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Luxury, Modern, HotTub with Fantastic River / Mountain View on the Golden Circle

Riverside cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Luxury in the heart of the Golden Circle with a breathtaking river/mountain view
Display of the northern lights seen from the porch in January.
Rejuvenate and unwind in the hot tub in the midst of the beautiful countryside.
View over the river Hvítá and the volcanic mountains Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull
Bright, spacious, and well equipped kitchen with large dining table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Selfoss, Laugarás
  • Place, Skalholt Cathedral
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Skalholt Historical Site
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Secret Lagoon
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury, Modern, HotTub with Fantastic River / Mountain View on the Golden Circle

Austurbyggð 3, in Laugarás, is a perfect base for your Icelandic holiday. It is located in the heart of the Golden Circle with many attractions close by. You can visit the amazing, natural and powerful hot spring Geysir and the beautiful waterfall Gullfoss, also Thingvellir National Park with all its nature phenomenon, Crater Kerið and the historical viking landmark Skálholt. Other interesting places to visit are the active volcanoes Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull, the amazing Westman Islands and beautiful Seljalandsfoss. Stroll through center of the nearby cozy town of Selfoss and drop by the cafe’s, museums, shops and restaurants. Take a drive to the Reykjavík capital with all its glory, nightlife and culture, or take a day trip to the west to Snæfellsjökull national park or to the east to Vík and the Black Beach. Activities such as horse riding, fishing, hiking and snowmobiling are all in the area.

In the evenings you will always come back home to this modern architecturally designed house in Laugarás and the first thing you might do is to relax in the hot tub and enjoy the views or the Northern Lights in the peace and quietness after a memorable day.

The house has a large kitchen with a long countertop, it is very spacious and ideal for family and friends preparing a good meal together. The kitchen has all necessary tableware and quality equipments for cooking and baking. The living room has floor to ceiling windows and an amazing view. Even if you are inside it feels like you are still completely connected to nature. In the living room you will find books and magazines to read and a great variety of TV channels on the large flat screen TV. The bedrooms are bright and spacious, with high quality beds, and a beautiful view. The bathrooms are spacious with long wooden countertops, both with a large shower room.

The design of the house is outstanding and well thought out. It has floor to ceiling windows, open space, hardwood floor, natural stone tiles, designed lighting, and with one of the most advanced and environmentally friendly floor heating systems installed in houses today. The heating system is perfect and we can guarantee you a warm and cozy house in the winter time.The house is designed by one of our best architects, Sigurður Ólafur Sigurðsson who designed many of our spectacular modern houses in Iceland.

On the large patio surrounding the house is a nice hot tub that fits up to 8 people, barbecue grill and comfortable outdoor seating. The patio is perfect for making a good meal and relaxing in the peaceful environment. Beside the house is a grass lawn, ideal for kids to play.

We have been connected to Laugarás since childhood and would like to share good advice and information about the house or the area so don't hesitate to send us an e-mail request about anything you would like to know and we will do our best to help you.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
All Children are Welcome.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Set the Alarm
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number LG-REK-014289

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Laugaras

Located in Bláskógabyggd, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Laugarvatn Fontana and Urridafoss Waterfall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brúarfoss and Secret Lagoon. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Selfoss, Laugarás

What's nearby

  • Skalholt Cathedral - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Skalholt Historical Site - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Secret Lagoon - 27 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Laugarvatn Fontana - 28 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Geysir Hot Springs - 36 min drive - 41.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Friðheimar Greenhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vínstofa Friðheima - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Café Mika - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fish & Chips - Reykholt Hub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Minilik - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury, Modern, HotTub with Fantastic River / Mountain View on the Golden Circle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury, Modern, HotTub with Fantastic River / Mountain View on the Golden Circle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury, Modern, HotTub with Fantastic River / Mountain View on the Golden Circle?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury, Modern, HotTub with Fantastic River / Mountain View on the Golden Circle located?

This family-friendly Bláskógabyggd cottage is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Skalholt Cathedral and Skalholt Historical Site. Brúarfoss and Secret Lagoon are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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. 134 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Serena K.

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

Perfect for extended family vacation

Perfect place to stay with large family. Location was quiet and well situated for day trips. Had all the amenities we needed for meals in. Hosts were responsive. Gave tons of information ahead of time to help with planning our trip. Highly recommend!
View from the deck
View of sunrise from the deck
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cary L.

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

Excellent house!

Saw everything from here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart R.

