Guesthouse Vatnsholt
63.879399, -20.786637Overview
Guesthouse Vatnsholt - a family-friendly guesthouse set by Lake Villingarholt, 10 miles from Selfoss, with Northern Lights viewing and separate cottage accommodations.
Cottage Accommodations and Room Options
The guesthouse offers cottage accommodations that differ from standard hotel rooms, providing families with private space. Room choices include options with private or shared bathroom facilities, with family rooms featuring a double bed and two twin beds. Guests in cottages have their own private entrance and small bathroom, while the main building houses shared bathroom rooms.
On-Site Rustic Dining
The restaurant is housed in a renovated barn, offering a rustic setting with large guest capacity. The menu highlights regional specialties made from locally sourced ingredients, including fish from the on-site lake. Breakfast is a varied buffet with regional specialties, available for a fee, and dinner includes options like fresh fish specials and pizza.
On-Site Entertainment and Activities
Common areas include a games room with billiards, darts, and foosball, plus a shared lounge with TV. Evening entertainment includes live music performances, movie nights, and themed dinner nights. Outdoor activities include a children's playground, walking tours, and access to a small Lilliputian Zoo with domesticated animals.
Northern Lights and Scenic Location
The guesthouse's remote location away from city lights makes it a prime spot for viewing the Northern Lights, with staff often alerting guests when they appear. The property sits along Iceland's scenic Ring Road, 43 miles from Reykjavik, with views of Lake Villingarholt and surrounding mountains. Nearby attractions include Urridafoss Waterfall and a geothermal park, with staff able to arrange horse riding and fishing.
Facilities for Families
Families have access to a children's playground, indoor play area, and kids' outdoor play equipment. The guesthouse provides board games and puzzles in the common areas, and a kid-friendly buffet is available at the restaurant. Cottages offer privacy for families, and the property has a safe environment with CCTV and smoke alarms.
- Location: Scenic Ring Road, 43 miles from Reykjavik, near Lake Villingarholt
- Accommodations: Separate cottages and family rooms with private or shared bathrooms
- Dining: Regional specialties in a renovated barn restaurant
- Entertainment: Billiards, darts, live music, movie nights, Lilliputian Zoo
- Family: Children's playground, indoor play area, board games
- Nature: Northern Lights viewing, horse riding, fishing access
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
130 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds / 1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
130 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds / 1 Double bed
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Shower
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Heating
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Max:6 persons
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Room size:
165 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed and 4 Bunk beds
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Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Pool tables
- Darts
- Fishing
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Guesthouse Vatnsholt
| 💵 Lowest room price | 114 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 46.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Reykjavik, RKV |
Location
- City landmarks
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