Spacious family house with spectacular views

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6155 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

RVK, Capital Region

Laugavegur12 min drive
Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool12 min drive
Reykjavik Harbour16 min drive
Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Main bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our house has spectacular views over the sea, mountains and Snæfellsjökull (glacier). The distance to the city center is only 15 km, easily accessible by car or public transportation.

A shopping centre, including a 24/7 grocery store, take away and fast food restaurants, a pharmacy, and a liquor store, is within 5 minutes walking distance. A heated swimming pool is only 5 minutes away by car. Two golf courses are very close by. Free parking.

Our place is good for couples, friends, families (with kids), and business travelers.

We are licensed by the Reykjavik District Commissioner. License#: HG-00000248

Property manager

Raven

Languages

Danish, English, Norwegian, Swedish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Reykjavik

This holiday home is located in Grafarvogur, a neighbourhood in Reykjavik, and is next to a golf course and by the ocean. Travellers looking for local activities can try Reykjavik Harbour and Sky Lagoon, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Harpa. Varmarlaug Swimming Pool and Lagafellslaug are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

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RVK, Capital Region

What's nearby

Laugavegur - 12 min drive
Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool - 12 min drive
Hallgrimskirkja - 13 min drive
Harpa - 14 min drive
Reykjavik Harbour - 16 min drive

Getting around

Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
‪KFC / TacoBell - ‬6 min drive
‪Passion - ‬10 min drive
‪Bláa sjoppan - ‬12 min walk
‪Blik - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious family house with spectacular views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious family house with spectacular views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious family house with spectacular views?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Spacious family house with spectacular views located?

Located in Grafarvogur, this golf holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Korpa Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hlioavollur Golf Course and Grafarholt Golf Course. Árbær Open Air Museum is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle T.

22 Apr 2024

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

9 days in Iceland

Beautiful property, perfect for our families trip to Iceland. Spacious home with spectacular views and so close to downtown Reykjavík.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K.

24 Feb 2024

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

Cute, clean & spacious

Raven's home was beautiful, great location to downtown, easy to get around. My kids loved the space. The view was beautiful, we walked the beach, etc. Raven respinded quickly to any needs or questions. She actually had her cabinets stocked with supplies which made it easy and very welcoming. We would definitely stay here again

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

15 Feb 2024

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

Beautiful Home

Lovely spacious property with fantastic views. The house was well equipped with everything you would need for a stay. The house was in a great location and the area around the property was quiet and safe with a selection of shops and supermarkets within walking distance. We really enjoyed walking across to the island, Reykjavic was also a short drive away. We would definitely recommend this property and would love to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gadi B.

2 Jan 2024

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

An incredible property with breath-taking views

I stayed in this home with my wife and three children (13, 13, 16). We strongly recommend this home to anyone who is visiting Reykjavík. This property had three attributes that I look for in a great VRBO: the property itself was warm, open, clean, and matched its description and pictures perfectly. If anything, the hosts have made the home even better than its images suggest (for example, where there is only a single chair in the living room according to the image, there is now a love-seat). Second, the area around the home is stunning and the location is very convenient to stores (including two grocery stores and few eat-in/take-out restaurants) and to major roadways that take you where you want to go. In our case, we went both into the city of Reykjavík as well as to some national parks in the opposite direction. Finally, the hosts were very helpful and responsive. We visited Iceland shortly after a major volcanic eruption and some of the attractions we wanted to see were closed. The hosts helped us find some other options and assured us that their home was unaffected (they were right). You will not go wrong with this home. We only wish we had more time in it!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

7 Apr 2023

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

Spectacular house!

This property did not disappoint! It is absolutely gorgeous, the views are absolutely breathtaking, the house is very well, equipped, extremely clean, and the owner answered me each and every time I reached out. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J., Raleigh

30 Mar 2023

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

Great Stay with A View

Really enjoyed staying here. The view is fantastic - even saw the northern lights one evening. Location is close to all amenities (fuel, groceries, restaurants, etc.). House was very clean and well appointed.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri N.

7 Mar 2023

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

Perfect location and excellent property

Could not have asked for a better location or house. Highly recommend to anyone.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

DOMINIQUE C.

