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Cosy ground floor apartment in the middle of the beautiful Salzkammergut, in Bad Ischl, Austria

Apartment • Gmunden Austria

2 Guests

1 Bedroom

1 Bathroom

Secondary home

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Listed September 2024

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Oven

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Heating

Hair dryer

Microwave

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Dishwasher

Smoke alarms

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Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace

Fire extinguisher

Covered porch / verandah

Travel Styles

Long term

Romantic

Relaxing

Village

Mountains

Skiing

Culture

Hiking

Cycling

Good public transport

Golf

Cross-country skiing

House Rules

Suitable for infants under 2

Suitable for children ages 2-12

Pets not allowed

No smoking

Allergens

Cat free

Dog free

Carpet free

Smoke free

Low allergen

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Neighbourhood

Nestled in the picturesque Salzkammergut Lake District  area in Upper Austria lies the historic spa town of Bad Ischl. Once the summer refuge for the Habsburg emperor, the town exudes an imperial vibe with its grand buildings and opulent architecture with mountain scenery all around you. The Kaiservilla (the former summer residence of Emperor Franz Joseph I) is a must-see, and  you can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the extensive park.
Konditorei Zauner is a traditional Austrian Coffee house. But the real star of the show is their famous Zaunerstollen, a creation of this particular café which is exported worldwide. Among the ingredients in Zaunerstollen are nougat, hazelnuts, and chocolate, among others. Though it’s served in small pieces, a single slice is hearty enough to satisfy even the biggest sweet tooth.
One of the most exciting activities is taking a ride on the Katrin cable car to the top of Katrin Mountain. The cable car journey takes just 15 minutes and offers stunning panoramic views of the seven lakes and the surrounding mountain range. There are great hiking trails around the mountain. 
Bad Ischl is an all year round resort renowned for it's breathtaking scenery with great hiking trails, mountain meadows and marked bike paths for the energetic. In winter,  you can go snowshoe hiking (we have pairs available), cross country skiing (nearest is Rettenbach Alm, 8kms) and even downhill skiing at Dachstein West with over  160kms of prepared piste (30 minutes by car or you can take the public bus).
In the winter season between the end of November and up to Christmas, most towns in the area have very romantic Christmas markets which are really worth visiting. 

Visit the famous quaint UNESCO village of Hallstatt or the salt mines by public bus or car - they are only only 19 kilometres away.
Take a day trip to the villages of  St. Wolfgang,  St. Gilgen,  Mondsee ( featured in The Sound of Music), or perhaps a boat trip on Lake Wolfgang, The sheep Mountain (Schafberg) cog railway, Bad Ausseerland, Loser cable car, Dachstein Glacier, the 5 Fingers viewing platform on Mount Krippenstein, or a day to the amazing city of Salzburg. The list of things to do in the area is endless.

Nearest airport

Salzburg 70 kms
Linz 101 kms
Munich 212 kms

Getting Around

We have an excellent public transport system and you can get around by bus or train without a car if necessary.

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Non-Reciprocal exchange 9 nights Aug 2026

Nancy and Jerry Verified

10 exchanges67 nights10 feedback

Margaret and Andy’s Bad Ischl apartment was a great spot to kick off our Europe trip. Comfortable and quiet, with the town itself being in close proximity to many incredible Austrian adventures. Bad Ischl also provides access to much of the region by public transportation. We visited in late August and were able to hike to huts, rented e-bikes, attended nearby beer fests, ferried and biked around Wolfgangsee, went to the Dachstein glacier, took a cog wheel train, and visited Salzburg, just to name a few activities near the apartment. The kitchen was generously equipped and we were able to cook in frequently. We highly encourage you to visit this lovely area and home!

Margaret & Andy replied · 3 days ago

Oh wow, you were busy. We're glad that you enjoyed yourselves, and of course, the weather was great 👍

Non-Reciprocal exchange 15 nights Feb 2026

Sophie & Arne Verified

7 exchanges56 nights5 feedback

We spent two weeks in Bad Ischl and had a perfect stay. The apartment is very nice, clean and cosy, and it has everything you could need. The kitchen is well equipped, the bed is comfy, and the living room has luxurious chairs and a comfortable sofa bed, which our friends slept very well on. There are also lots of games and a smart TV for a cosy night in. We really felt at home. Communication with Margaret was very easy and smooth. We received a warm welcome, with soup and other local products waiting for us, which was a really thoughtful touch. Margaret and Andy were very welcoming and shared lots of useful information and tips about the area, which we really appreciated. They also made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. The town of Bad Ischl is beautiful and easy to reach on foot. There are some nice cafés and restaurants with great local food. The area is great for exploring and going to one of the many nearby lakes gives you amazing views. We visited in winter and were lucky enough to have fresh snow, so we went skiing on most days. The ski area is about a half-hour drive away and the drive itself is really beautiful. We can imagine that spending time here in summer would be beautiful as well and great for hiking. The comfortable, cosy apartment and this beautiful area of Austria made it a perfect holiday. We would happily stay here again. Thank you Margaret and Andy!

