Description
The Hydrofire Odyssey 70 with frame is a built in fireplace that solves a common problem: how to get real heat out of a wall opening without a noisy fan or a second vent cut higher up the chimney breast. Its convection box is already fitted, so warm air rises through the unit and flows back into the room on its own. That makes the job quicker and the fire quieter.
Hydrofire Odyssey 70 Built-in Fireplace Features
Natural convection, no fan
As a true convection fireplace, it needs no blower. Most convection inserts rely on an electric blower. The Odyssey 70 uses a sloped top plate to guide rising hot air to an outlet above the door. You get completely silent operation and heat that keeps flowing during power cuts.
Made for retrofits
Only a 70cm wide opening is needed. That suits older homes with Victorian style open fireplaces that burn lots of wood and lose most of the heat up the chimney. We slide the unit in, insulate around it and close the gap with the frame.
Clean modern look
A frameless black glass door gives a wide view of the flames, and the cover frame is clad in matching black glass for a tidy, finished face. It sits well in both modern and classic lounges.
Key figures
Output is 11kW at 83% efficiency, with a 150 mm top flue. The body measures 79.6 x 37 x 67.9 cm and weighs about 84 kg. It is CE certified and built to Euro 2022 design rules for low emissions.
Is the Odyssey 70 right for your home?
Hydrofire rates it to heat about 105 m2, which suits a large lounge or an open-plan living and dining area. If your opening is narrower or wider, other Odyssey fireplaces may fit better. Compare options in our built-in fireplaces range or read our guide to top Hydrofire models.
Installation in Cape Town
Our team measures the opening, fits the unit with ceramic or rock wool insulation, connects a 150 mm flue and seals the roof against winter rain. See our built-in fireplace design and cladding service, or view the full Hydrofire range.
Odyssey 70 FAQs
Does the Hydrofire Odyssey 70 need electricity?
No. It moves warm air by natural convection, so there is no fan to power. It keeps heating during load shedding and runs without any fan noise.
Can it go into my existing fireplace?
Usually, yes. It needs a 70cm wide opening and a flue connection. We check the size, depth and chimney condition on a site visit before we quote.
Want to upgrade an old open fireplace? Request a quote or WhatsApp our team and we will measure up.
