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The Mountain Hiker***** - View and garden terrace. Privileged environment.
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10 out of 10
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 3 85 sq m
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LA VANCELLE, Bas-Rhin
- Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg12 min drive
- Montagne des Singes15 min drive
- La Volerie des aigles15 min drive
- Strasbourg (SXB-Strasbourg Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Mountain Hiker***** - View and garden terrace. Privileged environment.
In La Vancelle, a "garden village", between Strasbourg and Colmar, a large holiday apartment with a magnificent view of the mountains and the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle.
Terrace with gazebo in the garden. Beautiful natural setting just minutes from the wine road. Strategic location to explore easily Alsace and even the Black Forest and nearby Germany!
-> Make sure to watch the video posted above to discover the apartment, its beautiful surroundings and the way it is arranged.
Beautiful and comfortable holiday apartment for 2/3 people newly refurbished with organic materials. Private terrace with a gazebo in the garden.
This spacious gite (+80 sqm) is located on the first floor, facing south with a stunning panorama of the mountains and the famous medieval castle of Haut Koenigsbourg. The Mountain Hiker gite is offering charming and luxury accommodation in any season.
Downstairs, in the garden, a gazebo with a small terrace awaits the guests of the gîte. Table and garden chairs make it a specially pleasant place to have tea or dinner outside during the beautiful days, from Spring to Fall.
Decoration is about forests and mountains, dedicated to the first owner and builder of the house who was, until the 1930s, the forester of the Forest of La Vancelle.
Bedroom with king size double bed (180 x 200 cm). Also available with a twin bed layout upon prior request.
The two living rooms (living room and dining room) are en suite and facing south. A extra traditional Alsatian bed is providing sitting space but also a comfortable extra bed for 1 grown-up child or adult.
Magnificent panoramic view over the forest, the mountains and the castle of Haut Koenigsbourg on the horizon.
An independent bathroom and kitchen complete this cozy vacation rental apartment where you will relax after your hiking or your discoveries in the vineyards, along the Alsace wine route (only minutes away).
Our house is a beautiful building full of character built in 1930 and inspired by Art Deco style. In the midst of the Roaring Twenties, its style, modernity and quality of construction was considered as remarkable in the small mountain village of La Vancelle. Today, after a beautiful restoration and development of two elegant apartments (one of them is our private apartment), it will be a romantic, comfortable and relaxing accommodation for your holiday in Alsace, as well as your base camp to discover the whole region.
La Vancelle is a small Alsatian mountain village, nestled on the southern slope of a mountain arch that rises to about 855 meters.
Only a wise eye can see the village from the valley. Hidden in a beautiful forest, it is a haven of peace and nature. And yet it is easily accessible and ideally located, away from the crowds but just minutes from the wine route, the wine villages and the major tourist attractions as The Eagle sanctuary (volerie des Aigles), the Monkey Mountain (montagne des Singes) and the castle Haut Koenigsbourg.
Easy access in any season. Free public parking in front of the house. It is necessary to have your own vehicle.
Our apartment in the lovely village of La Vancelle is the perfect place for your headquarters in Alsace. It offers an incredible combination of all advantages the traveller might look for a comfortable and practical discovery of Alsace:
A privileged and quiet location, easily accessible, with a beautiful view of the famous Haut-Koenigsbourg castle.
A strategic location right in the middle of Alsace (exactly on the limit between the 2 Alsatian counties (Bas-Rhin and Haut-Rhin) less than 10 minutes away from the famous Alsace wine route and the winegrowers villages, 20 minutes away from Colmar and 35 minutes from Strasbourg.
It is a lovely apartment with space and top comfort. Completely refurbished with organic materials, beautifully furnished and decorated, a fantastic mountain panorama and a garden where to sit and even have a meal outside.
Terrace with gazebo in the garden. Beautiful natural setting just minutes from the wine road. Strategic location to explore easily Alsace and even the Black Forest and nearby Germany!
-> Make sure to watch the video posted above to discover the apartment, its beautiful surroundings and the way it is arranged.
Beautiful and comfortable holiday apartment for 2/3 people newly refurbished with organic materials. Private terrace with a gazebo in the garden.
This spacious gite (+80 sqm) is located on the first floor, facing south with a stunning panorama of the mountains and the famous medieval castle of Haut Koenigsbourg. The Mountain Hiker gite is offering charming and luxury accommodation in any season.
Downstairs, in the garden, a gazebo with a small terrace awaits the guests of the gîte. Table and garden chairs make it a specially pleasant place to have tea or dinner outside during the beautiful days, from Spring to Fall.
Decoration is about forests and mountains, dedicated to the first owner and builder of the house who was, until the 1930s, the forester of the Forest of La Vancelle.
Bedroom with king size double bed (180 x 200 cm). Also available with a twin bed layout upon prior request.
The two living rooms (living room and dining room) are en suite and facing south. A extra traditional Alsatian bed is providing sitting space but also a comfortable extra bed for 1 grown-up child or adult.
