Alm Reloaded!

There are places that make you pause. Because they are more than a house with a garden. Because they tell a story – softly, but impressively. Such a place is this special estate in Greifenstein, located high above the Danube, with a view that opens the heart.

Upon arrival, something changes. A short turn off the road toward the forest and there it lies before you: a property like out of a movie, somewhere between alpine hut, artist’s residence and retreat for people who have long left the ordinary behind. A home that feels as if its roots are in the mountains – and at the same time with the most beautiful river in Austria at your feet.

The view stretches far – over the Danube, over the well-known leisure beach of Altenberg and Greifenstein, the popular excursion destination of Vienna residents. Up here you are alone. And at the same time in the middle of life, if you want it. The view is omnipresent: from the living room, from the balcony on the top floor, from nearly every window on the riverside. The sunsets? Legendary. Those who have experienced them know what is meant.

The property itself measures a generous 2.750 m²- small forest included – a paradise with terraces, lawn areas, flower islands, retreat corners.

And as if all this were not generous enough, the offer also includes more than one hectare of forest area – precisely it’s 10.692 m².

A true gift of nature: for wood lovers, those seeking quiet, walkers with dogs, or people who like to chop firewood in their own forest. Whoever wants, can create their own little nature realm here – with a hammock, beehives or the quiet dream of self-sufficient living.

The original building phase dates back to 1930, with a charming old stock that today still offers around 176 m² of living space on two levels. The rooms are lovingly old-fashioned, quirky, homely. Wood dominates. You can feel the age of the house – but in the best sense. It has character, bearing, depth. And those who walk on these floors hear the stories of earlier times.

In 1990 the house was extended – with an annex that recedes architecturally but scores with its modern layout and the massive glass surfaces. About 115 m² of living space comprise this newer part – bright, open, clear. Here, nature merges with the interior. The seasons are part of daily life.

Overall there are at least 10 rooms available – of varying sizes, in different corners of the house, each with its own character. For large families, patchwork constellations or people who want to live, work and create under one roof.

Particularly charming is that due to the layout of the house up to three separate residential units are conceivable. Whether for multi-generational living, guests, living and working or partial rental – the potential for flexible living is at least given.

A special highlight – or better said: the secret star of the house – is the huge, covered terrace with an outdoor kitchen and a view of the water. And this is not just any spot in the green, but a stage for summer parties, family breakfasts, long evenings by candlelight and everything in between. Here you don’t just grill, you simply live.

The equipment leaves no wishes unfulfilled: refrigerator, grill, sink, generous work surfaces – all there to pamper guests or treat yourself to a glass of wine and a juicy steak while the sun slowly disappears behind the horizon. And always that view. Always this light.

The natural-stone floor, a large dining table under the open sky, above it a solid cover that provides shade – or protection when the summer thunderstorm passes. Surrounding it blooming plants, the rustling of the trees, the call of a bird from the adjacent forest.

It’s one of those places where you forget time. Where everyday life becomes vacation, without leaving. And when the guests have long gone, often one stays a while longer. Just like that. Because it feels good to be right here.

And in general – the entire property thrives on its outdoor spaces. Everywhere small terraces, hidden corners, open spaces to sit, lie, sleep, read. The garden: well-kept, grown, with a green thumb in charge.

Admittedly: the house is not flawless. There are areas that still require love and work. But it is precisely this imperfect that makes the property so special. If you are looking for a glossy villa, you will not be happy here. If you are seeking the unique – even more so.

This house is not for followers. But everything for people with courage, feeling and the wish to call something real their home.

Whether artist’s studio, family residence, weekend retreat or year-round home – the possibilities are as diverse as the light moods over the Danube. And those lucky enough to call this place their own will quickly understand: You can build many houses. But only a few find.

I am already looking forward to personally showing you this very special corner of earth.

Price: € 990.000,-- Information according to legal requirements: Heating demand: 148.1 kWh/(m²a) Class heating demand: D

Note due to the current coronavirus situation:

For the companies in the field of the professional association of real estate and asset trustees (real estate trustees and collection agencies) it is strongly advised to suspend all personal customer contact also in the field service (such as viewings or visits by field staff – collection agents) from March 16, 2020.

The regulations apply from 16.3.2020 to 13.4.2020.

It is about the health of all of us, therefore we have decided to observe these measures for the coming weeks and ask for your understanding. Of course you can still reach us very happily by phone, e-mail, WhatsApp or video conference, we now have plenty of time to chat :-)