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Featuring a garden, Borgir - The House by the Sea provides accommodations in Borgir. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, darts, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home has a barbecue and a sauna. Providing a terrace with sea views, this vacation home also offers a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and bathrobes. The property has an outdoor dining area. A private beach area is available on-site and hiking can be enjoyed close to the vacation home. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 120 miles from Borgir - The House by the Sea.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
10
High score for Borgir
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Amy
    Iceland Iceland
    This place could be an advertisement for solitude and tranquility. With a stunning location along the seaside and seals for neighbors, you can totally settle in, relax and unwind. With plenty of space for a big family traveling together, and two...
  • Ludmila
    Israel Israel
    Wonderful house in amazing place! It has everything you need and more. We felt like at home. The host is ready to help with any problem or advise. She told us about seasl watching point nearby, only 10 min. walk from the house. It was amazing! The...
  • Sarba
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was on the ocean. We did find a seal swimming in the water and a bunch of ducks and sheep around but did not see seals on the shore. The home was spacing, clean and very comfortable for a family of 4. two families can stay here....
  • Carmen
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Very quiet, spacious, comfortable and having good views
  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    The location is beautiful and secluded. It had two bathrooms and plenty of space for our large group of 6. We saw seals north along the coast. Very clean and everything we needed to prepare dinner and breakfast.
  • Victoria
    United States of America United States of America
    WOW, the location is absolutely amazing. Right on the water with amazing views. We did not get to see seals however they frequent this location. The home had a washer and drying rack so we were able to do laundry. If you are staying for a...
  • Jennifer
    United States of America United States of America
    I loved being out so far and feeling so far away from everyone. The northern lights were spectacular since there was no light pollution. This place was so peaceful. Sheep grazing in yard and seals playing down the path. I only wish we had been...
  • Eric
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything: very well equipped kitchen, comfortable living room space tlhat was nicely decorated, bedrooms are all well equipped with nice linens, and everything was not just spotlessly clean, but in excellent, like new condition.
  • Grier
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything here was so well done. The house was clean and tidy and every amenity we needed was there. The location is extremely remote, but it made for perfect dark-sky conditions for viewing the northern lights.
  • K
    Kristina
    Iceland Iceland
    Incredible location and beautiful home away from home. Lucky enough to see the aurora from the kitchen window / front porch! Went for a walk along the coast in the morning, peaceful, quiet, secluded. Even the drive (coming in from Holmavik) was...

Property questions and answers
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  • The photos show more than one toilet, but guest reviews say there is only one. How many toilets are there?

    Hello there. There are two toilets, one upstairs and one downstairs. The reviews of the guests are before we added the second toilet :)
    Answered on 28 February 2022
  • Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?

    Borgir is only few meters from the sea :)
    Answered on 11 October 2020
  • Hello, there are many pictures of the scenery, but none of the important areas, for example, the kitchen and dining table. Isn’t there a kitchen?

    Yes there is a pretty well equipped kitchen, with a rounded dining table.
    Answered on 27 May 2021
  • Is it possible to sleep nine if I bring my own sleeping mat?

    Hi there. There are nine beds, one double in first room, two single in room two, bulk bed in room three and three single beds in room four. Best regar..
    Answered on 17 January 2022
  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

    It all depends on what it is that you want from your holiday. Every season has its special charm. Usually the sommer time has the best weather, but so..
    Answered on 11 October 2020
  • Hello, are there shops nearby where we can buy food? Or any restaurants or cafés? Thanks!

    Hello. Bónus in Borgarnes (coming from the south, cheapest) Bónus Akureyri (coming from the east, cheapest) Most nearby, Hvammstangi supermarket, also..
    Answered on 1 June 2022
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Hosted by Guðbjörg

9.8
9.8
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Guðbjörg
The farmhouse, Borgir is located in the North West and is an ideal basecamp for visits to West Iceland. Borgir, is a land of it's own 2200 hectares.Borgir – the land and the farm house The farmhouse Borgir is located only 10m from the ocean on a land of more than 400 hectare of unspoiled nature, surrounded by hills on the west and ocean on east side. The wildlife is very vivid with seals, sheeps, horses, arctic foxes and various birds all around. Walking routes are available for your private encounter. Borgir is ideal place for hiking, kayaking, meditating as well as other outdoor activities. Borgir is also a good base for day trips to the Westfjords. This is a fabulous place for children and a great place to relax. Borgir were built originally in 1970 but were renovated extensively during 2004 to 2015. The upper floor of Borgir is 80 square meters with 3 bedrooms (master bedroom w/double bed (200x200cm), bedroom with two 90cmx200cm beds and bedroom with a bunker bed). There is also a well-equipped kitchen on the floor, bathroom as well as living room. Downstairs you have a library room which is also one of the bedroom.
I am a farmer and I live with my family on Kolbeinsá which is about 4 kilometers to the north of Borgir.
The farmhouse, Borgir is located in the North West and is an ideal basecamp for visits to West Iceland. The house is only 10m from the ocean on Borgir, a land of it's own 2200 hectares. Borgir is located at road number 68, about 33. km. away from the main road (no. 1) We will meet you at Borgir so please call or sms us 20-30 minutes prior to arrival. We can also provide you with all local and inside knowledge to the neighborhood. Don‘t hesitate to call us or visit if you need any assistance, advice or help during your visit. The coordinates for Borgir are: 65.405767, -21.204528
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Borgir - The House by the Sea
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
Fast free Wifi 176 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Spa
  • Sauna
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Borgir - The House by the Sea 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.

FAQs about Borgir - The House by the Sea

  • Borgir - The House by the Sea has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 4 bedrooms

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

  • Borgir - The House by the Sea can accommodate this group size:

    • 9 guests

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  • Check-in at Borgir - The House by the Sea is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Borgir - The House by the Sea offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Private beach area
  • Borgir - The House by the Sea is 500 feet from the center of Borgir. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Borgir - The House by the Sea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Borgir - The House by the Sea is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Borgir - The House by the Sea on this page.