Description
The Hydrofire Odyssey 55 is one of our most practical Odyssey fireplaces, and a smart way to turn an old, draughty open fireplace into an efficient closed combustion unit. It is a built-in fireplace that circulates warm air by natural convection, so it needs no electric fan and no second vent higher up the wall. That keeps the install simple and the room quiet.
Hydrofire Odyssey 55 Built-in Fireplace Features
Convection without a fan
The Odyssey range has a pre-installed convection box and a sloped top plate that guides rising hot air to the outlet above the door. Because there is no fan, it runs silently and keeps heating during load shedding.
Easy retrofit
It slides into a suitably sized 55 cm wide opening. We insulate around the unit with ceramic or rock wool so heat goes into the room, not the brickwork. It is a popular choice for converting older Victorian style fireplaces.
Efficient and good looking
As a 9kW fireplace running at 81% efficiency, it gets the most out of each log. The frameless black glass door and black glass clad frame give a clean, modern finish that covers the gap between unit and opening.
Size and fitting
The steel body measures 67.2 x 35.8 x 61.3 cm and weighs 85 kg. It takes a 150 mm flue from the top.
Is the Odyssey 55 right for your home?
The Odyssey 55 is rated for a heating area of about 86.5 m², which suits a medium to large lounge. If your room is bigger or very open, a larger Odyssey or a different model may be better. Browse our built-in fireplaces to compare.
Installation in Cape Town
Our team measures your opening, fits the unit, insulates it and connects the 150 mm flue and cowl to handle Cape wind and winter rain. We can also design and clad the surround through our built-in fireplace design and cladding service. See the full Hydrofire range or our guide to top Hydrofire models.
Hydrofire Odyssey 55 FAQs
Does the Hydrofire Odyssey 55 need electricity?
No. It moves warm air through natural convection, so there is no fan to power. It works silently and keeps heating during power cuts, which is a real plus in a Cape Town winter.
Will the Odyssey 55 fit my existing fireplace?
It needs an opening of about 55 cm wide and enough depth for the 35.8 cm body. We measure on site first and confirm whether the existing chimney can take a 150 mm flue liner.
Ready to close up that old open fire? Book a site visit or quote, or WhatsApp our team with a photo of your fireplace opening.
