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REYKJAVIK CAPITAL- 'PARADISE, with HOT TUB,BIG' Garden,'NEW' for rental.!

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Winter evening at our special cottage.
Just out the window of our cottage, photo taken by Tim, thanks Tim :)
The most beautiful view in Reykjavík yes and Iceland.
Right by our cottage, can you see one of our guests on the cliff?
Arround our cottage.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Reykjavik
  • Laugavegur
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Reykjavik Harbour
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

REYKJAVIK CAPITAL- 'PARADISE, with HOT TUB,BIG' Garden,'NEW' for rental.!

This is a beautiful cottage within Reykjavík. You have BIG private garden with hot tub, barbecue grill, romantic fireplace and you are in Reykjaviks park area and it´s named Heiðmörk. Free WIFI- for e-mails and news.
Close by are the water reserves for the Reykjavík capital named Gvendarbrunnar,. This is Reykjavíks conservations area. Only 5 minutes drive you have one of the best heated swimmingpool in Reykjavík, you can see in one of the pictures. You are only 5 minutes drive to next super market. You are only 15 minutes drive to the center of Reykjavík. This is the perfect place to discover Reykjavík and drive for daytours in the country. Can´t get any better! This is new for rental and has never been rented out before!
Please enjoy!

Property manager

Fjallkonan.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Self-Clean- you get clean and return back the same way- or EUR 250 is added to the rental.
Change beds- new linen on and make up nicely- used linen & towels to put on wash and we will come by and take out to dry.
Vacuum and mop/wash floors. Return key.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Cottage is self clean- means you get fully clean and return back the same way. Also to put the used linen and towels in washing machine and wash.
If more than 4 people in the cottage (included children) the rental will be cancelled on the spot and no repayment.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Reykjavik

Located in Reykjavik, this cottage is in the mountains. Reykjavik Harbour and Grafarholt Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Arbaejarlaug and Viking Horses. Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and horse riding.
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Reykjavik

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Perlan - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 18 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Harpa - 19 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 20 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪27 mathús og bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúllan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY | N1 Ártúnshöfða - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Skalli Hraunbæ - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC / TacoBell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is REYKJAVIK CAPITAL- 'PARADISE, with HOT TUB,BIG' Garden,'NEW' for rental.! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at REYKJAVIK CAPITAL- 'PARADISE, with HOT TUB,BIG' Garden,'NEW' for rental.!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at REYKJAVIK CAPITAL- 'PARADISE, with HOT TUB,BIG' Garden,'NEW' for rental.!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is REYKJAVIK CAPITAL- 'PARADISE, with HOT TUB,BIG' Garden,'NEW' for rental.! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Arbaejarlaug and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Viking Horses. Grafarholt Golf Course and Árbær Open Air Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 95 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN T.

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

Beautiful Stay

Property is minutes away from all necessities and an amazing view!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot! It is a bit small but for the three of us it worked fine. The only downside is there is no where to leave baggage except in the living room. The hot tub was great. The setting was beautiful. The host was great at communicating. Although directions to the location seemed complicated, they were easy to follow and we got thereThe first try. The host responded in a very timely manner to all requests. The location was at least 15-20 minutes from downtown Reykjavík butItWorked out really well for us. We ate all breakfasts and suppers in. The kitchen worked well. Fridge was large so buying a few groceries was not a problem. There is a great stove, air fryer, toaster, microwave and enough cutlery and serving spoons for many more people than the cabin truly has space for. This would be a great spot for two couples or a family with 3 or fewer kids. I’d highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Awesome time in Iceland

The host was the best I’ve ever had. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle D.

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

Perfect Getaway

This was our first vacation in about 10 years and we enjoyed it so much! The locstuin was beautiful; quiet, pituresque, yet still close to all amenities. Loved having the option to have our own place away from home. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marc N.

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

Super House

Great Place to be
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Beautiful

We enjoyed our stay. The cottage is charming. Very small, but great for the two of us. The hot water in the outdoor shower felt great. We enjoyed walking the trails around the cottage. Great stay for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

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

Iceland 1

We enjoyed our stay. Cabin was perfect setting. Could have used blackout curtains but loved it including the outdoor shower
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rudy O.

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

vacation

Had a good trip staying at your property.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Tauna M.

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

Beautiful scenery!

Location was absolutely beautiful. We loved it! We would for sure stay there again. Tauna
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Lovely Stay

Hi... My Fiance and I stayed here the week of our wedding at Kvernufoss. The view was beautiful. The cottagw was nice and cozy. The hot tub was great. We really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wooded wonderland

Beautiful place to stay with walking paths in a pine forest and gorgeous lupine blooming. Could use some hooks for hanging clothes in the bedrooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Amazing home base

Delightful cottage for day tripping around Iceland. Couldn’t have asked for a better or more equipped home. So grateful for this gem that made our stay in Iceland the absolute best experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda B.

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

The Key To Paradise

Such a magical experience! Cozy stay for a couple. Enjoyed the outdoor shower and hot tub. Waking up to the view from the picture window was breathtaking. Twinkle lights, cozy blankets, and quaint radio set the stage for unforgettable moments
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fridtjof H.

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

Cosy place in a unique environment

The place is wonderful in the middle of a reserve with view on the lake. In the house you find everything for preparing a nice meal or enjoying the evening. The outside shower was surprisingly nice and warm as the hot tub which can be enjoyed even under the rain.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Philip R.

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

Iceland 2024

Very quaint and private. Everything was great. Hot tub needs a new cover. Very hard to operate. Hot tub was clean. Host was awesome
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H., Ipswich, MA

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

Perfect little cottage

Paradise cottage was the perfect base camp to explore Iceland. Close to Reykjavik if needed but also in a quiet natural setting with trails to run and explore and a beautiful view. It’s small by American standards (the size was perfectly fine with these Americans) but it has everything you need from cookware, a hairdryer, robes, very comfortable beds and we used the hot tub every day. My entire family agrees that I did a fabulous job finding this gem!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger L.

