Summary:
Welcome to Chalet Hölkogel on the Feuerkogel! 🏡❄️
This stylish chalet at 1,600 m altitude sleeps up to 12 guests – perfect for nature lovers and mountain enthusiasts.
• 🧖 Private sauna with panoramic Dachstein views
• 🛌 Cozy alpine design with high-quality amenities
• 🎿 Ideal for hikers, skiers & those seeking peace
❗ Please note: The chalet is only accessible by cable car, which operates until 6 PM on the day of arrival.
Your hideaway above the clouds! ☁️🏔️
The Space:
Why is Chalet Hölkogel so special?
🏔️ Car-free Feuerkogel plateau – pure tranquillity and widescreen mountain views
🧖♀️ Private sauna – unwind after hiking or skiing
✨ Premium alpine comfort – modern amenities with cosy wooden interiors
🚡 Slope-side living – lifts, pistes and trails are steps away
🛏️ Space for 12 – ideal for families & friends
Layout
Upper Floor
• 4 bedrooms, each with a king-size bed 🛏️
• 1 bathroom with shower & toilet 🚿🚻
Ground Floor
• 1 bedroom with 2 bunk beds (sleeps 4) 🛌
• Fully equipped kitchen 🍳
• Large living-dining area with panorama windows & smart TV 📺
• Private sauna 🧖♂️
• 1 bathroom with shower & WC
• Main entrance, ski/gear storage 🎿
• Direct access to the outside alpine area 🚪
What you can do
🥾 Hiking & snowshoeing – trails start at the door
⛷️ Skiing & snowboarding – immediate access to the Feuerkogel lifts
🚴 Mountain-biking – explore alpine tracks in summer
🏞️ Lake fun – Traunsee’s water sports just a cable-car ride below
Chalet Hölkogel is your stylish hideaway above the clouds – where comfort meets adventure! ❄️🏡
Guest Access:
You'll have access to the entire chalet, including all 5 bedrooms and both bathrooms. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen, perfect for preparing meals, and relax with wireless internet and a TV. Other amenities include a garage and ski-in/ski-out access. The house also features smoke detectors, a first aid kit, and a fire extinguisher for your safety.
The Neighborhood:
Landscape and Nature:
⛰️ Panoramic Mountain Views – Sitting at 1,600 m above sea level, the Feuerkogel offers breathtaking views of Lake Traunsee, the Dachstein range, and the Höllengebirge mountains.
🏞️ Peaceful Alpine Plateau – A car-free zone with wide-open alpine meadows and sunny clearings, perfect for a true escape into nature.
🌲 Hiking & Snowshoe Paradise – Well-marked trails start right at your door, ideal for outdoor adventures all year round.
Architecture and Village Structure:
🏡 Authentic Alpine Charm – The Feuerkogel features cozy chalets, rustic alpine huts, and traditional wooden buildings with mountain character.
🚠 Summit Village Life – The cable car connects you to the valley town of Ebensee – creating a rare and charming "village above the clouds."
Community and Culture:
🎉 Lively Alpine Culture – From ski schools to hut evenings, the mountain is alive with local traditions and a welcoming spirit.
🤝 Close-Knit Atmosphere – Despite its remote setting, there’s a warm and friendly community vibe among hosts, visitors, and locals alike.
Infrastructure:
🚡 Cable Car Access – A modern gondola connects the plateau to the valley in just minutes, running all year round.
🍽️ Mountain Restaurants & Huts – Regional cuisine and genuine hospitality at 1,600 m – from traditional huts to modern chalets.
🛍️ Shopping & Services Nearby – Essentials are available in Ebensee; delivery services available for chalet guests.
Leisure and Recreation:
🥾 Hiking, Climbing & Trail Running – Whether you want a gentle stroll or an alpine tour, trails start right outside.
⛷️ Skiing & Snowboarding – A family-friendly ski area with wide slopes, beginner zones, and panoramic views.
🎿 Cross-Country Skiing & Winter Hiking – Peaceful, scenic routes through snowy landscapes.
🧖 Wellness Nearby – Thermal spas and wellness centers are within reach in Bad Ischl or Bad Goisern.
Climate:
🌤️ Invigorating Alpine Climate – Clean air, plenty of sunshine, cool summers and snowy winters – perfect for relaxation and active holidays.
Special Attractions:
📍 One of a Kind – The Feuerkogel is one of the few permanently inhabited high plateaus in the Eastern Alps – a truly unique alpine retreat.
🔭 Panoramic Views & Long-Distance Trails – Stunning visibility across the Salzkammergut, often reaching as far as the Großglockner on clear days.
Getting Around:
Nearby Destinations:
• Lake Traunsee – visible from the Feuerkogel and reachable via cable car + 10 min drive 🌊
• Feuerkogel Ski Area – right outside your door 🎿
• Ebensee – valley station town with shops & restaurants, 10 min by cable car 🚠
• Gmunden – charming lakeside town with castle & promenade, 25 min drive 🏰
• Langbath Lakes – idyllic mountain lakes, approx. 25 min drive 🏞️
• Bad Ischl – historic spa town with thermal baths, 30 min away 💧
• Dachstein Krippenstein – hiking & skiing area, about 45 min drive ⛷️
Other Things to Note:
We provide high-quality bed linens 🛏️ and towels 🧼.
Before check-in, a registration form 📝 must be completed.
Interaction with Guests:
We are always aavailable for you – via phone, email, or right here on Airbnb. 📞📧📲
