Gíslaholt

About this house rental

Situated in Southern Region, this charming house for $230 per night is a great option for your next break. Located in Borgarnes in the West Iceland region, Gíslaholt features a patio. This holiday home provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Featuring a private entrance, the holiday home allows guests to maintain their privacy.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Southern Region

Nearby attractions

Friðland að Fjallabaki

86.10 miles

Fagrifoss

114.08 miles

The Commonwealth farm

63.89 miles

Búrfells Forest

65.26 miles

Gíslaholt

5.0

Outstanding(139 Reviews)

House in Southern Region

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Southern Region

Nearby attractions

Friðland að Fjallabaki

86.10 miles

Fagrifoss

114.08 miles

The Commonwealth farm

63.89 miles

Búrfells Forest

65.26 miles

Reviews

5.0/5.0

Outstanding(139 Reviews)

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10.0

Aug 2023

Absolutely perfect and happy !

Just the perfect place ! Quiet, cozy, comfortable, clean and many place. I hope I will come back. For our last nights in Iceland it was more than fine !

Nothing

9.0

Aug 2023

Superb

Comfortable, nicely decorated little house, comfi beds, beautiful location, nice host.

Thee can be lots of midges, they woke us up at night by stinging us. Keep the windows closed as much as possible. Insect screens for the windows would be nice.

10.0

Aug 2023

Geweldige Lodge

We were happy to stay for a few day's in such a wonderfull lodge. Well equipped, tastfull designed and having 'a million view' on the landscape.

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7.0

Jul 2023

Wilderness paradise

Superb location, very beautiful and peaceful. It feels like you are thoroughly in the wilderness, yet Borgarnes is a short drive. It's also a good base for driving to Snaefellsnes as well as the tourist hot spots of the Golden Circle. There's also a wonderfully isolated, fairly unknown hot spring close by. The cottage is comfortable and equipped with all the necessary amenities. The self check-in functioned smoothly. Owners sent very detailed directions and location coordinates which helped us find the cottage easily. Views around the cottage are amazing! Mountains and what feels like the entire sky surround the place. One can easily expect to see the aurora borealis here. Fully equipped kitchen, with all necessary things to cook.

While the cottage in itself is cosy, it is rather on a small size. Advertised as a place for 4, still probably only perfect in size for 2. The kitchen and bathroom are small, too. Very efficient, but small. No proper storage place. Staying longer than 1-2 nights might get a bit claustrophobic with luggage laying around. Bugs and flying ants are all over the place, loving the warmth of the house. This makes the cottage looking tad dirty (which is no hosts fault). There is also some dust in corners. In comparison to some other properties a bit dated and in a need of an upkeep.

10.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

Remote location, very beautiful and peaceful. The cabin is comfortable and equipped with all the necessary amenities. The self check-in functioned smoothly.

There are a gazillion flies and even more biting midges. At the end of my stay I was fully covered in bug bites, something that didn’t happen anywhere else on my trip in Iceland. If you stay here, come equipped with insect repellent!

10.0

Apr 2023

Exceptional

It has breath taking mountains views. Very modern interior. Very functional for family.

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10.0

Apr 2023

Cosy cabin in the wilderness

Superb location - it feels like you are thoroughly in the wilderness, yet Borgarnes is a short drive. It's also a good base for driving to Snaefellsnes as well as the tourist hot spots of the Golden Circle. Given the dark skies, we were able to see the aurora - a truly breathtaking experience.There's also a wonderfully isolated, fairly unknown hot spring close by. Just the right size for 2 people and actually hot, as opposed to warm. The cabin in itself is cosy - despite some very challenging weather at times, we never felt cold. It's also well planned for space and is very comfortable for 3 people. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and bathroom and all the information was provided promptly. This is our first visit to Iceland and having the cabin as our base after long days travelling was just what we needed. We only hope the other cabins we have booked across the country will be as comfortable :)

I've asked the family and we have no complaints.

10.0

Sep 2022

Relaxing and beautiful!

Everything about this property was great! Relaxing and clean. The host was prompt to respond and made directions and entry very easy despite it being a bit off the beaten path.

I have no complaints! Everything was exactly as pictured and perfect for us.

10.0

Sep 2022

Exceptional

We have travelled extensively throughout the world and this must rate as one of my top stays . The location is remote and breathtaking , and the hosts have thought of everything for the house It has simple but stunning decor . A really special place in so many ways !

10.0

Sep 2022

Exceptional

Owner sent very detailed directions and location coordinates, too, so this cabin was easy to find. The cabin is perfect in size for our family of 3 adults. 2 twin beds were in the main bedroom, and I used the sofa bed which was already laid out and made when we arrived. The kitchen and bathroom are small, but not too tight. Very efficient! Fantastic views all around. Mountains and what feels like the entire sky surround the place. We had the most amazing experience viewing the aurora borealis here at midnight. It was extra special as we were celebrating a birthday, and the fact that the sky was practically unobstructed by anything gave us a better view.