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

great house and view

we really recommend this house if you look a very nice, well furnitured house which also has a impressive view on
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There is a reason this house consistently gets reviews of 10 – it is because it deserves it! First, the views are awesome. Both from inside the house, and while in the large hot tub. Lots of sleeping space, lots of living space. Kitchen was well stocked with kitchenware. Property is exactly as described and as shown in the pictures. Excellent communication with the owner (Heiðrún).We had originally booked this house in 2020, but due to the pandemic we needed to cancel. We were very happy to see it was still available. It was the best choice then, and it was the best choice now.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

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

Great place

Not too remote and not too close to the city, makes it a great place to try to view the northern light from the comfort of the home. Has a hot tub that you can relax in while waiting for it to appear at night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLEEN H.

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

Wonderful Property

Great property with plenty of room! We enjoyed the hot tub and even saw the Northern Lights. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

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

Iceland first time adventure

We had a great stay. Thank you for your beautiful home
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dekyi B.

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

Gorgeous

Beautiful modern comfortable house, gorgeous views, good beds, wonderful hot tub - all amenities present. Great stay here with our extended family, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Excellent Location

This property was excellent in communicating to us the beauty of Iceland. The surrounding scenery as well as the access to so many amazing places made this a perfect place for us. It was also the perfect size for 6 adults and 3 teenagers. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly D.

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

Awesome place for a family or group

Excellent. Very kid friendly, even had some toys and a couple balls as well as kid friendly cups, bowls and plates. Would also be great for a group of adults. The view is truly as beautiful as the online listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Ohhh… the hot tub

Beautiful and extremely clean home with gorgeous views! The hot tub was such an added bonus after a long day of hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Wonderful Golden Circle location

We loved our stay here, we brought our 3 married children and their spouses and there was plenty of room for all 8 of us. Rooms had gorgeous views. The house’s location is idyllic, rural, but not far from Selfoss and easy to get to lots of fantastic natural wonders. All the amenities we needed, light and airy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey K.

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

Wonderful Home

This place was the highlight of our visit to Iceland. As a home base to go explore the Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon, Snowmobiling, Ice Caves, etc it can’t be beat. We were always happy to return home each evening and even took and entire day to rest and hang out at the house. The hot tub was fabulous and we were even able to see the Northern lights on 3 different evenings right out the windows! Communication with the owners was wonderful! Can’t recommend enough and would love to plan another visit some day!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Michele A.

This is a lovely home in a great location — both because of its view and location on Golden Circle.

We overall had a great experience. The owner was very helpful and the manual that came with the house covered all the information you would need. The house was spacious enough for 4 adults and 4 teenage girls. The only negative was that the house lacked sufficient necessities such as bathing towels, toilet paper, tissues, and cooking utensils. For the size of the home, and the service fees charged, this was a bit surprising. Other than this weakness, it was a great place to spend a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Douglas V.

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

Incredible house, amazing views, great location

This is an incredible house with stunning views. We spent every night gathered around the kitchen table enjoying home cooked meals before enjoying the Northern Lights from the warmth of the hot tub surrounded by a gorgeous snowy landscape. The location is excellent for exploring the South Coast, from Selfoss to the Golden Circle to Vik. The neighboring towns have some good spots to eat, with friendly people throughout willing to make a local suggestion. All in all a perfect base for a special trip in Iceland. Would return for a visit any time! Note: Although the listing says Selfoss, the house is actually about 30-40 minutes outside of Selfoss, and about 90 minutes from Reykjavik. Not a big deal at all but something to be aware of when planning your trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Fantastic 3 nights in Iceland with 4 couples

This beautiful house far exceeded our expectations. The pictures only partially do it justice. The house was in impeccable shape, was very spacious and set in a beautiful location. All the bedrooms were large and comfortable. The kitchen and sitting areas were spacious and great for early mornings and evenings after full days of adventures. The hot tub was an incredible bonus and perfect for the end of a long day. We got a great bonus with two evenings of a northern lights show. We found the location perfect for a 5 day trip that allows you to get out of Reykjavic and see more of the southwest part of the country. Very convenient to Golden Circle as well as Seljandsfos, Skogafoss, and Reynisfjarn. Booking, check-in/check-out was super easy and Heidi always very responsive to answer any questions we had. All in all, absolutely perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

CAREN l.

a beautiful home in a most tranquil setting.

