The allocation of VR Holiday Homes for Winter 2026–2027
- The allocation of VR holiday homes for the winter season 2026–2027 will proceed as follows:
- VR members log into Mínar síður (My Pages) and select three holiday home options, ranked in first, second, and third choice, according to their preferences.
- The maximum rental period during the winter is 12 nights per member.
- A randomized allocation system will draw members to receive a holiday home. Those selected will be notified by email once the allocation is complete.
- Any remaining availability after the draw will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Holiday homes are rented by the week.
- Outside of the defined allocation periods, it is possible to rent homes for shorter stays without going through the draw system.
Important Dates for winter allocation:
- March 5 – Applications open.
- March 15 – Applications close.
- It does not matter when you apply during this period—all applicants have an equal chance in the draw.
- March 16 – Randomized draw takes place via the allocation system.
- Members who are allocated a home will receive an email notification.
- March 22 – Deadline to confirm and pay for the rental through Mínar síður (My Pages)
- On March 26 at 10:00 AM, remaining holiday homes for the entire winter season (August 19, 2026 – June 9, 2027) become available. At this stage, bookings are first-come, first-served. Minimum rental: 2 days. Weekends are booked from Friday to Monday.
Holiday Home Allocation Periods
- Autumn and Winter Breaks: (October 21 – 28, 2026, February 17 – 24, 2027)
- Christmas 2026
- New Year’s 2026–2027
- Easter 2027
- Ski Season in Akureyri: February 1 – April 1, 2027 (Homes on Hálönd and Skipagata)
All fully registered VR members are eligible to apply during these periods, regardless of whether they have rented a holiday home in previous winters.
See terms and conditions here.