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Country cottage with a spectacular view in west Iceland, 80 min from Reykjavik

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The balcony with a lake view.
Terrace
The cottage
The scenery form the terrace.
Entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6430.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Skorradalur
  • Thingvellir National Park
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Deildartunguhver Hot Springs
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Glymur Waterfall
    ‪75 min drive‬
  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪97 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Country cottage with a spectacular view in west Iceland, 80 min from Reykjavik

A beautiful, comfortable and cosy cottage located at the end of Skorradalsvatn in the valley Skorradalur with a stunning view over the lake. This is a heavily grown area with lots of hiking possibilities for the whole family. The cottage has two bedrooms, one with a double bed (140x200 cm) and one with two single beds (bunk bed 80x200 cm), a Loft with some mattresses. Kitchen with good facilities, dining area, living room, TV. WC/shower.
The terrace (15sqm) is a on three sides of the cottage with garden furniture, so you´ll be able to catch the sun from early morning until sunset.
There is a parking place by the road. Right beneath the parking place there is the waterfront, a beautiful place to relax, play or fish. The cottage is in the middle of the hill and there is quite a walk up the hill but very worth the while.

Borgarnes and Snæfellsnes: Day-trips to Snæfellsnes, Breiðafjörður (the island of Flatey) and the southern part of the Westfjords show the best Iceland has to offer; amazing landscapes, countless hiking trails, boat trips and whale-watching to name a few.

The town of Borgarnes is only a 30 min away where you'll find all necessary services; medical service, supermarkets, gas stations, restaurants, banks, pharmacy, liquor store, museum etc.

There are many public pools with hot tubs in the area. Nearest is Hreppslaug in Skorradalur, 20 min drive in the direction to Borgarnes. Ideal to visit after a busy day of activity in this beautiful area.

The cottage is located in Skorradalur, a valley just over an hour drive from Reykjavik. It is a favorite for many Icelanders and has become one of the most sought-after cottage areas in Iceland due to mild and calm weather and exceptional nature. It has great hiking trails through forests and heavily grown areas, along the beach of lake Skorradalsvatn where you can also go fly fishing. Activities in the area such as horseback riding, playing golf until well after midnight in the summer and kick back in one of the many geothermal pools in the area. Skorradalur is ideally located if you want to explore the west of Iceland as short trips can be made to Húsafell and the surrounding glaciers, waterfalls such as Barnafossar and Glymur and historical places like Reykholt, Borg á Mýrum, the valley of Norðurárdalur are well within an hours drive as is national park of Þingvellir. Day-trips to Snæfellsnes, Breiðafjörður and the southern part of the Westfjords show the best Iceland has to offer.

Property manager

Gréta María Bergsdóttir

Languages

Danish, English, German

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Lake view

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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
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HG-00015448

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Skorradalshreppur

Located in Skorradalshreppur, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Agricultural Museum of Iceland and Snorrastofa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Husafell Golf Course and Skalafell Ski Area. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Skorradalur

What's nearby

  • Thingvellir National Park - 48 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Deildartunguhver Hot Springs - 49 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Glymur Waterfall - 75 min drive - 79.9 km
  • Laugavegur - 96 min drive - 100.6 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 100 min drive - 103.5 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 97 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Country cottage with a spectacular view in west Iceland, 80 min from Reykjavik have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Country cottage with a spectacular view in west Iceland, 80 min from Reykjavik pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Country cottage with a spectacular view in west Iceland, 80 min from Reykjavik?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country cottage with a spectacular view in west Iceland, 80 min from Reykjavik?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Country cottage with a spectacular view in west Iceland, 80 min from Reykjavik located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Tröllafossar, Ullarselid -The Wool Hut, and Agricultural Museum of Iceland. Thingvellir National Park and Skallagrimsgardur are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Cozy Cabin

Cozy cabin with amazing view. Had an amazing stay, beautiful country.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

Skorradalur

Excellent picturesque location. It was a lot of stairs to climb up the hillside, but an excellent view and private location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Great cozy cabin

This was a cozy cabin right on a fjord. Scenery was beautiful and was the perfect place to get away to.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

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

A Gem of a Hillside Escape

Our stay here was truly special! The location, the lake, the birds, our host, it was all memorable. It provided us with a jumping off point to explore the wide area which we found to be most delightful. Greta took good care of us and made sure our stay was most excellent. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Beautiful lake side cottage

Gorgeous location and an easy drive from Keflavík International. Lots of sights within driving distance for day trips and it's 30 minutes away from Borgarnes where you can do all your grocery shopping or go out for dinner. The road along the lake is only paved part way but the drive is smoother than many of the other gravel roads in Iceland and is no problem even for a 2WD car.
Stayed 34 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Shevon G.

