Solhaven – A Historic Icelandic Home by the Lake Overlooking the tranquil waters of Lake Þingvallavatn, just 10 km from Þingvellir National Park, Solhaven is a carefully preserved historic Icelandic home with its own story, character and rhythm. Open to only a limited number of guests each year, it offers something increasingly rare: the chance to slow down and experience Iceland from the comfort of a real home rather than a hotel. Originally built in Reykjavík, the cottage was carefully relocated to its present lakeside setting more than forthy years ago. Every weathered timber, every window framing the changing skies, tells part of its story. Luxury is found in simplicity: waking to complete silence, watching mist rise from the lake with your morning coffee, returning from hikes through lava fields, mountains and highlands to the warmth of a wood-burning fireplace, and ending the day with nowhere else you need to be. The surrounding landscape is one of Iceland's most remarkable. Lake Þingvallavatn, the country's largest natural lake, changes with every season and every shift in light. Scenic drives, peaceful walks, spectacular hikes, birdlife and hidden viewpoints reward travellers who choose to stay longer rather than simply pass through. Whether you arrive as partners, lifelong friends, a parent and adult child, or simply in search of solitude, Solhaven invites you to reconnect with nature, with yourself and with each other. Each season offers a different experience: endless summer evenings, colourful autumn landscapes, the Northern Lights dancing across winter skies, and the quiet renewal of spring. Our commitment is simple: a warm welcome, thoughtful communication, local recommendations and a home prepared with care. We hope you leave with more than beautiful photographs. We hope you leave with the feeling that, for a little while, you were not simply visiting Iceland—you were living here.

We are an Icelandic–Dutch couple who always dreamed of calling Iceland home. A few years ago, that dream became reality when we found Solhaven. What we discovered was much more than a cottage. It became a place to step away from the pace of city life—a place where we reconnect with nature, with ourselves and, most importantly, with the people we love. Whenever possible, we spend our free time here, and thanks to the excellent internet connection, we sometimes bring our work with us too. Solhaven reminds us that a different rhythm of life is possible. Over the years, we have noticed that many visitors arrive in Iceland with full itineraries, high expectations and the urge to capture every moment. Yet Iceland has a remarkable way of gently changing those plans. The weather, the light and the landscape invite you to slow down, adapt and simply be present. Our advice is simple: Follow the weather, take the unexpected detour, linger a little longer by the lake, and allow yourself time to do nothing at all. We hope Solhaven offers you what it has given us: not just a beautiful place to stay, but a place to pause, breathe deeply and experience Iceland in a more personal, meaningful way.

Solhaven is located in a peaceful community of traditional Icelandic summer cottages on the shores of Lake Þingvallavatn. For generations, Icelanders have come here to escape everyday life—to spend time with family and friends, fish in the lake, work on their cottages, enjoy nature and pass these traditions on to their children and grandchildren. The landscape is open, wild and ever-changing. Gentle hills, volcanic mountains, lava fields and Iceland's largest natural lake create an extraordinary setting for exploring at your own pace. Walking trails begin right at the doorstep, whether you are looking for a short evening stroll or a full-day hike near Lake Þingvallavatn. Birdlife is abundant throughout the year, and every season transforms the scenery with new colours, light and wildlife. Just 10 km away lies Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates slowly drift apart. It is a place of exceptional natural beauty and the birthplace of the world's oldest continuously operating parliament. Explore dramatic rift valleys, crystal-clear springs and fascinating geological formations that tell the story of Iceland's creation. Solhaven is also perfectly situated for discovering the famous Golden Circle. Visit the erupting hot springs of Geysir, admire the powerful Gullfoss waterfall, relax in the geothermal baths of Laugarvatn Fontana or experience the unique tradition of rye bread baked underground using natural geothermal heat. The lively market town of Selfoss, with its restaurants, cafés, galleries and local shops, is within easy driving distance. Discover why this corner of Iceland has been a place of rest and renewal for generations.