9.0

Aug 2022

Great time close to Snaefelsness

Very nice view from the accommodation. It is a bit outside from Borgarnes (beautiful city at the sea), but with a great landscape around.

10.0

Aug 2022

Exceptional

Peaceful and beautiful.

10.0

Jun 2022

Exceptional

Wonderful place with great view around. Fully equipped kitchen, with all necessary things to cook. Owners were kind and responsive. It was possible to get know the farm and take ride with horses. Great place!

We had everything we need!

10.0

May 2022

Exceptional

A very clean, cosy cottage in beautiful landscape and peaceful, quiet setting. Kitchen well equipped, cosy beds and great bathroom. Everything one needs is there. It’s close to the popular sights of Reykholt, Hraunfossar and Húsafell. Wonderful owners.

10.0

May 2022

fantastic

A fabulous place to stay. The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable self catering property. The 360 degree views are beautiful. Comfortable beds and lovely linen. The location is very easy to find and is convenient to visit many attractions including Snaefellsnes peninsular and it’s not far from Reykjavik. The lava tunnel at Viogelmir is a must!

nothing at all!!

10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

Modern, Clean and well equipped. Good location for the west and northern lights viewing.

9.0

Apr 2022

Superb

Views, kitchen utensils and equipment, very clean and well decorated, hosts exceptional

Twin beds and no tv. If twin beds are necessary for business, consider ones that can be attached together

10.0

Feb 2022

Amazing!!!

Most Amazing Place Ever. Absolutly Beautiful House. Has everything you Need. My Highlight was the Horse back Ride with the owner. I will come back in Summer 🤩 Thank you for the Beautiful Stay!

10.0

Dec 2021

Exceptional

The cottage was incredibly cozy, exceptionally well appointed, clean, and in a beautiful secluded location that was still easily accessible from Bogarnes! Could not recommend this stay more highly. It was the perfect base from which to explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.

10.0

Aug 2021

Peaceful place

The cottage has everything you need. You feel home, cosy and comfortable. The location is stunning. You are in the middle of the nature.

10.0

Jul 2021

Exceptional

Very peaceful and clean little house, well equipped kitchen, very tasteful interieur and a big veranda to enjoy the sun and the beautiful surrounding. The owners were very nice, we booked a horse-ride with them, which was a lot of joy. We can definitely recommend that place to everyone looking for peace and nature and would definitely book again.

Everything fine

10.0

Jul 2021

Exceptional

Beautiful, well designed cottage!

10.0

Jun 2021

Mindblowing!

The view is absolutely world class!

10.0

May 2021

Fantastic place in beautiful setting

This place was impeccably clean and felt brand new. The kitchen was well-stocked and had everything one needed.

Slightly difficult to find.

10.0

Sep 2020

Lovely comfy cottages near Borgarnes

Gíslaholt cottages are the coziest we have ever stayed at in Iceland. They are extremely well-equipped for cooking, with avocado oil, spices and soy sauce, all the necessary utensils, teapot, French press and beautiful dishes. The owners definitely have an eye for little details that make your stay extra pleasant: a wool throw, lovely art and LED-candles. The location is so peaceful and quiet, with horses and sheep roaming around, not far from Glymur Foss, which proved to be a memorable hike! Plus the views from the cottage are incredibles! We had the pleasure to chat briefly with the owners and they are lovely people. Hopefully we will be back!

9.0

Aug 2020

Very good and highly recommended place for exploring the region north of Borgarnes.

Excellent location for exploring the region. We think the region has very much to offer for visitors. We stayed 6 nights at Gíslaholt. The two cottages are fairly remote, something we like. Horses and sheep are grazing around the cottage. The owners farm is located 1 km from the cottage. We used the cottage as a "base camp" for tours in the area: Reykholt church, Hraun Fossar, Langjökull, the Surtshellir lava caves, the F578 through the lava fields and the lakes north of Eiriksjökull. We visited the lakes Langavatn (road 553) and Hítarvatn (road 539). These are highly recommended trips. Also hiking using Kaldidalur (road 55) as access is great. The cottage is comfortable, well equipped and very clean. Shoping in Borgarnes is just 15 Minutes away.

In calm days there were many bugs (no-see-ums) and you need to keep all windows closed. Do not forget to bring along powerfull insect repellents (DEET). At Surtshellir you need DEET for shure. Our visit was in early August. Of course you cannot blame the host for the bugs. So this is just an information for visitors. There were no complaints regarding the cottage itself whatsoever.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Southern Region?

The average price for a rental in Southern Region is $121 per night. This rental is $109 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Gíslaholt. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Gíslaholt pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Gíslaholt?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony / patio, and garden.

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Gíslaholt

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Southern Region

Nearby attractions

Gíslaholt

House in Southern Region

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Southern Region

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Southern Region?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Gíslaholt pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Gíslaholt?

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