25 Jan 2023

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

Islande

Séjour parfait. On reviendra

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

23 Feb 2020

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

Introducing Iceland to the family

Hrafns house was situated in a perfect location for us. Not in the middle of Reykjavik but near enough for a short drive into town. We hired a car from Keflavik, not sure about bus routes but we saw quite a few buses around the area. House is amazing with stunning views (the photos can’t do it justice). We found it great for family of 4 (2 adults, 15 yr old and 11 yr old boys) , plenty of room, and upside down layout worked fine as it maximises the light and amazing views. Hrafn was a great host, with timely communication and tips, even though he was away in Spain himself! The house had everything we needed, and neighbourhood is lovely and quiet. Good shops and petrol station nearby, and a decent swimming pool. would definitely recommend and hope to come back and stay in Summer time. Thanks Hrafn for a great stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

1 Jan 2020

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

Amazing house! Perfect location!

We are a family of 5 traveling with a 21 yo son, 20 yo son and 16 yo daughter. We absolutely loved our stay and the house it could not have been any more convenient! It is a stones throw away from a Subway, Domino’s pizza and two grocery stores. Everything you need (pots, pans, plates, bowls, etc.) to cook a good meal after a day of exploration is stocked in the kitchen. The neighborhood is a quiet family oriented area and we felt very safe. I would highly recommend this house! Oh..... and if you happen to stay on New Years Eve you will experience an incredible fireworks show! This neighborhood goes ALL OUT!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Berthold L.

26 Sept 2019

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

GENUSS PUR

ES PASSTE EINFACH ALLES PERFEKT

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chrisan T.

11 Aug 2019

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

Beautiful 57 Vaettaborgir Grafarvogur!! Raven's Beautiful Home

Words cannot express how lovely this home really is! From the minute you arrive, Raven is there to explain everything, such a gracious man! The views from every room are amazing... mountains, water and sunsets! The kitchen is stocked with everything you would need to prepare meals. The bedrooms are so comfortable, cozy, and have room darkening shades for the Iceland summers. The bathroom has 2 large sinks, nice shower, and a huge soaker tub. Towels are provided. Such a bonus to have a washer/dryer unit, soap provided, so you don't have to travel home with wet clothes. The patio is so awesome, great place see the amazing views! So excited that Raven will soon have a Hottub on that patio! This home exceeded all our expectations and would love to return. Thank you, Raven and family for everything!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Kristen L.

3 July 2019

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

Lovely view in a quiet neighborhood

The kitchen/living room area are lofty and open with high ceilings. Lots of space to relax in and windows to open for a nice breeze. Plenty of dishes and cooking items (pots, pans, spices, etc. in kitchen). All bedrooms and one bathroom are downstairs. The pictures of furniture and décor on VRBO website were somewhat different from what we found on arrival. Towels needed to be replaced and some furniture items could use some updating. Other than that it was great. Owner was easy to work with and friendly.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

A P.

7 June 2019

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

Great location

We had a lovely visit and the suburban house was perfect for our needs with two kiddos. You just can’t beat the mountain views from the picture windows upstairs as well as the convenient location to the city as well as trips to the countryside. We did have a car so I can’t comment on the bus, but the stop did appear to be close and you could walk to the grocery if necessary. Recommended.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aron H., Buffalo, Minnesota

11 Apr 2019

Fantastic!

We stayed at Grafarvogur last week from March 31st - April 5th 2019 with our 2 teenage daughters. All we can say is WOW! The accommodations exceeded our expectations. Clean, spacious, iconic views and proximity to everything! We had an early arrival and Raven was at the house to greet us. He provided us with a quick tutorial on everything in the house and provided local maps and insights on the immediate area. The house is located at the end of a cul de sac(so no through traffic) in a quiet residential area of North Reykjavik. The location is wonderful, walking distance to a shopping center with a wonderful coffee shop, 2 grocery stores, a Dominos and a few other shops. Literally down the hill and across the street are miles of connected running / walking paths, a beach to explore and a sculpture garden along the path. Take the time to walk down and explore the beach, the views are incredible and the black sand beach is beautiful. From the house to DT Reykjavik is about 15-20 minutes if you have a car or there is a bus stop at the end of the street. The house was very comfortable with three bedrooms downstairs, the Wi FI worked great (no complaints from the girls at all about connectivity) and the views are truly amazing. There is a washer and dryer with soap, the kitchen is fully appointed and stocked with all necessary cooking utensils. The bathroom downstairs has a separate tub and shower and dual sinks which was very handy. We were all over the country having visited Hofsos, Akureyri, Lake Myvatn and the Glacier Lagoon to the south and we were always happy to come "home" to the comfort of Raven's home after our excursions. If you have children there are nice decorations and artifacts in the house (heads up if you have toddlers) our teenage daughters loved the house and the vibe it provided. One fun touch is the wonderful artwork and paintings on display throughout the house in almost every room. The house is a wonderfully comfortable place to stay for a family or a group of friends as you explore Iceland. We will definitely visit Iceland again and we hope to have the opportunity stay at Raven's house when we return. :) A Hill & Family - Minnesota, USA