Magnificent panoramic view over the forest, the mountains and the castle of Haut Koenigsbourg on the horizon.
An independent bathroom and kitchen complete this cozy vacation rental apartment where you will relax after your hiking or your discoveries in the vineyards, along the Alsace wine route (only minutes away).
Our house is a beautiful building full of character built in 1930 and inspired by Art Deco style. In the midst of the Roaring Twenties, its style, modernity and quality of construction was considered as remarkable in the small mountain village of La Vancelle. Today, after a beautiful restoration and development of two elegant apartments (one of them is our private apartment), it will be a romantic, comfortable and relaxing accommodation for your holiday in Alsace, as well as your base camp to discover the whole region.
La Vancelle is a small Alsatian mountain village, nestled on the southern slope of a mountain arch that rises to about 855 meters.
Only a wise eye can see the village from the valley. Hidden in a beautiful forest, it is a haven of peace and nature. And yet it is easily accessible and ideally located, away from the crowds but just minutes from the wine route, the wine villages and the major tourist attractions as The Eagle sanctuary (volerie des Aigles), the Monkey Mountain (montagne des Singes) and the castle Haut Koenigsbourg.
Easy access in any season. Free public parking in front of the house. It is necessary to have your own vehicle.
Our apartment in the lovely village of La Vancelle is the perfect place for your headquarters in Alsace. It offers an incredible combination of all advantages the traveller might look for a comfortable and practical discovery of Alsace:
A privileged and quiet location, easily accessible, with a beautiful view of the famous Haut-Koenigsbourg castle.
A strategic location right in the middle of Alsace (exactly on the limit between the 2 Alsatian counties (Bas-Rhin and Haut-Rhin) less than 10 minutes away from the famous Alsace wine route and the winegrowers villages, 20 minutes away from Colmar and 35 minutes from Strasbourg.
It is a lovely apartment with space and top comfort. Completely refurbished with organic materials, beautifully furnished and decorated, a fantastic mountain panorama and a garden where to sit and even have a meal outside.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets by arrangement
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
La Vancelle
Located in La Vancelle, this apartment is in a rural area and near theme parks. Ortenbourg Castle and Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ballons des Vosges Nature Park and Pagan Wall. Cigoland Park and La Volerie des aigles are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

LA VANCELLE, Bas-Rhin
What's nearby
- Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
- Cigoland Park - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
- Montagne des Singes - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
- La Volerie des aigles - 15 min drive - 12.5 km
- Riquewihr Christmas Market - 28 min drive - 25.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le 757 - 14 min drive
- Restaurant Auberge Saint Martin - 13 min drive
- Pavillon du Haut Koeningsbourg - 14 min drive
- RESTAURANT PFISTER - 17 min drive
- Restaurant Le Médiéval - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jean-Paul Krebs

The Mountain Hiker is part of our family collection of 16 holiday apartments. We are a couple of retired tourism professionals having many years of experience in the airline industry and travels.
We think that - especially for a rather long stay (most of our guests are discovering the slow travel concept and are staying 7 nights and more) - it is not enough to sleep well during the night but it is necessary to enjoy the stay in a place which is somehow of the same level as the historical surroundings, the landscape, the mountain and the vineyards: beautiful. We put a lot of effort and care in the renovation and decoration of our vacation apartments because we want our holiday homes to be a memorable part of your travel experience to France.
We think that - especially for a rather long stay (most of our guests are discovering the slow travel concept and are staying 7 nights and more) - it is not enough to sleep well during the night but it is necessary to enjoy the stay in a place which is somehow of the same level as the historical surroundings, the landscape, the mountain and the vineyards: beautiful. We put a lot of effort and care in the renovation and decoration of our vacation apartments because we want our holiday homes to be a memorable part of your travel experience to France.
Why they chose this property
The place is quite outstanding.
The Mountain Hiker apartment is part of a beautiful building of 1929. It was completely refurbished with organic materials, beautifully furnished and decorated. You will enjoy a fantastic mountain panorama and a garden where to sit and even have a meal outside.
The Mountain Hiker apartment is part of a beautiful building of 1929. It was completely refurbished with organic materials, beautifully furnished and decorated. You will enjoy a fantastic mountain panorama and a garden where to sit and even have a meal outside.
What makes this property unique
La Vancelle is a small Alsatian mountain village, nestled on the southern slope of a mountain arch that rises to about 855 meters.
Only a wise eye can see the village from the valley. Hidden in a beautiful forest, it is a haven of peace and nature. And yet it is easily accessible and ideally located, away from the crowds but just minutes from the wine route, the wine villages and the major tourist attractions.
2 good restaurants just within short walking distance. Shops 2,5 kilometers.
Only a wise eye can see the village from the valley. Hidden in a beautiful forest, it is a haven of peace and nature. And yet it is easily accessible and ideally located, away from the crowds but just minutes from the wine route, the wine villages and the major tourist attractions.
2 good restaurants just within short walking distance. Shops 2,5 kilometers.
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