Holt Woodland Cottage with Private Hot Tub, Cosy Retreat in West Iceland

A cosy cottage among birch trees. A private hot tub beneath the Icelandic sky. A peaceful place to return to after exploring West Iceland.

Welcome to Holt, a traditional Icelandic summer house for up to six guests. With its warm interior, large terrace and woodland surroundings, Holt invites you to settle in, slow down and enjoy time together.

Spend your days discovering the waterfalls of Borgarfjörður, the coastlines of Snæfellsnes and the cafés of Borgarnes. Then come home for a barbecue, a relaxing soak and an evening with nowhere else you need to be.

YOUR OWN WOODLAND RETREAT

Birch trees surround the lawn beside Holt, giving the cottage a sheltered, natural setting. Enjoy morning coffee outside, watch the changing light through the trees or take a quiet moment on the terrace before the day begins.

For families, the lawn offers space for children to play nearby. For couples and friends, it is a welcoming setting for a slower-paced holiday, with the freedom to explore whenever you feel like heading out.

A PRIVATE HOT TUB FOR YOUR GROUP

Return from a day of waterfalls and coastal scenery, step onto the terrace and settle into the warm water in the hot tub. On summer evenings, linger outside in the long daylight. During the darker months, clear skies and the right aurora conditions may bring the northern lights into view.

The large terrace also has a barbecue and comfortable outdoor seating. Prepare dinner outside, share a meal and enjoy the peaceful surroundings as the evening unfolds.

THE COMFORT OF AN ICELANDIC SUMMERHOUSE

Built in the traditional Icelandic summerhouse style, Holt is well insulated and warm throughout the year.

The open kitchen and living area make it easy to spend time together. Settle into the generous corner sofa, enjoy a film on the large TV or share stories from the day while dinner is being prepared.

Comfortable beds provide a place to rest, with sleeping accommodation that includes a sleeping loft. One shared bathroom serves the cottage, and Wi-Fi helps you stay connected during your stay.

COOK, GATHER AND MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME

The kitchen is equipped for cooking and baking, with cookware and tableware for meals together.

Start with an unhurried breakfast, prepare lunch for a day exploring or pick up ingredients for dinner on the way home. The open layout keeps everyone part of the conversation, making cooking and eating together part of the holiday.

Having your own cottage lets you choose your rhythm: an early start for a full day out, or a slow morning followed by an afternoon on the terrace.

DISCOVER BORGARFJÖRÐUR

Holt is a countryside base for exploring the varied landscapes and history of Borgarfjörður.

Visit Hraunfossar, where streams emerge from the lava field, and nearby Barnafoss. See the steaming geothermal waters at Deildartunguhver, explore historic Reykholt or discover the volcanic scenery around Grábrók.

Choose a few stops and leave time to enjoy the journey. With Holt as your base, you can spread your exploring across several days and return to familiar comforts each evening.

MAKE A DAY OF SNÆFELLSNES

Set aside a full day for the Snæfellsnes peninsula, with its fishing villages, rugged coastline and volcanic landscapes.

Plan your route around the places that interest you most, from coastal stops to the scenery of Snæfellsjökull National Park. Let the weather and your group’s pace guide the day, with time to stop along the way.

Afterwards, return to the quiet of Holt and your own private hot tub.

BORGARNES FOR CAFÉS, DINING AND SUPPLIES

Borgarnes offers groceries, shops, cafés, restaurants and museums. Stop for lunch, enjoy a meal out or pick up something for the barbecue before returning to the countryside.

It is a combination that makes Holt a comfortable base: woodland surroundings, access to town services and varied day trips through West Iceland.

LEAVE TIME FOR THE SIMPLE MOMENTS

Not every memorable day needs a long drive.

Read on the sofa, share a leisurely meal or enjoy the terrace while the children play nearby. Between your sightseeing days, leave room for the pleasure of simply staying at Holt.

HOLT AT A GLANCE

• Entire Icelandic cottage for up to six guests
• Birch woodland setting with a lawn beside the house
• Private hot tub
• Large terrace with barbecue and outdoor seating
• Open kitchen and living area with a generous corner sofa
• Kitchen equipped for cooking and baking
• Comfortable sleeping accommodation, including a sleeping loft
• One shared bathroom
• Large TV and Wi-Fi
• Warm, well-insulated accommodation for every season
• Countryside base for exploring Borgarfjörður and Snæfellsnes

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE, A PERSONAL WELCOME

We have been connected to Borgarfjörður since childhood and enjoy sharing the area with our guests. Whether you would like ideas for a day out or have a question about Holt, please message us through Vrbo.

Explore West Iceland. Come home to your cottage among the birch trees.

DISCOVER OUR OTHER HOMES

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Lundur — up to 10 guests, West Iceland
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Hrossholt — up to 12 guests, Snæfellsnes
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Bakki and Holt — two homes for up to 16 guests, West Iceland
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Lundur and Klettur — two cottages and a guesthouse for up to 16 guests, West Iceland
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