Refurbished Townhouse in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area
House in Reykjavik
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
The house is one of Reykjavik’s “funkis style” houses built 1937/38 in one of the first architect designed residential houses in a planned neighbourhood with all lounges and gardens facing south. The house is typical of the area and is clad with what can best be described as lava like concrete coating for protection against the elements.
The house has been extensively refurbished and contains all modern features for a comfortable and carefree stay in a quiet residential area a short walk from the City centre.
The Space
Wireless Internet - works in all rooms. The router is located in the living room - network and access code are listed on the side of the router. From the entrance hall there is a door leading to a space for hanging outdoor clothing and shoes. The kitchen is fully fitted and well equipped including a mixer, microwave and toaster (there is a second kitchen on the lower ground floor).
Bedroom 1 has has a queen sized double bed and a good wardrobe. Space to store luggage. Small balcony facing the garden. Bedroom 2 has a king sized double bed, a small desk to and space to store luggage. Bedroom 3 has a bunk-bed (90cm x 200cm).
The Bathroom is fully tiled, it has a double sink with a large mirror and shaver power-point. The bathroom has a large comfy rain-shower unit. There is a hairdrier stored in the large under-sink storage unit. Quality towels, liquid hand-wash and lotion. The second bathroom is located on the lower ground floor.
The living-room is open plan with a Chesterfield sofa and two comfy chairs. From the living-room there is a double door leading to the garden. The dining area is open plan with the lounge and kitchen the dining table can easily seat 10 people.
From the entrance hall on the upper ground floor there is access via a further spiral stairs to the lower ground floor which has a completely re-designed space which forms a flat with an additional fully fitted kitchen and the second bathroom in the house.
The whole house is decorated and equipped to a high standard.
The lower ground floor flat/space is heated by underfloor heating controlled with wall-mounted dials.
The flat can also be entered from outside, down steps through an entrance on the west side of the house. This door leads to a tiled hallway.
The second kitchen is fitted with electric hob and oven, fridge and microwave. There is coffee maker and all main kitchen utensils, crockery and cutlery.
The second bathroom has a large walk in rain shower, fully tiled with a wide sink and large mirror.
The lower ground floor bedroom (bedroom 4) has a queen sized comfortable double bed.
The open plan lounge space has a sofa bed which converts to a double bed, comfortably sleeping two adults. The lounge is fitted with a 50inch smart TV and two tall wardrobe units with hangers and drawers to accommodate your clothing and luggage.
The lower ground flat has the same wooden flooring throughout as upper floors and tiles in kitchen and bathroom.
On the lower-ground floor there is a washroom equipped with a washing machine and a fold-out washing line for hanging clothes. The washroom has an storage space for luggage.
Guest access
Access to the house is through the main front door on the upper ground floor.
The upper ground floor is all in an open plan space. A winding staircase lit by a large stain glass window takes you to the upper floor which has three bedrooms and a bathroom.
There is access through the hallway on the main floor leading down stairs to the lower ground floor flat and the the wash room in case you have some washing to do.
There is off-street parking for one car (in front of the garage) and plenty of free parking on the streets next to the house.
We can arrange for our local caretaker can meet you and assist further should you need something specific.
Local amenities .
10 minutes walk down to the seafront, 15-20 min walk to Öskjuhlíð where you can see all over Reykjavik and further.
The flat is less than 5 minutes walk from the local grocery shop, pharmacy and the central bus station.
The flat is less that 3 minutes walk to an indoor&outdoor swimming pool and hot tub spa "Sundhöll Reykjavik". This is our local swimming pool and spa, great for kids - we definitely recommend going to these swimming baths!
Interaction
We operate self-check-in with good instructions (so our guests say). Therefore early/late check-ins are welcomed (early check-in dependent on if departing guests are checking out the same morning).
Keys will be accessed through a security box with an access code, at the property.
I will be in touch with you at all times to make arrangements for arrival and departure. Should you need any advise on you stay in Iceland you are of course welcome to get in touch and I'll do my best to help.
Neighbourhood overview
A newly, totally refurbished townhouse (Funkis architecture) with off street parking house in Reykjavik, located in a quiet residential area, yet less than 5 minutes walk from the main shopping street in Reykjavik with numerous restaurants, bars and shops. Reykavik's main museums, galleries and harbour (in case you want to go whale watching) are all within 10-15 minutes walk. Our favourite seafood restaurant, Lækjabrekka is only about 15 minutes strole down the main shopping street. There is 10 minutes walk down to the seafront, 15-20 min walk to Öskjuhlíð where you can see all over Reykjavik and further. The flat is less than 5 minutes walk from the local grocery shop (open 24 hours), pharmacy and the central city-bus station. The house is about 3 minutes walk to an indoor swimming pool (Sundhöllin). There is 3 minutes walk to one of Reykjavik´s central parks with play areas for children and the park houses, a great café and one of Reykjavik´s main art museums (Kjarvalstaðir). The landmark Church (shown on many posters for Reykjavik), Hallgrímskirkja, the tallest building in Reykjavik is less than 5 minutes walk from the house and can be easily seen from the house.