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

Thank you Gréta!

Overall this stay was awesome. Obviously the roads to the cottage were a little bumpy and had some bigger potholes but we were expecting that. Gréta was super responsive and we enjoyed a cozy stay in the cottage. It was an amazing trip and I hope to make it back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Niels O.

Very nice location with fantastic lake view!

House is very well equippe and basic necessities of life (toilet paper, coffee, eggs) all available at our arrival. Great location to discover west, south and central Iceland. Communication with owners went smooth even though we never met or spoke on the telephone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S., Annapolis

Paradise

My husband and I loved our stay at the cottage. Greta, the owner, was very responsive. The cottage is cozy with everything one would need for comfort. The location was perfect for us....surrounded by trees with a lot of options for exploring the area on foot. Borgarnes, about 30 minutes away, has a grocery, bakery, a few museums and other small stores to get what you need. We explored the countryside and small towns around the region as well as the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Breathtaking scenery. We enjoyed all of it, and would definitely recommend staying at the cottage for a quiet, relaxing experience with nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andreas B.

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

Great Place

We enjoyed our stay in Iceland in general and in the house in particular. It is a beautiful place.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pascal H.

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

Magische Auszeit

Wir kamen spät abends dort an und nachdem wir unser Gepäck die knapp 90 Stufen hochgetragen hatten, betraten wir das Ferienhaus. Das Haus ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet, es war schon warm und in der Küche sind alle Utensilien vorhanden. Wir durften uns sogar aus dem Vorratsschrank bedienen. Nach der ersten Nacht in den echt bequemen Betten konnten wir den Ausblick und die Ruhe auf der Terrasse genießen. Das Haus liegt abgelegen am Ende des Sees und ist über eine Schotterstraße recht gut erreichbar. Nach unseren Touren freuten wir uns jedesmal nach Hause zu kommen. Und das Beste kam noch, als wir dann die Nordlichter direkt über uns beobachten konnten. Greta hat uns Tipps gegeben, sogar mitten in der Nacht, dass Nordlichter zu sehen seien. Sie war super freundlich und die Abwicklung war top. Wir können das Haus sehr empfehlen, da kann man wirklich abschalten. Es ist alles da was man braucht. Vielen Dank Greta! Familie Hubatschek
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wouter H.

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

Family with 3 adult children from NL

Very good, nice view, cosy cottage. We also enjoyed the BBQ and terrace, because we had some very sunny days.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Good localisation to visit the south west. Especially for peninsula snaefellsnes and golden circle. They are 91 steps from the road to the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

fred m.

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

Lovely cabin as a starting point for exploring the north West

For us, the cabin was a lovely base camp for exploring the West of Iceland. The cabin immediately felt like home for us. The cabin is super nicely placed at a slope with a view over a beautiful lake. It is super quiet, well equiped, has great beds and we could even make use of the hot tub. Really a lovely place to stay! One thing would have been good to know in advance: if you want to drive towards the golden circle area, you either need a 4x4 car to take short route or need to take quite a D-tour to avoid a rough patch of road, that isn't in many cases OK for a normal car. Other then that: I would very much recommend this cabin!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Quaint cottage experience

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at this lovely cottage. It was clean and had everything in it to provide a wonderful remote lake cottage experience. It was nice to make dinner and relax to a good Netflix show at the end of a busy day. The location was perfect for a base to explore from. Thank you Greta :)
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elie E., Sainte Anne - Guadeloupe FWI

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

a nice Chalet with a nice view

A very nice Chalet with a super view on the lake and the forest arround, ideal to visit the west of Iceland. Thank you Greta for your hospitality
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christiane e.

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

Sehr gemütlich !

Wir waren sehr zufrieden. Sehr gemütliches, gut beheizbares Häuschen. Herausragende Kommunikation mit den Vermietern. Die Küche war super ausgestattet. Es gab sogar Öl und Gewürze etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helga M.

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

sehr schöne Unterkunft

Das Haus mit einem wunderschönen Ausblick ist sehr sauber und perfekt ausgestattet. Die lange Anfahrt mit teilweise Schotterpiste (gut ausgebaut) kann mit Kleinwagen gut befahren werden. 90 Stufen zum Haus sind zwar ungewohnt, aber der Aufstieg lohnt sich. Wir haben uns in dem Haus sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wiebke N.

