Accommodation
Seglbúðir is an exclusive self-catering villa sleeping up to 8 guests in 4 double rooms, each with private bathrooms. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, spacious lounge with panoramic river views, outdoor terrace with barbecue, private hot tub, and sauna. One of the few exclusive accommodations near Kirkjubæjarklaustur, rated 4.96 on Airbnb from over 250 reviews.
- Rooms
- 4 double rooms with private bathrooms
- Kitchen
- Fully equipped for self-catering
- Spa
- Private hot tub and sauna
- Rating
- 4.96 / 5 from 250+ Airbnb reviews
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
Book on Airbnb: airbnb.com/rooms/10259521
Fly Fishing on Grenlækur River
Grenlækur is a 10-kilometre spring-fed fly fishing river in South Iceland with approximately 40 named pools. The river holds sea trout reaching over 90 cm, Arctic char, brown trout, and occasional salmon. The season runs August through October, with a maximum of 4 rods, fly only, strict catch and release. Rod fees start from €500 per rod per day and include exclusive use of the Seglbúðir villa.
- River length
- 10 km
- Pools
- ~40 named pools
- Species
- Sea trout (90+ cm), Arctic char, brown trout, occasional salmon
- Season
- August – October
- Method
- Fly only, max 4 rods, catch and release
- Rod fees
- From €500 per rod per day
Contact: Þórunn (+354) 863-6106 or Erlendur (+354) 697-6106
Location
Seglbúðir is located at Seglbúðir, 880 Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland. The villa is 13 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur along Route 1 (Ring Road) in South Iceland. GPS: 63.7279834, -17.9637521.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is the best fly fishing in South Iceland?
- Grenlækur river near Kirkjubæjarklaustur is one of South Iceland's premier fly fishing rivers, a 10 km spring-fed river with approximately 40 pools holding sea trout over 90 cm, Arctic char, and brown trout. The season runs August through October.
- Where can I find exclusive accommodation in South Iceland?
- Seglbúðir is an exclusive self-catering villa near Kirkjubæjarklaustur in South Iceland, set in the dramatic Eldhraun lava landscape overlooking the Grenlækur river. With 4 double rooms, private bathrooms, hot tub, sauna, and a fully equipped kitchen, it is one of the few exclusive accommodations in the region. Rated 4.96 on Airbnb with over 250 reviews.
- Where can I stay near Kirkjubæjarklaustur?
- Seglbúðir is an exclusive self-catering villa 13 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur on Route 1 in South Iceland. It has 4 double rooms, hot tub, sauna, and panoramic views of the Grenlækur river. Rated 4.96 on Airbnb.
- Can you fish for sea trout in Iceland?
- Yes. Grenlækur river in South Iceland is one of Iceland's best sea trout fisheries. Sea trout reaching over 90 cm are regularly caught, along with Arctic char and brown trout. The river is fly only with a strict catch-and-release policy. Season: August through October.
- When is the fly fishing season on Grenlækur river?
- The fly fishing season on Grenlækur river runs from August through October each year. A maximum of 4 rods are permitted at any time.
- How much does fishing on Grenlækur cost?
- Rod fees start from €500 per rod per day. Permits include exclusive use of the Seglbúðir villa. Sessions typically last 2–3 days.
- How do I book a stay at Seglbúðir?
- Book through Airbnb at airbnb.com/rooms/10259521. For fishing inquiries, contact Þórunn at (+354) 863-6106 or Erlendur at (+354) 697-6106.