See all properties
Entire home

Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss

Photo gallery for Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss

Spanning the serene river, a tranquil bridge connects two peaceful landscapes.
Cozy bedroom with a central bed, sofa, and decorative touches.
Guest house with a flat roof and a simple design, situated in a natural landscape with grassy terrain.
Overlooking a serene water body, this tranquil scene offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, pillows, and a view of a serene outdoor setting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 2226 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss

This newly renovated little gem is offered for rent only since autumn 2015:
One enters the entrance hall with cloakroom and a small but functional kitchenette. From the vestibule, go straight to the shower room with WC. Links goes into it the living room and bedroom. There is a comfortable sofa bed (mattress width 1.60), a table with two chairs and a dresser. The room is bright and friendly and we look Trough the window into nature. The terrace has windbreak to the north and in the summer you can sit nicely with wide views to the southwest and west; down to the river, over the vast plain and the surrounding mountains. Sometimes here grazing horses in the pasture.

Property manager

Petra Mazetti

Languages

Danish, English, German, Norwegian, Swedish

Add dates for prices

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 226 square feet

Similar properties

A dog stands in front of a charming house with a triangular roof and white-framed windows.

View of volcano Hekla and horse pastures, very cozy and quiet,

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 169 reviews
View of volcano Hekla and horse pastures, very cozy and quiet,

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

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

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

This property does not allow children

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Selfoss, Southern Region

What's nearby

  • Skyrland Museum - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Selfoss Church - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Urridafoss Waterfall - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Turf House - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Kerid Crater - 24 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tommi’s burger joint - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC Selfoss - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Samúelsson Matbar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Messin Seafood Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúllan - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Old Dairy Food Hall, Skyrland Museum and Selfoss Church. Tre Og List and Urridafoss Waterfall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This cozy apartment was the perfect home base for exploring Iceland! It was warm and inviting after long days exploring the stunning landscapes. The well-equipped kitchen made it easy to prepare simple meals, and the comfortable bed ensured a restful sleep. I would definitely recommend this apartment to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay in Iceland.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely cabin to have as a base camp for travelling around Southern Iceland.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We have really enjoyed our week just outside Selfoss. The cabin was cosy and equipped with all the essentials, and an excellent base to explore southern Iceland from. We even got to see the Northern Lights from just outside the cabin! Petra was an accessible, friendly and super helpful host, she kindly went above and beyond to help us when our flight was cancelled due to a bad storm. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Everything you need in a small, cute package!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Perfect location for exploring the south coast of Iceland, very clean property and has all the amenities required! Property very well looked after, very warm even when it’s blowing a hoolie outside! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our stay. The location was central for us to use as a hub to take day trips out and back from. It was just the right size for two. The guesthouse was clean and bright and we were greeted by chickens and a rooster upon arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

It was very easy to find. And location was close to activities. Very quiet and the host was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10

Our stay in Selfoss was great, everything is as shown. This was a great home base for all the sites on the south coast. We did stay one night in Jökulsárlón beings it was about a 4 hour drive to do our glacier hike and boat tour. Worked out great.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Just off Route 1, so easy to get everywhere. Nice and warm, cracking shower. Very good in every respect
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10

We really enjoyed staying at the cabin. Everything was perfectly fine and we even saw Northern lights. Thanks for the nice stay Petra!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

The location is great - just outside Selfoss so it was easy to access Selfoss for gas, restaurants and groceries, etc. but it was in a quiet, country-like location. The house was a great size with a well stocked kitchen. Best thing - we got to see the northern lights while standing on the driveway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Me and my partner stayed here for 7 days, the property was absolutely perfect. The location is great it’s easy to find and tucked away but also 10 minutes from town (Selfoss) and 50 minutes from the south coast sites. The cabin was very cosy and had all the amenities we needed, the bed was comfy and perfect. We woke up and were greeted by chickens and a dog outside which was a lovely surprise. The best part was we saw the northern lights from the cabin on the last night, Petra was easy to communicate with and welcoming. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Beautiful property located just east of Selfoss with easy access to the southern region. 10 minutes outside of Selfoss where there are grocery stores, restaurants etc. Secluded with a beautiful river running through front of the property. You might even get to say hi to some chickens!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

As stated, we managed to get a glimpse of the aurora from the porch, which was so nice at the end of our week long stay. When we first arrived, we had a minor issue with the WiFi and shower drain- Petra was responsive and fixed these issues immediately and even checked in with us later in the week. The cabin was a lovely place to come home to after long cold days in Iceland, and we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

This place was clean, cozy and had everything I needed including wifi and a small kitchen. Everything that I wanted to visit was within a one hour distance in every direction. The price is fair. The place is quiet and beautiful surrounded by horses and nature. The views are breathtaking and at night if you are lucky you'll see every star in the sky and the northern lights like I did. Thanks Petra.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Petra is a fantastic host and even lent us an appliance! She offers great recommendations to travel as well. The place itself was exactly as expected and had everything needed for a week stay for 2 people. The location gave us the feeling of being secluded in nature while still being close to town, charging/gas, and most importantly, easy access to the golden circle, black sand beach, waterfalls, hot springs and many other beautiful things Iceland has to offer with only a short drive! Hope to be back soon. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We had one issue. The adres wasn’t on Google maps. And Apple Maps give me a wrong adres. But lucky we had some direction from the owner. So we can locate the adres. But after we found the house it was very comfortable and was a great stay. The shower wasn’t capable of standing on his own. But personally not a issue. We recommend to others who want to stay in Iceland. This is the locatie Apple Maps: 63,93205° N, 20,84315° W You’re welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

This was such a great little spot to relax in at the end of every day of adventure. Cozy, homey environment. Water pressure in shower was great. Everything was lovely. Views outside by the river were amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

our stay was very nice and we have been lucky without TV but with a radio. The cottage was full equiped with all things we needed. It was very clean. It was a pitty we havn`t seen and talked to the owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Wir waren jetzt zum zweiten Mal hier, und fühlen uns sehr verbunden mit dem Haus und Petra. Wir kommen wieder!!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Dépaysement assuré avec cette maison vraiment cocon et sympathique en face des montagnes et rivière. La vue était splendide. Petra est vraiment gentille et avenante. Elle s'est proposé de nous previnir en cas d'apparition d'aurore boréale. Rien à dire sur la propreté ou la fonctionnalité de la maison. Je recommande
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Wir hatten hier eine sehr schöne Zeit. Das kleine Haus hat alles, was man braucht und ist sehr platzsparend und gleichzeitig gemütlich eingerichtet, sodass wir uns sehr wohlgefühlt haben. Wir waren zu zweit und hatten genug Platz. Die Gastgeberin war auch super nett und hat ziemlich schnell auf Fragen geantwortet. Besonders toll fand ich, dass die Heizung schon an war, als wir abends im Kalten ankamen, und das Haus somit schön warm war für unseren Empfang. Sehr empfehlenswerte Unterkunft!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

My Wife and I had a fabulous time at this location, petra was amazing in giving us a lovely expereince. Would highly recommend this location as its just out of town so its a peaceful getaway. Would return here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023