Schafberg Apartments
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About the home
Two modern newly refurbished holiday apartments within house. Apartment A suitable for up to 3 people and the Apartment B suitable for up to 5. The apartments are very light and airy, and benefit from all day sunshine. The apartment house has pleasant views from all aspects. Located at the base of the Schafberg mountain, where the famous train takes walkers to the peak. At the bottom of the road, just 3 minutes walk, is Lake Wolfgang and the lake bathing area. Just 5 minutes walk is the windsurf and water ski school and it is just 10 minutes to the centre of St Wolfgang. A 5 minute walk towards the centre of Ried brings you to a point where the lake & mountain views are simply breathtaking. A perfect holiday for those looking for relaxation, watersports, hiking or culture. A cot, highchair and buggy can be provided. Apartments were awarded "3 Edelweiss" (equivalent to 3 stars) on 25th October 2008.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 1 bedroom |
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| Nearest beach: | St Wolfgang, 600m |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Microwave, Fridge |
| Rooms: | 1 Bedroom, 2 bathrooms of which 1 en suite and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (2), Single beds (1), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 5, Lounge seating for 5 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The apartments are in a detached Austrian House. Apartment A (approx. 25sqm + 6m balcony) has a double bedroom with shower and a separate lounge/kitchen/diner with a sofa bed. Apartment B (35sqm) has one bedroom with a second bedroom/lounge with two double sofa beds. Apartment B also benefits from a separate kitchen/diner. Bed linen, towels, iron and ironing board, vacuum cleaner are provided together with all essential kitchenware. There is a stereo/radio/cd system, so you can bring your favourite tapes or CDs and a TV with european satellite channels and DVD player. Apartment A has a large private balcony for which furniture is provided so the stunning views can be enjoyed day or night. There is also a garden for guests to enjoy. Owners on site.
The following are also provided for our guests use:-
Food and drink welcome pack
Bath robes (x2 per apartment)
Hairdryer
Sewing kit
First aid kit
Coffee maker
Selection of DVDs and CDs
Board games and books
Further details outdoors:
Private wooden first floor balcony to Apartment A.
Further details
* Welcome pack provided on arrival.
* English-speaking representative on hand to answer any questions.
Conditions
* Strictly no smoking except on the balcony.
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The Upper Austria/Salzkammergut region
The Salzkammergut is one of the most beautiful regions in the heart of Austria enjoying four true seasons every year! In winter the breathtaking scenery appears in all its splendour when the mountains and lakes turn into a stunning white paradise. Wolfgangsee is one of ten regions which make up Salzkammergut. Wolfgangsee is dominated by Lake Wolfgang and St Wolfgang is one of the prettiest towns set on the edge of the lake.
Year round, there are paddle steamers and ferries on the 11km Lake Wolfgang which stop at all the lakeside villages including St Wolfgang, St Gilgen, Strobl and Abersee.
The St Wolfgang area
St Wolfgang, right in the heart of Austria's lake district, is full of history and charm with its lakeside ancient pilgrimage church, frescoed old buildings and cobbled streets. But most famous is the delightful steam train ride, on a cog railway, to the top of the Schafberg Mountain. The panoramic views are simply breathtaking and you feel you are on top of the world!
There are plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars in St Wolfgang where you can enjoy Austrian delicacies such as Apfel Strudel, and there are lots of interesting shops to explore.
Operatic and folklore concerts can be enjoyed throughout the year in the village, and at Christmas time, there is the wonderful Christmas market where you find individual wooden stalls selling lots of homemade gifts and crafts as well as some of the Austrian speciality food such as krapfen (similar to doughnuts) and gluwein.
For skiing, there is the popular Postalm ski resort which is a 25 minute drive by car or you can take the free daily ski bus. The Postalm is very much a family ski area and the selection of runs are suitable for both beginners and more experienced skiers. There is also the Hintersee slopes, which are within a 50 minute drive by car. 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. Then slightly further afield, approximately 1 hour away, is the Dachstein West Ski area with over 140 KM of ski tracks, again more suitable for intermediary skiers.
In the summer, you can enjoy the lake for bathing or numerous watersports. Year round, you can take a paddle steamer or lake ferry across to the other lakeside villages of St Gilgen, Strobl and Abersee which are all worth a visit. St Gilgen is the birthplace of Mozart's mother and is where his sister was married and houses a museum on Mozart. You can also enjoy a cable car ride to the top of the Zwolferhorn mountain.
