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A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area with chairs, and a view of the sea. - Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown (Garðabær)
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A modern kitchen with a marble island, black cabinetry, and pendant lighting. - Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown (Garðabær)
A modern building with a glass facade, a trampoline, and a view of a river. - Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown (Garðabær)
A modern two-story house with a balcony, a chimney, and a trampoline in the yard. - Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown (Garðabær)
Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a garden and a playground at Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this villa. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

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10 out of 10
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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown

  • Urridaholt Garðabaer is a quiet new Eco-certified neighborhood located inside Heidmork nature reserve only 15 min drive to downtown Reykjavik (https://visitreykjavik.is/heidmork). Very little light pollution perfect for stargazing and seeing the northern lights inside the capital area. Paved pathways throughout nature with innovative playgrounds as well as more extreme hiking paths, mountain biking and spelunking. Perfect for nature lovers and families. Charging station and heated driveway. Electric vehicles available for rent. Car seats for infants to 12 year olds available free of charge.
    Urriðaholt: https://urridaholt.is/assets/content/pdfs/UH_ibuabaeklingur_2020_11_v8.pdf

    - Upstairs master suit with king size luxury bed and a sofa bed, walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom.
    - Upstairs guestroom with king size luxury bed and an office with 3 monitors, printer and internet speed is 1000 mbps.
    - Downstairs master suit with king size luxury bed, walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom.
    - Downstairs guestroom with a double bed and a sofa bed.
    All bedrooms have state of the art black screens and 600 TC luxury hotel linen.
    "5th bedroom": Under the stairs is a bedroom with a double bed.

    Mesmerising view through large windows. Ceiling height 2.5 m (8.2 ft) up to 5 m (16.4 ft). Indoor fireplaces on both floors. Two marble kitchens fully equipped for cooking, grilling and baking. One BBQ gas grill and one Gravity Series® XT Digital Charcoal BBQ & Smoker (XXL).

    Big garden with outside furniture, bench swing, hammock and a very big trampoline during summer. Globber trike 4in1, all kinds of scooters, 3 adult bikes, "kids ride shotgun", 16” kids bike with helper tires.
    Sleds for all ages available during winter.

    Children: kitchen, medical station, building station, pikler and slide, electric car, endless amount of toys, two Playstation 5, board games, telescope, binoculars.
    Infants: crib, sleeping nest, baby brezza, nursing pillow, changing table, tubs, jumping swing, BabyBjörn carrier bag, silver cross stroller equipped for infant up to 22 kg. Three baby high chairs; Nomi (infant installation included), Hokus Pokus and Ikea.

    Soap, shampoo, conditioner, detergent, fabric softener, dishwasher pods and most all essentials provided as well as some welcome food and drinks. Cleaning available during stay for additional cost.

    Nearby
    - Costco and Bónus supermarket 5 min walk
    - Dæinn coffee and vinery restaurant 7 min walk
    - Sjáland Banquet venue Gardabaer - beautiful hall with spectacular view
    - Oddur and Setberg golf clubs 15 min walk. Restaurant at Oddur golf club.
    - Búrfell natural monument (https://ust.is/english/visiting-iceland/protected-areas/south-west/burfell-gardabaer/)
    - Maríuhellar (Maria-caves) 20 min walk (https://www.greaticeland.com/place/mariuhellar)
    - Sky lagoon 15 min drive
    - Blue lagoon 35 min drive
    - Íshestar horse back riding 15 min drive
    - Blue mountain Icelands biggest ski resort 30 min drive
    - Arbaer ski resort 10 min drive and Grafarvogur ski resort 15 min drive

    Paved walking paths throughout the neighborhood surrounded by lava and moss with small and big innovative playgrounds in between. Pathway around Urridalake is not paved all the way.
    Pathway to Vífilsstadir and Vifilsstada-lake is paved all the way from our house and you can either go to the playgrounds and frisbee golf in Vifilsstadir or continue to Vifilsstada-lake where fishing is allowed.(https://www.alltrails.com/poi/iceland/capital/gardabaer/vifilsstadahlid, https://visitreykjavik.is/service/vifilsstadavatn-lake).

    For those traveling with children I can send a 5 page google document I made with family friendly activities and excursions as well as restaurant recommendations mostly inside the capital area and to the south.

    We will be spending Christmas in the villa so it will all be decorated. Christmas is 24th of December in Iceland, and we’ll leave for our house in the north of Iceland on 25th of December.

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About the area

Located in Garðabær, this villa is next to a golf course and near the beach. Reykjavik Harbour and Kopavogur and Gardabaer Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Laugavegur and Smaralind. Travelling with kids? Consider Viking Village, or check out an event or a game at Laugardalsholl. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Garðabær travel guide
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Garðabær, Garðabær

What's nearby

  • A street with a pink bicycle, a yellow bench, and various storefronts.
    Laugavegur
    10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • A church with a tall spire and a statue in front.
    Hallgrimskirkja
    13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by a marina with several boats.
    Harpa
    15 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • A waterfront promenade with a modern sculpture and a sunset.
    Reykjavik Harbour
    16 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Oddur Golf Club
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Hut
    5 min drive
  • Krydd
    7 min drive
  • Castello
    5 min drive
  • KFC
    5 min drive
  • Sjáland / Matur & Veisla
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Luxury lakefront Villa 15 min drive to downtown located?

This family-friendly Garðabær villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Oddur Golf Club, Viking Village and Fjörður Shopping Center. Hellisgerdi Park and Kopavogur and Gardabaer Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well located beautiful house with exceptional communications from host. Very very helpful with answers to questions
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026