Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse

Álftártunga, 311 Borgarnes, Iceland
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Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse

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Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
41 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 1722 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

A recently renovated vacation home, Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse offers accommodations in Borgarnes. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. Offering a terrace and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 5 bedrooms, a living room, TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 58 miles from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
2 twin beds
Bedroom 5
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
10
High score for Borgarnes

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sanja
    the United States the United States
    “This was the perfect place to punctuate our trip midway! there’s virtually zero light-pollution at night and the area and church are steeped in history, even back to settlement. Svanhildur is welcomed us with familiar warmth and gave us a house...”
  • Dianne
    Israel Israel
    “Great experience from start to finish. Isolated quiet farm house, yet close enough to the road and a great starting point to golden circle and Sneafellsens. The house is very clean and well kept, kitchen is equipped with everything you need and...”
  • Van
    the United States the United States
    “Clean and spacious! Loved being on the farm and waking up to the farm animals! Great location and not too far off main road. The owners were quick to respond when I had a question!”
  • Jessica
    the United States the United States
    “Everything. This place is so beautiful and peaceful. It’s really special and we feel so lucky to have found it. In addition to spacious, comfortable living space, the views and property are extraordinary. The house is set back 1.7 miles from the...”
  • Gould
    the United States the United States
    “The house was spacious and clean and had everything we could possibly need and more!”
  • Nathan
    the United States the United States
    “Host was very responsive and nice. We were able to see the northern lights in the back of the house! Having a laundry machine was helpful since we were travelling with 2 kids.”
  • Cara
    the United States the United States
    “Airy, comfortable, quiet home with amazing, seemingly magical vibe. The family lore runs deep here and I appreciated knowing the history of the house and the property. Pastoral view with sheep keeping us company for some of the day. Well appointed...”
  • John
    the United States the United States
    “Great location for day tripping the Snaefellsnes peninsula while only being 15 minutes off the ring road. The house is completely remodeled on the inside but they kept the unique features of this farmhouse, especially the vintage features in the...”
  • A
    Anonymous
    Canada Canada
    “The scenery, quiet, cute little church on it and I loved seeing the animals.”
  • Bannister
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Beautiful location, very peaceful. Excellent communication from the hosts. Good bathrooms and beds.”

Hosted by Svanhildur Svansdóttir

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Svanhildur Svansdóttir
The house is located in the countryside, surrounded by untouched nature with great open areas and beautiful views in all directions. The place is in a very calm, quiet and private area. There is a lot of history in this place and there is a church here that is mentioned in the old Icelandic saga Snorraedda. A church has been here since around 1200 AD at least, but the current church was built in 1873 and is the oldest building in the local municipality, Borgarbyggð (Mýra and Borgarfjarðar county). The same family has lived on the land since 1900 and is now the fifth generation running the farm. Here you can come and enjoy both nature and history. The environment is very quiet, and you can go for a walk see the church or go out into the untouched nature. In the winter you can enjoy the northern lights with minimum light pollution. We are only about an hour's drive from Snæfellsjökull. About an hour's drive from Reykholt, Barnafoss and Húsafell. About an hour's drive from Þingvellir and an hour's drive from Reykjavík. Very well located in all directions. We are finishing renovations the building, so everything is like new in the house with new beds. The first guests will arrive in February 2023.
Svanhildur and her husband Sigurður are farmers in Álftártunga. They bought the land and the farm in 2019 and took over from her father. Their farm has sheep, horses, chickens, dogs and one cat. Her family has lived on the land since 1900 and she is the 5th member who is a farmer here.
It is very short in untouched nature behind the house, not a long walk to lava and forested areas by nature, extremely beautiful area. flowing river on both sides of the area. Very quiet and few people in the area. So that the environment invites reflection and mindfulness.
Languages spoken: English,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • High chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette

    Bedroom

    • Linens

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Shared toilet
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area

    Media & Technology

    • TV
    • Pay-per-view channels

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Heating

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Activities

    • Hiking

    Outdoor & View

    • Inner courtyard view
    • River view
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View

    Building Characteristics

    • Detached

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Miscellaneous

    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Icelandic

    House rules
    Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 35 per child, per night
    Crib upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 35 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    License number: REK-2023-013744

    FAQs about Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse

    • The prices at Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse on this page.

    • Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 5 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse is 9.3 miles from the center of Borgarnes. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse can accommodate this group size:

      • 10 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking

    • Yes, Álftártunga Farm Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.