Non-Reciprocal exchange 7 nights Sep 2025

Lindsay Verified

8 exchanges59 nights8 feedback

Our stay in Bad Ischl was absolutely wonderful! Margaret and Andy were fantastic hosts—so kind, welcoming, and easy to communicate with. Their home is beautiful, comfortable, and perfectly located for exploring the area. We especially loved relaxing in the courtyard, taking in the gorgeous mountain views after a day of sightseeing. Everything was spotless and thoughtfully prepared, and their local tips made our stay even better. We’d love to come back one day—highly recommended!

Margaret & Andy replied · 11 months ago

You're welcome anytime, but stay a bit longer next time!

Non-Reciprocal exchange 5 nights Jul 2025

Melinda

42 exchanges281 nights46 feedback

Margaret and Andy were not only super hosts they were also very "in the know", open hearted and easy going. They welcomed us personally, gave us great tips and their welcome gift was overwhelming (a beautiful ornament that will be a delihgt in our house:)). The stay in the apt was perfect, very comfy and very well equipped. We were only 2 persons, but the place is big enough for 4. If you ever consider Austria, Bad Ischl is your place to go:)! Thank you Margaret and Andy

Non-Reciprocal exchange 14 nights May 2025

Carey and Peter Verified

69 exchanges834 nights97 feedback

A beautiful, comfortable, warm, well equipped apartment tastefully decorated with Margaret's own art and keepsakes that enhance the style. In a lovely quiet location with walks from the door and birdsong all around. We appreciated the comfy bed, the underfloor heating, the sharp knives and the reclining chairs. The bakery is just 5 mins walk away with a great selection of breads and pastries; try the appelstrudl on a Monday! Walking into town was quick and easy whilst exploring the quiet back streets on foot gave us new sights each time. The local houses are so well kept with an abundance of flowers in gardens or balconies with wildflower meadows slotted in between. Margaret left a comprehensive list of places to go and hikes to do and wow, you are just spoilt for choice. Every lake we visited was beautiful, each hike we did brought us stunning views, every coffee and cake we had was delicious! Getting the Katrin cable car and doing hikes to the summits was a highlight as was going on the saltmine tour at Altausee. Vordere Gosau with a lake walk and views of the Dachstein, an explore of Halstatt, ( take the top level street), Blinkingmoos Nature Reserve for the best wildflower meadows we've ever seen. We had 2 lake swims, listened to a local brass band amongst local people wearing their traditional costumes with pride and relished the neat, clean and tidy towns. We were greeted with chocolates, alpine napkins, local gingerbread and homemade schnapps! Margaret answered our many questions promptly both prior and during the exchange. Thank you so much Margaret and Andy for sharing your magical slice of paradise! We loved every minute and can completely understand why it's your happy place.

Non-Reciprocal exchange 9 nights Feb 2025

Palmira Verified

18 exchanges189 nights21 feedback

Well-located home at walking distance of Bad Ischl centre. There were no surprises as the description and photos on the PLU site are updated. This home is perfect for a couple but it can accommodate up to 4 people. The flat was very clean and organized and it was evident that our hosts took great care in preparing it for us. Margaret put together a comprehensive guide which was extremely useful. Her recommendations of what to do and where to eat were great. We had a great time and we hope we can exchange again with Margaret and Andy as this region is very beautiful in Summer too.

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Margaret & Andy

We are a retired fun loving,  adventurous couple in our 60's who love to travel the world. I, (Margaret/British), have worked in the travel industry as a tour  guide/tour manager for years (and I still do occasionally). We've  now decided to slow down and appreciate independent travelling without staying in hotels. I  met my husband Andy (Austrian) when we were both working in The Gambia  way back in 1985. 
We're not exactly new to home exchange as we have had 9 exchanges in the past with our main home on another platform.  We now have a second home in Bad Ischl which we are excited to offer and we are really looking forward to exchanging whether it be luxury, basic or camping.  Give us a try if you want to visit the beautiful Austrian lakes and mountain area.

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Premium #36488

Cosy ground floor apartment in the middle of the beautiful Salzkammergut, in Bad Ischl, Austria

Apartment • Gmunden Austria

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