Gmunden am Traunsee holiday ski home rental, Altmunster am Traunsee with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV

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Grasberg 59 (house)

Home description

'Grasberg' lies above Lake Traunsee - 'Gateway to the Alps' - and the tourist towns of Gmunden and Altmunster in the Salzkammergut region of Upper Austria. Idyllically situated, it is within very easy reach of all main amenities and only one hour from the historic city of Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. Together with its many cultural attractions, it is also an ideal summer/winter location with any number of mountain/water based activities including skiing - five areas ranging from beginner to advanced all within 15-45 minutes driving distance including Gosau/Dachstein West with its 140 km of pistes and 67 lifts and the spectacularly beautiful Kasberg region(see links below) But, if none of this is what your looking for, why not simply take time to 'chill - out' and enjoy the culinary delights of the region!

Bicycles and skiing equipment etc all available for hire in Altmunster/Gmunden

Internally, the house has been extensively renovated and is comfortably furnished, well equipped and has two south-facing sun terraces offering 'views to die for'. Parking for two/three cars and lots of space in the garden for children to be children. There is also lots to do within up to one hour's radius of the house.
A reasonably priced locally renowned restaurant is only five minutes walk away for those occasions when you just don't want to cook with numerous restaurants and cafe houses in the local towns and on the lakeside.

*We have set the house occupancy at 6 but there is a sofa-bed in the lounge which then allows for up to 8 guests.

'Grasberg' above Lake Traunsee	Sun Terrace to the West..
Lake Traunsee and Schloss Orth.

To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/46804

The Upper Austria/Salzkammergut region

Never heard of the Salzkammergut region of Austria? Whether it makes you go 'Ahhh' or 'Agh', just think of the 1960's hit British film 'The Sound of Music' and the sights and sounds of this still relatively -undiscovered part of Austria will come flooding back.

Named after its historical links with salt mining in previous centuries, the Salzkammergut is a tourist board carefully kept secret. A by-word for nature at its very best. A kaleidoscope of mesmerising images of lakes, mountains and architecture, both traditional and tantalisingly modern, blending in perfect harmony with one another.

With all that such a region has to offer - 'food for the body, mind, soul and spirit' - this veritable feast is
topped - off by the wonders of Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, only an hour away. Here, visitors can feast their eyes and ears on the sights and sounds of some of the world's most dynamic, emerging artists and musicians and still leave room for some of the 'sweet things of life'. After all, it's part of what being on holiday is all about, isn't it?

To have a foretaste of this and to whet the appetite for more, why not take a few minutes to explore the region by using the links below. (click on the relevant flag on home page for translation)

Skiing and sightseeing information:
www.wintersport.at/skigebiete If you want more ideas as to what's to do in the area click on the 'Welcome to Upper Austria' map on the top right-hand corner of the transated page.

www.traunsee.at
www.oberoesterreich.at/gmunden
www.salzkammergut.at
www.tiscover.at/gmunden

Weather Information www.zamg.ac.at then click on 'Language Selection - English' on the left had side of the home page

Gmunden am Traunsee / Altmunster am Traunsee area

191 metres deep, 12 kilometers long, and 3 kilometres wide, Lake Traunsee which is just five minutes drive from the house is named after the river which feeds it and is crowned at its northern most end by Mount Traunstein which at 1691 metres high forms the 'Gateway to the Alps'.

Drawing generations of visitors and entrepreneurs to the region (the lake's pleasure cruiser company was founded by the British in the 1800's), Gmunden has been the administrative centre for the region since 1265.

If that doesn't provide you with a sense of history, older still is the thousand year old, 'Jewel in the Crown', off-shore castle, Schloss Orth. In recent years, largely through the popular television series 'Hotel Schloss Orth', it has become a must - visit feature on many people's holiday itinery. Don't plan to stay there, however. Breakfast you may get, but a bed certainly not.

So, whether you want to be active or just relax, this part of the Austrian Salzkammergut doesn't fail to deliver! A great place for families and individuals alike and with something for everyone (and with a little left over as well), the possibilities are endless. And remember, should you by any chance get the urge to explore further afield, then rest assured, Gmunden is at the hub of transport links for the Salzkammergut and Austria!

So, why not take a 'virtual journey' and explore in a little more comfort of your home by logging on to the links below.

Very useful websites with translation (click on the relevant flag on home page) can be found under:

Skiing and sightseeing information:
www.wintersport.at/skigebiete If you want more ideas as to what's to do in the area click on the 'Welcome to Upper Austria' map on the top right-hand corner of the transated page.

www.oberoesterreich.at/gmunden
www.salzkammergut.at
www.tiscover.at/gmunden

Weather Information www.zamg.ac.at then click on 'Language Selection - English' on the left had side of the home page

How to get there

By Air - the earlier you book, the better the deal!