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

Cosy hut with an amazing view

We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. The communication with the owner was good. The surroundings are breathtaking and it is a great location to visit many interesting places nearby. We can absolutely recommend this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Lena N.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Fantastisk udsigt, feriebolig trænger til en kærlig hånd

Selve ferieboligen og inventaret var af noget ældre dato og køkken service var skåret og utæt. Vandvarmeren er on/off ude af drift og til trods for besøg af ejeren gik den ud igen....årsag den måtte ikke skrues højere op end II, hvilket vi nærmest burde have vidst. Der mangler i den grad skabsplads/opbevaringsplads til lejerens tøj. I beskrivelsen står at de netop har bygget deres private Hot Top, hvilket ihvertfald var rigtig godt gemt. Der var en bygning til hot top, hvor der hang noget der lignede til tørre, så her bør beskrivelsen tilpasses til den nu også er klar. Der er mange trapper op til ferieboligen og beplantning langs trappen er nærmest vokset ind over så adgangsvejen er noget ufremkommelig. Der lugtede af enten fugt eller også var der nogen, som havde tisset i tæppet under sofabordet, hvilket ikke var særlig lækkert da mit barnebarn på knap 6 måneder lå og lejede på gulvet. På positiv siden er der en fantastisk udsigt over Skorradalsvatn. Alt i alt synes vi det var en alt for høj pris at betale for en feriebolig i mindre god stand.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

natacha d.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

André B.

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

Ein wunderbares Häuschen

Wir haben hier eine erlebnisreiche Woche verbracht und es fehlte uns an nichts. Sehr gemütliches, sauberes Haus mit freundlichen Vermietern. Der Blick von der Terrasse über den See ist traumhaft. Von den vielen Stufen sollte man sich keinesfalls abschrecken lassen, der Blick und die Ruhe belohnen. Der Plattenspieler wurde von uns rege genutzt - mit vielen Erinnerungen an "alte Zeiten". Ferngläser stehen auch bereit und die Ruhe rundherum ist herrlich. Wir können das Haus nur weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Helmut H.

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

Amazing stay!

We had an amazing time in Greta's cottage! It's very cute, situated at the end of a lake a 30 minutes from Borgarnes. We'd recommend this place to everyone who's looking for a nice place to stay in Iceland and we'd come back anytime!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

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

Schöne Lage, gute Ausstattung, zuvorkommende Vermieter

Erstmal vielen Dank, dass Sie uns Ihr Ferienhaus zur Verfügung gestellt haben. Die Lage ist wirklich sehr schön, im Grünen, gelegen und ruhig. Das Haus ist ausreichend ausgestattet mit allem was man braucht. Das Haus ist sehr gemütlich, man merkt an den vielen kleinen Ausstattungsgegenständen, dass der Gastgeber hier auch selbst die freien Tage verbringt. Der Vermieter war außerdem sehr hilfreich, da er uns über Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Umgebung und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten informierte. Selbst die Bettwäsche und die Handtücher waren bereits vorort vorbereitet, da wir erst spät in der Nacht anreisen konnten. Wir fühlten uns rundum wohl! Was allerdings zuweilen anstregend ist, ist die tägliche An- und Abfahrt zum Haus. Hier muss man von der Hauptstraße aus mit 20min rechnen. Die Schotterpiste ansich ist hier kein Problem aber wenn man täglich Ausflüge machen will, kommt einem der Weg zum Haus jeden Tag länger vor. Um den Westen Islands zu erkunden, ist das Haus ein guter Ausgangspunkt. Wenn man aber den Goldenen Zirkel bereisen möchte eher ungeeignet, da die An- und Abfahrten sehr viel Zeit in Anspruch nehmen. Dies ist allerdings kein Kritikpunkt an Haus und Vermieter. Dies soll lediglich als Hinweis für die Ortswahl dienen.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rainer B.

Such a lovely cottage

From the first time we stepped into this small wooden cottage we fell in love with it. It's a perfect place to stay for exploring the West of Iceland like Snaefellsness or the Golden Circle with the Geysir and the waterfall Gullfoss. Thanks for this great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Birgit S.

Sehr schönes Ferienhaus

Dieses Ferienhaus ist ein Holzhaus. Es besitzt eine große Veranda. Das Haus ist geräumig und mit vielen liebevollen Details gemütlich eingerichtet. Man kann sich super wohl fühlen. Es ist sauber, gepflegt und bietet ausreichend Platz. die Küche ist voll eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Es gibt einen großen Gasgrill, also darauf braucht man auch nicht zu verzichten. Das Haus liegt an einem großen See am Ende einer 12 km langen unbefestigten Straße. Dadurch braucht man ca. 1/2 Stunde bis zur nächsten befestigten Straße. Es lohnt sich aber, es ist sehr, sehr ruhig und man ist sehr ungestört. Das Haus liegt etwas versteckt. Man muß 92 Stufen laufen um zum Haus zu kommen. Uns hat es so gut gefallen, daß wir das Haus nur empfehlen können, da wir uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt haben. Birgit
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Gréta María Bergsdóttir

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Languages:

English, German, Danish