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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12245 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Akureyri, Northeastern Region
  • Forest Lagoon
    4 min drive
  • Laxdal House
    6 min drive
  • Lystigarður Akureyrar
    9 min drive
  • Akureyri (AEY)
    7 min drive

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About the area

Akureyri

Located in Akureyri, this vacation home is by the sea, a 4-minute drive from Forest Lagoon and 6 minutes from Laxdal House. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Jon Sveinsson Museum and 3.8 mi (6 km) from Nonnahús.

What's nearby

  • Forest Lagoon - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Akureyri Church - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • University of Akureyri - 9 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ak-inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Akureyri Backpackers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greifinn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leirunesti - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Krua Siam - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Mafini - Spacious Canadian - Amazing panorama over Akureyri

The spacious house (245 square meters), equipped with all amenities, offers a magnificent view of Akureyri and is only half a mile from the Forest Lagoon.

The house is situated on top of a hill with a beautiful view toward Akureyri and Eyjafjörður in a peaceful area, it's only a 5-minute drive from the city center.
All bars, restaurants, shopping centres are within short driving (but not walking) distance.
There is no public transport, so having a car is essential. However, bike tourists are also welcome!
You will have a secure and free parking. There is easy access from Route 1 (the ring road).

Convenient location of the house is perfect for day trips, f.x. to Mývatn, Dettifoss, and Húsavík and many more places of interest in the North Iceland
•Northern lights tour
•Goðafoss waterfall
•Lake Myvatn
•Nature Baths
•Chances for skiing at Mt Hlíðarfjall ( ski resort just 15 minutes away)
•Multiple waterfalls and hiking places around.
•A wonderful New Year's fireworks display viewed right through the windows of the villa

The house with 5 bedrooms, a spacious open-plan living room, and a sunny lounge with a view over the Eyjafjörður and Akureyri.
Perfect for a large family, big groups, or executive travelers seeking a cozy and comfortable place for spending weekends or holidays.

Our house features five bedrooms, comfortably accommodating ten to twelve guests, with two individuals sharing each room (there are no single rooms in the house). The accommodation price depends on the number of people and the number of bedrooms occupied.
We aim to make our guests' stay as comfortable as possible, offering a flexible pricing structure that caters to different group sizes.
The basic rates apply for two guests in a double or twin room, with an additional charge of 7500 ISK per night for each extra guest after the second.
Children under the age of 2 years stay free of charge in their parent’s room if an extra bed isn’t required.

Please note: Our regular rates apply for two guests occupying the double or twin room of their choice.
For those preferring single occupancy in a double/twin room (without sharing with a second person), we offer an option at a small additional charge, providing extra space and comfort during your stay.
This pricing system allows our guests to choose the right accommodation and avoid paying for unused bedrooms.
Regardless of the number of bedrooms, all common areas such as the living room, kitchen, sunroom, and utility room are available for our guests.

Description

Bedroom N1 .
Master bedroom with a private ensuite bathroom: One double bed and one folding sofa for 2-4 guests.
A cozy extra folding bed (75*190), one sofa, and one IKEA crib for your child can be provided upon your request. Don’t forget to bring your own child bedclothes.

Bedroom N2:
Two 90x200cm beds that can be joined together. Please specify if you need double or twin beds in your room!

Bedroom N3 for 2 guests:
One double bed.

Bedroom N4 for 2 guests:
One double bed.

Bedroom N5 for 3 guests is situated on the ground floor.
Three single beds, two of them can be joined together. Please specify if you need double or twin beds in your room!

We have a beautiful bathroom, there are jacuzzi and a shower-cabin in the bathroom.
Our well equipped kitchen is a great alternative to going to the restaurants.We don't know what kind of coffee you like, also bring your favorite coffee and use coffee machine for enjoying.

Our sunroom is the best place for morning coffee and night cocktail time.

No smoking allowed in the house.
Pets are not allowed, sorry.

It is hard to predict winter weather, and sometimes you can expect sunny, warm days following heavy snowfalls.
Our house is accessible throughout the entire winter; however, sometimes snow drifts might obstruct the short road leading to our house, which is located just 30 meters from the regularly cleaned/plowed public road. The public road services work well, and our street just outside the gate is plowed as needed, usually within a couple of hours after the snow ends.
While the main road is promptly cleared by public services, it's essential to note that private roads, such as the one leading to our house, are not regularly maintained during winter, only after the end of a heavy snowfalls.
To overcome potential challenges, we recommend parking your car near the post box (as many locals do) on the well-cleared public road and walking the last 30 meters to the house on foot when the snow conditions make driving difficult. Alternatively, guests have the option to arrange clearing by a tractor/plow from a neighboring farmer for an extra fee.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. A private bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a bidet.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vladis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Cycling on site
  • Golf on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2637 sq ft (245 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: the staircase is not equipped with baby doors.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Villa Mafini - Spacious Canadian - Amazing panorama over Akureyri Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Villa Mafini
Awesome stay and place is as stated! Communication was exceptional and thorough. The views are amazing and it’s set in a nice quiet area away from the hustle of the “tourist” area in Akureyri, but close enough to dip in and out. I would definitely recommend this location. It’s set up to accommodate large groups too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

