Embracing the Charm of the Alpine Hideaway
How It All Began
Greathorn – The Alpine Hideaway is a place with much history and even more stories: In the 1970s, a Salzburg native from a large farming family built this mountain house at 1060 meters above sea level for herself and her husband. Here, weekends and holidays were enjoyed, away from the festival city of Salzburg, in harmony with nature. And there was a lot of celebrating.
The world-renowned architect and builder of the Salzburg Festival Hall, Clemens Holzmeister, would often sit with paper and brush in front of the house and sketch the mountain scenery. He also drew the plans for the house’s stove and seating benches, and praised the hostess in the guestbook with: “A toast to the dumplings and this place!” Accompanying him often was Gudrun Baudisch, the famous Hallstatt artist, who also designed the timeless tiles of the stove in the living room. Norman Dyhrenfurth, the famous alpinist who was the first person to climb Mount Everest with a film camera and was honored by John F. Kennedy, was often a guest here. As stories were told, Stiegl beer from Salzburg was drunk, much to the joy of Heinrich Kiener II, the owner of the Stiegl Brewery, who also loved spending time here. From the house, the hunters would set out for red deer stalking, and the hostess would go on mushroom and flower hunts. The deer rut is still a spectacle, and live experiences can be had in the autumn on the opposite foothills of the Trattberg.
A Home with Endless Horizon
All around, nothing but panoramic views in every direction. Completely secluded. Even if one does not tend to exaggerate, it can be said: You will not find another location with such a view in the Salzburg region; and this, with full access to the local road, sewer, water, and electricity networks. On one side, the Tennen and Hagen Mountains, on the other, the Osterhorn Group, and the Untersberg with its Austrian-German broad side create a picturesque frame.
Here, one can become addicted to looking at the distance, without any electronic device. But you can also sit on the wooden-covered veranda with your laptop and impress your colleagues on a Teams call with where you are - with high-speed fiber-optic internet. If you enjoy mountain hiking, you can put on your hiking boots and set off from the house, or hop on your bike and stop at one of the alpine huts on Trattberg or Seewaldsee. For relaxation afterward, lie down on one of the large limestone slabs in the 2898 sqm award-winning natural garden, or warm yourself on the stove bench with a book in hand. Especially in the cooler seasons, the house’s own bio sauna invites you to linger. In summer, you can enjoy indescribable sunsets late into the evening, with the sun still deep red on the horizon. Because there is no artificial light here at night, you can count shooting stars or philosophize about infinity while gazing at the Milky Way.
Do you like fruit? Then enjoy the apples, pears, cherries, and plums growing on the several dozen old-variety fruit trees around the house. If you are romantically inclined, take a barefoot stroll through the meadows and pick a bouquet of wildflowers for your loved one. If you feel like going down to the valley, to the city of Salzburg, you can reach it in 35 minutes by car. Mozart's birthplace is also rich in stories. Perhaps you would like to see one of the most famous ones, namely the life and death of Hugo von Hofmannsthal's Jedermann at the Salzburg Festival? The largest music festival in the world is a magnet for the most celebrated opera stars of our time.
Beyond the Expected
One very special feature is that the Alpine Hideaway has a second-home residence permit. Which grants you legal approval to use it as a secondary home. You will find this very rarely in the Salzburg area.
Another bonus: You can expand the living area to up to 300 sqm. This means you could add 195 sqm of additional living space whenever you like. Perhaps you are inspired to give this place your own architectural touch.
About the house: The house was built in 1971 with solid brick construction. Both the exterior and interior are adorned with large wooden surfaces. The roof was completely replaced in 2023, and a 13 kW photovoltaic system was installed. Additionally, there is a 15 kW storage unit. The modern infrared heating panels create a pleasant and healthy climate within minutes. You can comfortably set your desired temperature in every room via an app on your phone or through the wall controls. This means, especially in summer, nearly total energy independence. The living room, with an open kitchen, dining area, and lounge area, can be heated by the Hallstatt stove; it was completely refurbished in 2018 and remains the heart of the living room. Anyone who sits on the stove bench will often not want to leave this place. But don’t worry, there’s enough space for a few loved ones. In 2015, all windows were replaced with full wood larch frames and double glazing. Naturally, a house built in the 1970s doesn't have the insulated walls of a low-energy house from 2025. However, the masonry is so solid that the mason almost lost his nerves last year while trying to create a hole for an additional window. Around the house are massive Adneter marble slabs, which warm up wonderfully in the summer.
The neighbouring farmer, whose organic farm lies about 300 meters below the property, has had a right of way sharp right through the entrance gate to his field since the house was built. You only see each other during the mowing season or if you feel like asking for some farm-fresh organic milk or eggs; or in good spirits for a bottle of the famous 'Vogelbeer' schnapps. In winter, the local snow removal service clears the white blanket right up to the entrance gate.
The Soul of the Home
The architectural plans of the house were ahead of their time, featuring an open kitchen and living area that create a cozy atmosphere year-round, bringing together family members, friends and visitors.
The house exudes a unique and cozy atmosphere, enhanced by the extensive use of wood - with one room even clad in fragrant Swiss pine, adding a touch of natural warmth and tranquility. The interplay of wood and light creates an especially beautiful and welcoming ambiance.
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Total land area: 2.898 m2
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Ground Floor: 105 m22
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sleeping room
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open kitchen and living room
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1 bathroom
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1 toilet
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Cellar: 55 m2
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sauna
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large storage room
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small storage room
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laundry room
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mechanical room
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Converted attic: 26 m2
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sleeping room
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loft
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One question you might reasonably ask after reading all of this is: Why is this place being sold at all?
"Because each generation has its own dream."
With that in mind – If you want to make your dream of an alpine hideaway in the Salzburg pre-Alps come true, you are warmly invited to contact us. And if you like, come by for a coffee or a small Salzburger Stiegl beer. Up here, at Greathorn.
Directions to The Alpine Hideaway
The Alpine Hideaway is located just 35 minutes south of the city of Salzburg, in the picturesque area nestled at the foot of the Trattberg.
It is well-connected and easily accessible year-round.
The closest airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG – W. A. Mozart Airport), approximately 35 km away, which takes around 40–45 minutes by car. For international connections, Munich Airport (MUC) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) are also options, about 185 km and 330 km away, respectively. Additionally, the nearest major train station is Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, just 30 km from St. Koloman, offering connections to various European cities.