Title: Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location Apartment in Gschwend with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26510000/26501200/26501120/34137c06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26510000/26501200/26501120/0fb32855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26510000/26501200/26501120/c0d3e792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26510000/26501200/26501120/521b59cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26510000/26501200/26501120/9df7d868.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4990 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location The approx. 92 m² apartment is on the ground floor of the detached holiday home (uninhabited). It consists of a large living room with satellite TV, fireplace and central heating, a bedroom with french. Bed (160 cm), a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with bathtub and separate toilet. There is a baby travel bed and a baby high chair. Another sleeping option for 2 people is available in the living room (pull-out sofa bed: 140 cm). There is also a laundry room with a washing machine in the basement. The holiday home includes a 17-ar garden with a lily pond and various seating areas around the house. Barbecue facilities and bicycle storage are also available. The property is on a hill with an unobstructed view of the valley and Gschwend. Many possibilities directly from the house by bike or on foot on beautiful paths through forest and field. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycle parking - Garden - Unit size: 990 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111334400/111334387/fa575735.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vacation apartment in the Hofcafe Spraitbach - Washer - Pet-friendly - Microwave 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=111334387&PinnedHotelID=111334387&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94730000/94725900/94725825/61fcf6fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Schlechtbacher Sägmühle Gschwend - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=94725825&PinnedHotelID=94725825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68700000/68698000/68697938/8a499952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bungalow on the Ostalb
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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Idyllic Holiday Home Swabian Forest Swabian Alb Quiet Location Idyllic Holiday Home Swabian Forest Swabian Alb Quiet Location ## About the area Located in Gschwend, this apartment is in a rural area and near theme parks. Heinles Mill and Untergröningen Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golfclub Oberrot-Frankenberg and Hetzenhof Golf Course. Schwabenpark and Kleincomburg St. Agidius are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. [Visit our Gschwend travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gschwend.dx3000448751) [View more Apartments in Gschwend](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gschwend-Apartments.d3000448751-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C48.93248%2C9.76161&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=m6Ou2P66szeR-SmHSxmElOPqffs=) Gschwend, Baden-Württemberg ### What's nearby - Devil's Pulpit - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Schwabenpark - 16 min drive - 8.7 miles - Waldsee - 19 min drive - 10.7 miles - Mercedes-Benz Museum - 51 min drive - 38.5 miles - MHP Arena - 52 min drive - 38.5 miles ### Getting around - Fichtenberg Station - 17 min drive - Stuttgart (STR) - 80 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Die Krone - ‬11 min drive - ‪Zapfzäule - ‬11 min drive - ‪Gasthaus Krone - ‬11 min drive - ‪Gaildorfer Pizza & Kebaphaus - ‬12 min drive - ‪Schlosswerk - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Vacation home, idyllic, in the Swabian Forest / Swabian Alb (Ostalb)quiet location located? > Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is steps from Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Devil's Pulpit. Heinles Mill and Schwabenpark are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question