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A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá!

A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá!

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Exterior
Newly Varnished in the summer 2011
New 77 m2 veranda (summer 2013)
The cabin seen from the road
The view from the (old) patio

Overview of A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 565 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Selfoss
  • Popular LocationKerid Crater11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSelfoss Church27 min drive
  • Popular LocationUrridafoss Waterfall40 min drive
  • AirportReykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)100 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá!

IN THE MIDDLE OF THE GOLDEN CIRCLE!

This is a fully-modernized charming family cottage, located 20 min. from Selfoss Village. It is 65 sqm (=700 sqft) with two bedrooms (double bed and one semi-double), and a studio couch in the living room for one person, a total of five adults. It's open year-round for travelers. No smoking allowed, but pets are welcome. The cabin is fully equipped with all necessary kitchen utensils, dish washer, washing machine, hair dryer, complementary WiFi, and a three-burner Weber gas grill on the deck. Wood for both the indoor and outdoor wood stoves is provided. The 80 sqm (=861 sqft) south deck has a hot tub and both dining and sunbathing furniture. Parking for several cars.

The cabin is extraordinarily well decorated and homey, with an exceptional eye for detail. It's also ideally located on the banks of the river, in a beautiful scenic setting, in the middle of all the tourist attractions of South Iceland.

There's great view over Hvítá River from the cabin and short distance to all major nature pearls in South Iceland: Gullfoss and Geysir, Thingvellir, Kerið, Sólheimar, Laugarvatn Village, Skálholt, Arnarker, Landmannalaugar, Skógafoss, Háifoss, Thjórsárdalur, Jökulsárlón and Reykholt, Baula, Hraunfossar and Paradísarlaut in Borgarfjörður, and Keilir and Blóa Lónið on Reykjanes. The cabin is perfect for day trips to these locations, as well as to Reykjavík, since it is so conveniently located only an hour's drive from the capital.

The new swimming pool at Borg is extremely good for a country-side pool. It has small warm pots for children, play area and swimming area, and geothermical hot water, of course, which is standard for Iceland. There is another swimming pool up the road at Hraunborgir, only five km. away from the cabin, with sauna and spa.

There's only two minutes drive to one of the most popular golf clubs in Iceland, Kidjaberg Golf Course, and very short distance to the swimming pools in both Hraunborgir and Minniborg. There is a 15–20 min drive to Selfoss.

There's a Jetski rental at Lake Svínavatn and angling for example in Lakes Apavatn, Laugarvatn, Úlfljótsvatn, not to mention in Lake Thingvallavatn itself, as well as in Hvítá River which is located just in front of the cabin.

Hvítá is a salmon river and cabin owners in Kiðjaberg have two fishing canes/licenses in the river per day during the angling season. Angling fees 6000 ISK for half a day in 2022, or approximately $ 58. This is a special deal for cabin owners in this particular local area, and their guests, not available to others. The nearest lake, lake Hestvatn, also offers trout angling, free of charge.

There is prolific birdlife in the area, making it perfect for birding and birdwatching. There are also several beautiful hiking trails to be found, with breath-taking view over mountains, glaciers and the ocean.

Several glaciers can be seen from the Kiðjaberg area, such as Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull, Hofsjökull and Langjökull. The driving distance to Eyjafjallajökull is less than an hour.

It is also possible to do snowmobile tours, super jeep tours, glacier walking, ice climbing, riding lessons and horse riding tours, visit the cultural historical sites, in addition to experiencing the fantastic natural sites in the area.

Minimum stay is three nights. Note that included in our prices is rent of bed linen, towels, wood for the wood stove, electricity, basic spices and soap.

A part of the rental income is donated to Hordur Barddal's Memorial Fund for Disabled Golfers. Hordur founded the Icelandic Disabled Golf Association in 2001, in collaboration with the Icelandic Golf Association, and was the director of the board until his untimely death in 2009. He built the cabin, together with his late wife, Soffia, in the summer 2004.

Property manager

Jóhanna and her sisters
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Languages

Danish, English, Norwegian, Swedish

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Selfoss

Located in Selfoss, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Laugarvatn Fontana and Urridafoss Waterfall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kerid Crater and Thingvallavatn. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Map
Selfoss

What's nearby

  • Kerid Crater - 11 min drive
  • Selfoss Church - 27 min drive
  • Turf House - 34 min drive
  • Urridafoss Waterfall - 40 min drive
  • Nesjavellir - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Þrastalundur - 18 min drive
  • Minniborgir Restaurant - 14 min drive
  • Gamla Borg - 13 min drive
  • Barton and Guestier - 21 min drive
  • Café María - 41 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Kerid Crater and within 20 miles (32 km) of Old Dairy Food Hall and Skyrland Museum. Selfoss Church and Skalholt Historical Site are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claudia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Its a great place to be if you like it quiet and peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Beautiful property, exactly as described. Wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L., Gilbert, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location
We wish we had planned more time to simply relax and enjoy this beautiful home. We loved the wood burning stove. While we did not use the hot tub, we surely would have if we weren't out exploring the whole time. We had everything we needed. The hosts were very helpful with information prior to our stay, and check in and check out were seamless. We would easily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 nights in Iceland
We got to Iceland in the evening. It was a relative easy drive from the airport considering driving in the dark. The directions provided are spot on. Location is perfect to explore Gulfoss waterfall, the Geysir and Hotsprings all in one day. Sellfoss is 20 minutes drive and offers variety of dinner options. The cabin was everything we could have wished for. Detailed decorations make it very cozy. The fire place inside is a great feature, and there is plenty of firewood provided. We loved to sit in the hot tub while it was snowing. Great cabin in a great location. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Such a beautiful cabin, with such character and lovely views. The log fire and underfloor heating makes for very cosy evenings! All of us loved our stay abd didnt want to leave
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jóhanna and her sisters

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My two sisters and I are Icelandic, all brought up in Iceland, although I presently live in Belgium. We divide between us the work in renting out the cabin. I do the paperwork, everything that can be done over telephone and email, and they do the practical things that depend on one being locally situated. My sisters drive up to the cabin in between guests to change sheets and do the final cleaning. We take two weeks off the calender in June to do maintenance.
We varnish (parts of) the cabin every summer; in May 2013 we made the veranda bigger and installed a hot tub on the veranda. In November 2013 we set up a G4 pay-as-you-go internet connection, in January 2014 we installed a washing machine and a new shower. In the summer 2015, we renewed parts of the kitchen fittings. In the fall 2016, we had geothermical heating installed. In the summer 2019, we added extra drainage to the ground territory. In July 2020, we replaced the windows. In June 2022, we replaced the doors and painted the new windows on the inside.

Why they chose this property

Our father, who was disabled, built this beautiful log cabin in the summer 2004, and our late stepmother furnished and decorated the cabin. She had an exceptionally good taste and an eye for detail. After our father's untimely death in 2009, my two sisters and I came into possession of the cabin. We decided to rent it out, partly because of the economic crisis, and partly because we would like to share this beautiful cabin with other people. We are extremely proud of the cabin and our father's achievements. This is the perfect cabin for people who want to experience a personalized cabin with its history, including the history of the people who built it and their descendents.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is extraordinarily well decorated and homey, with an exceptional eye for detail. It's also ideally located on the banks of the river, in a beautiful scenic setting, in the middle of all the tourist attractions of South Iceland.

Languages:

English, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish

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