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Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur

Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Patreksfjordur, Westfjords
  • Popular LocationVatnsfjordur Nature Reserve6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDynjandi62 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Icelandic Sea Monster Museum68 min drive
  • AirportBildudalur (BIU)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur

The spacious cottage Tvera is situated in the secluded pristine environment of the widely untouched south coast of Iceland’s Westfjord. The lodge is centrally sited for a visit to many spectacular nature sights, would it be the puffins of the Latrabjarg cliffs, the unique red beach of Raudasandur, all the natural geothermal pools in the area - or just the herbal vegetation and the creeks on a refreshing hike from the entrance door of the lodge. The surroundings of Tvera are steeped in history with one of the first discoverers of Iceland, the ninth century Norseman Hrafna-Floki who gave Iceland it's name, choosing to settle here so he could enjoy the beautiful view over the bay.
Tvera sleeps up to 11 guests, but please notice, there's an extra charge per person per night exceeding 6 guests.
Tvera is very close to the ferry harbor Brjanslaekur, where the car & passenger ferry from the town Stykkisholmur arrives, passing the cult-island Flatey on its way across the bay. It is also close to the road junction for the main town of the Westfjords, Isafjordur, hosting "Tjoruhusid" the best fish restaurant in Iceland. There is only a 25 minute panoramic drive to Dynjandi, the most beautiful and impressive waterfall of the Westfjords (100m high).
In the late summer/autumn you can pick blueberries all around and mushrooms too.
Are you heading up North, to the East or to the South? We also run the quality cottages "Hamragil" by the town Akureyri up North (Booking Number 3925011), Borgarbrekka in South East Iceland, 35 km east of town Höfn, "Stekkar" south of the great sights Geysir and Gullfoss (2903253) and "Brekka" right at the bay Hvalfjord just north of Reykjavik (9257064).

Property manager

Jon Baldur Torbjornsson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Danish, English, German, Norwegian, Swedish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vesturbyggð

Located in Vesturbyggð, this cottage is in a rural area and near the bay. Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve and Dynjandi. Water tubing, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Patreksfjordur, Westfjords

What's nearby

  • Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve - 6 min drive
  • Dynjandi - 62 min drive
  • Raudisangur Beach - 66 min drive
  • Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord - 67 min drive
  • The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurant Flokalundur - 5 min drive
  • Flakkarinn - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur located?

Located near the bay, this family-friendly cottage is 4.4 mi (7 km) from Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve and 22.6 mi (36.4 km) from Dynjandi.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Peace and Quiet
If you are looking for a remote location in the Westfjords with an amazing view, this is the place. The view from the living/dining room overlooking Vatnsfjordur and the Atlantic Ocean is serene and can't be beat for beauty. The location is very quiet with very little car traffic. You have to travel 45 minutes to the nearest town, but there is a hotel within a couple of miles with a gas pump and a good restaurant. The location is a good base for traveling to many of the Westfjord sites. The lodge is well appointed with all kitchen necessities. I traveled solo but there are plenty of comfortable beds for a larger group. It is always nice to have an accommodation with a washer and dryer. Several days the sheep were on the front lawn. The host Jon Baldur was very quick to reply to my many questions prior to travel. This was my 3rd trip to Iceland and I will be sure to use another Nordic Lodge in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property in the Westfjords
This was a wonderful vacation rental in the sparsely populated Westfjords. Very convenient location by the ferry terminal and with a hotel, restaurant, and natural hot pot down the road. Beautiful sweeping vistas out of most windows. We saw Arctic foxes right in front of the property. Relatively short drive to some of the area's major attractions, including the Dynjandi Waterfall, red sand beach, and Latrabjarg bird cliffs. The home was spotless when we arrived and our hosts were very gracious and communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine D., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
We loved every minute of our stay in this wonderful retreat. The views are breathtaking, the house has everything you need, is very comfortable, and well situated to reach the beautiful sites across the Westfjords. And Jon is absolutely wonderful to work with, one of the best hosts we have encountered in all our travels. Thanks for everything, Jon.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best of the Westfjords South
A perfect place to explore the southern part of the Westfjords...very convenient location! Clean house with everything you need. Feels remote. Has gorgeous views. Nice walks at low tide and hiking in canyons nearby. Jon easy to communicate with. Has other beautiful places we would like to stay at in the future...see his postcards at the house! We'll be back. Thank you!!! Leslie & Martin
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical stay
The house is in a great location, is very clean and comfortable, and has everything you need for cooking. Our host was wonderful about communication. We loved looking out the front window at the fjord. Twice a white tailed eagle landed on the rocks in the water out front. It was a great place to spend 5 days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jon Baldur Torbjornsson

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Hooked on tourism, yet studied automotive engineering in the University for Applied Sciences in Munich, Germany with the graduation Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Fahrzeugtechnik. After being technical director at the car inspection and type approval branch (MOT/TÜV) in Iceland for a few years I got more and more linked to the tourism, using my good knowledge in German, English and Swedish.
Tourist guide since 1983 and owner and operator of the tour agency Isafold Travel and the unique 4x4 rental Isak for 18 years.
Sold the whole business in 2015 to start up a new enterprise, Nordic Lodges. This company runs a few vacation rentals in various parts of Iceland, offering the concept "Roof 'n Route", which makes our lodges to "step stones" on your travel in Iceland.
Tourism and music are my hobbies, and that's where I'm now!

Why they chose this property

Tvera is a big cottage, sleeping 10+ people in 5 bedrooms with 3 queen size double beds, 2 twin rooms and the possibility of 1 extra bed. The location is a selected one, up in the hillside with a great view on the whole bay, over to the peninsula Snaefellsnes. Here you are the the King (and the queen!) Tvera offers lots of privacy, though being only 2 km away from the ferry harbour of Brjanslaekur. Tvera is within a easy range to the unique puffin cliffs Latrabjarg, the smashing red sand shore Raudasandur and only 4 km away from the road junction to the breathtaking waterfall Dynjandi and to the beautiful town of Isafjordur. Access to geothermal nature pools almost everywhere gives you the possibility to gaze at the northern lights in the winter time, while sitting in the pool -don't get too tired for to drive back to the lodge!

What makes this property unique

Combination of location, total privacy and an unlimited nature. The highlight for nature lovers, who like to dip in a natural geothermal pool every now and then. Tvera is on the cross roads to town Stykkisholmur (ferry every day), the bird cliffs in the West, the most intriguing waterfall of the Westfjords (Dynjandi), the best fish restaurant in Iceland (Tjöruhusid) in the town Isafjordur, and the western most point of Europe, Látrabjarg, teeming with puffin in the early summer.

Languages:

English, German, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish

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