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Torfhús Retreat

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Torfhús Retreat

Design retreat / turf houses · Bláskógabyggð, Golden Circle (15 minutes from Selfoss)

A private village of turf-roofed houses built from stone and reclaimed wood, inspired by traditional Icelandic Viking farms and set in wilderness within reach of Gullfoss and Geysir. The 25 accommodations include Torfhús suites with private basalt-stone geothermal pools and Torfbær rooms sharing pools, and the property runs entirely on geothermal and hydroelectric power. Dining in the Viking Langhús draws on ingredients sourced within a ten-mile radius.

Why we recommend it

The most atmospheric expression of Icelandic vernacular architecture done as genuine luxury, with a private geothermal pool under a turf roof and dark skies for the aurora.

Signature

Turf-house suites with private basalt-stone poolsFully geothermal and hydroelectricHyper-local Langhús dining

Book Torfhús Retreat with us

We reserve Torfhús Retreat through Fora — a Virtuoso member agency — at the same rate you’d pay direct, with VIP perks such as room upgrades, daily breakfast and a property credit layered on at no extra cost. There is no fee to you.

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