Sunny apartment with fireplace and panoramic view

A home that doesn’t stage Tyrol, but lives it quite naturally. Built in 2012, this chalet in Ellmau combines traditional Alpine architecture with plenty of wood, warm materials and a setting where the mountain landscape continually becomes part of everyday living. The reclaimed-wood façade, open roof structure and numerous custom-made carpentry features give the house a very personal character. At the same time, generous windows bring in plenty of light and create a pleasant sense of openness, while the southwest-facing terrace extends the sunny setting outdoors.

With around 242 m² of living and usable space, the home offers a sense of spaciousness without sacrificing comfort. On the ground floor, the kitchen, dining and living areas open into a shared centrepiece of the home. The fireplace brings warmth to the room, while reclaimed wood and handcrafted built-ins create the natural, effortless feel that runs throughout the chalet. Large French doors let plenty of light inside, and the living area extends almost seamlessly onto the terrace. On sunny days, it becomes a second living room; on long evenings, a place where you’ll be happy to sit a little longer. An additional room on this level adds valuable flexibility to the layout and can serve, depending on your needs, as a quiet workspace, guest room or additional bedroom.

The atmosphere changes as you move upstairs to the attic floor. The open exposed roof structure takes centre stage, and the rooms become quieter and more private. The master area, in particular, is defined by this feeling. Expansive glass surfaces open onto the balcony and bring the landscape right up to the bed. The private fireplace adds warmth to the room and makes it a special retreat even during the winter months. The mountain landscape remains present even in the bathroom, becoming a natural part of the space. The two other bedrooms continue the home’s warm Alpine design and offer plenty of privacy for family and guests.

It is above all the many details that give the house its personality. Reclaimed wood, solid wood floors, carefully crafted doors and built-ins run through the rooms like a unifying signature. Nothing feels excessive or staged; instead, an authentic Tyrolean living experience emerges, one that has gained character over the years. The generous terrace and recurring views connect the house naturally with its surroundings. A garage and the double carport add to the comfort in a pleasantly understated way.