Iceland’s Deplar Farm offers remote luxury, pampered activities, and total seclusion, blending raw adventure with high-end hospitality.
Nestled deep in Iceland’s rugged and stunningly beautiful Fljót Valley is Europe’s most exclusive and out-of-the-way luxury escape, Deplar Farm. It was once a tiny sheep station but has since been transformed into an indulgent paradise in which adventure and excess blend together to create experiences that are otherworldly.
The hotels merge discreetly into their spectacular environments, with grass-smothered facades, black wooden trim, and expansive glass walls that frame taking-in views of snow-crowned mountains and glacial streams. Inside, visitors are welcomed into one of understated indulgence: roaring fireplaces in crackling salons, expertly chosen Icelandic art, and cozy Nordic ambiance combining rustic charm with dashes of refinement.
With only 13 rooms, privacy and exclusivity take priority. Suites are maintained to be as relaxing as possible with opulent linens, floor-to-ceiling windows, and spa-quality bathrooms. The real charm of Deplar Farm, however, is not so much luxury but rather the extraordinary experiences it offers.
For thrill-seekers, Deplar is renowned as one of the world’s best places to go heliskiing. Guests are driven by helicopter from the lodge door to virgin peaks, where they cut their own trail in deep powder snow before opening the lodge door again. Summer features salmon fishing in wild rivers, horseback rides across lava flows, or whaling in nearby fjords.
Wellness is woven into every aspect of the Deplar experience. The spa features geothermal heated infinity pools, flotation tanks, saunas, and a yoga studio with horizon views. After exploring for the day, guests unwind beneath the Arctic sky and soak in hot water surrounded by the Northern Lights in an intimate, private setting.
Breakfast and dinner at Deplar Farm are another treat. Chefs use local resources to cook meals in honor of the region’s natural richness, accompanied by wines of the world’s best. Meals are often served family-style so that the atmosphere is like sitting among guests but with the added bonus of privacy.
Deplar Farm is luxury, but it’s also luxury redefined. Here, rugged landscapes and rugged adventures are balanced by comfort, warmth, and tailored service. For the discerning traveler looking for something different—a place where luxurious experiences meet unbridled nature—Deplar Farm offers an experience that’s earthy yet transformative.
In the land of ice and fire, Deplar Farm is Nordic luxury in its finest form.
Deplar Farm in Iceland offers off-grid luxury luxurious experiences and complete seclusion merging adventure wellness and nature in Europes finest retreat.
