Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
A modern apartment on ground level with a large secluded terrace. It has fantastic views across Lake Wolfgang to the Schafberg mountain, where the famous train takes walkers to the peak. The apartment is very light and airy, and benefits from all day sunshine. It takes approximately 15 minutes to walk to the lake through the pretty village of St Gilgen.
Late Summer View from Apartment Terrace to Lake
Lounge & Dining Area
Dining Area
Main Bedroom
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The Upper Austria/Salzkammergut region
The lakeside village of St Gilgen is set amidst an array of mountains. The region is perfect for ski-ing, snowboarding and tobogganing in the winter and walking, hiking, cycling, paragliding and sailing in the summer. All year round, St Gilgen is ideal for those looking for a cultural break. In the village you can visit Mozart's mothers house, the church where his sister was married, as well as a museum on the life of Mozart.
In St Gilgen itself, you can ski on the slopes of the Zwolferhorn mountain. The cable car is just a 5-10 minute walk from the apartment.
There are also the ski areas of the Postalm and Hintersee, which are within a 40 minute drive. For those who do not wish to drive, you can take the daily ski bus to the Postalm. The Dachstein ski area is approx 1 hour away and offer excellent skiing for all abilities.
The Postalm is very much a family ski area and the selection of runs are suitable for both beginners and more experienced ski-ers.
The Hintersee slopes are more challenging and are not used by the package holiday operators, which makes for less crowded slopes and good ski-ing for intermediates and experienced alike.
St Gilgen area
St Gilgen is a typical Austrian village, very friendly with lots of pretty individual houses and shops (please note that unlike the UK, the supermarkets are closed on Sundays). There are a good choice of restaurants all offering a selection of fresh fish from the lake. In the summer, the lake can be enjoyed for swimming, sailing and other water sports or a cruise around the lake in a paddle steamer which calls at all the other lakeside villages. There is also pitch and putt in the village and bicycles are available for hire. In winter, skis and ski clothing can be hired and within the village itself there is a choice of gentle slopes for first time ski-ers to practice (also for tobogganing/sledges), or for the more advanced skiers, there are the slopes of the Zwolferhorn mountain, set on the edge of St Gilgen. The city of Salzburg is just 30 minutes drive from St Gilgen. Salzburg is most famous for the magnificent composer Mozart and also for the classic film 'The Sound of Music'. In Salzburg you can enjoy a wonderful Mozart dinner concert, take a horse and carriage ride around the old city, visit the Fortress, the Mirabell Gardens, the Palace or just enjoy the wonderful shopping, the gluwein and Christmas stalls.
How to get there
*Fly to Salzburg, cheap flights from Flybe.com and Ryanair from the UK. From Ireland Ryanair to Salzburg and Aer Lingus to Salzburg (winter) and Vienna offer great value for money.
*Car hire is advised although not necessary as the shuttle bus from the airport goes to the main bus station, where you can get a local bus to St Gilgen. It is about 1hour journey and cost approx 8 euros. Driving, transfer time is approximately 30 minutes.
*Good prices on car hire are available from our friends at the www.amazingaustria.com site. You can also find information on almost everything Austrian!
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Salzburg: 28 km
Activities near St Gilgen
Sports: Ski resort location Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The apartment is in a typical Austrian style building. It has 2 bedrooms, one double room and one of which has bunk beds (please note - these rooms are adjoining). In addition, there is a double sofa bed in the lounge. Bed linen, towels, iron and ironing board, vacuum cleaner are provided together with all essential kitchenware. There is a stereo/radio/cd system, plus flat screen TV/DVD player and video. There is a selection of DVD's and Videos along with some CD's but please feel free to bring along your own favourites also. Patio furniture is provided so the stunning lake and mountain views can be enjoyed day or night.
Further details
Smoking is not permitted in this apartment.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Minimum stay
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Mid season
15 Dec 08
21 Dec 08
420£378
6760
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Christmas/New Year
21 Dec 08
12 Jan 09
500£450
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1 Week
Low season
12 Jan 09
2 Feb 09
320£288
5348
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High season
2 Feb 09
1 Mar 09
500£450
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Low season
1 Mar 09
4 Apr 09
320£288
5348
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Easter
4 Apr 09
21 Apr 09
500£450
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Low season
21 Apr 09
1 May 09
320£288
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Mid season
1 May 09
1 Jul 09
420£378
6760
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High season
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
500£450
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
There is an end of stay cleaning charge of Euro40 and a linen/laundry charge of Euro10 per person, payable locally. There is also a tourist charge of Euro 1.15 per person per day (15 years and over) which we are obliged to collect.
Short breaks of 3 & 4 days are available. Please contact owner for details.
Payment may be made by either cheque or bank transfer in Euros or GBP.
Guestbook
"The apartment was wonderful and was easily able to accommodate a family of four. Importantly, it was clean, modern and had the luxury of having beautiful views across St Giglen and the surrounding lake. Will definitely visit again!"
"Thank you so much for the use of the apartment in St Gilgen. It was a lovely place to stay and we will definitely be going back! The apartment was just perfect!"
"The apartment was lovely and warm, well equipped, and the washing machine came in very handy!"
"We would like to thank you for making our apartment booking very easy, and for being able to rent a cracking apartment in a great location. I am sure we will be in contact again, as I think a re-visit to Austria is on the cards some point in the near future."
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Contact details for home 4237
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Name:
Mary O'Reilly
Tel:
+353 1825 0423
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Advertiser joined: 10 Nov 2004 This property added: 10 Nov 2004
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