Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
Matschiedl Holiday apartments are part of a recently converted farmhouse. The apartments are approx 60 sq metres with one bedroom and a sofa bed sleeping up to 4 people comfortably. Fully equipped kitchen with full cooker, microwave, dishwwasher etc. Set in spacious grounds and offering wonderful mountain views. The village of Matschiedl is small and rural. It has a Hotel/bar close by and within 10 minutes is the town of Hermagor where all daily needs can be met.
The Apartments are well placed for visiting a number of ski areas all within 25 to 50 minutes.There are also a wealth of summer activities possible in the surrounding area. An ideal holiday destination for families and couples who appreciate nature.
The Apartment in summer
The Apartment in Winter
Living area
Bedroom
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/51331
The Austrian Alps / Salzburgerland / Carinthia region
Carinthia is Austria's southernmost province, bordering Italy and Slovenia. It offers spectacular mountain scenery with around 200 lakes, warm for swimming and crystal clear. The Natural Arena of Carinthia is known as Natures playground. The beautiful countryside has high mountains, impressive gorges and lush alpine meadows. The pristine lakes are of drinking water quality and there are many areas around the lakes where you can swim or partake of other watersports with sunbathing areas, waterslides, boat hire, children's play areas and restaurants and bars. It is also a paradise for anglers with no restrictions.
There a wide range of activities possible - skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, ice skating on the frozen lakes, walking, cycling, mountain biking, nordic walking, swimming, canooing, rafting, canyoning, fishing, horseriding.
There are a number of skiing areas within 45 minutes drive, the largest Nassfeld is only 25 minutes away and has 110 kms of piste and over 30 lifts.
A warm welcome is guaranteed by the locals who invite you to join in their many traditions and festivals. There are many pretty villages, historic towns and sofisticated resorts such as Velden on the Worthersee.
Carinthia has a continental climate with the highest sun index in Austria with temperatures rivalling the Mediterranean. In winter there is lots of snow and clear blue skies and sunshine. It is wonderful at any time of year but Spring and autumn are particularly special and wonderful for walking holidays. The autumn colours are as spectacular as New england.
Within 30 minutes you can be in Italy and in Slovenia in 45 mins.Day trips to Triest, Salzburg, Graz, Lake Bled and even Venice are possible.
Hermagor / St Stefan area
The Gailtal Valley is a beautiful region of Austria with wonderful mountain scenery and no fewer than 200 lakes. For the energetic there are more than a thousand kms of hiking trails. It is a cyclist and mountain bikers dream with a network of biking pathsover a thousand kms long. You can even take your bike on the train or cable car up into the mountain. It is an ideal area for motorcylists with challenging mountain roads and twisty valley routes.
The largest main town is Villach which is 25 minutes by car. It is a very pretty town with lovely buildings, churches and wonderful shopping. It has many festivals throughout the year including the "Kirchtag" at the beginning of August which rivals the Munich Oktoberfest and fabulous Advent market prior to xmas. More leisurely pursuits include pampering yourself at the thermal baths or taking a stroll or a boat ride down the river.
The closest town is Hermagor which is 10 minutes away by car. It has a variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and bars.
How to get there
Ryanair fly to Klagenfurt from Stansted, 1 hrs drive - www.ryanair.com Thomsonfly fly to salzburg from many UK airports - 2hrs drive - www.thomsonfly.com Ryanair, Thomsonfly, Easyjet, jet 2 fly to Venice - 2.5 hrs drive Train from Salzburg, Venice or Klagenfurt to Villach Other possible routes are to Ljubliana or Graz both 2 hrs drive away Airport transfers can be arranged Car hire recommened approx £140 per week from www.holiday-autos.co.uk
Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Shared garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: Newly renovated spacious apartments Central Heating Ski storage area Iron/Ironing board available Laundry facilities (extra charge) Fully equipped large kitchens
Further details outdoors: Garden Seating area, BBQ Plenty of space for children to play in large garden
Further details
English owned and managed and on hand to help with planning activities etc
Complementary wine & chocolates on arrival
Conditions
10% (non-refundable) deposit required with booking. Balance to be paid 6 weeks prior to holiday Payment by Bank transfer, sterling cheque or cash (sterling or euros) Unfortunately we cannot accept credit cards Well behaved small dogs accepted at extra charge (for additional cleaning)
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Winter/Spring
25 May 08
30 Jun 08
280£235
4538
4538
3 Nights
Summer
7 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
290£244
4336
4336
3 Nights
Autumn
1 Sep 08
20 Dec 08
220£185
3529
3529
3 Nights
Winter
20 Dec 08
28 Feb 09
310£261
4739
4739
3 Nights
31
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Price includes all heating, electricity, linen, towels and end cleaning. There is an additional charge of 1.34 euros per adult per night for local tourist tax
10% discount for 2nd and subsequent weeks and early bookings
special rates for Spring and Autumn breaks
Guestbook
Guests from Hungary feb 2008 -we have really enjoyed our stay, the apartment is very spacious and well fitted, we will be back next year
guests from Denmark July 2008 - loved the apartment and the area, everything was wonderful
Availability
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Contact details for home 51331
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Advertiser joined: 13 Sep 2006 This property added: 25 Feb 2008
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