The Story of Árós

The oldest timber house on the north side of Hnífsdalsá has a long and colourful history — and is now writing its next chapter.

Five old friends, one idea

Five childhood friends bought Árós with a simple idea: adulthood had pulled them apart, so they needed a reason to keep coming back. This house became that reason — a place to gather, to build with their own hands, and to share.

The oldest house by the river

Árós holds the distinction of being the oldest timber house on the north side of Hnífsdalsá. Its renovation was supported by the Húsafriðunarnefnd (the Icelandic Heritage Foundation), reflecting a building with decades of history woven into the village itself.

Colourful characters over the years

Over the years, the house has sheltered countless colourful characters. Some of the group's most treasured moments have been welcoming back former residents — people with their own memories woven into these walls.

“The best hours we've spent here have been welcoming guests who long ago lived in this beautiful house.”

A new chapter

Now restored, Árós is ready to welcome new guests and write its next chapter — with you.