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Cosy Cottages in the middle of nowhere

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Cosy Cottages
Horses some times come by the creek 10m from the cottages
Each cottage has one bunk bed and one sofa bed
A small kitchenette equipped with all essentials to make a simple meal.
A walk towards the mountain and experience the smallest forrest on earth :)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Hvammstangi, Northwestern Region
  • Icelandic Seal Center Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Chapel at Groef
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Hvitserkur
    ‪73 min drive‬
  • Hvammstangi (HVM)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

About this property

Cosy Cottages in the middle of nowhere

This very cosy cottage is located in a beautiful secluded spot (7km from #1) where, in winter, the chances to experience the wild dance of the northern lights are excellent and in the summertime you’ll experience the serene atmosphere of Icelandic nature as it vibrates with life.

Come and enjoy the surroundings which include a beautiful valley with a creek trickling through it, smallest forrest on earth, beautiful old church and hiking paths or keep warm and cosy inside while you relax.

In the cottage you’ll find a small kitchenette equipped with all essentials to make a simple meal. There is a fridge, two plate stove top, coffee maker, toaster and a kettle.

Beds are made, linen is included. The cottage sleeps up to 4 adults. In the cottage is a bunk-bed that consists of 1 1/2 sized lower bed and a single sized top bed, and a sleeping sofa that can be folded out to double size.

This cottage has a private bathroom and shower, towels and shower-soap are included.

Kids are very welcome. Kids under 12 years can stay free of charge if they use the existing beds. Extra bedding will be provided for a small fee. A travel baby crib with or without bedding for small children/toddlers can be provided if asked for. There is a simple playground in the area that kids generally love.

We offer free wi-fi.

You can use everything inside the cottage. Our guests also have a permit to use the BBQ-hut on the campsite which is very close by.

For other services such as groceries, restaurants, gas-station, swimming pool, pharmacy, ATM, post office and other practical things - you will find all of these in Hvammstangi village, which is the village you'll drive through to get to the cottage.

It is also beneficial to visit our tourist information centre if you are interested in knowing more about the area or if you'd like to book a sight-seeing tour, for example to see some seals.

There is a self-check in process to the cottage. You'll get the information you need few days before you arrive. I'm close by and always available through messages on airbnb, email and phone, ready to assist.

Property manager

Kristin

Languages

Danish, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are allowed upon request.
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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

Hvammstangi

Located in Hvammstangi, this cottage is by the sea. Chapel at Groef and Borgarvirki are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kolufossar Falls and Lake Vesturhópsvatn. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Hvammstangi, Northwestern Region

What's nearby

  • Icelandic Seal Center Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Chapel at Groef - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Borgarvirki - 40 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Illugastadir seal watching - 50 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Hvitserkur - 73 min drive - 49.3 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sjávarborg - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Vertinn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sirop Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hlaðan Kaffihús - Hvammstanga - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Cottages in the middle of nowhere pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Cottages in the middle of nowhere?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Cottages in the middle of nowhere?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cosy Cottages in the middle of nowhere located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Icelandic Seal Center Museum and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Chapel at Groef. Kolufossar Falls and Illugastadir seal watching are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ryan H.

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

Quiet campground in the country

Overall had a great stay. The beds were comfortable and the campground was easy to find. Only half the hotplate worked, but we were able to manage just fine. Tge scebery was wonderful and it was very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Perfect Spot

Enjoyed the stay and the perfect spot to spend the night and see the seals.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Astrid G.

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

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10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Perfect for what we needed

Arrived late after a long day of exploring and were easily able to get in and stay without having to worry about what time we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Ronnie L.

The property was cute and well maintained.

The property was cute, well maintained, and provided all the amenities. One thing which I don't think I realized was how small the cabin was. For 3 adults traveling for 14 days the addition of 3 suitcases and travel bags took up a lot of room and made it rather uncomfortable. My error entirely. So if you are a backpacker or feel comfortable leaving your bags in the car this is a fun place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

About the host

Hosted by Kristin

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I'm Kristin and I'm your host at Hvammstangi Cottages. Apart from managing the cottages I'm a yarn dyer and a strawberry farmer. Husband and I have 4 kids, 18, 16, 13 and 5 years old - and then there is the dog.

Why they chose this property

The Cottages were built by us in 2012, we chose to have them in Kirkjuhvammur, a beautiful spot above Hvammstangi Village to allow our visitors to stay in a secluded spot but yet close to town, not by #1 but not very far from it either.

Languages:

English, Danish