The Lodge
About the property
It doesn’t get more off-the-grid than the Fljót Valley on the mountainous Troll Peninsula in northern Iceland. This remote area sees some of the highest average snowfall on the planet, making it a dream spot for skiers. Located on a converted sheep farm, Deplar Farm blends into the natural landscape with its black timber cladding and living roof, and the floor-to-ceiling windows around the property that embrace the surrounding peaks. With two helipads on property, guests have instant access to rolling descents and steep couloirs that take you all the way to the ocean. Iceland’s maritime snowpack provides stable conditions ranging from smooth, buttery slopes and corn snow to fresh powder, and the region’s midnight sun makes it possible to carve tracks at 10pm. Unlike many heli operations, there are no down days at Deplar. If conditions don’t cooperate for flight, our guides can take guests cat skiing or on-piste. Don’t worry about sore muscles. Deplar’s geothermal-heated outdoor pool, Isopod flotation tanks, and talented massage therapists relieve any ski fatigue so you’ll never have to miss a ski day.
DETAILS
- Thirteen en suite bedrooms including:
- Five king suites with en suite bathrooms
- Four king suites with en suite bathrooms, queen sleeping lofts and balconies
- Two queen suites with en suite bathrooms
- One king suite with an en suite bathroom, lofted lounge and private balcony
- One bunkroom with four double beds and a double en suite bathroom
- Geothermal indoor/outdoor pool with swim-up bar
- Sauna and steam room
- Indoor and outdoor hot tubs
- Media room
- Premium spa facility featuring two Isopod flotation tanks and three treatment rooms
- Fully equipped conference room
- Two helipads
- Billiards, foosball and ping pong table
- Custom-made band loft
- Bar and lounge
- Gym and yoga room
Northern Lights as seen from Deplar Farm
Grettir Suite
Flóki Suite
Lounge
Spa Suite
Bar
Spa
Guest Bathroom
Gallery Suite
Guest Bathroom
Chef Prepared Meals
Chef Prepared Meals
Dining Room
Viking Sauna
Northern Lights as seen from Deplar Farm
Northern Lights as seen from Deplar Farm
Deplar Farm Exterior
Starting at 4,209,450 ISK per night for private lodge buyout based on 12 skiers
Open for heli-skiing from March 15 – May 31
- Guide service offering customized adventure itineraries including:
- Heli skiing
- Cat skiing
- Resort skiing
- Backcountry skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Cross country skiing
- Fat biking
- Hiking
- Snowshoeing
- Whale watching
- Kayaking (lake, river or sea)
- Hot spring tours
- Surfing
- All gear necessary for activities
- Pre-arrival planning with an Eleven Experience Manager
- Chef prepared breakfast, lunch, après and dinner
- Organic fresh food minibar
- House alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Round trip airport transfers to Akureyri
- Guided adventures with our in-house guide team including:
- Whitewater rafting
- Drangey tour “Puffin Island”
- Dog sledding
- Air tours
- Wellness services
To view additional adventure details and pricing, click here.
Starting at 326,550 ISK per person per day based on single occupancy
Starting at 265,125 ISK per person per day based on double occupancy
Open for heli-skiing from March 15 – May 31
- Guide service offering customized adventure itineraries including:
- Heli skiing
- Cat skiing
- Resort skiing
- Backcountry skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Cross country skiing
- Fat biking
- Hiking
- Snowshoeing
- Whale watching
- Kayaking (lake, river or sea)
- Hot spring tours
- Surfing
- All gear necessary for activities
- Pre-arrival planning with an Eleven Experience Manager
- Chef prepared breakfast, lunch, après and dinner
- Organic fresh food minibar
- House alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Round trip airport transfers to Akureyri
- Guided adventures with our in-house guide team including:
- Whitewater rafting
- Drangey tour “Puffin Island”
- Dog sledding
- Air tours
- Wellness services
To view additional adventure details and pricing, click here.
