A beautifully restored former hay-silage tower, set in a truly unique location along the so called Arctic Coast Way with breathtaking views over Húnaflói Bay and the Westfjords. The tower stands only 120 meters from the shoreline with a private 3 km beach with a seal colony which is closed to the public due to research. The 450 ha property also includes a 9 ha fishing lake within walking distance, where guests can enjoy free trout fishing. This is an active horse-breeding farm, from May to October guests can book private riding tours directly on the property. The surrounding landscape and mountain offers endless opportunities for hiking and nature walks, with berry picking in autumn. From the tower you can enjoy spectacular natural phenomena: Midnight sun shining directly into the windows during summer – Northern lights in winter, with no light pollution and no neighboring houses visible. The area is a paradise for nature lovers and birdwatchers. with 59 species recorded directly on the property. The location is also perfect for memorable day trips to the Westfjords, Borgarfjörður, Skagafjörður, or to many scenic viewpoints in the surrounding region.

Nearby the guesthouse you’ll find several well-known natural attractions, including the famous rock Hvítserkur, the unique rock formation Borgarvirki, and the beautiful Kolugljúfur waterfalls, among others. The nearest village, Hvammstangi, is just 20 km away. There you will find a swimming pool complex with hot tubs and a fitness center, the Seal Center, several restaurants, and a supermarket.From the guesthouse, many interesting destinations are within comfortable driving distance for day trips. These include Borgarfjörður, home to Europe’s most powerful hot spring, Deildartunguhver, as well as numerous waterfalls and other attractions. You can also explore the Westfjords, f.e. the beautiful village Hólmavík, where you can book whale watching tours,, visit Skagafjörður to see the famous Grettislaug hot spring and the historic turf farm Glaumbær, or travel to Búðardalur to visit the Viking longhouse Eiríksstaðir. Adventurous travelers may also head to the highlands to experience Hveravellir, a unique geothermal oasis.