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Set on the most eastern fjord, Nordfjördur, this family-run farm stay is 4.3 mi from Neskaupstadur town center. It provides free WiFi, scenic country views, as well as horse riding tours on site. Spread over 2 buildings, Skorrahestar offers basic guest room accommodations with shared or private bathroom facilities. All have access to a communal kitchen, dining area and lounge area. Local and homemade products are served for Skorrahestar’s daily breakfast. BBQ facilities and laundry facilities are available on site. Guests can also pet the farm animals. A public swimming pool can be found in Neskaupstadur, while the Neskaupstadur Golf Course is less than 1.2 mi away. The town and airport in Egilsstadir are 50 minutes’ drive from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
6 bunk beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Neskaupstaður
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sergio
    United States of America United States of America
    Thordur the owner was already waiting for us when we arrived. He gave us a tour of the place. Our son loved playing with the toys they had there. The room was clean and the beds were very comfy. Breakfast in the morning was amazing. Would...
  • Sutee
    Thailand Thailand
    Owner and his wife are super friendly. No shoes allowed in the house which is good. Owner let us cook our own dinner too! Highly recommend for family
  • Jody
    United States of America United States of America
    The owners were an amazing couple that greeted us at breakfast and even ate with us! Very home like atmosphere! We even got to see an Artic Fox on property who thinks he is a part of the family and waits outside every morning for their dog to come...

Managed by Þórður and Theodóra

Company review score: 9.9Based on 353 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Skorrahestar offers a joyful stay in East Iceland. The fjord is surrounded by steep mountains where there are ample opportunities for guided hikes or rides which depart daily from the farm during the summer months. The fjord and the folklore of the area comes alive through storytelling with an experienced farmer/teacher as your guide.

Property info

The guesthouse at Skorrahestar farm is in a renovated barn and cow stable. Outside the guesthouse there is a patio to sit and enjoy the summer air.

Neighborhood info

You'll find it easy to enjoy yourself in Neskaupstaður - the town closest to Skorrahestar. Walking up above town in Neskaupstaður, you can take in the panorama from on top of the avalanche defense structures. On a nice day it is a splendid idea to fish by the pier, have a picnic at the botanic park or go horseback riding at Skorrahestar. You could also go boating into the bays of Norðfjörður or visit the area's artists by going to Listasmiðja Norðfjarðar or Thea's Gallery in Skorrastaður.

Languages Spoken

Danish,German,English,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of Skorrahestar
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Icelandic

Property practices

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

House rules

Skorrahestar takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please let the property know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.

After booking, you will receive check-in instructions from the property via email.

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

FAQs about Skorrahestar

  • Skorrahestar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding

  • Yes, Skorrahestar is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Skorrahestar is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Skorrahestar on this page.

  • Guests staying at Skorrahestar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian

  • The prices at Skorrahestar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Skorrahestar include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quad

  • Skorrahestar is 3.1 miles from the center of Neskaupstaður. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.