Explore the Lodge
SLEEP
Decked out in sheepskin, Moroccan wools, and textured walls, Deplar Farm’s 13 bedrooms are a cozy contrast to the raw landscape outside. Grettir, the master bedroom, has a mezzanine loft with a spacious seating area. Our four gallery suites all have mezzanine-style lofts with hammocks and day beds for lounging or additional guests.
Hang Space
Nature is everywhere at Deplar Farm. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the surrounding peaks, while throughout the home, you’ll find natural touches, like driftwood from the nearby sea and stone from the Fljótaá River. The library features Icelandic books, and local art adorns the living areas. The spa is a standout, with a gray stone hot tub, sauna, steam room, and two Isopod flotation tanks. Guests can alternate between our Viking sauna and the cold plunge, or soak under the Northern Lights in our open-air geothermal pool.
EAT & DRINK
The basic Icelandic diet hasn’t changed much since the Viking days. Arctic char, north Atlantic salmon, lamb, and skyr are still staples, but our chef, Iceland’s 2018 chef of the year, Garðar Garðarsson, prepares them with modern techniques and a dash of international flavor. Neighboring farmers and fishermen make regular deliveries, so menus are always source-to-table. Expect blueberry-topped pancakes, langoustine soup, and pasture-raised lamb, as well as craft beers from local brewers and wines from Deplar’s extensive cellar.
A Week in the Life
Included Adventures
Eleven Skiing
Backcountry Skiing
Think huge couloirs and vast valleys that scream for first tracks. With nearly 4,000 square kilometers of skiable terrain, our guides can pair the perfect slopes with any skill level.
Eleven Cycling
Fat Biking
Discover frozen valleys in the winter via fat tire snow bikes. These human powered bikes can float through the snow and are perfect for adventuring in the valley near Deplar Farm.
Eleven Skiing
Heli Skiing
Heli-ski descents on Iceland's Arctic maritime snowpack average 915 vertical meters. The land of the midnight sun provides extended daylight hours so you can make sea-to-summit runs even after dinner.
Outdoors
Hiking
Hiking is one of our favorite ways to travel through this intoxicating landscape. Take an easy stroll in the Svaradvardalur Nature Reserve or tackle hard-charging steep peaks.
Outdoors
Horseback Riding
The original Nordic horse was first brought over by Viking settlers in the 9th century and has remained a preserved purebred in Iceland. Though small, it’s not a pony. The horses are still used to gather sheep and horseback riding is a popular way to experience the area's stunning landscapes.
Outdoors
Hot Springs Tour
A full or half-day tour of Iceland's famous hot springs shouldn't be missed. Grettislaug features two man-made rock pools built over hot springs. A short hike brings you to Fosslaug, located at the top of a cascading waterfall. Hofsós is arguably the most scenic swimming pool in Iceland, built into the hillside above the sea with sweeping views to Drangey.
Water Sports
Kayaking
Wind your way down the gorgeous shoreline of lake Stífluvatn (The Dam Lake) and the scenic Fljótaá River.
Eleven Skiing
Cross Country Skiing
Skiing started almost 4,000 years ago as a way to travel cross country during the winter. Continue the tradition while cross country skiing from Deplar Farm through the scenic valleys of the Troll Peninsula.
Eleven Skiing
On Piste Skiing
Though Deplar's heli-skiing gets much of the attention, resort skiing here is also fantastic. Three lifts carry skiers up magnificent slopes, including two combined lifts, a disk lift, and a rope tow.
Eleven Skiing
Cat Skiing
Eleven's custom-designed snowcat takes you to the top of the mountain, accessed right from Deplar's front yard.
Outdoors
Snowmobiling
Snowmobilers can explore the valley surrounding Deplar Farm. Climb the pass and discover the terrain high up and enjoy spectacular snowy views below.
Water Sports
Surfing
Access some of Iceland's best swells from the town of Ólafsfjörður. Yes, it's cold. Yet outfitted in our 6/5/4 mm wetsuits, you'll be comfortable in the line up.
Outdoors
Whale Watching
The other worldly landscape of Eyjafjordur is prime spot for viewing white beaked dolphins and humpback, blue, and orca whales.
