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

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A small, single-story black building with white trim and a corrugated metal roof, situated in a grassy field with a mountain in the background.
A living room with a grey sectional sofa, a framed landscape painting, and decorative shelves with plants and figurines.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in oven.
A bed with a black and white duvet, a white pillow, and a plain wall with vertical lines.
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and calm blue waters.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Playground on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Hellnar, Snæfellsbær
  • Place, Vatnshellir Cave
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Arnarstapi Cliffs
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Rauðfeldsgjá
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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

Very cosy one bedroom house. Tastefully decorated warm and welcoming.

Kjarvalströð 12 is a one bedroom 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!

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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 1:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please note that cleaning is required before departure. Please read carefully instructions.

Important information

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Property # 10907842
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

About the area

Hellnar

Located in Snæfellsbær, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Ólafsvíkur Swimming Pool and Grundarfjardar Swimming Pool are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rauðfeldsgjá and Vatnshellir Cave. Maritime Museum in the Fisherman's Garden and Grundfjordur Public Pool are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Hellnar, Snæfellsbær

What's nearby

  • Vatnshellir Cave - 10 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Arnarstapi Cliffs - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Rauðfeldsgjá - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Lóndrangar - 16 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Djupalonssandur Beach - 21 min drive - 19.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Stapinn Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arnarstapi Centre - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Samkomuhúsið Arnarstapa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Munch Wagon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Snæfell - ‬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.

How much does it cost to stay at GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK ?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK on 29 Sept 2026 start from AU$885, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at GREAT LOCATION - LUXURY COTTAGE – UNIQUE SURROUNDINGS - GLACIER – NATIONAL PARK ?

On-site parking is available at the 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 1:00 PM.

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

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Arnarstapi Cliffs and within 6 miles (10 km) of Rauðfeldsgjá and Vatnshellir Cave. Djupalonssandur Beach is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good, clean nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nestled below Snaefelles Volcano and above the Sea, this cabin has a striking location. The house is modern, quiet, clean, and comfortable. We spent one day touring the national park and another circumnavigating the northern and southern shores of the peninsula. Made for a memorable and restorative interlude.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed and is part of a small group of vacation homes in a quiet location that is perfect for exploring the Snaefellsness peninsula. The scenery around the cottage can only be described as stunning. Given the otherwise exorbitant prices for accommodation in Iceland, the value was more than excellent and the chore of cleaning the cottage and doing the laundry at the end of the stay was much less of a burden than we had expected. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin with unmatched views right outside the door. Lots of spices left in the cupboards, no need to bring salt and pepper. Several packs of toilet paper left by previous occupants too. Pots, pans and dishes were well stocked and good quality. You do your own cleaning and laundry, so figure time for washing linens and towels before you leave. I didn’t see an outdoor outlet for a plug-in hybrid car so don’t rent that.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location to explore

Very cute and everything we needed to a very pleasant stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Small, clean & excellent stay.

Excellent crash pad for those looking to hike and explore this part of Iceland. It is small, but has everything a couple on the go in Iceland would need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Cozy comfortable house in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

I stayed here in late march and it was perfect… not busy, northern lights vieable from the front door, and I felt almost as if I had the entire area to myself. A wonderful quiet getaway in a convenient location to the park. Cozy cottage was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We couldn’t have loved our stay here more. It was so cozy and comfortable, with a beautiful view of both the ocean and the mountain. I was worried I’d have trouble sleeping with the midnight sun but the blackout shades were equipped on all windows and I slept wonderfully. I already want to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

It was a realy pleasant stay. With a lot of auroras
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A big of magic on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula

The accommodation and location could not have been more perfect! An amazing small compound of character houses set in the picturesque town of Hellnar.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Five stars. Excellent place and great location. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!!!