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Harald L.

11 Mar 2019

Wunderbares Haus mit herrlichem Blick auf Fjord und Hausberg

Wir haben den Aufenthalt in dem geräumigen, großzügigen Haus sehr genossen.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

10 Jan 2019

Wonderful house

The house is lovely, with a superb kitchen and a beautiful lounge. We had a wonderful stay.. it was great to return each evening to a warm, cozy house. The views from upstairs are lovely and the location is great. It took us 15 minutes to drive to the bus station for all the tours of the island. There is only one bathroom though, so if there are six in your group, you may find that difficult. Raven was a great host, meeting us at the house when we arrived and explaining everything. Really can't find fault with anything.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Silvia H.

24 Nov 2018

It was pleasant , clean , comfortable and very nice to come “home” to after a day of adventure.

Very well furnished and generously supplied with all necessary utensils, towels etc.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Klas H.

25 Sept 2018

Very comfortable house and great location as a base to explore Iceland

House is very comfortable with all the amenities with a great upper floor that allows you to relax after exploring for the day. The views from the upper floor allow you to see the snow capped mountains and the water. Located in a very quiet neighborhood. The only thing that needs to be improved is the lock to the front door. It sticks and can be a challenge to open. You can't have anything in your hands when opening the door since you need to lean into it and press hard to get the key to work. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia C.

23 July 2018

Perfect place for a family

We had a wonderful time in this house. It is very conveniently located to explore Reykjavik and the Golden Circle. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. The house offers everything you need for a comfortable holiday with a family. Although the weather was bad we really enjoyed our stay in Reykjavik.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery F.

3 June 2018

Perfection.

Great hosts. Great communication. Left plenty of informational brochures and discount eateries. Perfect stay

Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

25 Nov 2017

One of the most beautiful Iceland views right from house !

House was perfect couldn’t have asked for anything else. Sprawling views from entire entire second floor . Great location close to shopping and just far enough from city. Owners very friendly would recommend to all.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cory L.

15 Sept 2017

The perfect place to stay if visiting Reykjavik

This exceeded our expectations. This place was as beautiful as the pictures online. Perfect for 3-4 adults and 2 children. It is super close to two grocery stores and only a 10 minute drive into town. There is also a great trail system all throughout the area that we used for after dinner walks or morning runs. If you're not renting a car just take the #6 bus into town...easy. We felt lucky to have found the place and the owners were very nice and accommodating.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William F., Belmont, MA

19 Aug 2017

Beautiful house, perfect location!

I stayed here with my family (wife and 3 kids) and it was the perfect place. The house is lovely and comfortable, with all amenities that you could need. Great kitchen, comfortable beds and living room and amazing views of the mountains and water. The artwork and decorations were very tasteful as well! Super close to grocery stores, take out and liquor store - all 5 mins walk. Great running and walking trails along water. Short drive to Reykjavik and good location to explore rest of the island. We loved it and thank you Raven!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

marion d.

7 Aug 2017

Highly recommended for exploring the Reykjavik area

Beautiful house, clean and very well equipped, in a quiet neighbor with amazing views.Close to Reykjavik and easy access. Great communication with the owner who welcomed us and showed us the house when we arrived. Would definitely come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Raven

What makes this property unique

Our house is within a few minutes walk to the sea, with unique views over the mountains. A shopping centre, including a 24/7 grocery store, take away and fast food restaurants, a pharmacy, and a liquor store, is within 5 minutes walking distance.

Two golf courses (Reykjavik Golf Club; are within 10 minutes drive from our house.