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Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Apartment in a 400 year old traditional Austrian townhouse in the centre of the picturesque town of St Wolfgang and only 70 metres from lake side. Set amongst charming coffee shops & restaurants and opposite the famous White Horse Inn. Ideal for hiking and skiing.
Fabulous spacious 65sq m apartment recently sympathetically modernised to a high standard.Large bedroom with Austrian style double bed, living room with double sofa bed and dining area, separate kitchen and bathroom. Large hall with second wardrobe and plenty of space for skiing and hiking equipment.
View of St.Wolfgang
The apartment
Living room
Living room
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The Upper Austria/Salzkammergut region
The Salzkammergut is Austria's lake district. There are 76 lakes surrounded by stunning mountains and unspoilt villages and Lake Wolfgangsee is in the heart of this area. From here it is easy to explore the whole of the Salzkammergut either by hiring a car or using the good, reliable public transport. The area has much to offer in all four seasons with excellent walking, cycling, water sports and golf. In winter the scenery is breathtaking and the area offers every winter activity you can think of. This region has it all - great scenery, sites of historical interest such as Hallstatt, fun places to visit including the salt mines and the trick water fountains at Hellbrunn - and Salzburg is just an hour away.
St Wolfgang area
Where else but in the centre of St Wolfgang could you start your day with a fine breakfast whilst listening to local music, then soar into the air over the lake in a hot air balloon, before taking the cog railway to the top of the Shafberg Mountain for a stunning view of the surrounding lakes and mountains and then wine and dine watching the sunset from the legendary White Horse in the the evening or watch the operetta of the same name! Or at Christmas time, enjoy the Christmas Market with individual wooden stalls selling home made gifts, decorations and specialty traditional foods. Or explore the local area where The Sound of Music was filmed, visit Salzburg, the salt mines or the spa town of Bad Ischl.
In the heart of the Austrian Lakes District, St Wolfgang is one of the most popular resorts in the whole of Austria. This charming and historic village is in a beautiful setting on the banks of the Wolfgangsee (Lake Wolfgang). Our apartment is right in the centre near the ancient pilgrimage church, frescoed buildings, shops and cafes off cobbled streets, where you can enjoy Austrian delicacies such as Apfel Strudel and where there are such an array of cakes you just won’t know where to begin!
Opposite our apartment is the White Horse Inn made famous by the Operetta of the same name. Music is very important to St Wolfgang - every night in the summer there are light classical, folklore and operatic concerts and twice weekly there are brass band concerts in the village square. Sit in a nearby café and enjoy the concerts along with a cool beer or wine, or if you prefer to stay in you can sit in the apartment, open the windows and enjoy a musical accompaniment to your evening meal!
In winter, as a family ski destination St Wolfgang is paradise. See the video at http://www.videocommunity.com/pc/pc/display/9518 There are several ski areas close by but the area also offers a whole host of other activities making it ideal for both skiers and non-skiers. The Postalm is an alpine plateau reached by a charming 35-minute car or bus ride through gorges and hairpin bends. The bus stop for the free twice-daily post bus is less than a minute from the apartment. Postalm has a fantastic snow record and plenty of gentle slopes – ideal for learning or for gaining confidence and improving technique. Secondly there are the Hintersee slopes, which are within a 50-minute drive. These slopes are more challenging and are not used by the package holiday operators, which makes for less crowded slopes and good skiing for both intermediates and the more experienced. Then about an hour away is the Dachstein Ski area with over 140 KM of ski tracks. Other activities include ice-skating on the lake, tobogganing, snowboarding – in fact any winter activity you can think of!
In summer whether you are looking for a relaxing time cruising the crystal clear waters of the mountain lake, a fantastic base for walks or exploring the area, St Wolfgang has everything. You can swim in the lake or take part in numerous water sports including swimming, sailing, paragliding, and water skiing. Or you can choose from horse riding, cycling, parachuting, ballooning, golf, climbing, bowling – the list is almost endless. Just five minutes walk from the apartment takes you to the base of the Schafberg Mountain where you can take the famous cog railway to the top. This 45-minute journey takes you to a 360-degree vantage point with breathtaking views across lakes and mountains. Stop to eat at the restaurant there and you will feel like you are dining at the top of the world. Another day if you continue on further past Ried you can walk into the village of St Gilgen – the birthplace of Mozart’s mother -where you could enjoy lunch and then maybe take a cable car ride to the top of the Zwolferhorn Mountain. Then if you are feeling a little tired you could take the paddle steamer or ferry back across the lake to St Wolfgang.
How to get there
The nearest airport is Salzburg (just 40 minutes from St Wolfgang), but Munich (1 hour 45 minutes) & Linz (75 minutes) are also convenient to use & situated on major motorways. Ryanair, Flybe, Thompsonfly all operate low cost flights to Austria year round, with several other budget operators flying during the winter season. British Airways & Austrian Airlines also offer reasonably priced fares.
Hire cars are available for rent at all the aforementioned airports. A taxi from Salzburg airport costs in the region of 55 euros.
Driving to St Wolfgang from the UK is simple & straightforward. The journey takes approximately 11 hours from Dunkirk ferry port & is via excellent toll-free French, Belgian & German motorways. Norfolkline Ferries and Speed Ferries offer some of the best priced fares, but other operators are worth checking as well.
The journey can be completed by rail as far as Salzburg, & then by taxi or bus to St Wolfgang.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Salzburg: 45 km
Railway:
Bad Iscal: 15 km
Activities near St Wolfgang
Sports: Ski resort location Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge
Rooms:
Bedrooms (1), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Shared garden
Further details
English speaking representative available. Travel agency on ground floor can arrange trips and ski hire/lessons Free ski bus Nearby bike and boat hire
Conditions
Strictly no smoking.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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5 Sep 09
31 Oct 09
260£260
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4343
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31 Oct 09
12 Dec 09
225£225
3535
4040
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12 Dec 09
9 Jan 10
310£310
4545
5050
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9 Jan 10
27 Mar 10
265£265
3939
4444
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27 Mar 10
22 May 10
230£230
3636
4141
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22 May 10
10 Jul 10
265£265
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10 Jul 10
11 Sep 10
315£315
4646
5151
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11 Sep 10
30 Oct 10
265£265
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4444
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30 Oct 10
11 Dec 10
230£230
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4141
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11 Dec 10
8 Jan 11
315£315
4646
5151
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The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Payment is by cheque in GBP or Euros or by electronic bank tranfer.
Inclusive of Electricity,Water and Heating.
Additional costs:-
€ 35 for end of stay cleaning
€15 per person for supply of linen/towels and laundry
Local tourist tax, currently €1.15 euros per person per night
Guestbook for St Wolfgang Apartment
"Very nice apartment and well situated in the village for all amenities. Had a great time!" William and Cathy of Kidderminster.
"Fantastic apartment and a picturesque place to spend Christmas. The lake is amazing and the town has a great atmosphere. A lovely holiday." Caroline and Paul of London (ex Australia)
"We had a very very nice time . We hope we can return next year?" Birgit and Family. Vienna
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 68993
Name:
Sandra Chambers
Tel:
+44 (0)1332 364474
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+44 (0)7740 463319
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