Walk just a few minutes from the apartment towards the centre of the hamlet of Ried, and the views you will encounter are some of the most stunning in the whole of the Salzkammergut area. You can walk on further past Ried and up over the mountain, across to the hamlet of Winkl and onto the village of St Gilgen.
The royal spa town of Bad Ischl is just 15 minutes away and the wonderful city of Salzburg is just 45 minutes from St Wolfgang.
Activities available in St Wolfgang include Alpine Skiing, Fishing, Asphalt/Alpine Curling, Ballooning, Beach Volleyball, Archery, Ice Skating, Cycling, Parachuting, Paragliding, Golf, Inline Skating, Bowling, Climbing, Miniature Golf, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, Tobogganing, Rowing, Snowshoeing, Swimming, Sailing, Nordic Skiing, Summer Tobogganing, Squash, Windsurfing, Diving, Tennis, Table Tennis, Hiking, Water Skiing, Snowboarding & Running/Nordic Walking, Thermal & Healing Bath.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Salzburg: 45 km |
| Railway: | Bad Ischl: 16 km |
*Fly to Salzburg, cheap flights from Flybe.com, Ryanair.com & Thomsonfly.com.
*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 Wolfgang. It is about 90 minute journey and cost approx 4 euros. Driving, transfer time is approximately 45 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!
Activities near St Wolfgang
Ski resort location
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Schafberg Apartments
"We really enjoyed our stay at your lovely unit and found St Wolfgang to be such a beautiful, peaceful, inspiring spot. Thanks once again and we will recommend your delightful spot to any of our friends should they show an interest." - Marian, Australia
May 2009 - "Thank you so much for a wonderful holiday. The apartment was comfortable & very well equipped, the views were stunning. Justin & Catherine were very helpful & friendly and the whole area is just beautiful. We will definitely be recommending this to our friends." - Richard & Elizabeth, Hitchin, U.K.
July 2009 - "Accommodation very good - situation excellent - after 15 years we keep coming back to Wolfgangsee! Thank you" - Robin, Judith, Colin & Allana, Scotland
August 2009 - "Magical holiday, lovely apartment. Justin & Catherine are great hosts. A great holiday...will come back for sure" - Harry & Christine, Whitley Bay, N.E. England
September 2009 - "Here we are again 'Home from Home' in our little sanctuary! Thanks so much again Catherine, Justin & Felicia for such a welcome! A Bientot!" - Simon & Denise, South of France
December 2009 - "We have had a truly magical Christmas here in St Wolfgang. The apartment has been a great base from which to explore and enjoy everything that this region of Austria has to offer. Thank you for your warm welcome, help & advice. Wishing you every blessing for 2010" - Estelle, David & family, Ireland
May 2010 - "The stay in your two beautiful apartments was very nice and quiet. You have been very friendly and your hospitality feels like a warm welcome. I'm certain that we will meet again in one of the next years! So, I think I may say "Auf Wiedersehen"!" - Lotti, Eline, Sanne & Antonin, Holland
May 2010 - "A lovely apartment, well appointed, gave us a perfect base for our stay in this most lovely location. A great time" - John & Remi, France
May 2010 - "Ever since we booked with you, we have been anticipating our stay in St Wolfgang - and our visit exceeded our expectations! Justin, our suggestions on where to visit were wonderful. The weather co-operated and we had a memorable visit. Thanks for sharing your corner of Austria with us." - Kay & Fran
July 2010 - "Thanks again for having us here for two beautiful sunny weeks! We really enjoyed our time here and we are looking forward to next year's summer holidays with you in July '11" - Sigi & Detleft, Germany
August 2010 - "Gorgeous weather and a fantastic area - we had a super holiday. Thank you for the warm welcome, especially the fridge essentials upon arrival! - Juliet & Jim
September 2010 - "Austria and particularly St Wolfgang has lived up to all our expectations....great food, great views, great location.... The apartment was ideal for our needs. Again, we really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back" - Leona, Mary & Helen, Ireland
February 2011 - "It was lovely to return to St Wolfgang after 25 years. Apartment well equipped and ideal for the two of us" - Eric & Geraldine, Cornwall
February 2011 - "We have all had a wonderful holiday and first ski-ing experience! St Wolfgang & the Postalm are very pretty in the sun & snow. The apartments were very comfortable and a great base. We would love to return on day! Thank you" - Russ, Jo, Jasmine & Kieran, Devon
May 2011 - "We have enjoyed our first visit to Austria. The apartment is lovely, well equipped and with every comfort. We have appreciated the friendliness and local knowledge of our hosts. Thank you Catherine & Justin! Your children are a delight too! On the whole we have had very good weather for the time of year. A visit to the Schafberg is a must! Amazing Panoramic views, quaint railway. We loved St Gilgen with its open spaces to sit and relax by the relax. We walked all round Wolfgangsee in a day, 18 miles (27kms)! Plenty to see and do there so we will have to come back!" - Martin & Annette, Barnet, Herts, England.