CA K., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, but a few bumps along the way
We had a major issue at check-in but to the credit of the owner, they resolved it as quickly as possible. They communicated with us well and apologized but it still resulted in a late and stressful check-in for us. The home is as pictured with the exception of all the strange plumbing in the bathrooms to accommodate heated seats and a bidet. Mostly it made us laugh but it felt like the house wasn't finished yet. The mattresses were marginal in the master bedroom where we stayed. The kitchen has three different cook tops and that was confusing as they don't all work. We realized later info about cooking was in some instructions the owner sent and we missed while traveling. Having information about the house and some local recommendations at the house would have been helpful. The outside area definitely needs some attention. We had planned to BBQ, but the yard was overgrown and the dish of empty cigarette butts by the BBQ area was off-putting to us. That said, the location is ideal for day-trips around the area. The kitchen seemed well stocked with dishes. There was no coffee for the first morning as promised so come prepared. Good stay and it was just fine overall, but definitely not our best VRBO experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ring road Akureyri stop
A spacious home with beautiful views, great for watching sunrises and sunsets. Spacious kitchen for meals to be prepared by more than one pwrson at a time. Large gathering spaces for comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house
Our family of 5 stayed here while doing a road trip around the ring road. Overall I’ll give our stay a 5/5. The house was very spacious, had every amenity you could ask for, and was just a few minutes drive from downtown Akureyri. The beds were very comfortable, the house was clean, and we really enjoyed the espresso maker this house had. I would highly recommend this house!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gerða P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
The house is big and has a great view over Akureyri. However it is a bit dated and the outdoor area could use some love and attention as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Beautiful view and perfect house for our group of 12.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House -- wonderful stay
This house exceeded our expectations -- there was nothing missing in the kitchen or anywhere else. If you are a wine drinker you will love this house and the bonus room. Comfortable beds and loads of room to relax and unwind. Host was easy to communicate with. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B., Temecula

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home
We had an amazing stay in this magnificent house. Amazing view overlooking the fjords and Akureyri. Quiet, yet beautiful area all around with wonderful people.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jane R., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hard to find
After not being able to find the place for about 15 minutes in the dark at 10:30pm, called no answer. Kept messaging and getting links that didn’t work. Called VRBO and paid for them to call host, no answer. Finally just drove around until we found it. Nice house with hot heated floor. Couldn’t figure out how to turn down the heat. Lights stayed on outside, so if the aurora had been out wouldn’t have seen it. Maybe motion lights? The house is nice. But, a little “cold” feeling. Not homey. Nice area. Comfy beds. No washcloths. Would be great for a large family. We killed at least 9 flies!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal Northern Location
The beautiful home is centrally located in the capital of the north. All the wonders of nature are within a comfortable drive. The town of Akureyri is lovely and offers many dining options. The Forest Lagoon is literally three minutes from the property. Four adult couples had plenty of room and all enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
iceland travel
Very nice to have all the comforts of home would of loved to stay for more nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

frances p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing Short of Wonderful
I can’t say enough about this property or the host. The home itself is exceptional - warm, comfortable furnishings, exquisitely decorated, chefs kitchen, options for both privacy and shared time together, every modern convenience. The sun room is amazing and the views from almost every window of the mountains in the background towering over the city are amazing. And accessing the home was a pleasure. The host - Vladis - is a thoughtful, kind and informative owner. He allowed us to adjust our reservation when plans changed, provided terrific tips and local recommendations, and was timely and clear in all communications. Our family has used VRBO for dozens of rentals over the past 8-10 years, and have stayed in many lovely homes, but this was hands down the best experience of all. Highest recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property with breathtaking views
If you are traveling with a large group this is the perfect place to stay. We were there with my mom, my sister’s family and my family for a total of 9. It was spacious and comfortable and everything is very high end. The house is located high on the hill across the bay from downtown Akureyri, allowing for the most amazing views of the bay. It’s a great location to access the gems of the diamond circle and quaint fishing villages. The host responded to questions quickly and checked in with us just before our stay. I would recommend this house for anyone that is looking for a luxurious stay in Iceland.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liqiong

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ida W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury stay in Akureyri
My 5 friends and I had a wonderful stay at this villa. The house is luxurious and had an amazing view. Everything was clean and as described. The house is less than 10 minutes away from the Akureyri center by car, which we found to be just the right distance. The price for your stay is based on how many bedrooms you will use, as mentioned in the booking description, so remember to get back to the host with the correct information (as I had forgotten to do with all my trip planning) If you are driving from the east, note that the closest way to the house is through the only toll tunnel in Iceland. You can avoid it with a scenic 15 minute workaround.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris R., Watford City

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in Akureyri
We had a nice stay for 2 nights at the house. Great views of Akureyri. Location was very easy to find and check-in was easy. The house was just as described in the listing. The hosts were very accommodating. We left a bag and did not realize until we were hours down the road. The hosts arranged for the bag to be sent to Reykjavik for us to pick up before we flew out a few days later. Greatly appreciated and highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Iceland Trip
Villa Mafini was magnificent
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing villa!
This villa was so amazing. I would highly recommend this rental. Kitchen was completely stocked. Enjoyed the living room and sunroom area. We booked this property due to it's proximity to Forest Lagoon and it did not disappoint.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This property is absolutely wonderful and offered everything we needed. We loved our time in Akureyri.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen G., Matthews

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home across bay from Akureyri
This home is in a great location to Akureyri as well as day trips. Kitchen is well equipped and home is spacious. Don’t forget to check out The Forest Lagoon - just 5 min from the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply amazing!!!
Fantastic place - wonderful location - highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Awesome experience, lovely view, and great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was easy and the house is fantastic
I will definitely use this house again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R., Burnsville North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Classy home close to Diamond Circle in Northern Iceland
Beautiful home with heated tile floors, hot geothermal water, floor to ceiling windows with gorgeous views. Great communication, stocked kitchen and laundry perfect for our mid vacation reset! Lots of rooms to be separate or together, three full bathrooms. Easy access to everywhere in the North so was perfect to settle in for a few days, unpack and have fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Spot
Great house, large with wonderful, well equipped kitchen. The view was fantastic! Easy to find, plenty of parking. The laundry room was magnificent and easy to use. Would definitely recommend and plan to return. Great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022