This home is a most special place on earth. The home itself is absolutely a perfect place to stay in Iceland. Our family of 8, all adults, ranging from 26-60+ thoroughly enjoyed the house, each room was beautifully appointed, the view of the river and the surrounding environs is spectacular. We spent our week enormously enjoying the beautiful home, location, and country. Some days we relaxed, prepared our own home cooked meals, and went off to hike or experience the numerous sights of Iceland, soak in the hot tub, or head into Rekjavik to enjoy the architecture and great Icelandic culture. We experienced water falls, hot rivers, lava fields, green, green, green everywhere. Tranquility beyond compare. The beds were all extremely comfortable. Robert was the perfect homeowner. His love for this area inspired us! He was avaliable for any questions that arose. He helped us find a local cook Aska, who prepared several lovely dinners for us. It was an iideal way to end the days filled with adventures, hikes, sightseeing, puffin watching in the Westman Islands, etc. The Laugaras area is charming and idlyllic. Anyone who rents this home will be wowed by the interior, exterior, setting, and opportunity to experience Iceland.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Rosalynn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is beautiful and location is great. Views are amazing. House had everything we needed for 6 adults. Had an issue with the shower draining but the owners were easy to communicate with and responded to our concern immediately. Grateful to have opportunity to stay at such a lovely house and visit such a beautiful country.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherie A.

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

Fantastic property!!!

I have nothing negative to say about this property. They have thoughtfully equipped the house with everything you could possibly need. The hot tub is a bonus and we used it to watch for the Northern Lights every night. All communication before and after arrival was answered very quickly. The setting is gorgeous along the banks of a river, a view enjoyed through the large glass windows. I would highly recommend this property even though it's a bit of a drive from the city. It's well worth it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy P.

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

Great space

The house was clean and had everything that we needed for the kitchen and bathroom. It was perfect for our big group and the views from the house were beautiful. The location of the house was also great because we were close to many of the popular things to see in Iceland but also far enough away from the more populated areas which meant we got to see the northern lights.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yung L.

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

Aurora watching from the geothermal pool

Another amazing house and stay for our entire family; children, adults and seniors. The views from the house are something else and the private geo thermal pool absolutely the best. Enjoyed it an entire day while taking a break from sight seeing as windy -4C gave us that excuse. We were blessed with seeing the Aurora every night from the pool - indescribable amazing experience! Both houses we stayed in by Heidrun and Rob made our family iceland trip so much more special! Thank you 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful place with plenty of space, beautiful views and close to many things
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Gorgeous setting and a great place to decompress at the end of a long day!

The house was clean, the kitchen was nicely appointed, and there was a large table for all of us to sit around after a fun day. We didn't spend as much time at the house as we would have liked, but when we were there we appreciated the hot tub, the hot showers, and the views. We used the house as our base camp to explore southern and western Iceland. We saw the northern lights too! Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Beautiful, peaceful retreat

We loved the quiet location and natural setting for the large, comfortable house. Looking over the river while we relaxed was incredible, as was the hot tub on the deck. This was a perfect location for viewing northern lights!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

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

Great for family reunions

I rented this property with my siblings and all of our families. Wow, what an amazing find. The location was very central in Iceland so getting to spectacular views in the Golden Circle was very quick and even pretty easy to get to further destinations like Vik. The house itself was incredible, very modern and easy to navigate. There were a lot of us, but the layout was such that we were able to each have our own space. One note is whoever gets the upstairs room won't have a door, so no late night cards unless they're playing too! The view off the back was absolutely incredible and something we'll keep with ourselves forever. Communication was excellent throughout the process, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Heiðrún Hafliðadóttir

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We have been building up our Vacation rental business in the last few years and now we have 8 amazing modern Vacation rentals located in the West and South of Iceland.

Our goal is to offer our guests the perfect private holiday home to relax, to enjoy the surrounding nature and views and to have a good base to explore our beautiful country.

All of our houses have a hot tub and everything a cozy and comfortable home needs and are available all year round. We welcome you whether you want to visit during winter to view the Northern Lights or during summer when the nights are bright.

Our houses are different in size, style and location so everyone should be able to find the perfect house for their group to stay at. So whether you are a couple, a family or a group of friends, one of our rentals could be the right one for you.








































































Why they chose this property

It is the perfect luxury holiday home to explore the south area and to relax and recharge the batteries. Also the short distance to the town Selfoss, where you can find all necessities, is a big advantage.

What makes this property unique

Peacefulness - You can sit outside or walk around the house on the large patio, and the roof balcony, and enjoy the nature and the amazing mountain view in the peaceful surroundings.

High standard and modern – All the equipment in the house is high standard and you should find everything you need and more. The open space and the large windows give you the feeling that you are out in the nature even when you are inside.

Location - The location of the house is ideal for exploring the South and the West of Iceland. There are short driving distances to many beautiful places in the nature such as waterfalls and craters. Museums and historical places are also nearby. There is only a 20 minutes drive to the nearest town, Selfoss, where you can find for example a swimming pool, golf courses, shops, bakery, restaurants, library and health care.

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English, Swedish

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