General information about the farms

Are the farms easy to find?
Most of the farms have good signs on the roads and are marked on detailed maps. However we advise all travellers to buy good maps (e.g. 1:500 000) and to go over the route before the journey. If lost do not hesitate to call the farms and ask for directions.

Are any of the farms reachable by bus?
Most parts of the country can be reached by bus, although the buses usually only stop at the main roads. That means that some of the farms are not within walking distance of the bus stops.
For information about the bus routes see:   www.trex.is       http://www.sbk.is/       www.re.is      http://bsi.is/

Can we park our car near the farmhouses or cottages? 
Yes there are parking spaces nearby all of our farms. If in any doubt just ask the farmers where it is allowed to park and beware not to park within the grazing area of the farm animals.

What are the check-in and check-out times at the farms?
The check-in is usually after 14:00 and the check-out before 12:00 but it can vary between the farms. The farmers should be notified if you intend on arriving later than 18:00.

Is lodging at farms suitable for children?
Farm accommodation is ideal for children. In many of the farms there are various activities for children, such as horseback riding and the opportunity to observe the farm work. 

What is the difference between a double and a twin room?
A double room has one queen or king size bed, preferable for a couple. A twin room has two single beds.

Can I have dinner at the farm and what could I expect for dinner?
Dinner is available in most of the farms. Some of them have fantastic restaurants with well known chefs while other farms offer more traditional meals in their own kitchen! Lamb and fish are among the most common dishes in Iceland.

Is breakfast included in the price and what kind of breakfast do the farms serve?
Breakfast is included with made up beds in category I, II, III and IV. If you book sleeping bag
accommodation or cottages the breakfast is not included, although it is available upon request in some of the farms.

Do I have to bring my own bed linen?
Bed linen is included with made up beds in category I, II, III and IV. If you book sleeping bag accommodation bed linen is not provided. When you book cottages it is required to rent bed linen as well.

What comes in included when I buy sleeping bag accommodation?
That varies between farms, but in many cases pillows are provided But we recommend that those who book sleeping bag accommodation bring their own pillows.

Is it necessary to pre-book activities at the farms, such as horseback riding?
Usually horseback riding can be booked on the spot. Day tours and longer tours however must be booked in advance.

Are the farms none smoking?
Most of the farms are non-smoking.