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Reviews of Panorama mountain view, and a hot tub :)

Panorama mountain view, and a hot tub :)
Borgarnes, 311

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
Erla's cozy red cottage was in the perfect place for us to get to after arriving early in Reykjavik. We were easily able to get to the things we wanted to see and do...Borgarnes and the Snefellsnes Penn. The house was spotless, the living area was spacious, and the beds were comfortable. We so enjoyed the hot tub after a long day witnessing the magic of Iceland. We would have stayed longer if there had been more days available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thank you for your great review! You are welcome any time in the future :) Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Thad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Erla the hostess was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Host
Beautiful area, clean and comfortable, hosts were incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun 2023
Thank you Jennifer for your lovely review, It was great meeting you and your folks.

10/10 Excellent

Jiwon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing. Was a great place to stay while we wanted to explore the west coast while also trying to make it back to Reykjavik on our last day. The host was extremely communicative and timely with her responses. Easy to access and find - although it’s worth trying to find the location before it gets completely dark since it’s off in a remote area without lamp posts. Note: Google maps will put the pin in the wrong location so following the host’s specific instructions is the way to go. The property was well equipped with kitchen and living essentials. It was cozy, well decorated, and comfortable. We loved the hot tub. We loved how it felt like we were in our own paradise. It felt like there was a lot of privacy as well. No fuss check in and check out process too. We came to Iceland purposely in March to experience the northern lights. This property is situated in a remote area where IF there’s aurora borealis activity AND good visibility, there’s no reason why you can’t see it. Sure enough we did the first night we checked in. We had panoramic views due to the nature of the cottage’s architecture where it’s easy to walk around the property. We had a great time - thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful & Relaxing
So nice to stay at this wonderful property. It was a great starting off point for our Icelandic adventures. The hot tub was a wonderful place to relax when we got back to the house in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Holiday Base
Warm, comfortable and well-equipped summerhouse which is in a great location for exploring the western side of Iceland. The mountain views from the front of the property are wonderful and the hot tub is a great place to relax after a days sightseeing. We are a family of five with three teenage children - and despite it being a compact property it never felt crowded. Highly recommended. Thank you Erla!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Thank you for your great review. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red Cottage
Cozy, great views, quiet neighborhood, well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2022
Thank you Tim for your review, you and your wife are welcome any time again. I would loved to have you ! Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Scott s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Cabin, Lovely Location
We so enjoyed our stay at this cottage - watching the northern lights from the warmth of the cozy hot tub was the highlight of our time in Iceland. The home is clean, well-appointed, conveniently close to markets/restaurants and made a perfect base from which to explore the island. A 5-star experience all-around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for your great review. Best regards Erla

8/10 Good

Lesli H., Scottsdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay, a few hiccups
The property appears to be secluded in the pictures however there are houses all around, they just took pictures which hid them. There was no coffee so make sure to bring your own. We also lost all hot water after two showers and didn't get any back for 36 hours. That was rather unfortunate and uncomfortable as some of us ended up taking cold showers until the problem was resolved.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for your review Leslie, I am sorry that you thought the house was the only house in the area. And I am also sorry that you thought that we provided coffee for our guests, it is not common in Icelandic summerhouses. I wish you had contacted me immediately when you noticed that you had run out of hot water. (The reason was that the heat control switch had turned off and therefore there was no electricity to the hot water tank it was easy to fix that. ) I would had entered the house immediately as I did when you noticed me about the hot water. It takes time to heat 200 liters and if two persons use 200 liters for a shower I can imagine it was inconvenient for full house of people . (NB you had booked the house for only one person ) Luckely you were lucky to see the great Northern lights and I thank you fore the picture you sent me. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Lovely all the way around!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for your review, it was nice to meet you and your family. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Waconia, MN

Lovely homebase for breathtaking Iceland
Upon arrival to Borgarnes, we struggled to find the property (likely because of sleep deprivation). Erla was quick to the rescue meeting us in town, and guiding us there. The lovely 3-bedroom home had everything my family (3 kids) needed. The washing machine as a bonus, and the clothesline on the deck made everything smell fresh! Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie C., Denver, USA

Wonderful and well- appointed family home
We had a wonderful three days here, it is in a wonderful location and we were able to access many wonderful sightseeing spots within an hour of the house. The house was incredibly clean and the kitchen was well-appointed and we enjoyed family meals there every night. Our family would have stayed there for an entire week if we were able to! Thank you so much for the warm hospitality, Erla!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for your great review. It was a pleasure to have you and your family at the house. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Barbara O., Grand Rapids, MI

This charming cottage is quintessentially Iceland!
We loved this sweet cottage. The view of the snow capped mountains was breathtaking. Furniture was comfortable and dining table great for meals and playing card games. Beds were comfortable and we all slept likes babies! The area was perfect for exploring the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Erla, the owner, was helpful and fun! We enjoyed a glass of wine with her.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for this lovely review. It was really nice to have you in my house and I would really like to meet again :) Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fantastic place with a great view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

What a great place to stay!!!
We all loved this house and would go back again anytime. It had everything that we could have possibly needed for our stay but unfortunately for us it was only 2 days. Erla Einarsdóttir and HomeAway could not have been any easier to work with. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Joe for a great reviw. You are welcome any time. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Fantastic views
Stayed for 2 nights in May and really enjoyed the cottage. Fantastic views from the front porch and from inside. Great location near Borgarnes, which has a fun pool and spa, and an easy drive to the incredible Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for this great review. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Ward T., Ontario, Canada

Beautiful house
The property is very spacious and very comfortable. We found it very clean and just as it was described in the listing. Erla was delightful and very helpful both before we travelled as well as when we arrived. We considered this to be the best of any of our accommodations while on our vacation in Iceland. Our family of 5 adults had plenty of room and we would definitely recommend it to anyone considering staying in this area of Iceland. We had a.great evening watching the Notthern Lights directly over the cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for a great review, it was really great to meet you and your family. And thank your for the wonderful pictures of the northern lights. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

GAYLE S.

Perfect place!
After staying in Reykjavik for two nights, this was the perfect place to stay away from the city, yet centrally located to many major sites. The hot tub was a perfect place to relax in afte a long day's journey. The owner is a sweetheart and takes great pride in making this a home away from home.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for a great review. Best regards Erla

10/10 Excellent

Therese M.

Delightful
The house was comfortable, cozy, warm and delightful. The window view Of mountains painted with white snow and a sky filled with color and light was a wonderful way to enjoy your morning coffee. Erla was very helpful, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for a great review. Best regards Erla

8/10 Good

Marion W.

Gemütliches Ferienhaus.
Wir hatten ein paar schöne Tage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for your good review and I am glad that you had "shöne Tage" :)