Open living/dining area with a fireplace
Significant family home in art deco style, built 1939
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
The view from Perlan, a recommended nearby destination
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
Harpa Concert Hall, a recommended nearby destination
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
H5 - Reykjavík, Iceland
Children place shoes in the windows for the Julelads
1/23
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H5

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Description

This fine home is located in a quiet residential area within easy walking reach of Reykjavik downtown and key tourist attractions.

The house was built in 1939 as a single family home, and as such, it is a substantial property in art deco style in one of the earlier settlements of Reykjavik.

It is ideal for a family stay (best for children aged 4 and above) and it includes all the comforts and amenities of modern life. There are two large bedrooms and one for a smaller child. There is a heated drive and a laundry/utility room in the basement.

Whether summer or winter, the fireplace adds to the cosy atmosphere and the views of the front garden and neighbouring houses are serene and beautiful.

Its a treasured home-away-from-home and one of our favourite family activities are evening swims at Sundhollin, the Reykjavik Pool, located only in a 3 minute walking distance and open until 10pm in the evening. This is wonderful all year-round and in any weather!

The house stands at the edge of Klambratun, a local park that includes children's play areas and houses Kjarvalsstadir, a beautiful art museum with a lovely bistro. Other key tourist attractions such as Perlan (ice cave, nature exhibitions, zip-line and restaurant), Harpa Concert Hall, Hallgrimskirkja Church, boat trips, downtown restaurants and shopping streets, are all within easy walking distance.

We would also always recommend that visitors take the opportunity to visit the surroundings of Reykjavik and take day trips to natural parks such as Thingvellir or explore the sites of the Golden Circle. A trip to one of the amazing lagoons near the city such as Sky Lagoon or Blue Lagoon is also a must. And if you are into some hiking, there is no need to go far, a hike up the city mountain, Esjan, is well worth the effort!


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Property Amenities

No Pets Allowed | Not Handicap Accessible

Facilities
Dedicated Work Space
Other
Fireplace
High Speed Internet
Washer & Dryer
Wireless Internet



Property Details

Size

Private Residence with 3 levels
3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2100 square feet, 196 square meters

Bedrooms

King, Bunk, and Other
5 guests maximum

Additional sleeping options:

Master bedroom - 180*200cm
Sofabed upstairs - 140*200cm
Bunkbed upstairs - 140*200cm
Kids bed upstairs - 90*160cm

Nearest airport

Keflavík International Airport
45 minutes drive

Property View

Front garden and and neighbouring houses.

Activities of Interest

  • Arts
  • Fish
  • Hike
  • Snow Skiing
  • Watersports
  • Lagafellslaug - This entertaining water park offers a massive pool, hot tub, sauna, and even a gym!
  • Safari Quads - Explore the unique landscape of Iceland
  • Mountaineers of Iceland - Ride a snowmobile, take a tour an ice tunnel, and so much more with this adventure company!

Places of Interest

  • Downtown Reykjavik - Reykjavík is so much more than just a destination; it’s a place of exciting possibilities surrounded by incredible landscapes, where countless adventures beckon
  • Thingvellir National Park - Explore the rugged hiking trails of this national park.
  • Bessastaðir - Besides being the residence of the President of Iceland, Bessastaðir is also an important historical site that has played a prominent role in the history of the country.
  • Harpa Concert Hall - Harpa is an enchanting destination for intrigued travellers and its grand-scale award-winning architecture has attracted 4 million guests since its opening, May 4, 2011.
  • Hofsstadir Historic Park Viking Longhouse - At the new history park at Hofsstaðir, visitors can experience an interesting, extensive and entertaining multimedia presentation which includes three-dimensional reconstructions of the longhouse.




Reviews

Michael G.

June 2023

Perfect week in Reykjavik

We did not know what to expect but the place exceeded all our expectation: the house is very welcoming and was spotlessly clean. The place radiates Nordic hospitality and comfort: down blankets in bedrooms, wool blankets in the living room to cover up while watching the rain outside. Working fire place and hot water radiators made rooms comfortable warm and inviting in any weather. The house is open and bright, every space is smartly and beautifully decorated. The host Anna made our vacation perfect! Anna was so nice letting us check in early morning instead of normal 4pm. We were very tired and jet legged after our overnight trans-Atlantic flight so a mid-day nap was highly appreciated. Anna left us a lot of reading material about Iceland and things to do in Reykjavik, and provided great recommendations for shops and restaurants. The house location is very convenient, and is in walking distance to all Reykjavik attractions. It was very helpful to stay close to downtown as parking in downtown Reykjavik is difficult and very expensive. The house has a designated parking spot, that was also very convenient as we had a rental car for day trips around Iceland. Everything was perfect for a memorable Iceland adventure.”