Getting around
The Central Bus station (BSI) in Reykjavik serving transport to Keflavik Airport is a 10 minutes walk from the house. Taking the Flybus+option at Keflavik Airport you can ask for a drop off at Reykjavik Hostel Village which is less than a 1 minute walk to our house. The main feature of the location is that you can walk to majority of Reykjavik´s sights, cafés , restaurants, museums and shopping within 5 to 10 minutes. The Central Reykjavik City-Bus Station at "Hlemmur" is less than 5 minutes walk. The City-Buses take you out and about Reykjavik City and Greater Reykjavik.
Other things to note
Please be respectful of our neighbors in the next door house and avoid making noise or playing loud music, especially after 11pm and before 9am.
The house has been extensively refurbished and contains all modern features for a comfortable and carefree stay in a quiet residential area a short walk from the City centre.
The Space
Wireless Internet - works in all rooms. The router is located in the living room - network and access code are listed on the side of the router. From the entrance hall there is a door leading to a space for hanging outdoor clothing and shoes. The kitchen is fully fitted and well equipped including a mixer, microwave and toaster (there is a second kitchen on the lower ground floor).
Bedroom 1 has has a queen sized double bed and a good wardrobe. Space to store luggage. Small balcony facing the garden. Bedroom 2 has a king sized double bed, a small desk to and space to store luggage. Bedroom 3 has a bunk-bed (90cm x 200cm).
The Bathroom is fully tiled, it has a double sink with a large mirror and shaver power-point. The bathroom has a large comfy rain-shower unit. There is a hairdrier stored in the large under-sink storage unit. Quality towels, liquid hand-wash and lotion. The second bathroom is located on the lower ground floor.
The living-room is open plan with a Chesterfield sofa and two comfy chairs. From the living-room there is a double door leading to the garden. The dining area is open plan with the lounge and kitchen the dining table can easily seat 10 people.
From the entrance hall on the upper ground floor there is access via a further spiral stairs to the lower ground floor which has a completely re-designed space which forms a flat with an additional fully fitted kitchen and the second bathroom in the house.
The whole house is decorated and equipped to a high standard.
The lower ground floor flat/space is heated by underfloor heating controlled with wall-mounted dials.
The flat can also be entered from outside, down steps through an entrance on the west side of the house. This door leads to a tiled hallway.
The second kitchen is fitted with electric hob and oven, fridge and microwave. There is coffee maker and all main kitchen utensils, crockery and cutlery.
The second bathroom has a large walk in rain shower, fully tiled with a wide sink and large mirror.
The lower ground floor bedroom (bedroom 4) has a queen sized comfortable double bed.
The open plan lounge space has a sofa bed which converts to a double bed, comfortably sleeping two adults. The lounge is fitted with a 50inch smart TV and two tall wardrobe units with hangers and drawers to accommodate your clothing and luggage.
The lower ground flat has the same wooden flooring throughout as upper floors and tiles in kitchen and bathroom.
On the lower-ground floor there is a washroom equipped with a washing machine and a fold-out washing line for hanging clothes. The washroom has an storage space for luggage.
Guest access
Access to the house is through the main front door on the upper ground floor.
The upper ground floor is all in an open plan space. A winding staircase lit by a large stain glass window takes you to the upper floor which has three bedrooms and a bathroom.
There is access through the hallway on the main floor leading down stairs to the lower ground floor flat and the the wash room in case you have some washing to do.
There is off-street parking for one car (in front of the garage) and plenty of free parking on the streets next to the house.
We can arrange for our local caretaker can meet you and assist further should you need something specific.
Local amenities .
10 minutes walk down to the seafront, 15-20 min walk to Öskjuhlíð where you can see all over Reykjavik and further.
The flat is less than 5 minutes walk from the local grocery shop, pharmacy and the central bus station.
The flat is less that 3 minutes walk to an indoor&outdoor swimming pool and hot tub spa "Sundhöll Reykjavik". This is our local swimming pool and spa, great for kids - we definitely recommend going to these swimming baths!
Interaction
We operate self-check-in with good instructions (so our guests say). Therefore early/late check-ins are welcomed (early check-in dependent on if departing guests are checking out the same morning).
Keys will be accessed through a security box with an access code, at the property.
I will be in touch with you at all times to make arrangements for arrival and departure. Should you need any advise on you stay in Iceland you are of course welcome to get in touch and I'll do my best to help.
Neighbourhood overview
A newly, totally refurbished townhouse (Funkis architecture) with off street parking house in Reykjavik, located in a quiet residential area, yet less than 5 minutes walk from the main shopping street in Reykjavik with numerous restaurants, bars and shops. Reykavik's main museums, galleries and harbour (in case you want to go whale watching) are all within 10-15 minutes walk. Our favourite seafood restaurant, Lækjabrekka is only about 15 minutes strole down the main shopping street. There is 10 minutes walk down to the seafront, 15-20 min walk to Öskjuhlíð where you can see all over Reykjavik and further. The flat is less than 5 minutes walk from the local grocery shop (open 24 hours), pharmacy and the central city-bus station. The house is about 3 minutes walk to an indoor swimming pool (Sundhöllin). There is 3 minutes walk to one of Reykjavik´s central parks with play areas for children and the park houses, a great café and one of Reykjavik´s main art museums (Kjarvalstaðir). The landmark Church (shown on many posters for Reykjavik), Hallgrímskirkja, the tallest building in Reykjavik is less than 5 minutes walk from the house and can be easily seen from the house.
