A farm-stay Guesthouse in Vík, South Iceland
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A true Icelandic experience at a farm-stay guesthouse in Vík, South Iceland
Welcome to Sólheimahjáleiga guesthouse
Sóheimahjáleiga Guesthouse is a family-run farm & guesthouse operated by Elín & Jónas. We are three generations living here at the moment and the estate has been in our family for over 150 years. We started offering accommodation in 1984 and we were among the first traditional farms to do so. We are proud of our heritage and strive to make our guests feel welcome.
In Sólheimahjáleiga Guesthouse we offer accommodation in two houses; the Old House and the Barn. Both houses have been renovated to maintain a relaxing atmosphere while still holding on to the old charm. We serve breakfast and dinner in our restaurant and you can also relax in the lounge and have a drink at the bar.
Along with running the guesthouse, we operate a sheep farm with 210 sheep. We also have 5 goats, a few hens, a few ducks, and three very friendly dogs called Nótt, Píla, and Perla. If you wish to know more about the farm please inquire further at the reception.
Comfortable rooms in a farm guesthouse
Double room with shared bathroom
This room features bright, modern decor and shared bathroom facilities.
2 persons
1 x double bed or 2 x single beds
10 square meters
Bed linen, towels, hairdryer, toiletries, Wifi and parking
Twin room with shared bathroom
This room features bright, modern decor and shared bathroom facilities.
2 persons
2 x single beds
10 square meters
Bed linen, towels, hairdryer, toiletries, Wifi and parking
Triple room with shared bathroom
This room features bright, modern decor and shared bathroom facilities.
3 persons
1 x double bed and 1 x single bed
10 square meters
Bed linen, towels, hairdryer, toiletries, Wifi and parking
Classic family room with private bathroom
This room is spacious, bright and features a private bathroom.
4 - 5 persons
1 x double bed, 1 x single bed, 1 x sleeping sofa
20 square meters
Bed linen, towels, hairdryer, toiletries, Wifi and parking
Deluxe family room with private bathroom
This room features a private bathroom and a balcony with views of the glacier.
5 - 6 persons
1 x double bed, 2 x single bed, 1 x sleeping sofa
20 square meters
Bed linen, towels, hairdryer, toiletries, Wifi and parking
Standard double room with private bathroom
This room features bright, modern decor and private bathroom facilities.
2 persons
1 x double bed
16 square meters
Bed linen, towels, hairdryer, toiletries, Wifi and parking
Standard twin room with private bathroom
This room features bright, modern decor and shared bathroom facilities.
2 persons
2 x single beds
16 square meters
Bed linen, towels, hairdryer, toiletries, Wifi and parking
Enjoy our lovely restaurant
Sólheimahjáleiga Guesthouse offers breakfast and dinner every day at our restaurant.
Breakfast is usually included in our room rate. We offer a breakfast buffet with healthy and homemade options.
Breakfast is served at the restaurant from 08:00 – 9:30 from 1. December – 29. February and from 07:30 – 9:30 from 1. March – 30. November.
Our menu is simple and features fish, meat, chicken, and vegetable dishes along with a soup of the day.
We focus on serving locally sourced produce to ensure the freshest test. Dinner is available from 19:00 – 21:00 every evening, however, we are able to arrange dinner outside these times upon request.
You can also relax in the lounge and have a drink at the bar.
1. December – 29. February
8:00 – 9:30
1. March – 30. November
7:30 – 9:30
19:00-21:00
Contact us for other arrivals.
Surroundings in Vík
Sólheimahjáleiga Guesthouse is located on the South Coast of Iceland, around 24 km from the village Vík, and 165 km (2-hour drive) from Reykjavík.
We are ideally located to serve as a base when travelling and exploring South Iceland as many of the South Coast’s natural attractions are located within short driving distances from our guesthouse.
In the village of Vík, you will find all the necessary services, such as grocery stores, post office, bank, pharmacy, and swimming pool. The village also features a black sand beach with an excellent view of the Reynisdrangar sea cliffs.
There is an abundance of tour companies operating in the area, offering glacier tours, ice cave tours, horseback riding tours, hiking tours, snowmobile and super jeep tours, just to name a few. We are happy to advise you and help you plan your stay and book your tours, just ask us!
We are part owners of the farmland where the well-known Sólheimasandur DC-3 plane wreck can be found. The plane wreck is located a few km from the guesthouse. It is possible to hike to the wreck but we also offer tours in partnership with KatlaTrack, a popular local tour operator.
Sólheimasandur plane wreck - 2 km
The scenery of the abandoned DC plane laying in black sand is picturesque and a photographers dream.
Skógafoss waterfall - 12 km
Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s biggest and most beautiful waterfalls with an astounding width of 25 meters and a drop of 60 meters.
Seljavallalaug swimminng pool - 20 km
The oldest swimming pool in Iceland, built in 1923, has been the subject of many photographs from Iceland.
Vík - 24 km
A charming village with around 320 inhabitants. It has all the necessary services for travellers, such as a gas station, grocery store and a local swimming pool.
Reynisfjara Black Beach - 25 km
The most famous black beach in Iceland. The beautiful black sand, powerful waves, and the nearby Reynisdrangar sea stacks make Reynisfjara a truly unique place to visit.
Dyrhólaey - 18 km
The 120 m high basalt rock is a former volcanic island, formed in an eruption some one hundred thousand years ago. One of the most popular stops on the South Coast.
Our services & facilities
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in is after 16 on the day of your arrival. The reception is open until 22, so please let us know for late arrivals. Check-out is before 11 on the day of your departure.
Breakfast / Dinner
Breakfast is included in our room rate and is served daily in our dining room. Dinners can be arranged upon request for an additional fee.
Wi-fi
We offer free Wi-fi connection throughout the property. The Wi-fi is open and does not require a password.
Guesthouse facilities
Free parking is available on-site.
Our farm
Sólheimahjáleiga Guesthouse is also a sheep farm, and you are welcome to interact with the farm animals. If you would like to know more about our farm operations and get a tour of the sheep house, please let us know.
Other services
We offer daily housekeeping in our guesthouse. We are happy to advise and help you book your tours around the area and we also offer packed lunches upon request. We have a laundry service for a small additional fee.