Since the first photo of the world’s loneliest house on Elliðaey Island appeared on social networks, rumors and speculation have been rampant.
Another far-fetched rumor claims that a billionaire built the house as a shelter in case of a zombie outbreak.
Over the years, rumors and theories about the lonely house on Elliðaey Island have appeared online.
Ignoring all the rumors surrounding the world’s loneliest house, this structure was built by the Elliðaey Hunting Association in 1953. Originally intended as a lodge, hunters are said to have used the house
Other reports say that in the 18th century, five families called the island home.
In fact, Elliðaey, part of the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago, the island was home to five Icelandic families three centuries ago.
The motel in Elliðaey has earned the title of the world’s loneliest house for all the reasons mentioned above.
Modern amenities during your stay will be almost non-existent as the motel lacks electricity, as well as indoor plumbing and heating.
Many people, when looking at a photo of a house in the middle of vast nature, often praise this as a poetic scene, worthy of being a resort to help people stay away from noisy life.
Elliðaey is officially listed as a protected area by the Icelandic government.