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Spacious and comfortable house at the shore

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Explore the area

Map
Akureyri, Nordisland
  • Popular LocationForest Lagoon28 min drive
  • Popular LocationHof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall31 min drive
  • Popular LocationAkureyri Botanical Garden32 min drive
  • AirportSiglufjordur (SIJ)96 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.

Spacious and comfortable house at the shore

A spacious house at the seafront in Grenivik. Upper level with a bedroom with double bed in massive oak, two bedrooms with bunk beds, elegant bathroom. Lower level with a spacious living room with direct access to the garden and a view to the sea. Internet access, separate bathroom. Hotpot in the garden with enough privacy and access to the house.

The kitchen has all comfort such as microwave, stove, oven, coffee machine, toaster. In the house there is a washing machine and a tumbler as well. An ideal place for families and a longer stay in Iceland.

Property manager

Thomas Seiz

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Zigarettenstummel bitte sammeln und richtig entsor

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Tiere aus dem Ausland müssen in Quarantäne

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Spacious and Comfortable House at the Shore Grenivík

About the area

Grenivík

Located in Grenivík, this holiday home is on the beach. Byggðasafnið Hvoll and Pálshús Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Matthiasarhus and Laxdal House. Travelling with kids? Consider Swimming Pool Dalvik and Lystigarður Akureyrar. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Forest Lagoon - 28 min drive
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 31 min drive
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 32 min drive
  • University of Akureyri - 34 min drive
  • Godafoss - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baccalá Bar - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪Verbúð 66 - ‬110 min drive
  • ‪Kontorinn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jónsabúð - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious and comfortable house at the shore have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spacious and comfortable house at the shore pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious and comfortable house at the shore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious and comfortable house at the shore?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Spacious and comfortable house at the shore located?

Nestled on the beach, this Grenivík holiday home is within 25 mi (40 km) of Forest Lagoon, Akureyri Botanical Garden and Laxdal House. Jon Sveinsson Museum and Nonnahús are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Spacious and comfortable house at the shore Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
View spectacular
I would only suggest that there be a house number on the building , slightly confusing and moving the stereo in the back dresser and putting a small sofa against the railing! Give an area to relax in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay in Northern Iceland!
We were so pleased with our time at Vallholt! Our family of 5 enjoyed the layout of the house, the view, and the quiet town. We were able to drive and explore the surrounding areas with ease and then soak in the hot tub after a day of exploring. I could not imagine a more perfect place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Time in Grenivik
Myself and a group of friends made the trip to Grenivik for Spring Break, and had a wonderful time in town thanks to the Vrbo provided by Thomas. Everything from details about amenities in the house to fun things to do around town were provided by the host, making this experience absolutely perfect for myself and my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice and cozy place to stay
The property was lovely for the most part. It was warm and cozy and spacious. The upstairs shower was not working properly. We reported it. Luckily there was a downstairs shower we could use. It would have been rough if a big group was there. We only had two people for our stay. Also, there was no dishwasher soap. And it would have been nice to have some measuring utensils. There wasn’t even a measuring cup. Aside from the shower issue, nothing else was a major problem. Overall, I would definitely stay there again. The pluses definitely outweighed any minuses. The view was spectacular! The one and only time we saw the northern lights was from the house. The downstairs family room was huge and a really nice touch. We spent a lot of time there. It had big windows to see the view as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness
House with uninterrupted super sea side views
Property has a rather unusual layout with the lounge in the basement. This means the best views are always from the Kitchen on the first floor. The only downside is there is a new property being built next door. This was not a problem during our stay but as it grows I suspect the noise will become increasingly intrusive during the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most relaxing time one can have
Honestly, this place is a remarkable gem, in an adorable town, set in an unforgettable region of Iceland. We LOVED every second here and coming back to this house after a day of exploring felt calming. Bring groceries, have a seat in the hot pot, enjoy the view from a bunk bed, stay a while!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenden M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Icelandic getaway
Property was great and the instructions were very clear and definitely helpful when trying to almost anything in the house or the area. Great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet house on the water
A wonderful stay in Grenivik, spacious and comfortable house. Loved to sit in the backyard and watch the water. Such a beautiful view! Convenient to Akureyri with a short scenic drive. Was a great proprty and a great relaxing stay. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location-Great House
The house sits right on the water and is surrounded by mountains. It was clean but there was an odor in the house. The rooms/beds were very nice. We had a bad storm and lost power for about 45 minutes but the host was available by phone and assured us it would be back on shortly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and welcoming
The home was warm and clean. We had just what was needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

