Title: Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=78063177&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift Apartment in Hopfgarten im Brixental with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift ![Exterior - Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift (Hopfgarten im Brixental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78063200/78063177/0125867c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift (Hopfgarten im Brixental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78063200/78063177/4a89226f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, Internet - Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift (Hopfgarten im Brixental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78063200/78063177/0e204efb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift (Hopfgarten im Brixental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78063200/78063177/63312b2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift (Hopfgarten im Brixental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78063200/78063177/3d0b184c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift provides laundry facilities and more. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking available ## 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. ### Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift Accommodation description: Just outside the city centre, this lovely farmhouse consists of 2 apartments on 2 floors, each with its own entrance. There is no door connecting the accommodations. You can have breakfast with fresh farm produce while enjoying the views of the Kitzbühel Alps. The farmhouse is surrounded by a vast garden and there is parking for 4 cars. Unwind amidst the mountain scenery! Hopfgarten im Brixental is a popular destination all year round. During the summer months you can take advantage of the many excellent hiking and cycling trails in the surrounding mountains, while winter is the ideal time for winter sports activities in the nearby ski resort SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental: one of Austria's largest ski areas. The village has a traditional feel with charming buildings and cosy restaurants The accommodation consists of several separate housing units that are not directly connected to each other Charging an e-car at the accommodation is not possible and not allowed. Should you nevertheless charge your car illegally, the house owner/manager may, without discussion, hold you responsible for any damage and charge a fine It is strictly forbidden to organise any student party, bachelor party or drinking party in this house Floorplan: On the 1st floor: open kitchen with electric kettle, cooker, coffee machine(filter), oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer , Living/diningroom with TV, dining table, seating area , bedroom with single bed, double bed, TV , bedroom with single bed, double bed, TV , bathroom with shower, washbasin, toilet , Landing, balcony 2nd Guest house on the 1st floor: open kitchen with electric kettle, cooker, coffee machine(filter), oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer , Living/diningroom with TV, dining table, seating area , bedroom with 2x single bed, TV , bedroom with double bed, TV , bedroom with double bed, TV , bathroom with shower, washbasin, toilet , balcony washing room with washing machine(shared with the the owner and other guests, paid) , 4x parking Distances: Ski lift: SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, 1,8 km Ski lift: Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau, 16,2 km Ski lift: KitzSki , 16,7 km Ski lift: St. Johann in Tirol/Oberndorf , 27,2 km Ski lift: Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn (Skicircus), 43,7 km Ski lift: Spieljoch , 44,1 km Ski lift: Rofan , 44,5 km Ski lift: Buchensteinwand (Pillersee) , 44,7 km Ski lift: Kaltenbach , 50 km Ski Bus: 50 meter General supplies: T&G, 560 meter General supplies: SPAR, 580 meter General supplies: MPREIS, 790 meter General supplies: BILLA, 950 meter Restaurants: Restaurant Salvena Pizzeria - durchgehend warme Küche, 460 meter Restaurants: Der Bäcker Ruetz - Hopfgarten, 490 meter Restaurants: Renèe, 570 meter Restaurants: Das Brixx Restaurant & Weinbar, 610 meter Train station: Hopfgarten im Brixental Berglift Bahnhof, 1,4 km Train station: Hopfgarten, 3,5 km Train station: Windau im Brixental Bahnhof, 4 km Train station: Westendorf, 7,3 km After booking you have the following payment options: bank transfer, Eurocard/ Mastercard, VISA, Sofort uberweisung, IDEAL.. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106200000/106192100/106192015/82c181f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Farmhouse in Hopfgarten in Brixental with garden Hopfgarten im Brixental - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Laundry room - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=106192015&PinnedHotelID=106192015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107360000/107359961/f3ae68bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Schranz by Interhome Kappl - Kitchen - Outdoor space - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as AT.6361.30 ## About the area Located in Hopfgarten im Brixental, this apartment is in a rural area. Hohe Salve Cable Car and Talabfahrt Hopfgarten are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brixental and Hohe Salve Mountain. Salvenaland Amusement Park and Bergbauern Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Hopfgarten im Brixental travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hopfgarten-Im-Brixental.dx6130307) [View more Apartments in Hopfgarten im Brixental](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hopfgarten-Im-Brixental-Apartments.d6130307-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%7C47.44501%2C12.15369&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aomivG5ddo1Duq91PtBuFTdPx_A=) Hopfgarten im Brixental, Tyrol ### What's nearby - ![Westendorf featuring snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122886/c87986cf-2767-47b6-9978-2584f8994435.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Brixental 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Brilliant ski conditions](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130307/438da055-4884-4cc1-b7ce-bbde5dc5b69d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Talabfahrt Hopfgarten 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Lake Achen - Achensee, Austria; Shutterstock ID 1098341243; purchase_order: SP-1332 HA Batch 2 August 2018; Order: ; client: HomeAway; other: To be paid with HA budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051244/24afc30d-7d22-405c-b418-39d4dfa42c00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Achensee 34 min drive \- 29.4 miles - Hohe Salve Cable Car 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Salvenaland Amusement Park 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles ### Getting around - Hopfgarten im Brixental Station 3 min drive - Innsbruck (INN-Kranebitten) 57 min drive ### Restaurants - Gipfelrestaurant Hohe Salve 32 min drive - Salvena Hopfgarten 11 min walk - Gasthof Oberbräu 9 min walk - Alpengasthof Rigi 25 min drive - Gasthof Lendwirt Westendorf 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift? ### What time is check-in at Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift? ### What time is check-out at Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift? ### Where is Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Holiday home a short distance from the ski lift Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Königsberger 2 Jun 2025 #### Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Moderne wunderschöne Ferienwohnungen, sauber und mit alle ... Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Moderne wunderschöne Ferienwohnungen, sauber und mit allem eingerichtet, was man braucht. Das Haus liegt leicht erhöht am Berg und man schaut auf Hopfgarten. Es steht einem um das Haus herum viel Wiese, Bänke und Tische zur Verfügung. Die Gastgeberin Christine ist mega nett und hat uns herzlich begrüßt. Wir durften uns mit all unseren Fragen und Wünsche jederzeit an sie wenden. DANKE für 4 tolle Tage. ##### Königsberger ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise K. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Entspannter Urlaub in toller Umgebung Sehr schöne, saubere und gepflegte Ferienwohnungen mit einer freundlichen und sehr zuvorkommenden Gastgeberin. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. ##### Denise K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marianne L. 21 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tolle Wohnung mit viel Platz, gute Lage prima ##### Marianne L. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hörnemann 27 Jan 2024 #### Alles super. Wie waren mit 12 Personen und die Wohnungen waren problemlos über eine Durchg ... Alles super. Wie waren mit 12 Personen und die Wohnungen waren problemlos über eine Durchgangstür miteinander verbunden. Der Skibus fährt morgens und nachmittags je 2 mal. Wenn man das Depot nutzt kann man aber auch laufen. ##### Hörnemann This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wolf 10 Jul 2023 #### Ausreichend Platz für alle Ausreichend Platz für alle ##### Wolf This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geluk 6 Feb 2023 #### Sehr sauberes und geräumiges Haus mit einem sehr freundlichen Besitzer. Der Skibus hält 50 ... Sehr sauberes und geräumiges Haus mit einem sehr freundlichen Besitzer. Der Skibus hält 50m vom Haus entfernt und ist in 5 min am Lift in Hopfgarten. 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