Luxury lake-side Villa split into two apartments, upper apartment for rent

Urridaholt Garðabaer is a quiet new eco-certified neighborhood located inside the capital area, about 15 minutes drive to downtown Reykjavík. The house is located right in front of the lake with a mesmerising view and large windows. The apartment on the 2nd floor is for rent. Main entrance is located on the 2nd floor. Ceiling height 2.5 m (8.2 ft) and 5 m (16.4 ft) in the open area. The apartment is 162 m2 (1744 sq ft) and the house in total is 380 m2 (4090 sq ft). My parents live in the downstairs apartment.

The master suite has a king size luxury bed that is possible to change into twin beds and also possible to have a "kid fence" around it, easily insertable and removable. It also has a sofa-bed (120x200 cm). The suite has a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a bed that is 120x200 cm (4x6.6 ft). Both bedrooms have 100% functioning black screens for the windows which is especially important in the summer time when the sun never sets. Fits 6 adults but if more privacy or space is needed then we also have 3 self-inflatable mattresses 90x200, 120x200 and 160x200, baby crib and a baby nest.

Both bathrooms are equipped with soap, shampoo, conditioner and towels. The laundry room has a washer and dryer combo, clotheslines and access to the attic where there are a lot more toys for all ages. Detergent and fabric softener provided.

The living room area has a very big marble kitchen with two ovens, built in coffee machine, dishwasher (pods provided), two refrigerators and is fully equipped for cooking, grilling and baking. One normal BBQ gas grill and one Gravity Series® XT Digital Charcoal BBQ & Smoker on the balcony.

Ceramic dining table goes up to 280 cm (9.2 ft), extra chairs available. Living room area also contains a fireplace and a TV. Internet speed 1000 mbps.

1400 m2 (15000 sq ft) garden with a very big trampoline during summer time, hammock and outside furniture. Sleds available for all ages during winter time.

Very kid friendly. Children kitchen, medical station, building station, pikler with a slide and many boxes of toys (playmo, lego, barbie, magnets, ...), electric kids car (remote control override for parents), globber trike 4in1, Xtend smarTrike scooter, normal scooter and an electric scooter, 3 adult bikes, one with a "kids ride shotgun" attached to it. Playstation 5, board games, binoculars for bird watching and a telescope for night sky perfect for stargazing.

We also have everything for an infant such as baby brezza pro advanced, nursing pillow, sleeping nest, changing table, baby tubs, jumping swing, silver cross baby stroller with all the equipment for infant up to 22 kg. Three baby high chairs; Nomi (infant installation included), Hokus Pokus and Ikea.

The neighborhood is surrounded by beautiful nature, moss and lava with lots of walking paths and innovative playgrounds. You can also walk around the lake (Urridavatn) and if you want to go further we are surrounded by many trails that lead to Heidmork nature reserve (https://visitreykjavik.is/heidmork).

The pathway to Vífilsstadir and Vifisstadavatn is paved all the way from our house where you get to walk around surrounded by beautiful lava and moss and either go to the playgrounds and frisbee golf at Vifilsstadir or continue to Vifilsstadavatn where fishing is allowed. (https://www.alltrails.com/poi/iceland/capital/gardabaer/vifilsstadahlid, https://visitreykjavik.is/service/vifilsstadavatn-lake).

Nearby
- Costco and Bónus supermarket 5 min walk.
- Dæinn coffee and vinery restaurant about 7 min walk.
- Two golf courses, both about 15-20 min walk (Setberg and Oddur golf clubs). Bistro/restaurant at Oddur golf club.
- Búrfell natural monument (https://ust.is/english/visiting-iceland/protected-areas/south-west/burfell-gardabaer/)
- Mariuhellar caves 20 min walk (https://www.greaticeland.com/place/mariuhellar)
- Sky lagoon 15 min drive
- Blue lagoon 35 min drive.
- Íshestar horse back riding 15 min drive.
- Blue mountain Icelands biggest ski resort 30 min drive.


Cars:
We have two electric vehicles available for rent. Electric charging station located in front of the house, heated parking. Patio around the house also heated.
- Hongqi E-hs 9 luxury SUV with 7 seats 2025 model 100% electric.
- Polaris 2 with 5 seats 2022 model 100% electric.
- Two baby car seats, Silver cross 360 from birth up to 12 years old and maxi-cosi pearl from birth to 4 years old.

*We have two people renting a studio on the left side of the house, their entrance is also on the left side of the house so should not be noticeable or of any bother.

If there are dates that are blocked, please feel free to contact us and we can look into it.