Getting around
The Central Bus station (BSI) in Reykjavik serving transport to Keflavik Airport is a 10 minutes walk from the house. Taking the Flybus+option at Keflavik Airport you can ask for a drop off at Reykjavik Hostel Village which is less than a 1 minute walk to our house. The main feature of the location is that you can walk to majority of Reykjavik´s sights, cafés , restaurants, museums and shopping within 5 to 10 minutes. The Central Reykjavik City-Bus Station at "Hlemmur" is less than 5 minutes walk. The City-Buses take you out and about Reykjavik City and Greater Reykjavik.
Other things to note
Please be respectful of our neighbors in the next door house and avoid making noise or playing loud music, especially after 11pm and before 9am.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Map of Reykjavik
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Reviews
10.0
Great lication
10.0
We had a fantastic time at this property. Very comfortable beds, great shower, great cooking space with all the necessities. Highly recommend this property if staying in Reykjavik.
10.0
This lovely home is perfectly located for visiting Reykjavik. Within walking distance to most sites. The on site parking is a real asset in the city. My only suggestion is a cozy blanket for the couch would be nice. The beds were very comfortable and I think separate comforters is brilliant so your covers are not stolen in the night. Thanks for a great stay!
10.0
Great location. Excellent host. Very nice property with lots of services and extras.
10.0
Loved the number of bedrooms and two full baths which worked well for my four adult children and my husband and myself. Two separate entrances was great as well. Location was also perfect. Near food halls, shopping and Rainbow Road. Very quiet residential street. Would definitely stay again.
10.0
Our location was perfect, as we had a place to park but easy access to tour and city busses. Also shops, entertainment and restaurants were only steps away.
If you have mobility problems the house has lots of steps to go from basement room to the top floor. There is enough room for 8 and plenty of room to eat together or by yourself. Word of note, check all cabinets before purchasing groceries. We bought coffee filters and found multiple packs of filters already there, so we added to the pile. There is a clothes washer, but not a dryer, but plenty of drying racks. The place was comfortable and the furnishings were lovely. Overall a great experience and the host was very thorough in making suggestions on places to eat, providing brochures and ensuring about buses.
10.0
The house was the ideal location for a quick stopover in Iceland. Walking distance to all the main attractions but also good parking and easy access to highways to leave the Reykjavik area and get out into the country. Home was comfortable with nice amenities. Would definitely recommend and stay there again!
10.0
Location and accommodations were great
10.0
Great location
10.0
Very comfortable accommodation close to all the main streets and attractions of Reykjavik but far enough to be quiet. Self contained basement suite with two double rooms and bunk room with bathroom on first floor and living kitchen on ground floor. Washing machine in laundry next to basement suite. Floor heating and panel heating so very comfortable temperature in mid October. Walking distance to restaurants, museums and attractions. Plenty of room for our group of six. Would recommentd highly and thank Ulli for his very clear and detailed instructions
10.0
The accommodation really matched our needs.
10.0
Very nice house in convenient location
Beautiful and bright with lots of windows and nice views. Walking distance to Hallgrimskirkja and many bus stops.
10.0
Fantastic accomadations!
The townhouse was perfect….we had 6 Women!
Within the perfect walking distance to downtown & pickup stops for tours.
10.0
Great location in Reykjavik
We stayed here during the Iceland Airwaves festival and it was a great location for a base. Communication with the owner was clear and prompt. We occupied the entire house (including the downstairs apartment and it was perfect for the five of us. Thanks!
10.0
Great, central location
This house met all of our needs. It was very clean; the showers have great water pressure; all kitchen cookware/utensils were there; there’s parking for 2 cars; and it’s near so many cook things! Everything is as represented. Ulli was very responsive to our questions. I definitely recommend this place.
10.0
Great location! Excellent management!
The house met all our needs and was in a very convenient location to all of downtown. We rented the whole house and the extra apartment in the basement worked out great! It was also nice to have the backyard for the kids to run around in...Swimming pool just minutes away was also a hit! Communication with the owner, Ulli was amazing. He even helped us by purchasing a second pack and play crib from my granddaughter! Thank you so much! The kitchen was adequately equipped but could use a few more child friendly dishes...Overall, quiet neighborhood feel, minutes away from the center of the city.
10.0
Super nice owner. Clean house. Good walking to many sites
Lovely trip. Highly recommend house for groups of 5-10. Big common area
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Reykjavik?
The average price for a rental in Reykjavik is R 2,949 per night. This rental is R 6,378 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Refurbished Townhouse in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Refurbished Townhouse in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area. Enjoy the water!
Is Refurbished Townhouse in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Refurbished Townhouse in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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