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Vacation rentals in Iceland

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Iceland

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Cabin in Varmahlíð
Warm and cosy private cottage in Varmahlíð - Hestasport Cottages
With magnificent views overlooking the vast plains and distant mountains of the Skagafjörður valley, our charming timber cottages are the ideal place to spend your days off all year round. Experience the serenity of Northern Iceland and fill your days with the endless possibilities for adventure that Skagafjörður has to offer. Our cottages are nestled together up on the hill only a short walking distance from the centre of Varmahlíð. In town, you will find all the services you need: tourist information, grocery shop, restaurant, petrol station, ATM, swimming pool, and more. From the natural hot tub at the center of the well-maintained cottage site, you can enjoy the golden light of the midnight sun or watch the northern lights. You will stay in one of our four studio-style 2-person cottages. They range from 30 to 36  square meters in size and feature different decoration. You can choose to have one large double bed or two single beds in your cottage. Please state at the time of booking which one you require.
Nov 22 – 29
$186 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews
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Cabin in Bláskógabyggð
The Little Blue House - Golden Circle
You truly are in the middle of the countryside here. Surrounded by mountains, hot springs and wild horses, yet only a five minute drive from the nearest shop, gas station and restaurant. The house is located in the heart of the golden circle and is the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding nature. Geysir, Gulfoss and Thingvellir national park are very close. If you have a suitable vehicle I would strongly recommend driving the road around the lake at Thingvellir - it’s amazing.
Oct 1 – 8
$163 per night
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews
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Cottage in IS
Peace, elegance + stunning views from your hot tub
Skrida, stunningly designed holiday home, perfectly placed in the picturesque valley of Svarfadardalur. The house has 3 bedrooms, a large, open-plan living room, dining room and kitchen, outdoor hot tub, offering breathtaking views of the valley. A newly installed, very fast internet connection allows facilities for remote working. It is 5 min. drive from the fishing village of Dalvik with a supermarket, swimming pool, health center, culture house, wine shop and easy access to main sights.
Dec 7 – 14
$242 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

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Other great vacation rentals in Iceland

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Home in Akureyri
New small houses - great view! no. 3
Nov 10 – 17
$168 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 719 reviews
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Villa in Húsavík
Svartaborg Luxury Villa in quiet valley with views
Dec 13 – 20
$372 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviews
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Cabin in Hafnarfjörður
The Secret Cabin with hot tube in Nature Reserve
Nov 4 – 11
$327 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 367 reviews
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Home in Hvalfjörður
unique house by the sea
Feb 2 – 9
$173 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 390 reviews
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Cottage in Ölfus
Field Room Room Guesthouse 2. Country Life Style
May 17 – 24
$348 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 667 reviews
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Tiny home in Akureyri
Charming rural cabin for couples, outdoor shower
Nov 6 – 13
$97 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews
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Cabin in Kjósarhreppur
Cozy cabin in Hvalfjordur, close to Reykjavik
Apr 6 – 13
$136 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
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Tiny home in Akureyri
Björg Hörgárdalur farm stay apt. A
Feb 6 – 13
$164 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews
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Home in Akranes
Whale Country Cottage with Mountain view
Jan 30 – Feb 6
$147 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews
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Tiny home in Borgarnes
Cozy cottage on a horse farm, West Iceland
Nov 11 – 18
$201 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews
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Cabin in Arnarstapi
Charming House on the Ocean Front
Oct 20 – 27
$245 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 384 reviews
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Villa in Mosfellsbær
Northern lights Luxury w/ hot tub! 10 min to city
Oct 10 – 17
$891 per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 223 reviews

Your guide to Iceland

Welcome to Iceland

An island born from violent volcanic activity more than 16 million years ago, Iceland’s rugged natural beauty has become globally synonymous with adventurous travelers in search of an off-the-beaten-path holiday. And indeed Iceland’s landscape rewards the curious and intrepid, with all roads and trails seemingly leading toward yet another spectacular Arctic lagoon, geyser, black sand beach, jagged lava field, steaming hot spring, verdant valley, or spiraling mountain top to explore (often without another soul in sight). In winter the dazzling Northern Lights flicker and shimmer overhead, and in summer days stretch without end. With so much natural beauty around, it’s sometimes easy to overlook the capital city of Reykjavík. Host to one of Europe’s most vibrant art and design hubs, Reykjavík’s dining and nightlife scenes play prominently in the lives of locals and visitors alike. And of course, when you’ve hiked too far or danced too much, geothermal-heated milky-blue pools await to soothe sore muscles back to health.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Iceland

Iceland’s primary seasons of summer and winter offer diametrically different but equally stunning experiences strongly influenced by its proximity to the Arctic Circle. In summer, daylight lingers for up to 24 hours, a Northern Hemisphere phenomenon known as the midnight sun, offering visitors the unusual opportunity to experience neverending daylight around the clock (peaking in June), with numerous agencies offering guided hikes and whale-watching tours illuminated by the nighttime sun. The summer months are also optimal for staying in one of the area’s homes and spending the days investigating the island’s diverse and unique ecosystems — vivid woodlands, pristine ice-blue lakes, craggy peaks, moss-covered coastline, and majestic waterfalls. In winter the days become shorter and the temperatures dip considerably, requiring layered attire. Yet many will tell you Iceland in winter is the best time to visit, with fewer travelers around, inviting an unforgettable sense of solitary silence, the world muffled to a memory by the pristine white snow that covers the landscape. It’s also the season to catch the spectacular Northern Lights.


Top things to do in Iceland

Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon

Also known as Feather River Canyon, a coat of emerald moss covers almost every inch of this remarkable scar across the South Coast destination during summer months. Created by thousands of years of streaming deep-blue glacial water cutting through dark bedrock, the resulting ravishing ravine is popular with hikers and photographers. If you experience a certain sense of familiarity here, it may be because you’ve seen it as the backdrop in a very famous cable network show set within an imaginary realm of fire and ice.

Rauðasandur Beach

With 10 kilometers of golden red-tinged sands to explore during low tide, Rauðasandur Beach is a beachcombing paradise of epic proportions. Known for its red sand and tranquil remoteness, this is a place where migrating whales can be spotted offshore alongside the occasional whale bones onshore. Be prepared to drive carefully along a steep and narrow gravel road to the beach, one requiring constant attention and slow speeds.

Hornstrandir Nature Reserve

If peace and quiet rank high on your list and you identify as a capable backcountry backpacker, this nature reserve offers the opportunity to experience a section of Iceland left mostly untouched by human habitation for the last 70 years. Home to the country’s largest colony of Arctic foxes, alongside a unique abundance of endemic flora and fauna, Hornstrandir Nature Reserve’s ecosystem is popular with birders and nature photographers. Camping gear and proper attire are required before entering, as there are no shops available in Hornstrandir.

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