Title: Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=115834328&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 Cottage in Hvammstangi with kitchenette and patio ## Photo gallery for Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 ![Property grounds - Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 (Hvammstangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115834400/115834328/ab0acaab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/b7faf7a4-a94e-48ff-aa20-b48de121a603-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1908) ![Living area - Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 (Hvammstangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115834400/115834328/3e785563.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 (Hvammstangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115834400/115834328/1cffc96e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi - Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 (Hvammstangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115834400/115834328/c132c267.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 Experience the ultimate Icelandic retreat in our cozy 1-bedroom wooden cottage perched on a peaceful hillside, just 3 minutes from Route 1\. Enjoy sweeping panoramic views of untouched mountains and pure wilderness, offering a serene escape from city life. Perfectly situated between Reykjavík and Akureyri-each about 2.5 hours away-this cottage is an ideal base for exploring North Iceland’s natural wonders. Just a 30-minute drive brings you to the iconic Hvítserkur rock formation, a 15-meter tall basalt sea stack known as the "Rhino Rock" or "Troll of Northwest Iceland." This striking natural monument, shaped by centuries of wind and waves, resembles a drinking elephant or dinosaur and is a favorite spot for photographers, bird watchers, and nature lovers alike. Nearby, you may also spot playful seal colonies along the Vatnsnes Peninsula. For your convenience, the town of Hvammstangi is only 15 minutes away, where you’ll find grocery shopping at the local supermarket, charming restaurants like Sjavarborg offering fresh seafood with fjord views, and the Icelandic Seal Center, a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts. Whether you seek tranquility, adventure, or a gateway to Iceland’s spectacular north, our cottage offers cozy comfort and breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=65.37796,-20.70925&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:i_anKxwk%7DB%3Fe%40%3Fe%40%3Fe%40%3Fc%40%40e%40%40e%40%40e%40%40c%40%40e%40Bc%40%40e%40Bc%40%40e%40Bc%40Bc%40Bc%40Be%40Dc%40Ba%40Bc%40Dc%40Da%40Fc%40Da%40Da%40Da%40Da%40Fa%40F_%40Fa%40F_%40F_%40F_%40H_%40F%5DF%5DH_%40H%5BH%5DH%5DH%5BH%5BH%5BJ%5BHYJYHYJYJYJWJWJUJWLUJULUJSLSLSJSLQLQLQLOLOLONMJONKNMLKLKNKLININILGNGNGLGNELENCNCNCNALCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBN%40NBNBNBLDNDLFPFNFLFNHLHLHNJNJLJLLNJLNLLLNLNLPLNLPLRJPLRLRLTJRJTLTJVJTJVJXJVJXHXJXJZHXHZJZFZH%5CH%5CH%5CH%5CH%5CD%5EH%5CF%5EF%5EF%60%40F%5EF%5EF%60%40D%60%40D%60%40D%60%40F%60%40Db%40D%60%40Db%40Bb%40B%60%40Db%40Bd%40Bb%40Bb%40Bb%40%40d%40Bb%40Bd%40%40b%40%40d%40%40b%40%40d%40%40d%40%40d%40%3Fb%40%3Fd%40%3Fd%40%3Fd%40%3Fd%40%3Fb%40%3Fd%40%3Fd%40Ad%40Ad%40Ab%40Ad%40Ad%40Ab%40Cd%40Cb%40Ad%40Cb%40Cb%40Cb%40Cb%40Eb%40Cb%40Cb%40Eb%40E%60%40E%60%40Gb%40E%60%40E%60%40E%60%40G%5EG%60%40G%5EG%60%40G%5EG%5CI%5EE%5EI%5CI%5CI%5CI%5CIZG%5CKZIZIXKZKXIXKXKVKVKVKVKTMVKTKRMTMRMRKPMPMPMPMPMNMLMNMLOLMLMJOJOJMHMHOHMFOFQFMDOFMBODOBOBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOCOCOEMCOGMEOGOGMGOIOIMIOKMKMKOMOMKMOMMOMOMQMOMQMSKQMSMSKUMSKUMUKWKUKWKYKWKYIYKYI%5BKYI%5BI%5BI%5BI%5DI%5DI%5DI%5DG%5DG_%40I%5DG_%40G_%40Ga%40G_%40Ga%40G_%40Ea%40Ea%40Ea%40Ea%40Gc%40Ea%40Ec%40Cc%40Cc%40Ec%40Cc%40Cc%40Cc%40Cc%40Ae%40Cc%40Ae%40Cc%40Ae%40Ac%40Ae%40Ae%40Ae%40%3Fe%40%3Fe%40%3Fc%40%3Fe%40&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z1BTqNqzvUgu94SHmDn_5l8dlUw=) Hvammstangi, Húnaþing vestra #### What's nearby - Lake Vesturhópsvatn \- 21 min drive \- 10.3 km - Icelandic Seal Center Museum \- 21 min drive \- 20.1 km - Kolufossar Falls \- 22 min drive \- 17.9 km - Chapel at Groef \- 24 min drive \- 23.8 km - Borgarvirki \- 36 min drive \- 17.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪Northwest Hotel - ‬8 min drive - ‪Ferdapjonustan Daeli - ‬12 min drive - ‪Víðigerði - ‬8 min drive - Vidugardi - ‪North West Restaurant - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1? ### What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1? ### Where is Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy Cottage on Hillside with Breathtaking Mountain Views, 3 mins from Route 1 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathanael R. Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location, quality cabin, and extremely hospitable host! Honestly one of the cleanest places we stayed in Iceland. Definitely recommend. ##### Nathanael R. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### giulio t. Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had two wonderful nights, surrounded by nature and with an amazing view that changes constantly. The cottage is very comfortable and warm, and the shower is sensational. It is in a great location to explore the area.It was a pleasure to meet Viktor and learn about their project.We highly recommend it. ##### giulio t. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie C. Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This stay was so fun! The property is very beautiful, and the cabins are cozy and comfy. We had a lovely time relaxing in the little living room, watching the colors of the sweeping scenery outside change dramatically throughout the evening. The cabins are super nice: great shower, nice little kitchenette, and feel very private with the blackout curtains drawn. The host is very kind and communicative, and clearly cares a lot about the property and running a great operation. ##### Natalie C. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meghan C. Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A beautiful cabin, on the Hvammstangi peninsula, perfect landing spot for trips to the sea seals, and travel to the surrounding area. Viktor was responsive and very helpful with reccomendations. Highly recommend. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7313cdfe-e284-4a2e-b427-4ca3d474b3dd-1754013701368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c891b943-3a59-4c89-89b8-f31899774c28-1754013703471.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c3a75c82-b6c5-4427-aa00-c556c7368f31-1754013702557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Meghan C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mauricio C. Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Perfect Stay in a Beautiful, Well-Kept Cottage! We had such a wonderful time at this cottage! From the moment we booked, the manager was incredibly friendly, responsive, and helpful — making the whole process easy and stress-free. The cottage itself is beautifully built, spotless, and thoughtfully designed, with every comfort we could have hoped for. It felt cozy yet spacious, and everything was in perfect condition. The peaceful setting and warm atmosphere made it a true home away from home. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay — we left relaxed, happy, and already talking about when we can come back! ##### Mauricio C. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daria Aug 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Brand new, cozy cabins with beautiful views in a secluded area! The cabins are located a few minutes off of Route 1, we found them without any issues. Our 2WD vehicle had no problems getting there. There're many windows and plenty of natural light. As nights tend to be on a colder side, we appreciated how well heating worked. Great water pressure in the shower. The host is wonderful. Informative, responsive, and proactive. Thank you for taking care of us, Viktor! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/834e81c8-babb-45fa-a096-1f9df04e8812-1755375592290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bcdfae28-d5c4-4682-a5a7-792cb31d2e24-1755375592738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/13f65756-f360-4c5a-bbf5-fba7f202686f-1755375592491.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Daria Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### MARGAUX B. Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Le chalet est charmant et chalereux. Viktor est un excellent hote qui répond rapidement et nous a donné des conseils pour les visites. ##### MARGAUX B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruchir Aug 31, 2025 ##### Ruchir Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025