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GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK

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TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

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

GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK

Great new 3 bedroom house with stunning view to the Glacier. The cottage is very spacious with 3 bedrooms and all modern household equipment's.

Kjarvalströð is a new luxury 'old style' privately owned cottages located in the spectacular and unique surroundings of Snaefellsnes on the west coast. Approx. two hour drive from Reykjavik. The National Park is only 5 min away. Enjoy the magnificent views of the glacier Snaefellsjökull, the surrounding mountains, and over the bay Faxaflói. The cottage is one of few cottages designed as Icelandic houses from 1920's. There are plenty of things to do and see in the area such as: beautiful hiking, whale watching, sailing around the many islands, historical places, bird watching, skiing and sightseeing on the glacier.

If you are looking for a quiet area to relax, or want to explore the unspoiled nature and many wonderful activities in the area, these Cottages are the perfect place!

Please note that this house is a self cleaning. Meaning that renter has to clean the house before departure.

Property manager

Hellnar ehf

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Kjarvalströð 8

About the area

Map
Hellnar, Snæfellsbær

What's nearby

  • Rauðfeldsgjá - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Djupalonssandur Beach - 17 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Snaefellsjoekull National Park - 19 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Kirkjufellsfoss - 42 min drive - 52.6 km
  • Kirkjufell Mountain - 43 min drive - 53.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arnarstapi Centre - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stapinn Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Samkomuhúsið Arnarstapa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fjöruhúsið - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Arnarbaer Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Rauðfeldsgjá, Vatnshellir Cave and Snaefellsjoekull National Park. Djupalonssandur Beach is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) away.

GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trixie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
The location was stunning with the ocean on one side and the volcano on the other side. Very quiet and tiny village with a couple great restaurants/coffee shop. Within walking distance to the trail head of the Hellnar-Arnarstapi hike. The cottage was cozy and the beds comfy. We loved our stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross B., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house!
We really enjoyed our stay here! The house is absolutely beautiful. Everything is brand new and it looks like it must have been professionally decorated. It was very cozy and comfortable, and it was perfect for our family. It was spotlessly clean. Our kids absolutely loved the stairs leading to the bedrooms (just note they are steep and may be difficult for people with mobility issues, but they were fine for us). You do have to clean the unit and do the laundry before you leave, so just make sure you plan for that in your schedule - all cleaning supplies were provided. It was a great location for us, and the host was very accommodating and responsive. The neighborhood is very nice and plenty of parking. Black out shades were great for the midnight sun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hellnar Cottages Sea and Glacier views
A lovely simple comfortable cottage with stunning views of the volcano and glacier, and views out to the sea. Bring binoculars we saw dolphins from the house. The cottage is warm and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The stairs are very steep so be aware of this for small children and older visitors. We had a fantastic time lots of walks close by a lovely bay a short walk away . It is quite an isolated location so bring food drink and entertainment if required. Be prepared to spend your last day washing and cleaning. It takes some time to wash and dry all bedding. Would go back though it was a beautiful introduction to Iceland. We were so lucky and saw whales Orca and Minke plus a Basking shark and seals near by. Lots of bird life. North of the peninsular is well worth a visit, we heard Sèa Eagles and the landscape was stunning. Thank you for an amazing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location!
This was such a beautiful spot. We watched the Aurora right on the property two of our four nights there. We saw whales down by the shore. Do keep in mind that cleaning takes a bit, mainly waiting for the laundry. We had to fly out in the afternoon so had to wake up super early to finish it all, but just know that going in. Otherwise the place is well worth staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant for families.
The location and setup gave us access to a wonderful area, perfect for families looking to explore beaches trails and mountain areas.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place with incredible location
We stayed 4 nights and absolutely loved it! The place is clean and downstairs is spacious even with a family of 5. The stairs are very steep, so they don’t recommend for anyone with mobility issues or very young kids. The views of Snaefellsjokull are unbelievable and you can also see the ocean on the other side. The location is perfect for exploring the many sights and activities of the peninsula. Note it does take a long time to wash and dry the bed linens on departure (it took almost 5 hours) so you need to start early if you have plans. Thank you for having us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time
Great Property. Clean and updated property. Perfect size for family of four to unwind and enjoy the area.!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

cyndy s.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Days of Sublime Beauty
I did not get to go but the photos my husband & daughter sent were exquisite. They hiked and rode horses and enjoyed the changing weather and dramatic treeless landscape (we live in a forest).
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location in Hellnar
Love everything about this house. Great view, clean, uncluttered, convenient location and affordable. Would return a third time for sure! Thank you Jakob!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Cottage is in a good wonderful location. Very spacious and clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hellnar is the place to stay
The location of this property is fabulous! It is remote, but we were able to walk to a delicious dinner our first night at the Fosshotel and the National Park is right down the road. We cooked the other nights we were there, and the kitchen had everything we needed. Definitely stop at the Bonus grocery store in Borgarnes because there are no stores nearby. As for activities, we hiked in several locations and we went on a whale watch. However, the best thing we did was to watch the orcas right off the beach! We saw them for 3 days in a row. We split our time in Iceland between Hellnar and Reykjavik and we wish we had stayed longer in Hellnar. The house itself is adorable, although be aware that the stairs are very steep and the only bathroom is downstairs. The only slight negative was that you really need to plan some time for thoroughly cleaning the house before you leave. Fortunately, we had the time, but it's not really what you want to do on vacation. However, I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty and silence of Snaefellsnes peninsula
Great communication from the start to finish with the owner. Very easy to get a hold off when needed and even reached out to us right when we arrived. We were able to let ourselves in to the beautiful home at the secluded and quiet location in Hellnar. The home is surrounded by a handful of similar homes, but we never heard any noise from anyone. The owner has a set of keys with an alarm that monitors while we were out exploring. It was nice to have even more assurance that our luggage was safe when away. It was great to have a washer and dryer during the stay. So convenient after having stayed at multiple hotels during this trip. There was a nice living room and kitchen with fridge downstairs and a couch and tv upstairs with the three bedrooms. A lot of options to relax after a long day. There are a handful of small restaurants about a 5 minute drive down the road and nicer, larger restaurants and stores within 30 minutes. Very convenient to some top photography locations. We originally wanted to stay in a larger city near they but with everything sold out for the days we wanted, this was what we decided on. A very nice surprise. Would definitely return and recommend to others. The only notice I would leave is that you are asked to wash your sheets and towels at the end of your stay as well as clean the house with cleaning supplies. This wasn’t a problem at all, just wasn’t expecting it. Very easy to keep clean and follow the instructions at checkout.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott C., Langley, Canada

