A remote Accommodation in North Iceland
Sjónarhóll in Northeast Iceland, close to Akureyri (21 km)
Sjónarhóll is a small wooden holiday house in the remote valley Fnjóskadalur, in North Iceland.
Despite its remoteness, it is only a 25 minutes drive from Akureyri and it is situated right in between Akureyri, Húsavík and Lake Mývatn. This makes it an ideal location for day tours in these areas. The second-largest forest of Iceland, Vaglaskógur, is 5 minutes drive away and a beautiful place for lovers of bird watching and hikes.
The two-bedroom cabin is nicely organised and has a cosy attic with an additional sleeping area with mattresses, if needed. The small but fully equipped kitchen has all necessary cooking equipment and a microwave. The living room corner invites to relax and the fireplace will make sure you stay warm and cosy on a cold winter night. There is a TV, DVD and radio/CD. Bathroom with a WC/shower.
Outside is a beautiful 60 sqm terrace with plenty of garden furniture and a gas grill. You are going to love a delicious barbecue on this terrace. The house is surrounded by a lot of green and no one will disturb you here. Parking close to the house.
Despite its remoteness, it is only a 25 minutes drive from Akureyri and it is situated right in between Akureyri, Húsavík and Lake Mývatn. This makes it an ideal location for day tours in these areas. The second-largest forest of Iceland, Vaglaskógur, is 5 minutes drive away and a beautiful place for lovers of bird watching and hikes.
The two-bedroom cabin is nicely organised and has a cosy attic with an additional sleeping area with mattresses, if needed. The small but fully equipped kitchen has all necessary cooking equipment and a microwave. The living room corner invites to relax and the fireplace will make sure you stay warm and cosy on a cold winter night. There is a TV, DVD and radio/CD. Bathroom with a WC/shower.
Outside is a beautiful 60 sqm terrace with plenty of garden furniture and a gas grill. You are going to love a delicious barbecue on this terrace. The house is surrounded by a lot of green and no one will disturb you here. Parking close to the house.
Key facts
- 2 bedrooms
- Max 3 persons
- 40 m2
- Reference code N3002
Price per night from
151€
Sleeping arrangements
Ground floor
Bedroom 1
- 1× Single bed
120×200 cm
- 1× Single bed
Bedroom 2
- 1× Narrow high bed
70×200 cm - 1× Single bed
120×200 cm
- 1× Narrow high bed
Features
- BBQ
Location
- 5 hours 35 mins from Keflavík Airport
- 21 mins from the next gas station
- 22 mins from the next grocery store
- 5 hours 6 mins from Reykjavík City Center
Fnjóskadalur is a picturesque valley with camping sites and cottage. At the bottom of the valley, at Illugastaðir, you will find a tourist centre with a small shop and a swimming pool, both only open during the summer months.
Vaglaskógur is the second largest forest in Iceland and invites you to undertake various hiking tours in this beautiful area. Nearby bigger towns are Akureyri and Húsavík.
Akureyri is only 15 km west of Fnjóskadalur. It is at the base of Eyjafjörður Fjord and the biggest town in North Iceland with a population of ca 19.000. Akureyri is a center of commerce with a harbour and airport for domestic flights. You find a number of supermarkets, restaurants and gas stations here, as well as swimming pools and interesting museums and other sights.
Vaglaskógur is the second largest forest in Iceland and invites you to undertake various hiking tours in this beautiful area. Nearby bigger towns are Akureyri and Húsavík.
Akureyri is only 15 km west of Fnjóskadalur. It is at the base of Eyjafjörður Fjord and the biggest town in North Iceland with a population of ca 19.000. Akureyri is a center of commerce with a harbour and airport for domestic flights. You find a number of supermarkets, restaurants and gas stations here, as well as swimming pools and interesting museums and other sights.
Viatis recommends
- Akureyri Thermal Swimming Pool
- GeoSea - Geothermal Sea Baths in Húsavík
- Whale watching from Akureyri or Húsavík
- Waterfall Dettifoss
- Lava formations in Dimmuborgir at Lake Mývatn
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