S T., Central New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, quiet, beautiful view
Everything was wonderful… very clean, all the dishes we needed to cook in, plenty of room, even had a drying rack for items we didn’t want to dry all the way.. many sights to see within 1.5 hours driving, making it our perfect base to explore the north..
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal family base
Really great place to use as a vase to explore North Iceland , both locally and a bit more widely. House was everything we hoped for. My daughter spotted whales out in the bay but declined to tell anyone till the next day! So remind your group to tell everyone if they spot one! If you are really tall (I’m 200cm) mind your head on he beam downstairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Space
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, the house had everything we wanted or needed and there was so much room! The view out over the water was gorgeous and the hot pot was a welcome treat after a day out and about exploring.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lois M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty and solitude
We were looking for a quiet place in a beautiful setting. This certainly fit the bill! The rooms were full of light and the view can't be beat. There is a small store that is adequate for most things and an amazing (pleasantly warm) swimming pool with hot pools--not unusual in Iceland but not something common in the USA. We totally enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Brooks M.

Liked: Cleanliness
March ski trip
Great location to explore Kaldbakur and the surrounding mountains. Beautiful house with plenty of space and the sunset over the fjord from the hot pot is top notch. Only area of improvement would be a few more essentials in the kitchen and soap/shampoo for the showers.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryszard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large, comfortable, beautiful view
This flat is in an out-of-the way place north of Akureyri, on the water, with gorgeous views. Akureyri and its markets are 30 min away, so please plan your food accordingly. There is one small market just two blocks away (walking distance) but it closes around 5 or 6, so once it's closed, food is far enough away to become a hassle. The house itself is very comfortable and well-equipped, with a large dining table and great kitchen. Because the house is all brick, there is no wifi downstairs in the living room, which may cause challenges with those who want to stream entertainment there. The wifi signal is fine upstairs in the dining/bedroom area (maybe this is an area the owner could fix, but let's be honest, we're not going here to watch TV!). The location is great, it's definitely super-quiet, even though the area is lived-in and you see neighbors going about their business in their beautiful houses. One awkward thing was that to dispose of the trash, the only place the owner has for this house is on his other property about 10 minute drive away. The rest of the checkout list was also a little bit involved, with some things on there I would have expected to be done by the cleaning people rather than me. Nothing major, but on the list was to strip the bed, adjust thermostats, take the sorted trash out 10 min away... I don't want to sound whiny, but with 200 euro linen & cleaning fees, this felt excessive. Ultimately, this is a nice place, and can be a comfortable out-of-the-way stay in northern Iceland.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northern Iceland
A perfect place to explore the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H., Port Orchard, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location!
This was such a picturesque spot! Right on the water with views of the mountains on the other three sides of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grenivik, end of the road gem.
This is our third time staying in the house each time a little longer. The house is lovely and location is fantastic. We have never been disappointed. We will come again. Brian O
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guðmundur Ó.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to Akureyri
Very good communication, clean, rather big property. Only thing strange was the the interior structure of the house, but we go use to it. Excellent quiet and authentic village. Good if you are travelling in North Iceland

8/10 Good

Clarissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place to Stay in the Beautiful Northern Iceland
This property was clean, comfortable, and stocked with amenities that made our stay great (e.g. a booklet with maps and ideas for things to do and see in the area, very nice coffee maker, etc.). The view of the water from the back window was beautiful. We enjoyed our stay very much!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Views
We loved staying here -- even saw the Northern Lights! Had some difficulty with the hot tub, unfortunately, but would certainly come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great stay! The information provided was accurate about local attractions, and the host was very prompt with answers to inquiries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property which was furnished and finished very nicely.
Very nice accommodations. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen was very functional. Great location. Greatly enjoyed the DVD’s on Iceland.

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Eve D., Montréal, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Thomas est bien gentil et répond très rapidement à nos messages! Maison propre et bien équipé. Le salon en bas est très beau
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019