Amazing Hellner Hidaway
We absolutely loved this place. The area and cottage are amazing and we had lots to do for the four days we stayed. The crowning glory was we opened the front door and were greeted by an amazing Aurora Light Show. We would definitely like to spend more time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Perfect cottage in wonderful location
Very comfortable accommodation with everything needed to make our short stay a pleasure. Communication with the owner was very easy and their warm welcome and advice prior to arrival was appreciated. We would definitely use Kjarvalströð 8 again.

10/10 Excellent

Trudy P.

Quiet scenic hideaway
Our family had a fabulous stay over 4 days on the peninsula. We had plenty of room for sleeping, relaxing, and cooking our own meals. The stairs were a bit challenging to master so would advise against smaller children and older adults since all sleeping was upstairs. The dryer takes hours so plan ahead with the laundry to complete before your departure. We enjoyed the view of the ocean from one side and the mountains from the other. We had scenic walks to the water and convenient day trips for other activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mario H.

Great hosts, great property
We booked two cottages in Hellnar to accomodate our parents during our wedding and everything was fantastic. The owners were very friendly and communicative in advance of our stay and we had a great time in the houses, which are indeed very beautifully located and tastefully decorated. Thank you for everything, it was a great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Costel Corneliu M.

Confort and silence in an incredible region
We enjoyed our stay at Hellnar. The house was confortable and spacious. Snaefellsness peninsula is indeed a summary of the Iceland landscape. The only regret was that our holidays ended so soon. Few words cannot describe the beauty of icelandese nature, history and culture. We strongly intend to return one day.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nadège J.

Le top du top!
Cottage de toute beauté! Magnifique maison dans un cadre de rêve. Nous vous recommandons vivement cette location tellement bien aménagée! Séjour de rêve.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Guillaume d.

Wonderful Stay,
Wonderful "village" with some other black houses just next to ours. No worries to have regarding the proximity of the others houses. Great location, and well equipped, very mordern. The house that we booked was smaller than expected (1 house separated in two houses). We were Quite surprise of the size of the bathroom,.. very small,.. as well as the 3 rooms that were quite small. (Not enough room to put our luggage in the floor) On the other hand, It's the prefect spot to see Norther light as they are NO LIGHT Pollution Km around. We had the chance to see a wonderful Norther light during 2h early September. That was awsome. Before departure, you need to clean everything, made the laundry,... That's not a problem if you are aware of it,.. but it takes some time,.. In other word, you need to prepare the house for the next guest, because no one will come in between to check or to clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Wonderful house in a fantastic location
We really enjoyed our four days in Hellnar. The house is very well equipped and offers fantastic views to the sea and the volcano.

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

A great place to stay
We had a wonderful time in this clean and well appointed cottage. The location was perfect for day trips around the peninsula. Working with the owner was easy and we appreciated his quick and helpful response when we had a question. We found the two floor layout convenient for our small family. The large downstairs family room was very nice and filled with light. Older folks may find the stairs to the bedrooms on the second floor a little steep, but it was no problem for any of us. The kitchen had everything we needed and was easy to work in. The close proximity to the other houses was a non-issue, and the house felt private. We hope we can return on our next trip!

10/10 Excellent

Victor C.

Nice to stay here again
The four of us had a very pleasent stay at this beautiful spot. The appartment is perfect for trips around Snaefellsnesjökull.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

This cabin was perfect!
We had a wonderful stay at the cabin in Hellnar. The host Jakob was so helpful and accommodating. I was concerned, at first, about staying in Hellnar and whether there would be enough to do in the area. There was so much to do in just an hour radius that we didn't see everything in four days! I can honestly say this is one of the best places I have ever rented before. The beautiful setting, with the glacier to the front and the ocean at the back, made this cabin perfect for our group. Also, the beds were super comfy. :) I plan to come back and visit again one day. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a cabin in this area.

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaus M.

Great Time in Hellnar ...
We had a very good time in "the second home of Jakob and Elsa". Thank you very much to have the good stay there. The House is very good furnished and well equipped. The location is absolutely perfect to relaxe, to enjoy Iceland and to make beautiful little or longer exploring tours by car or just by walking around the Snæfellsjökull. Unexpected at our first and second night in Hellnar there were aurora and good conditions to make some nice Fotos. Best regards, Nik & Andrea
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2017