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In 1912, at an altitude of 1,800 metres above sea level, the Austrian monarchy built a residence protected by trees that date back hundreds of years. It was intended for the doctors at the neighbouring sanatorium. With its large loggias, stone foundations and wooden facades, the structure followed the tradition of Alpine villa architecture that was influenced by the European Art Nouveau movement.
After careful restoration of the historic building, the remodelled villa now serves as a private retreat for up to ten people.
Located on the southern slopes of the Plose mountain, the villa is completely sheltered from view. Blessed by all-day sunshine, it opens up views of the Dolomites and the large private garden with pool, all surrounded by natural forests.
The villa can only be booked exclusively and offers its guests unrestricted privacy during their stay.
There is a private chef and concierge available for guests at all times.
The energy of the forest and the sunlight of the Dolomites pervade the historic rooms of the villa from morning to night. The living space, covering an area of 1,200 m2, extends over several floors and the spa.
The stone cellar offers space for events or exhibitions; it also has its own cellar for storing wines and Speck. The ground floor features a living room with fireplace, a kitchen and a breakfast and dining room; the first floor offers a master bedroom, master bathroom, dressing room and two more bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.
Under the half-timbered beams of the pitched roof is a mansard cinema with a sofa for up to twelve people, as well as two further bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.
The villa has a fully equipped kitchen supplied every morning with fresh food from local farms. The centrepiece of the kitchen is a block of dolomite stone with a stove and large working surface, with space for cooking together. A private chef is always available to prepare meals.
Inspired by the natural teachings of the Celtic druids, the private spa is grounded in the area’s rich natural resources. The pure Plose spring water, the mountain air, the long hours of sunshine and the mild climate represent the four cornerstones of the spa.
There are coaches available to guests for meditation, yoga or Wyda (the breathing and movement theory of the Celts), as well as therapists for massages. The spa has a massage room with a bathtub for two and a large rain shower, a sauna and a steam bath, a quiet room with fireplace, a large heated indoor-outdoor pool as well as a gymnasium with Technogym equipment.
Amidst the mixed natural forests of the Plose mountain, trees, some hundreds of years old, surround the private natural garden of the forest house; the vista meanwhile opens up over the valley towards the Dolomites. This south-facing area also enjoys all-day sunshine. On warmer days, the centre of attention moves to the garden, 1,000 m2 in size, with its outdoor cooking area, barbecue, herb garden, spring water fountain, pool and lounge. At the edge of the forest can be found the natural vegetation of the Alpine regions: wild berries, ferns, mosses and mushrooms. In winter, a trail leads directly to and from the ski piste.
Like the other historic rooms, the five large bedrooms with their en-suite bathrooms reflect the tradition of villa construction in the mountains, one that dates back over a century.
The great variety of materials employed was characteristic of the era; depending on availability, different types of wood such as larch, Swiss stone pine or spruce were used to make the hand-hewn beams, manually crafted floors and furniture. These untreated woods create a room climate in the faithfully restored bedroom suites that, together with the profound darkness, has favourable effects on the regenerative power of sleep.
The origins of the villa date back to the year 1912, when the Austrian monarchy had a large residence built for the doctors at the nearby sanatorium. With its carved ornamentation and large loggias, the building recalls the Austrian architectural heritage of the second half of the 19th century and the Art Nouveau style. The stone foundations and wooden facade are in keeping with the traditional design of Alpine holiday residences.
The extensive restoration of the villa, which previously stood idle for decades, was aimed at recreating the original character of the historic building. Working with conservationists and restorers from a wide range of trades, the villa’s structural elements, beams, floors, furniture, windows and doors were all restored or faithfully recreated by hand in accordance with the methods of the time, based on the villa’s construction plans dating from the early 20th century. The bathrooms and spa complement the historic interior, with their linear forms, high-quality materials and warm colours all blending into the villa’s overall concept.
Günther Kofler is your personal contact for all matters arising before or during your stay.
The villa team is available for all services and requests.
The villa can be booked exclusively for stays of two nights or more.
