Tailor-made Icelandic farm luxury with volcanic views, designed around you
Torfhús Retreat
@ Torfus Retreat
@ Torfus Retreat
Nestled away in southern Iceland you will discover the Torfhús Retreat, a location you can find and enter if you are staying there making it a perfect private experience for their guests.
Redefining Luxury Through Heritage
At Torfhús, history and hospitality go hand in hand. With Off the Map Travel, we create a retreat that honours Iceland’s roots—and designs each moment around yours.
Why Stay at Torfhús Retreat?
With grass-topped cottages inspired by Viking architecture and natural basalt hot pools outside every door, Torfhús Retreat offers a peaceful, story-rich stay in the heart of Iceland’s Golden Circle. It’s luxury rooted in tradition, crafted for travellers who seek authenticity with comfort.
Your Golden Circle, Your Way
Off the Map Travel turns your stay here into a private expedition. Explore secret waterfalls, fly over volcanoes, or savour farm-to-fork cuisine beside a crackling fire. The land is ancient, but your story will be entirely new.
Expect:
- Hand-built turf houses and private basalt hot tubs
- Eco-conscious luxury with high-end rustic design
- Fine dining on local produce, paired with wine or champagne
- Quiet countryside atmosphere, ideal for slow living
Tailor-Made Experiences May Include:
- Private Golden Circle tours with off-grid detours
- Horseback rides, just like the old Icelanders
- Helicopter excursions over highlands or erupting landscapes
- Wild wellness rituals, blending geothermal heat and Arctic air
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