June 2011 - "We spent a nice week in this beautiful place. We walked, rode bikes and swam. Thank you very much for a relaxing weekend in this apartment. This place is lovely and cosy and quiet." - Veronica & parents, Czech Republic
June 2011 - "Thank you both for your hospitality! The time we have spent in St Wolfgang was just perfect. Be sure - we will recommend your cosy apartments to our friends and family" - Lina & Jalitra, Lithuania
July 2011 - "Dear Catherine & Justin. Now it was the 4th time we stayed here with you. Again, we had 2 wonderful relaxing weeks in a wonderful area in a nice apartment. We are so looking forward to July 2012 when we will stay here with you again. " - Sigi & Detlef, Germany.
August 2011 - "Dear Catherine & Justin, thanks a lot to permit us to have an amazing holiday in Salzkammergut. Your home is very comfortable and sweet. Stefano loves your garden! " - Stefano, Carla & Andrea, Italy.
August 2011 - "Cathie and me had such a great time in St. Wolfgang. We never will forget the atmosphere in your house. We enjoyed theese beautiful days in Austria. Thank you for all your kindness and help during our stay. Best wishes from Berlin to you, send regards to Felicia and Christian" - Claus, Berlin
September 2011 - "Dear Catherine & Justin, thank you so much for a lovely couple of days. The apartment was great and very comfortable. Keep up the good work!" - Weightman family, Derby, England.
September 2011 - "Thank you again for a comfy, well equipped, modernly furnished 'home away from home'. It's really a cosy place to relax after a full day's sight-seeing & hiking. Apart from the postcard scenery of the area, the warmth of this apartment will surely remain in my memory. " - Ellen, Hong Kong
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 3 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Ski Season | 2 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 275 | 42 | 42 | 3 Nights |
| Easter | 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 305 | 47 | 47 | 4 Nights |
| Spring | 14 Apr 12 | 19 May 12 | £ 245 | 38 | 38 | 2 Nights |
| Late Spring | 19 May 12 | 26 May 12 | £ 285 | 43 | 43 | 4 Nights |
| Mid Season | 26 May 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 325 | 50 | 50 | 4 Nights |
| High Season | 14 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 375 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season | 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 325 | 50 | 50 | 3 Nights |
| Mid/Low Season | 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 265 | 40 | 40 | 3 Nights |
| Low Season | 27 Oct 12 | 24 Nov 12 | £ 195 | 30 | 30 | 2 Nights |
| Advent | 24 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 285 | 43 | 43 | 3 Nights |
| Xmas/New Year | 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 375 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Ski Season | 5 Jan 13 | 30 Mar 13 | £ 275 | 42 | 42 | 3 Nights |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Ski Season | 6 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 305 | 47 | 47 | 3 Nights |
| Easter | 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 335 | 51 | 51 | 4 Nights |
| Spring | 14 Apr 12 | 19 May 12 | £ 275 | 41 | 41 | 2 Nights |
| Late Spring | 19 May 12 | 26 May 12 | £ 315 | 48 | 48 | 4 Nights |
| Mid Season | 26 May 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 355 | 53 | 53 | 4 Nights |
| High Season | 14 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 405 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid Season | 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 355 | 53 | 53 | 3 Nights |
| Mid/Low Season | 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 295 | 44 | 44 | 3 Nights |
| Low Season | 27 Oct 12 | 24 Nov 12 | £ 225 | 35 | 35 | 2 Nights |
| Advent | 24 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 315 | 48 | 48 | 3 Nights |
| Xmas/New Year | 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 405 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Ski Season | 5 Jan 13 | 30 Mar 13 | £ 305 | 47 | 47 | 4 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Please note "Rental rates - 6 persons" relates to Apartment B (rates apply for 2-6 people in apartment) & "Rental rates - 3 persons" relates to Apartment A (rates apply for 2-3 people in apartment).
Rates include electricity, water & heating.
Additional costs:-
£30 for end of stay cleaning
£10 per person for linen/linen laundry
Local tourist tax, currently €1.15 euros per person per night
Payment accepted by cheque in GBP or Euros, or by credit card/debit card via Paypal (4% charge applies for credit card payment).
Availability
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Contact the owner
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