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

Amazing!

What a beautiful cottage and a place to come relax after a long day out on adventures. The cottage was warm and inviting with everything you would need to snuggle in if you chose. The hosts were gracious and I look forward to coming back and staying. Thank you so much for opening your home for our stay. Cheers!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Paradise!!!

What a beautiful little hideaway, We stayed there for 5 days and on the first day it snowed really hard it was AMAZING!!! I would recommend this to all especially those who like peace and quiet this is for you, There is a nature trail right on your doorstep, The shower is located at the side of the house outside which was not as bad as i thought it would be, over all Great experience so glad i went.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

The view from the cabin over the pond toward the mountains is very nice. The hot tub was magnificent. The top is very heavy, opening it takes 2. Please note the outdoor shower is the only shower. Bathroom is small. Beds are comfy. Kitchen is well equipped. Very quiet relaxing stay. Walking trails nearby a bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Frank K., Stadecken-Elsheim, Germany

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

Cozy little place, perfect location to explore Reykjavik and Golden Circle

We stayed 5 days in March at Paradise Cottage and had a great time. The cozy house is in the middle of nature, but still not far from Reykjavik. It is only 15 min to the center. The house had everything we expected and the kitchen is fully equipped, even a Nespresso coffee machine is available. After a day of exploring Reykjavik and the surrounding areas or the Golden Circle we enjoyed sitting on the sofa and looking out of the large windows into nature. It is really a peaceful place. We absolutely enjoyed our time in Paradise Cottage and can highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T. M.

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

Paradise Cottage

Beautiful natural setting in a watershed conservation area, dirt roads, cozy cottage, well appointed. We stayed for about a week and rented a car. You will need a car if you’d like to stay here. About 20 minutes from downtown. On Google maps type in “paradise cottage”… much easier that trying to follow the directions. Nice being able to shop and cook, as well as do laundry. Shower is outside, but nice hot water. Hot tub is great!! Walking trails accessible from the yard… lots of birds to see!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Paradise it is!

This place is wonderful! Great location overlooking a lake with mountain skyline. A deck where we ate our breakfast each morning, and a hot tub where we spent each evening after touring. For anyone who like to stay out in the countryside but still be near the city, this is the place! It is not a hotel or a traditional house in the city. It is unconventional... we thought of it as "glamping"! We were nervous when we read that the shower is outdoors, but it was not just OK, it was great! You do have to do all your own cleaning of linens and towels, and you have to clean the bathroom and floors before you leave. But this saves money because they don't charge a cleaning fee, so this is better. All around, highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Maria K.

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

Paradise cottage

Peaceful surroundings with a beautiful view of the lake and sounds of birds and loons. Close drive to Reykjavík. This cottage has all the amenities one would need for a getaway. The cottage was very clean and it felt very cosy. The bedrooms were very comfortable with fluffy pillows. The outdoor shower was unique but if you don’t mind quickly running out in the cold mornings, you can actually get a decent shower with hot water. No one will see you btw. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a place to stay in Iceland. You do have to give yourself time to clean up the cottage and change the linens before you leave , so if you have to catch an early flight , just be prepared to wake up earlier. I loved this place and so did my family . The owner can easily be reached via email if you have any questions or concerns and has a quick response . Thank you for allowing us into your beautiful cottage. July 2023
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeanne W., Grew up in the Navy all over America and Europe, so citizen of the world.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Beautiful nature park cottage

We greatly enjoyed the decks and views in the nature environment. Hot tub was great for relaxing after the day. Good proximity to stores and the city. What was challenging were 2 things: 1) ONLY an outdoor shower, an outdoor shower is nice in good weather but when cold and raining it was not good at all, the bathroom was not a good set up. Also: 2) It was excessively stressed in notes to "guests" - SELF CLEANING - which in over 70 VRBOs we've stayed it - we clean up and leave it as we found it - after a week we don't usually clean under the beds - unless something required that. That to us is an owner's responsibility for periodic cleaning and arrangement for the next guests. After 3 weeks in Iclenad - a wonderul country, we were glad we had the experience at the cottage but wouldn't stay there again. Takk fyrir.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Great house/great location.

My wife and I enjoyed that this house is very close to Reykiavik, yet you feel like you are in a more rural setting due to its location next to the nature reserve. We had great car access to the Golden Circle, Southern Coast, and areas farther west (including Snaefellsnes) for a little more of a drive. The house is close to local restaurants so we got to enjoy some great Icelandic food at reasonable prices. The nature reserve is filled with hiking/biking paths so you can continue your enjoyment of the natural beauty this area has to offer without driving anywhere. Also, we got lucky two nights in a row, and saw the northern lights from the house. It's location really limits light pollution. The outdoor shower and hot tub are great features. I didn't think the outdoor shower would be a thing, but I agree with prior reviewers that the hot shower mixed with colder temps is quite refreshing. If we could change one thing, we would suggest that the owner charge a cleaning fee and have the unit cleaned by a third party instead of having the renters do it. We spent a portion of our last day cleaning instead of touring, and would have been happy to pay so we could have the time vacationing.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Fjallkonan.

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I´m a mother of 5 childers and a wife for 42 years.-
I love to take care of my Paradise cottage in the nature.

Why they chose this property

You are in Reykjavik, you are also in the country :)
This is the best you can have in Reykjavik.

What makes this property unique

Hot Tub- Private just for you-
You are not in the busy city- you stay in the nature however within the city.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests