[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Backyard Village - Blue House Family-friendly vacation home with a sauna and a hot tub ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103030000/103025900/103025860/c98ce35f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103030000/103025900/103025860/57b85481.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103030000/103025900/103025860/e2e77308.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103030000/103025900/103025860/840cf96e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103030000/103025900/103025860/4d345db9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Backyard Village is nestled in the charming town of Hveragerði, 40 km south of Reykjavík city. Step into this wooden cottage and unwind with a private entrance, fully equipped kitchen nook, and cozy living area that opens out to a backyard patio. The outdoor wellness area beckons you to relax in the wood fired sauna or soak in the hot tub under starry skies. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5388 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Backyard Village - Blue House Cottage setup: Bedroom with a family bunk bed that sleeps three people. Living area with a pullout sofa bed that suits two children. Private bathroom with a shower Fully equipped kitchen nook Private entrance as well as a door that opens out to the backyard patio The outdoor wellness area is combined of wood fired sauna with viewing glass, hot tub and outdoor shower. Welcome to the charming wooden cottage in our backyard! We have two cottages in our backyard and your is the first one you see when you arrive. It has one bedroom with a family bunk bed that sleeps three people, a bathroom with a toilet, shower & sink and a living area with a pullout sofa bed that suits two children, combined with a fully equipped kitchen nook. It has a private entrance as well as a door that opens out to the backyard patio. Excellent for a family stay or as a romantic getaway. Backyard Village is located in the small and charming town, Hveragerði, 40 km south of Reykjavík city. Hveragerði is a health and wellness focused little town, known for being the first to use geothermal energy for green house agrigulture. The town has green public areas, numerous geothermal springs, greenhouses, family run restaurants, a food hall with street food restaurants and a cafe, two great geothermal public pools, the Geothermal Park within short walking distance from the cabin and a grocery store/wine shop/bakery/tiny earthquake museum – all in the same building (15 minute walk from the house). The location is ideal if you want to get an early start on day trips around the south coast or the Golden cirlce. There are horse rentals close by and the Reykjadalur hot river hike is almost at the front door. You can quite easily walk from the cabin to the famous natural baths and back in one day. We, along with our three children live in the main house on the property and will often be available to help during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 388 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116190000/116182500/116182439/0df00de7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Northern Ligths Cabin with hot tub and magical views on the Golden Circle Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=116182439&PinnedHotelID=116182439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22440000/22432900/22432816/2e6c216c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing cabin with warm interior, hot tub, fire place, projector & magical views Grímsnes - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 169 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=22432816&PinnedHotelID=22432816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103030000/103025900/103025862/4e060069.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Backyard Village - Turquoise House Hveragerði - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=103025862&PinnedHotelID=103025862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18764300/18764243/5e812124.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Log Cabin at the Banks of River Hvítá! 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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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 222065\_471901 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C64.00288%2C-21.19658&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WvG4EdfK4EPAiBwXeiOYy6xbJFE=) Hveragerði, Árnessýsla #### What's nearby - Hveragerdi Church - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Geothermal park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - LA Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Reykjadalur Valley - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Kerid Crater - 25 min drive - 30.0 km #### Getting around - Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Reykjadalur Café - ‬5 min drive - ‪Ölverk - Pizza & Brewery - ‬11 min walk - ‪Gróðurhúsið - ‬12 min walk - ‪Matkráin Cafe Bar Restaurant - ‬9 min walk - ‪Ingolfsskali Restaurant - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Backyard Village - Blue House pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Backyard Village - Blue House? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Backyard Village - Blue House? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Backyard Village - Blue House located? > This family-friendly Hveragerdi vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Hveragerdi Church, Geothermal park, and LA Art Museum. Reykjadalur Valley is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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