Other worldly… location was perfect. The cottage cosy and warm. Close to fabulous hiking, the glacier and exceptional horseriding. We loved it! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Hellnar

The perfect place to stay. Very peaceful and quiet. The house was exactly what we needed. Even laundry! Close to many wonderful hikes, waterfalls, hot springs and tons of bird for watching.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning location

This is a fabulous house in an amazing location. The house is well equipped and more spacious than it looks, and it has great views on all our sides. It is a set in a very small village close to the coast, and there is also a lovely cafe within 5 mins walk. It is well placed to visit all the attractions in the area. Our host was very friendly and helpful and I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was compact and well equipped for 2 people. I liked the quiet location and easy parking. I had two caveats: large downloads and streaming was prohibited on the wifi and guests were requested to change the bedding, make up the bed for the next guests arriving.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tiny little cottages in the southern part of the western fjords

We had some relaxing days in this tiny little cottage that offers everything you need for a stay. Unfortunately, we had pretty bad weather (windy, snowy and cold), so that we decided to leave earlier than planned. But during summer time it must be marvelous.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

nice cottage

Nice cottage with a big living room (compared to all other cottages where we were). We covered the camera in the living room as we didn't find that appropriate. Great view on the snaefelljökull and the sea, the latter unfortunately interrupted by some other cottages.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2022
Thank you for your review Rolf. There is no camera in the house! Only a motion detector for the burglar alarm. Wish you had asked me about that.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely home and fabulous location!

This lovely one bedroom home has everything you need to be self-sufficient and enjoy the beauty of the natural environment. It's located in a little cluster of similar new (but fashioned in the old Icelandic style) homes and is well-kept with picnic table out the back door. Everything was clean (be aware that you do the cleaning when you leave so that it's nice for the next person), spacious-feeling and decorated in a very cozy, homey way. We had a problem accessing the DVD, but Jakob talked us down and we enjoyed their movie collection. Overall, a really wonderful vacation home! Oh, and Jakob was very helpful planning in advance of our trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you !!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location. Something special.

There is something to be said about staying in one area in Iceland rather than bouncing all around and spending too much time on the road. This cabin provides the PERFECT location. Such an abundance and variety of great things to do nearby. I recommend staying a few days here or even a full week. The cabin itself is fantastic for one or two people. All modern conveniences in working order. Thank goodness for the blinds... much needed in June at night. Very clean. Great to have a kitchen as it saves from eating out all the time, and there aren't many restaurants in the area anyway. View from cabin is to die for. Yeah, you gotta clean when you leave but that's a small price to pay for the perfect cabin in the perfect local.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2022
Thank you Erik :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Could not have asked for more!

Wow, how to put into words what a glorious stay my spouse and I had at this property! The house itself was as elegant, warm, and accommodating as we could have wished for, and the location was just consistently stunning. There are incredible views from the living room of the crashing ocean on the tall rocks with the sun on the horizon, impressive snow-covered mountains looming from the opposite side, and a cosy, charming home with truly impressive insulation and so many extra amenities we never knew needed to make our stay even more incredible than it already was (the heated bathroom floor leaps to mind!). We had a wonderful time those four days driving around the peninsula seeing the excessively beautiful and variable landscape and visiting the lovely, small communities in the area. The owner was responsive and maintained clear communication throughout the process, and overall I just couldn't be happier. I deeply hope we get another opportunity to stay in this gorgeous location!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time in this cozy cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the wrong Housenumber,but we found our House.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine sehr schönes Haus mit allem ausgestattet was man benötigt. Betten sehr gut - WLAN stabil - Aussicht grandios - Lage perfekt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Ligging was goede uitval basis om van alles te bezoeken. Mooi uitzicht, voorkant zee , achter kant bergen. Huisje voelde gelijk heel prettig aan. Huisje moest schoon gemaakt worden bij vertrek vond ik prima. Werd ook verwacht dat je het beddengoed en handdoeken schoon gewassen achterliet, voor ons geen probleem omdat we pas s'avonds vlogen.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026

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