Name: Vaktahouse
Address: Garðastræti 23, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland, Garðastræti 23, Reykjavik Greater Region, 101, Iceland
Rating: 9.9

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Vaktahouse

Garðastræti 23, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland – Excellent location - show map

Entire home
570 ft² size
Kitchen
City view
Garden
BBQ facilities
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Terrace
Free parking

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Featuring a free car rental during your stay, this self-catering holiday home is located in central Reykjavik and just a few minutes' walk from Reykjavik City Hall and Tjörnin Lake. At Vaktahouse, you are provided with a fully equipped kitchen, furnished patio and free WiFi access. A seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels feature in the living room at Vaktahouse. The house has a bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Bathrobes add extra comfort. A private garden and free bicycles are available as well. Lake Tjórnin is 300 metres away. Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and Laugavegur shopping street are both within a 10-minute walk of the house.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Tennis court

Golf course (within 3 km)

Fishing

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Availability

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Accommodation Type

Number of guests

Holiday Home with Car Rental Included

1 single bed

and

1 extra-large double bed

and

1 sofa bed

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

Facilities

10.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.8

Value for money

9.7

Location

High score for Reykjavík

See what guests loved the most:

Niina
Finland
“Welcoming services especially nice variety of food and drinks. Possibility to use car. The house was lovely!”
Daphne
United States
“The property is beautiful. The attention to detail is better than we could've imagined. Local artisans' work can be seen in every inch from the dishes to the textiles. Margret is a very kind and gracious host. I had a lot of questions and Margret...”
Paul
Luxembourg
“Margarets House was our home for a few nights. The house has a lot of charm. I felt like I was in a Swiss chalet or in a fairy tale. Only the snow was missing. The rooms are small but very intelligently furnished, so that you can stay there...”
Mikael
Sweden
“If you searching for an totally unique place then you can stop search now. Location is excellent. The host Margret is excellent. The house is on of a kind. If you also consider that you have access to the car then even the price is excellent. Just...”
Louise
Switzerland
“The most amazing little house, incredibly well equipped, welcome pack of food on arrival. Good contact from host to ensure all was ok. Would completely recommend. Loft bedroom area has 4 beds with curtains between areas, very comfortable.”
Elaine
Ireland
“Great location. Beautiful olden house with lots of character”
Rebecca
United Kingdom
“Absolutely everything - you could not find anywhere that tops it! A very special historic home with a stunning and cosy interior in the best location in Reykjavik. Every single detail was carefully considered and created by the wonderful host,...”
Cynthia
United States
“this was a hidden gem right in the heart or Reykjavík! This historic house has such charm, it’s clean and comfortable, and the host is very accommodating. There were goodies waiting for us on arrival (bread, cheese, wine, fruit and more!) and the...”
Timothy
United States
“The location is fantastic. It’s only a block away from some great restaurants shopping and local spots. Fair warning must be given. If you get into the super comfy bed that is tucked away you may not want to get out. This place is definitely the...”
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Christian
Germany
“Top zentral Lage! sehe stilvoll eingerichtet mit allem Komfort und technisch auf besten Stand (Wlan, Bildschirm, Lautsprecher).”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Margrét Gylfadóttir

Host review score

Margrét Gylfadóttir

Vakta gives one the opportunity to enjoy the time in Iceland like a local, staying in the oldest part of the town, Grjotaþorpid, in one of the oldest buildings in town. Vakta is perfectly located in a quiet neighbourhood, yet downtown, just steps away from great restaurants, shops and attractions. An option is a brand new 2019 Citroen C3, which is included in the rent, guests can use it to take shorter trips to the country or zipping around town. Vakta is committed to follow strict ecological guidelines to ensure sustainability by using environmentally friendly products, from the soaps to the towels. Vakta is filled with Icelandic design and Icelandic history and it is an incomparable opportunity to get to know a side of Reykjavik usually kept secret by its inhabitants. Vakta spans two centuries and is full of history. It was brought back to life from an unremarkable storage room to its former beauty, using original materials and building techniques. Its owners have designed it to reflect the essence of living in Iceland. Vakta is a window to a simpler time, where you can relax and simply experience the beauty of Reykjavik and all its rich history.

Vakta is located in the old neighbourhood called Grjotaþorpið, belonging to the beautiful and charming Vesturbaer, the west part of Reykjavik. The house is thought to have originally been part of a turf farm called Grjoti, which has now disappeared. However, the present neighbourhood has kept the name Grjotaþorpid. There, one can find the oldest buildings in Reykjavik and some of the most picturesque streets, houses, gardens and alleys in all of Iceland. Grjotaþorpid transports you to an earlier and almost unchanged time in Reykjavik’s millennial story. In a walking distance you can enjoy everything that the neighbourhood has to offer; the local swimming pool, local cafes, restaurants,local grocery store, the pond, the old harbour, museums and art galleries, take a promenade or use Vakta´s city bikes to ride along the coast line to "Grotta" and "Ægissida" where you can enjoy a natural little hot spring for your feet in the shore. There is really no need to look any further. This neighbourhood has it all.

Languages spoken: Danish,English,Icelandic,Swedish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Vaktahouse
Great facilities! Review score, 10

House rules

Vaktahouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 00:00 to 11:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and older are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Cash Vaktahouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Vaktahouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

Vaktahouse is 250 yards from the centre of Reykjavík. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Vaktahouse has the following number of bedrooms:
- 1 bedroom
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
Vaktahouse can accommodate the following group size:
- 4 guests
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
Check-in at Vaktahouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
The prices at Vaktahouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Vaktahouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Bowling
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Tennis court
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Mini golf
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Aerobics
- Bicycle rental
- Stand-up comedy
- Horse riding
- Walking tours
- Water sport facilities on site
- Beach
- Temporary art galleries
- Bike tours
- Tour or class about local culture
Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Vaktahouse on this page.
Yes, Vaktahouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

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