Family-friendly vacation rentals in Vatnajökull

Birkifell winter cabin

A small and cozy cabin in the quiet of the countryside, just under a mountain with a beautiful glacier as it's neighbor. With two bedrooms, one double bed and two single beds, dining and sitting area, with t.v and free wifi, well equipt kitchen. Large patio with outdoor furniture and bbq. Ideal for a quiet holiday in the countryside with beautiful hiking grounds, a geothermal hot tubs a short walk away and nature all around, and spectacular view of the northen lights during winter.

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Peaceful cottage blue in the countryside.

Beautiful, warm and cosy cottage for 2 people. It's located in the countryside 18 km from the town Egilsstaðir on road 931. It's on the south side of the lake on the way to Hallormsstaður the biggest forest in Iceland. The next grocery store is in Egilsstaðir. Good paved road, passable all the year. Quiet, peaceful and beautiful landscape, nice hiking trails down to the lake or up to the hills, good place to see the northern lights in wintertime.

Maddis 1 - Cottage near Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon

Want to experience an amazing and cozy stay near the popular Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon? Our new cottages are located within 2 kilometers from Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon and 7 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur The cottages were build in 2018 and are designed to be minimalistic, cozy and to enjoy the amazing nature that Iceland has to offer. If you are lucky you might even see the Nothern Lights in the sky on a cold winter night.

Höfn Apartments

Modern one-bedroom apartment with a separate bedroom and a sofa bed in the living area, suitable for up to four guests. The apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom with a washing machine and dryer, and a comfortable open-plan living space. Free parking with a private EV charging station is available outside the apartment.

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Kársstaðir

Kársstaðir is nicely located only 5 minutes from the town Kirkjubæjarklaustur. It is a 25 year old summerhouse that we have renovated to more modern, yet romantic Scandinavian farm house decor. The location is quite unique, in the middle of volcanic pseudos with a perfect view over Vatnajökull to the east and Mýrdalsjökull to the west.

Snæbýli Cottage 1

A warm and newly built cottage that is located between Vik and Kirkjubæjarklaustur. It is 28m2 in size and is split into a bathroom and then a open space where is the kitchen, a living room and then a corner where the double bed is. The cottage is by the farm Snæbýli 1 which is the last farm before heading on the mountainroad (F210).

Giljaland tiny house -1

Rediscover nature in this unforgettable location, where 6 cozy tiny cabins rest amid serene wilderness, just a stone's throw away from well-trodden paths. Positioned centrally to South Iceland's most sought-after natural wonders, our property boasts scenic walking trails, providing an immersive experience in the beauty of nature.

Our cozy cabin. Your perfect stay.

Small Cozy Cabin just 5km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur town. Nearly in the middle between Vik (Reynisfjara) and Jokulsarlon (Glacier lagoon) The cabin is in a unique landscape called Pseudo Craters. "Landbrotshólar". It is a unique volcanic landform. Remote yet close to small town of Kirkjubæjarklaustur.

An ap on the lower floor on a beutif spot.

A small but cosy apartment on the lower floor. Very close to Skaftafell, a national park(10min drive). A very popular tourist area. Close to Vatnajökull and Öræfajökull, 40 min drive from Jökulárlón(Diamond beach). 70km east of Kirkjubæjarklaustur, 130km west of Höfn(small and beutiful town).

Aurora Cabins

The house is located about 3km from Höfn, overlooking mountains and glaciers. Ideal for families or those traveling together. The houses can accommodate four adults. One child under 12 years stays free of charge when using existing beds. Free wifi is available on-site.

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Hólshýsi - Hóls Cottage.

In Fljótsdal next to the farm Hóll in Norðurdalur is Hólshýsi. A cosy cottage that is surrounded by endless adventures and sounds of nature and wildlife. Close to countless highlights such as Hengifoss, Hallormstaður, the Wilderness Center and Laugarfell.

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Fossar Cabin

Our cozy cabin is located in a cove by a lava field and a small creek. It is 44m2 groundfloor and was built in 1962 and I renovated it in 2015. It is located on our farm Fossar , 15km away from village Kirkjubæjarklaustur by road 204.