Skidbakki Guesthouse

Skidbakki 3, 861 Kross, Iceland
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Skidbakki Guesthouse

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Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
52 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 1163 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free Wifi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Skidbakki Guesthouse is located in Kross, just 13 miles from Seljalandsfoss and 30 miles from Skogafoss Waterfall. This apartment provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. Providing a terrace and mountain views, the spacious apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
10

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Katherine
    Canada Canada
    “This guesthouse was beyond amazing. The place is cozy but spacious and impeccable in so many ways. I would highly recommend”
  • Roberts
    the United States the United States
    “Property was beautiful and incredibly comfortable. Loved the location and the friendly dog that my son couldn’t get enough of.”
  • Sriram
    the United States the United States
    “Beautiful, modern house, had all the amenities we could need, felt new and was impeccably clean. This place was definitely our favorite during our 14 day trip across Iceland. We could not recommend this more, it had plenty of space even for our...”
  • Stephanie
    Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
    “This is a spacious home, equipped with everything we needed to have a very nice stay. Sara was always available to help and answer our questions. We stopped here for a few days in our road trip around south Iceland and could not have chosen a...”
  • Elizabeth
    the United States the United States
    “We had a great stay! The house was immaculate and our kids loved visiting the horses in the barn! Would stay again.”
  • Margaret
    the United States the United States
    “It is a rural safe area so the door was unlocked and the key was waiting for us in plain sight. A friendly dog came running to meet us every time we pulled up. The house was clean and well equipped for our stay. It is new and modern with...”
  • Gaius
    the United States the United States
    “We loved the location, horses, dogs, decor, layout, everything.”
  • Nancy
    the United States the United States
    “The location was beautiful. We enjoyed watching the horses and petting the dog that was guarding the house. The house itself was amazingly accessible and fully equipped. We enjoyed many meals together using the beautiful kitchen. The entire...”
  • Michael
    the United States the United States
    “large, comfortable space. three bedrooms, two bathrooms. nice views of countryside and farm animals. 15-20 min from Ferry and waterfall. everything on ground floor. very easy access.”
  • Lori-anne
    the United States the United States
    “Beautiful new guesthouse with 2 bathrooms. Full kitchen with microwave and coffee maker. Loved the dog, sheep and horses outside peering into the window.”

Hosted by Sara Pesenacker

9.7
9.7
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Host Review Score
Sara Pesenacker
Skidbakki Guesthouse Located 20 km southeast of Hvolsvöllur on the Icelandic Horse Farm Skíðbakki III, our Guesthouse can accommodate 6-8 people on 100 m2. Completed in 2020, the house has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large living, dining and cooking area with sofa bed. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge and freezer, oven, stove and dishwasher. Each bathroom has a shower and a toilet. The quiet ambience, the elegant bathrooms and the cosy and comfortably equipped living and cooking area invite you to relax and unwind. Surrounded by horses, you have a great view of Vestmannaeyjar and the Eyjafjallajökull.
The guest house, as part of our family business, is located on the Icelandic horse farm Skíðbakki III, which is run by the german-Icelandic couple Sara Pesenacker and Erlendur Arnason. Erlendur, or Elli as we call him, was born and raised on Skíðbakki III. After studying agriculture at the University of Holar, he worked in Germany for 10 years on various Icelandic horse farms before returning to Iceland in 2004. He works mainly as a farrier and takes care of the agricultural work on the farm. When the opportunity arises, he likes to take care of the entertainment of his guests with interesting stories about Iceland and its inhabitants and musical entertainment. Sara was born and raised in Germany and discovered her love for the Icelandic horse there at an early age. After graduating from high school, she emigrated to Iceland with Elli in 2004. Since graduating from the University of Hólar, she has been involved in the riding and training of horses. It ensures that the Guesthouse is in good condition and that its guests feel comfortable.
Distances Hotspots: Lavamuseum Hvolsvöllur 19 km 15 min. Supermarkt Hvolsvöllur 18 km 15 min. Seljalandsfoss, Wasserfall 20 km 16 min. Landeyjahöfn, Fähre Westmännerinseln 13 km 11 min. Skogar Museum 48 km 35 min. Dyrhólaey Viewpoint, Leuchtturm, Papageientaucher 73 km 57 min. Blue Iceland, Eisbergsee 272 km 3,5 h Thingvellir-Nationalpark 117 km 1,5 h Kerið, Kratersee 83 km 1 h Gullfoss, Wasserfall 115 km 1,5 h Strokkur, Geysir 110 km 1 h 20 min. Blaue Lagune 165 km 1 h 11 min. Reykjavík 122 km 1 h 35 min. Flughafen Keflavík 164 km 2 h 8 min.
Languages spoken: German,English,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of Skidbakki Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

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

    Internet
    Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linens

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area

    Media & Technology

    • Flat-screen TV

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
      Additional charge
    • Terrace

    Activities

    • Hiking
      Off-site

    Outdoor & View

    • Mountain view
    • View

    Building Characteristics

    • Detached

    Front Desk Services

    • Private check-in/out

    Miscellaneous

    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms

    Languages Spoken

    • German
    • English
    • Icelandic

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

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 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

    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
    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 Skidbakki 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.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

    FAQs about Skidbakki Guesthouse

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

      • Hiking

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

    • Check-in at Skidbakki Guesthouse is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Skidbakki Guesthouse is 1.7 miles from the center of Kross. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Skidbakki Guesthouse can accommodate this group size:

      • 8 guests

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

    • Skidbakki Guesthouse has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

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

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