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This family-owned, eastern Iceland property is located on Route 95, about 17 km from the town of Egilsstadir. It offers cottage and guest room accommodation with views of Sandfell Mountain. Stora Sandfell's rooms have tea/coffee facilities, a private bathroom and access to a shared kitchen. The cottages have a kitchenette and BBQ, while the bathroom facilities are either private or shared. The surrounding forest provides a nice setting for horseback riding. Stora Sandfell staff can also help arrange hiking tours in the Hjálpleysa Valley. Free private parking is possible at the property for guests who arrive by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Stóra-Sandfell

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Deniz
    Malta Malta
    We watched the northern lights very well during the two nights we stayed here. The interior of the house is very comfortable. The bed is very comfortable. And the farm was very enjoyable. It could be much more enjoyable for a long-term stay.
  • Dal_lda
    Italy Italy
    Location at the edge of the woods, small and very cozy.
  • Him119
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location n kids loved the cottage especially the attic style bunk bed.
  • Marinescu
    Romania Romania
    Great location with good amenities, nice horses and cute and playful dog, barbecue in front of each cottage
  • Lesia
    Denmark Denmark
    Lovely quiet place in the middle of the mountains. Nice and comfortable, with all facilities you might need.
  • Carol
    Canada Canada
    Cute cabin to ourselves. The bathroom and shower were very close. Lovely stay in the woods.
  • Alicja
    Germany Germany
    The host and everyone working there were super nice! We went on a horse riding trip, which was incredible and a lot of fun. The cottage was cute and cozy.
  • Yew
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Overall very good. Size of the room. Well equipped cabin. Environment is nice. Persona touch of owner to welcome guests.
  • Gíslason
    Albania Albania
    This place has a unique location coming down from Öxi going to and through Egilstaðir to various magical places in the East of Iceland. The huts are very cosy and clean. It ís a tremendous bónus that they have Horses♥️ the nature and sorroundings...
  • Manuela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location very immerse in the nature, lovely cottage with well equipped kitchen. Bathroom had air drier and soap and shampoo.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.3Based on 619 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our travel service is a family business that has been owned by the same family for over 20 years, Jóhanna Fjóla Kristjánsdóttir, Ágúst Waltersson and now our three children, Vera Kristborg, Valdís Theodóra and Ágúst Jóhann.

Property information

Stóra-Sandfell is a peaceful and friendly place 17 km. south of Egilsstaðir on highway no. 95 on the way between Egilsstaðir and Höfn. We offer our guests a nice camping place and accommodation in cottages or in separated rooms. We also offer horse tours in our beautiful area.

Neighbourhood information

Many nice walking paths are in the area, for example into Hjálpleysa which is one of the deepest valleys in Iceland. And the view from the top of the mountain Sandfell is quite magnificent. Riding tours in the forest or up to the mountains can also be a enjoyable experience for the whole family and our guest get special discount. Króklækur, a small stream, runs through the camp site. The stream is a child friendly stream that children spend hours around.

Languages spoken

English,Icelandic

Property surroundings

Facilities of Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Bathroom

  • Towels

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Activities

  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking

Living Area

  • Dining area

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

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

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Icelandic

House rules
Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 20
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 22:00, please inform Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages in advance.

Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.

When booking 4 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

FAQs about Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages

  • Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages is 150 yards from the centre of Stóra-Sandfell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Horse riding
  • Check-in at Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Stora Sandfell Rooms and Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.