“We had an amazing stay at the home of Elizabeth and Kristjan. Their home is beautiful and in the perfect location-with only a ten minute walk into the centre of Reykjavik. We had everything we needed and more. The house is spotless and comfortable. Elizabeth was a very kind and thoughtful host, and spent time offering help and advice about the practicalities of our trip. She was very concerned that we should enjoy our stay and have all the things we required. I would highly recommend this home swap and feel it will be very much in demand. We would certainly love to go again and perhaps see the Northern Lights. ”
Modern and Nordic - Close to Everything
Modern and Nordic - Close to Everything

Kristjan
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- 4 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 7
- 2 Bathrooms
About our home
Newly updated corner Townhouse with Nordic design features
-Spacious (240 sq meters), Lofty & Bright with 3 levels
-Well equipped kitchen with dining area & separate dining space in living room
-Fast internet connection with access points on all levels
-Fenced in back patio
-2nd level balcony
-The house is very comfortable and fun for all ages
Perfectly located in the very popular area of Vesturbær (West Side) neighbourhood of Reykjavik
-Close to the city centre (10+ minute walk), close to the ocean (3+ min walk),
-Children's park across the street & the most popular swimming pool in Reykjavík (5+ minute walk)
All your needs and services within a few minutes walk
-bus stop, restaurants, coffee houses, bakery, ice cream shop, grocery & convenient stores and more (5+ minute walk)
4 Bedrooms
-Large Master bedroom with queen bed
-Guest room with double bed
-3rd bedroom/study with single bed
-4th child's bedroom with sofa on main level
and double bed located up in loft
2 Bathrooms
-Large 2nd floor Bathroom (tub & shower)
-Main floor guest bathroom
Features
- Main home
- Garden
- Balcony
- Wifi
- Cable TV
- Equipped for kids
- Car optional
- No smoking
- Central heating
- Dish washer
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Parking
- Pet-friendly
Kristjan's reviews
As a host (2)“It is a rare opportunity to be so thoroughly prepared by and then greeted by the owners and shown around their home. We enjoyed this with Elizabeth and Kristjan in Reykjavik. Their home is beautifully designed and furnished. The Nordic craftsmanship on the stone tile and wood floors, doors, and windows is exemplary. The art is displayed and illuminated tastefully, reflecting Icelandic traditions. The fridge was stocked for our immediate needs and the kitchen was well equipped. We didn't have or need a car. The bus stop was 50 meters away. Tour operators would fetch us as a common location three block away. This home was excellent for our senior bucket-list Icelandic adventures, including the many city and national museums. We were awed by the beauty and resources of the city and the natural wonders of countryside. So glad we went in December and January to see the northern lights.”
More about us
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Icelandic / USA family with 3 grown children
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Career Fields: Advertising & Education
Interests: Art/Design, Architecture, Culinary Experiences, Gardening, Music, Outdoor Activities -
-Travel extensively as a couple and sometimes joined by our adult children.
-Enjoy new cultural experiences, local food & music scene and adventures in nature.
Swap availability
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