Ryanair:
London Stanstead, Liverpool, East Midlands, Dublin or Bristol to Linz and/or Salzburg.
Birmingham to Vienna (Via Bratislava)

Thomsonfly: London Gatwick, Manchester, Doncaster, Coventry, Bournemouth to Salzburg.

Air Berlin: London Stanstead to Salzburg

*London Stanstead to Linz (ryanair) often the cheapest but others do have regular excellent bargains as well.
**Linz and Salzburg 1 hour from house - trains/taxis readily available but hire care gives fantastic flexibility.

For a really cheap deal on UK airport parking try www.skyparksecure.com
Try Park and Fly Hotel deals for early flights.

Hire car? - www.carhire3000.com (collect your car from downtown instead of at the airport and it is often 20% cheaper. Late booking is more expensive) or www.ebookers.at/Mietauto or www.google.at search word Mietauto (ask for snowtyres/chains in winter and for motorway driving you will need to buy a 'Vignette'! )

House best accessible by car but there are trains to Gmunden and Altmunster with taxis to the house.

By Road from the UK

Gmunden/Altmunster is a 12 hour drive from Calais/Dunkirk via the French and German motorway system (head for Strasbourg). We normally stay overnight in Strasbourg at reasonably priced, just off the motorway, hotel. Ask us about the specific route. We've done it many times.

Please feeel free to contact us if you need help. We have excellent local knowledge of Austria where we lived for many years and we speak German as well as English!

Activities near Gmunden am Traunsee

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Fridge has a freezer compartment.
Satelite TV with DVD player

Further details outdoors:
Two south facing, panoramic alpine view, terraces.
Garden furniture for eating outside.
BBQ

Further details

My wife is Austrian and we lived in the area for eight years before returning to the UK in 2001. We know the area like the proverbial 'back of your hand' and If you need any help with local knowledge or bookings/reservations in German, just ask us. We're only too pleased to help.

Conditions

For all other information regarding booking, cancellations, late deals etc. see 'Rental Rates' below.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Autumn Medium	4 Sep 08	4 Oct 08	300£  300	5050	5050	Flexible
Autumn Low	4 Oct 08	20 Dec 08	220£  220	4040	4040	Flexible
Christmas/New Year	20 Dec 08	3 Jan 09	350£  350	5555	5555	Flexible
Winter Medium	3 Jan 09	31 Jan 09	300£  300	5050	5050	Flexible
Winter High	31 Jan 09	21 Feb 09	350£  350	5555	5555	Flexible
Winter Low	21 Feb 09	4 Apr 09	250£  250	4040	4040	Flexible
Spring Medium	4 Apr 09	18 Apr 09	300£  300	5050	5050	Flexible
Spring Low	18 Apr 09	23 May 09	250£  250	4040	4040	Flexible
Spring High	23 May 09	30 May 09	350£  350	5555	5555	Flexible
Summer Medium	30 May 09	4 Jul 09	300£  300	5050	5050	Flexible
Summer High	4 Jul 09	29 Aug 09	350£  350	5555	5555	Flexible
Autumn Medium	29 Aug 09	31 Oct 09	300£  300	5050	5050	Flexible
Autumn Low	31 Oct 09	19 Dec 09	250£  250	4040	4040	Flexible
Christmas/New Year	19 Dec 09	2 Jan 10	350£  350	5555	5555	Flexible

The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Heating, electricity and local taxes included in price.
End of stay cleaning and bed linen/towels, £40 total regardless of group size/duration of stay.

Payment accepted in GBP or Euros


If you wish to discuss anything with us please contact us by e mail or telephone +44 (0)121 475 0625. Both English and German spoken.

Payment in Euros also accepted (Austrian account).
Payment by bank transfer or cheque (please allow up to ten working days for clearing cheques)
50% deposit on booking. Remaining 50% payable 1 calendar month prior to date of arrival.
Refunds - full refund up to 3 calendar months prior to date of arrival (minus any charges levied by banks). No refunds within 3 calendar months of date of arrival if cancelled by guest (please insure yourself against this).

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Guestbook

December/January 2007/8 - 'Just great!' (Anika, Mirko and friends from Germany) - p.s.. They found time to get married during their stay as well.

May 2008 - 'The holiday was wonderful, such a fabulous location and the home was so well supplied, we had a very good time!' Jacqui, Shane and children (Australia)

May 2008 - It was a very memorable holiday and an adorable place to stay. Thank you for having us! We have recommended Austria and your house in particular to several friends already. Matt, Nx, Becky and Josh Freestone (UK)

July 2008 - We wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful holiday staying at your house in Altmunster. From our first day experiencing the views across the Alm to the lake and mountains to enjoying the south facing terrace while the children played in the garden and going sightseeing in the area the whole week passed all too quickly.We would love to come back sometime and will contact you when we can. Thanks again. Nigel Ferguson (Scotland)

Availability notes

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Contact details for home 46804 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	David Beckett
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