CHARMING, ELEGANT 800 YEAR OLD AUSTRIAN HOME

14 of my family and friends shared a wonderful holiday at Sonnenlehen. The house is truly something special with real character and charm – and the facilities all in excellent working order! The location is truly perfect for those wanting a getaway with access to what is truly one of the most beautiful cities in the world, mountains, lakes and genuine peace and quiet. A walk from the back door takes you into the foothills of the Untersberg and truly spectacular views. A half hour drive takes you to Lake Konigsee – dramatic and beautiful complete with glacier and cable car. The 180 bus takes you into Salzburg, just outside the Mirabel Palace in about 40 mins, and a short stroll over the Salzach and you are in the haart of the city with it’s elegant squares, café’s, market, castle and cathedrals – not forgetting Mozarts Birthplace.
For large parties this place is fantastic – the supermarket in the village, bakers, butchers and gasthaus are all excellent. We had a specially baked Sachertorte which was simply delicious.
We are already planning a return visit!

Our family (2 grandparents, 1 mom, 3 kids, & 1 dad) sneaked away for a few days to hit the sites in Salzburg. We found Stephan's house and knew it was where we wanted to stay. I spoke with Stephan several times and he gave us some great recommendations for the area. The house is HUGE and old (800+ years). The two girls loved having their own "apartment" and our son thought the loft was perfect. When we arrived the house was warm and Lassim (a fantastic hausmeister) had fires going in the stoves. The house's location is great...a gas station nearby, a bakery and grocery within and even castle ruins walking distance. Being literally on the border of Austria and Germany, it's fun to walk from country to country and a good photo op at the "Welcome to Germany" sign. WIthin 20-30 minutes drive are all the sites of Salzburg (recommended by Stephan and now me have a moderately priced meal at the Elefant Restaurant in Salzburg's walking district), several salt mine tours, and castles and churches galore. Once you're worn out from all the travel, head back to the house and have a home cooked meal or relax with a movie in the family room. The house's two kitchens have all the supplies you'll need to cook (pots, pans, dishes, and even spices and oils). Linens and towels were bountiful. If you bring your computer, the house has free WI-FI throughout (very rare in Europe). There are also about 30 dvd's and various books in the house. (If you have kids and plan to watch a movie or two, I recommend you bring kid friendly titles. Most are rated PG-13+. Also, make sure your dvd's are formatted for the European region.) Enjoy the jacuzzi tub, the scenery, and the neighborhood. For the size and location, this house is one of the best deals around.

Quiet, relaxing mountain setting. House old and charming, but had everything we needed... Able to walk to the local bakery and market, while the kids were hiking on the mountain ruins. Ate dinner at the nature restaurant and preserve on the hill. Kids fed the deer and rabbits. A 20 minute hike from the house. The food is not the best, but the experience and view are amazing!!! An easy 20 minute drive into Salzburg and down to the Salt Mines! Overall, a great weekend!!