missed are Seljalandsfoss, which you can walk behind, Gljufurarbui which is a few hundred yards away, and the grand Skogafoss. Vik has black sand beaches, and nearby there are the basalt columns, and puffins. We took the ferry another day to Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands.) There is an incredible museum on Heimaey that tells the story of the volcanic eruption in 1973. We also hiked the rim of the volcanic crater. You can still feel the heat. We drove 4 hours to Glacier Lagoon. Unfortunately, it was a very cloudy rainy day, but despite that, the Lagoon is surreal. The next day we did a glacier hike at Skaftafell. This was a definite highlight of our trip. The black and white of the glacier like being in another world. For a different adventure, take a flight up to Grimsey Island. You will be rewarded with a certificate stating you crossed the Arctic Circle! I don't know of another country where you can see waterfalls, green mountains, glaciers, volcanos, beaches and lava fields all in one day. The unspoiled natural beauty if Iceland is something that must be preserved, respected, and cherished. There is so much more we would love to see, and we hope to return again in the future. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!!

10/10 Excellent

Donna R. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was absolutely perfect! We all loved the decor as well as the location of the property. It has a beautiful view of the surrounding river and tree lines. Very close to so many beautiful locations as well as shopping and wonderful restaurants. We were very happy with this home and the hosts. They are very responsive and answer messages quickly. If I am ever back in Iceland, I would not hesitate to book this fantastic home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful clean and comfortable home in a great location. Well outfitted home, spacious, and good for an extended family. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tori B.

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

Great location, amenities

Our party of 7 including 3 small kids stayed here for 5 days and did day trips to Golden Circle, South Coast and Reykjavík. Perfect location from everything. We also swam at the Selfoss city pool which the kids loved. We shopped at the local Bonus for groceries and fixed all our meals to save time and money. We loved the hot tub at the house! Highly recommend. Host was very responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Amazing!

This place was amazing! We had 7 adults and everyone had plenty of room (it could easily accommodate more). I loved the open floor concept so the people cooking could still watch TV and interact with the group. We saw the northern lights twice, both from the hot tub in the middle of the night. The rest of the time the weather didn’t cooperate. The host was amazing and even let us check in a little early. I definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Highly Recommend!

Perfect spot to begin our vacation in Iceland. Property was clean and spacious. Beautiful views! Owner was very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie G.

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

A convenient enjoyable location and villa.

Beautiful!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bambi B.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

The property was amazing and the communication before and during was awesome! Great walking trail steps from the house and the hot tub was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mehul P.

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

Amazing! Amazing! Amazing!

Unbelievable house, location and communication. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Great location and good size house

We chose this house for the size and proximity to specific sites we wanted to visit. The house had many extras that made it feel like home. The location of the home was perfect. It was central to the area we wanted to visit, from Vik to Reykjavik to the Fagradalsfjall Volcano to the Gulfoss Waterfall. There's also a grocery store in town to grab snacks for the drive or purchase food to fix at the house. Don't forget about the bakery. It opens early and is a nice treat, as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clare E.

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

Spectacular property in a great location

Iceland was stunning and the cabin really topped off our experience. We could have stayed for sooo much longer, and will definitely return to the cabin in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judson A.

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

Fantastic house, perfect location

I wanted to find a house for the week for my family to explore Iceland outside of Reykjavik. Hveragerdi was the perfect location as it is only 30 to 40 minutes from Reykjavik, and right in the middle of the golden circle. It was also just under a 2-hour drive to Vik and all that little town has to offer. The house met all of our expectations, was comfortable, and extremely private. Hveragerdi is also a nice little town with plenty of restaurants and the new "Greenhouse" that has shops, food, and drinks. Kristin was an excellent host and was quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally s.

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

Perfect location for home base

This property was amazing - photos don’t do it justice - it felt much larger than the photos. It was the perfect home base for a family trip. The hot spring river trail was amazing. Very nice town, lots of choices for eating out, or getting food to prepare in. I will definitely recommend Kristins property to anyone who is looking to do a trip to Iceland.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Beautiful home close to Golden Circle

Beautiful and well appointed home close to some of the most popular attractions in Iceland. Beds and linens were comfortable and neighborhood was dark (for the northern lights) and quiet. Hot tub was a big hit and there is a river babbling through the back yard. Steam is rising from fissures all around which was so unique. Five stars all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Vermont

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

Wonderful home with central location

This home was wonderful. Large enough for two familues of four. Centrally located with easy access to to Reykjavik and the Golden Circle. Comfortable, clean, well stocked. Very private location with easy access to walking trails and town. Thank you so much Kristin for the hospatality.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

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

Amazing Stay

This was the perfect place for my family to come back to after long days driving and site seeing! It gave us a safe and comfortable retreat to relax and reflect on all that we had done each day and the location- the view and privacy - was perfect!! Would highly recommend to anyone I know who visits iceland!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hreem P.

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

Perfect place!

We absolutely loved this property - the host was gracious and very easy to communicate with. The house is even better than the photos show. We stay with 4 adults and 4 kids (3,4,6, and 7) and they loved the inside of the home as well as being able to easily access the nearby trail to the river. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ninon H.

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

Excellent

we couldn't have had it better. great starting point for all activities and a perfect garden view
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Perfect Home-Base to Explorer Southwest Iceland

Our 9-person family had a wonderful stay in Kristin's beautiful riverside home. It was well furnished with everything we needed. The location -- on a quiet street just north of Hvergerdi town and adjacent to several outstanding walking trails -- and beautiful views of the river were highlights. We also used the hot tub several times at the end of our day trips around Iceland. Hvergerdi is an ideal location to base yourself for day trips across the amazing sights in Southwest Iceland. For example: 1 hr drive to Geysir / Thingvellir, 40 min to Reykjavik, 2 hours to South Coast sights, 3 hours to Snaefellsness, 4 hours to Glacier Lagoon / Diamond Beach. Kristin was readily available to help with our questions and needs. An outstanding property and outstanding host!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janna H.

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

Lovely, spacious and comfortable home with a beautiful view and nice hot tub!

Kristin was easy to communicate with and quick to respond. The home itself had anything and everything needed including a nice size washer and dryer with detergent provided which was really nice on our long trip. The view was stunning and the home was very spacious and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

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