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A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views

Vacation home in Skagafjörour with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6753 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Skagafjörður, Varmahlið
  • Place, Mount Maelifell
  • Place, Reykjafoss Waterfall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Skagafjordur Folk Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Varmahlid

This vacation home is located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Reykjafoss Waterfall and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Mount Maelifell. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Reykjafoss Waterfall - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Tourist Information Centre for Northwest Iceland - 13 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Víðimýri Church - 21 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Skagafjordur Folk Museum - 21 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Blonduos Church - 60 min drive - 48.7 miles

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 88 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views

A wonderful small and cozy house situated on a hill with fantastic views of the valley and to the little church nearby. There is a private road to the house and a good parking lot. There are two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the second with two single beds. The living room has a comfortable sofa,chairs and a TV. Great accomodation for a family or friends of two to four. Beautiful mountain view from every window and a private natural hot tub just outside. The kitchen is spacious with every utensils you need and some coffee, tea, salt and pepper. WiFi connection. The tiled bathroom has a luxurious shower. The greatest asset of this house is the hot tub outside made of natural stones from a mountain nearby. We provide slippers and bathrobes. On the veranda a barbecue grill and garden furniture. We work closely with a riding tour company nearby and we could even arrange a riding tour to and from the house where you could even leave your fellow horses on the green pastures close to the house overnight.
Háabrekka is the perfect place to relax and recharge your energy.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number Homestay registration HG- 00002307

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Skagafjörour, close to Reykjafoss Waterfall and Mount Maelifell.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views?

Yes, every accommodation at A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views comes with a balcony.

A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn G., Arundel ME

Liked: Cleanliness
Helga greeted us upon arrival. She was a wonderful and helpful person. This is a magical and incredibly peaceful place. The hot spring and the views were amazing! This was the perfect place to start our anniversary celebration in Iceland. We couldn’t have asked for a more special place. We will return and I would highly recommend. Thanks Helga!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage in the countryside!

The cottage, including the beds, was very comfortable. We really enjoyed the sheep that wandered by and even rested a while right outside a window. The hot pool was delightful — toasty hot and cute with the lining of rocks! Helga was a delightful and accommodating hostess.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joly & Ingo Hoffmann /., Lucerne, Switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House with superb private hot pool

Helga, who lives nearby, gave us a perfect stay at her beautiful home. The house offers all comfort and is super clean. Helga takes care about every thing. Nowhere in Iceland we slept better. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Didn't Want to Leave!

This place is SO nice, clean, and comfortable. The Host even went out of her way to bring us a traditional coffee pot to use since we weren't experienced with the french press. The surroundings are serene and peaceful with a Mountain close by to hike. The hot tub was simply the best- larger too than it looks in the photos. Everything was amazing- highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

khalid a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem in iceland

Amazing place ,clean,privacy ,a place to relax and recharge horse riding and rafting in the area
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent H., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house

The location is idyllic and the house is lovely. I highly recommend staying here if you get the chance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven on Earth

The solitude, the hot tub, the house - it's all perfection. Helga is a dream to communicate with. A piece of my soul was found while staying at this house, I didn't know it was missing but when you look up at the stars in a private hot tub in this gorgeous location, you'll feel it too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beyond expectations

Loved staying at Helga’s and look forward to returning. Helga is a wealth of knowledge and so very welcoming. 10 stars for the hot tub and views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Uwe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Das Häuschen ist sehr sauber und liebevoll eingerichtet. Es fehlt an nichts. Sogar Bademäntel gibt es.Der Hot Tub ist fantastisch und man kann aus ihm die wunderbare Landschaft genießen. Es war ein wunderbarer Aufenthalt.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr liebevoll eingerichtetes Häuschen im Nichts mit phantastischer Aussicht, natürlichem Pool und sehr netter Vermieterin. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen gern wieder.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Einfach ein Juwel

Wir haben drei wunderbar erholsame Tage verbracht und uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Der Ausblick und die Weite sind fantastisch und der Hot Pool einfach grandios.Das Haus ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und die Ausstattung ist top.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein schönes, gemütliches Haus mit fantastischem Hot Pot in wunderbarer Umgebung. Netter Empfang. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Danke Helga.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Prachtig gelegen en goed uitgerust huis.

Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Matthias

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super ruhig gelegen, Entspannung pur
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wunderschönes Ferienhaus

Háabrekka war unsere erste Unterkunft für 1 Woche. Wir haben uns in dem Haus sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Haus ist wunderbar gemütlich eingerichtet und hat einen fantastischen Ausblick in alle Richtungen. Highlight ist natürlich der Hotpot, den wir jeden Tag ausgiebig genutzt haben. Wir haben hier die Ruhe genossen, waren Reiten und beim Rafting und haben Ausflüge bis nach Akureyri und Húsavík unternommen. Liebend gern wollen wir wieder hier herkommen.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soggiorno 5 stelle

Bella casa in posizione ottima con tutti i comfort. Proprietaria disponibilissima e seria
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klaus R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sehr schönes kleines Haus mit tollem Hot pot in sehr schöner landschaftlicher Lage

Ein gelungener Aufenthalt
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place

You are alone, not far of many activities. The house and the view was beautiful. The owner IS nice. The house IS very lovely We have lovely stay Nancy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Subliem

Prachtige ligging, goed uitgerust en zeer netjes en schoon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Markus L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastisches Hideaway mit Hot Pool & guter Ausgangspunkt für Touren in Nordisland

Absolute Weiterempfehlung! Ein kleines Haus in sehr idyllischer, abgeschiedener Lage - ein richtiges Hideaway - mit sehr netter, stilvoller, durchdachter und sinnvoller Einrichtung und Ausstattung. Wir waren zu viert mit 2 Kindern bzw. Teenagern und haben es extrem genossen, v.a. beinahe jeden Abend nach der Rückkehr von einer Tour bzw. Ausflug nochmal in den Hot Pool mit ca. 40 Grad heißem Wasser. Im Haus ist absolut alles an Ausstattung da, was man braucht - man vermisst nichts. Die Vermieterin Helga (die übrigens fließend Deutsch spricht) ist sehr zuvorkommend und die perfekte Gastgeberin. Jede Kommunikation mit ihr klappt unkompliziert und schnell. Fazit: Absolute Maximalbewertung und klare Empfehlung!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard D., Holzgerlingen, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness

Traumhaft

Wir waren einfach begeistert. Alles was man braucht ist vorhanden und der Hot Pott einfach genial. Wir werden wiederkommen und natürlich weiterempfehlen. Vielen Dank liebe Helga für die schönen Tage in Deinem Haus.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Uwe V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Erholung pur.

Selten haben wir uns in einem Ferienhaus so wohl gefühlt. Es war einfach alles perfekt. Vielen Dank an unsere Gastgeberin Frau Rós für den herzlichen Empfang. Wir werden sicherlich nochmals bei ihr Urlaub machen
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annett O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hervorragend für Slow und Micro Tourismus

Háabrekka House von Helga ist das ideale Ferienhaus für alle, die Ruhe und Erholung in herrlicher Umgebung suchen und Island abseits der Ringstraße erkunden möchten. Wir waren zu dritt, 2 Erwachsene mit jugendlichem Sohn hier und hatten ausreichend Platz. Das Ferienhaus ist gemütlich, warm dank Fußbodenheizung, super ausgestattet, in der Küche findet man sogar Kaffee und Zutaten für leckere Waffeln mit dem vorhandenen Waffeleisen. Im Bad steht den Besuchern neben vielen Handtüchern, wunderbares isländisches Duschbad, Shampoo und Handseife zur Verfügung! In den neuen Betten haben wir in schöner Bettwäsche und bei frischer Luft bestens geschlafen. Wir empfehlen, Schlafbrillen mitzubringen. Die Nächte werden nicht wirklich dunkel! Jeden Abend haben wir das absolute Highlight des Hauses - den Hot Pool genossen. Man sitzt inmitten der Natur in einem aus Natursteinen gemauerten Badewannewarmen Wasserbecken - ein Traum!! Die Besitzerin des Hauses ist sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Besonders angenehm war für uns, dass sie perfekt deutsch spricht. So war nicht nur die Kommunikation für Buchung und Anreise unkompliziert. Es hat auch großen Spaß gemacht, mit ihr über Island und seine Bewohner zu plaudern. Wir fanden auch die 14 tägige Stornierungsfrist in der derzeitigen unsicheren Reisezeit sehr entgegenkommend. Wir danken Helga für die herrlichen 10 Tage in ihrem Ferienhaus und können es nur wärmstes empfehlen!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021