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Afternoon Cottages near Hella, Hekla & Landmannalaugar

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A small wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by snow, under a starry night sky with the Northern Lights.
A snow-capped mountain with a barren foreground.
A snow-covered landscape with a river, a mountain in the background, and a small building with a red roof.
A modern room with a bed, a desk, and two chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall and large windows with blinds.
A small, single-story metal building with a white door and a small garden area with a potted plant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated at the riverfront, this 1-bedroom cottage accommodates 2 guests. It features a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Explore the Caves of Hella and play a round at Hella Golf Course, both easily accessible from the property.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Caves of Hella
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Patio
  • Internet
  • Kitchenette
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Hella, Hella
  • Place, Caves of Hella
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Seljalandsfoss
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Secret Lagoon
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heimaey (VEY-Vestmannaeyar)
    ‪94 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Afternoon Cottages near Hella, Hekla & Landmannalaugar

Spacious cottage, well located in southern Iceland. The cottage is near Hekla, Landmannalaugar, Þjófafoss, Fossabrekkur, Gjáin, Hjálparfoss, Fjallabakur, and many more famous places. Only 20 min drive from Hella and the highway. In the winter there is a possibility to see the famous northern lights. We're on Google Maps: Search for "Afternoon Cottages".

Cozy cottage surrounded by lovely nature. You have almost everything you need in this cottage. It's just like a studio apartment. Well-equipped kitchen with a small fridge, 2 elements ceramic cooktop, microwave, toaster, coffee machine, and all the necessary kitchenware. You can use all the coffee and tea you need.

Large bed for two people, 43" TV on the wall to watch Netflix or the local TV station (RÚV). Duvets and duvet covers will be ready along with a sheet on the bed. Two cozy armchairs for chilling. The dining table can be upsized (doubled) if you have friends staying in the other houses to have a meal with you or just chat over a cup of coffee.

Private bathroom with a toilet, shower, and a nice lighting mirror over a sink. Towels are included. Hand- and bath soap is ready to be used.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7694628
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hella

Located in Rangárþing ytra, this cottage is in the mountains and on a river. Keldur Turf House and Turf House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caves of Hella and Urridafoss Waterfall.
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Hella, Hella

What's nearby

  • Caves of Hella - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Seljalandsfoss - 31 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Kerid Crater - 47 min drive - 64.0 km
  • Secret Lagoon - 49 min drive - 65.6 km
  • Reykjadalur Valley - 53 min drive - 66.3 km

Getting around

  • Heimaey (VEY-Vestmannaeyar) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sveitagrill Míu - Mía's Country Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hekla Street Food - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Strönd - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stracta Rótin - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ármót Lounge - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Afternoon Cottages near Hella, Hekla & Landmannalaugar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Afternoon Cottages near Hella, Hekla & Landmannalaugar?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Afternoon Cottages near Hella, Hekla & Landmannalaugar?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Afternoon Cottages near Hella, Hekla & Landmannalaugar?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Afternoon Cottages near Hella, Hekla & Landmannalaugar located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Caves of Hella and within 9 miles (15 km) of Hella Golf Course and Lava Centre. Saga Centre and Urridafoss Waterfall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. Nice and quiet and we got to see the Northern Lights!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rest and recharge here

Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place to Stay

The full kitchen was delightful. Really enjoyed the full size shower. Unfortunately the northern lights didn’t pay us a visit during our stay but the location views were incredible. Very thankful to stay in such a beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing cottages

Elvar was a gracious host and the cottages were amazing. The area was beautiful and so quiet and relaxing. I would recommend them to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely recommendable

Very tidy, kitchen well equipped, booking uncomplicated, in case of questions your are helped very quickly, privacy guaranteed
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin

Great cabin and very accommodating and responsive management. The only thing was the hot water wasn’t really hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So amazing

So great!!!!! Was in the perfect location for the first part of our trip. The cabin was amazing and had everything we needed. Thank you so much Afternoon cottages and look forward to hopefully making it back in the near future
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

Absolutely stunninf views and amazing experince. We were able to wall arpund and explore even getting to see a water fall. Overall outstanding. Would return !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage in rural iceland

Cute, cozy cottage located in rural Iceland. Beautiful scenery around the cottage including a small waterfall nearby. Would have been excellent spot to view northern lights, unfortunately the weather didn’t work out for us. Would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base location and comfortable

My husband and I are frequent travelers and often use VRBO and have for more than 10 years. This is one of the best properties we have ever stayed at: super clean, comfortable beds/bedding, kitchenette met needs perfectly-we cooked breakfast and two dinners, temperature controls were easy. The views were great and there’s even a small, lovely waterfall near by! Host was outstanding with communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected, except for availability of bathroom amenities. For this price, is it unreasonable to provide shampoo/conditioner? Otherwise was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 1 night

We absolutely loved the cottage and wished we could have stayed more than one night. We stayed our last night in Iceland in this modern cottage that had everything we needed! The best part was the amazing Norther Light show we were able to see from the porch. Would recommend this place to anyone who loves to stay off the beaten path and enjoy the beauty of Iceland’s natural landscape!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place / Great Price

We spent half our time in Reykjavik and wanted to spend half our time out of the city. This place was perfect. Close enough, convenient, and had all the amenities we could want for being more rural. Please note, there is about a 4 mile stretch of gravel road to reach this location but it is well maintained and we never had an issue. This place was great for visiting places in the south / south east of Iceland.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible stay!

