Jakob´s old farmhouse

–Excellent location - show map
+15 photos
Scored 9.3
Rated superb
  • The entire place is yours
  • 538 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

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About this property

Charming Chalet in Hvolsvöllur: Jakob´s old farmhouse offers a cosy chalet experience in Hvolsvöllur, Iceland. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and a spacious terrace, perfect for relaxation. Comfortable Living Spaces: The chalet features one bedroom and one bathroom, equipped with a fully fitted kitchen, fireplace, and dining area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, ensuring connectivity. Convenient Amenities: Amenities include a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, coffee machine, refrigerator, microwave, oven, stovetop, toaster, and electric kettle. Free on-site private parking is provided for guests. Nearby Attractions: Seljalandsfoss is 21 km away, and Skogafoss Waterfall is 49 km from the property. Highly rated by guests, Jakob´s old farmhouse offers a peaceful retreat in Hvolsvöllur.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Huy
Australia Australia
“Very cosy, warm and cute cottage. Fully equipped for self catering. It is on a farm so expect some farm freshness.”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stunning. Amazing cabin, beautifully decorated and snugly warm. Very comfortable bed, pillows and sheets. Northern lights and then horses for company in the morning”
Martyna
Poland Poland
“Amazing place, with stunning view and beautiful Design!”
Laurence
France France
“La maison est très agréable à vivre et la vue exceptionnelle sur la nature. Nous n’avons pas eu de chance avec le temps, mais nous imaginons très bien que lorsqu’il y a du soleil, c’est un endroit paradisiaque.”
Caio
Brazil Brazil
“A estadia foi extremamente positiva. A cabana é totalmente equipada com os utensílios necessários. O local é bem aquecido mesmo com frio extremo do lado de fora. Fomos muito bem recebidos pelo Mr. Icelander e inclusive fizemos um tour com seus...”
Zuzana
Slovakia Slovakia
“Chutilo vyborne kava a pekne vonia izba , cistota a uzasne historicke izba . Bolo skvele a klobuk dole .”
Beate
Germany Germany
“Sehr schöne Unterkünfte in traumhafter Lage. Die Pferde direkt vor der Haustür. Die Gastgeber haben sich gleich im unsere Anliegen perfekt gekümmert. Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit möchte, ist hier genau richtig.”
Lena
United States United States
“Beautiful design, amazing surroundings, incredible place, loved everything”
Beatrix
Germany Germany
“Mitten auf dem Hof umgeben von der Weite Islands, schöne Sonnenunter- und aufgänge. Und ein bisschen Pferdegetrappel vor der Tür. So schön!”
Dimitre
France France
“La décoration est très jolie… cosy et charmant intérieur”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Hordur

8.9
Host review score
Hordur
Built in 1923, Jakob´s house is one of the oldest concrete house on the Southern shore of Iceland and has been completely renovated. Jakob lived in the house from 1923 until his death in 1978 along with his 50 cats. The house has now been turned into an exclusive studio where you get to enjoy an authentic Icelandic farmhouse. The house is part of the Efri-Úlfsstaðir farm and while staying at the farm you can enjoy unspoiled nature and the solitude of the area, only 10 min. away from route 1
Hi I am Hörður, born and raised in Iceland. I have been around horses most of my life and practiced yoga for the last 20 years. I work full-time with horses on my two farms. One farm is located close to Reykjavík and the other is located on the South shore of Iceland. Both farms are working farms. When you come for a visit you will experience an authentic Icelandic farm and be treated as my personal guest when joining my tours. Feel free to get in touch for more inquiries about available tours.
The farm is centrally located for travelers on the South Coast of Iceland. The farm stands isolated, surrounded by our horses but only 8 kilometers away from the ring road (1)
Language spoken: English

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From 15:00
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Until 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

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This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 1811073