This property is beautiful! It has everything you need for a short stay with a comfortable bed, clean space, and kitchen utensils. It's in a very remote location (short portion of the road there is gravel) which would be ideal for viewing the Northern Lights. Unfortunately it was cloudy while we were there, but if you had a clear night you would certainly have a beautiful view. The nearest gas station/restaurants are 30 minutes away in Hella. Definitely recommend for a quiet and beautiful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Opportunity To See The Aurora

We have been guests at the Afternoon Cottages twice. We stayed in #4 the first time and #5 the second time. They are mirror images of each other. Everything was clean and the location is perfect for seeing the Aurora as long as the sky is clear. Communication with the property manager was easy and effortless and on our first stay we even extended it by a day. I highly recommend the Afternoon Cottages.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One Night Stay

We were absolutely taken back on how great this place was. It was the perfect size and we got to see the Northern Lights, which was amazing. The bed was comfy and the tv was a night touch. Our only complaint is when you search the location on VRBO, the "ping" for it shows it quite a bit closer to Hella than what it really is. The road was very rough and it took us about 30 minutes to get there from Hella. Overall the stay was fantastic though!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, natural, big skies

Big open skies, quiet and private among the natural ruggedness of Iceland. Inside we were greeted with a big comfortable bed with large windows to admire the beauty outside. The unit we stayed in had a waterfall in the distance. The kitchenette had all we needed (coffee and tea) and there was plenty of hot water. It was quite an adventure to get to the housette: 4 miles of gravel road but the payoff was worth it. 4x4 recommended (just in case).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Middle of nowhere

The little house was well equipped and perfect if you could pick it up and put it closer to things to do. We drove from Selfloss to stay over and headed to the Geyser/Gullfloss waterfall in the am.. it was so far away!! Took us over 1.5hrs back tracking towards Selfoss… if I had known the landscape, I would stay in Selfoss instead.. the little house was amazing. The bed was comfortable. Great shower. Little kitchen. Tv n wifi but in the middle of no where!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2024
Thanl you for the review. For most of our guests, Afternoon Cottages are top notch and the best accommodation they stay with on their trip. All of the listings photos are actual photos of the property and the reviews are also genuinely real. Location is well listed before reserving and distances can be calculated before reserving. Be welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location

Great house North of Hella

The house is amazing and beautiful! Priced right for the location, about 26 mins away from Hella this small house comes with everything you need including a spectacular view and the freshest of air. The surrounding areas are majestic and so are the mountains in the back. You can see a small waterfall and hear the river. Each house has individual parking and it's quiet and clean. One thing missing in the description was the road to access the property which is under construction and if have a low car can destroy it. This was a major issue. If you have a truck or suv high off the ground you are fine, otherwise this is a problem for about 18 minutes straight. The only negative aspect was communication with our host. We pointed out that all towels were very moldy smelling and we got the equivalent response to "understood" but nothing else. We traveled out of backpacks so we didn't bring our own body towels, so far that has never been an issue. We also brought up how the description in VRBO did not include that a road was not built and renters should beware. The response was also dismissive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

My cottage was exactly as advertised and was beautiful, comfy, and a wonderful place to stay! There’s nothing Elvar can really do about this, but it’s important for folks to be aware that the road to the property switched from paved, to gravel, and then back to paved, and then back to gravel for the last couple of kilometers! :) keep that in mind when driving there. The kitchen was well equipped, but it’s a small kitchen of course so be aware and don’t bring fine dining cuisine to cook! It would be nice to have a list of items that one can expect in the kitchen, I think there’s a few items on the listing, but a full list would be nice. It would have helped with my food shopping plans! Elvar and anyone else working on the social media and website presences of this property are top notch! The check in “booklet” on the website was wonderful! Additionally, communication was a breeze, and they were prompt at answering questions and addressing concerns- both before I arrived and while I was staying at the property. I would highly recommend this as a place to stay. Additionally, I was able to see the Northern Lights on my last night there! While Elvar can’t control whether the lights are visible, I can confirm this property is great for chasing the lights :) Bed was comfy, and I appreciated being able to use Icelandic Netflix- I got to see shows I wouldn’t normally see!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Petit logement bien équipé. Location facile à trouver et isolé pour tranquillité. À 20 min de la route 1 et accès facile pour aller visiter d’est en ouest.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Easy check in procedure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

Lovely, comfortable little cabin, suited me to a "T" . Well maintained, suitabley appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

This was an awesome cottage. Very cozy, very clean, easy check in and out. Host checked on us immediately to make sure we were good. Very comfortable bed! The only thing... the black out blinds are not block out. Def bring your eye masks. We had a 4x4 car, the gravel roads were tricky. Just have to be careful. We loved Iceland!!! Explored and did a lot of hiking! Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

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