Birkeneck 1 (DG), castle view dream holiday apartment
Apartment in Fussen
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this apartment rental
Sunny rooms, breathtaking castle views, balcony with panoramic views, high vaultetd ceilings, spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living. Free WIFI, off-road parking. Lockable garage for your bikes and garden area for your use.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Fussen
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
We had a fabulous stay. The apartment was perfect for our family of 4. Comfortable beds and a good shower. A few restaurants and playgrounds within walking distance. The view of the castles from the deck was so much better than I expected. Wish we had more time here.
4.0 / 5.0
We booked this place because you can see the castle out the window. The apartment itself was great, although looking at the listing it shows photos of all three apartments so it was difficult to identify exactly which one we would be staying in. It didn’t really matter because we were there to see the castles! The key pick up wasn’t super easy, you have to go to a totally different town in the opposite direction from Fussen or Horn-Schwangau where the apartment is. I would suggest getting code locks on the doors so guests can bypass having to go out of the way to pick them up. The owner was great to communicate with but the property manager was spotty in responses. The apartment is a bit remote, with really not a lot of shops etc right around it. The closest bus stop was over 1km away, which would have been okay if we didn’t have only 75 year old mother in tow. It was even further to walk the closest grocery store. I would definitely recommend a car if you are going to stay here if anyone in your group has mobility issues. We did go to the thermal baths across the field on eafternoon and that was lovely, just note, clothing is optional in certain areas so keep that in mind so you aren’t shocked. Final note, the washing machine is not in the apartment, it’s downstairs in the basement, wonderful to have access to but there wasn’t clear details on where it was located so we had to do some investigating to locate it ourselves. Overall, beautiful beautiful location but just a bit more remote than we were expecting.
5.0 / 5.0
This was a clean, comfortable property with more room than expected and a great view.
3.0 / 5.0
We LOVED the view from the balcony. Seeing the Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles, along with the sunsets and thunderstorms behind the mountains was an unmatched experience.
The location was incredibly walkable/bikeable for getting around. Less than 2 miles for anything you need, including some great restaurants and breweries, and you can ride bicycles or ebikes very easily almost everywhere.
The area as a whole is quiet and peaceful. The unit itself is clean, roomy and has almost anything you’d need in an apartment. There was some basic damage when we got there (broken window shade, drywall chipped on a column, etc.), all normal stuff.
Silke, the owner is very sweet and will try to do whatever it takes to make things work.
Our single largest issue was not knowing a lot of the basics up front, ALL OF WHICH could easily be incorporated into the VRBO page.
We are strong advocates for knowing as much as possible up front when we book a place. Hidden fees (not clearly shown at time of booking), can be stressful and in many cases onerous. The short stay fee of 120€ for less than 4 days is located in "House Rules" (not in Additional information about rental rates”), is written in German and requires one to click on "See More". In fact, it is the ONLY part of this particular VRBO location site that does NOT translate. So if you don't speak German, you have to have it translated for you.
The guest fee and hygiene fees weren't mentioned either, and none of the three additional fees were mentioned at check out. ALL the hidden fees (145,5€, representing an approximate 33% increase in the rental) were required to be paid in cash.
The refrigerator turned OFF, not even on low, even though they knew we were coming.
Surprisingly, hand soap was not provided.
Getting on the internet was a fiasco. There were two different networks and we had to move near the front door to access the router which was one floor below. The WIFI was worse than our phone data, so we turned it off.
While there to collect the cash, it was uncomfortably obvious the property manager was casing the apartment to see how we were living in it. The property manager also asked us to shut windows if it's raining. but there is no air conditioning, although in the amenities it says there IS air conditioning. However, that wasn’t an issue when there was a nice breeze.
It also says there’s a dryer, but we couldn’t find one. We did find a drying rack.
5.0 / 5.0
Absolutely loved our stay. It was perfect location just outside of the town but close enough for all adventures. Will definitely be back!
5.0 / 5.0
A fantastic place to stay with amazing views and close to everything!!
5.0 / 5.0
Every aspect of renting this property was smooth and simple. My husband and I enjoyed a week here in May and we loved the location and setup. We stayed on the top level which had many skylights in every room for beautiful natural lighting every day (even on the rainy snowy days we did not feel like it was dark and gloomy inside!) the view off the balcony was breath taking. We loved being in the peaceful neighborhood...far enough from the daily traffic down in the village but close enough to walk to it and explore. Supermarkets were wonderful and easy to use with everything we needed. Even though there were people in the other floors of the house, we rarely saw them or crossed paths because of the way the entrances are setup. It felt very private like we had the whole place to ourselves. The welcome booklet they provided in English was very helpful with all the info we needed about the area. I especially loved waking up and watching the sun rise over the mountains and seeing the beautiful views of the castles and village straight ahead.
5.0 / 5.0
We had an excellent stay, the apartment was ideal for our family of 4. Beautiful view from the balcony and lovely clean apartment. It was walking distance to a few restaurants and the thermal pools. We also enjoyed walking in the area, without having to use a car. Thank you for a lovely holiday.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful
5.0 / 5.0
Everybody in the family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Schwangau; it was a lovely, clean apartment and we found it an excellent base for all our trips out.
The view from the balcony is fantastic!
5.0 / 5.0
Everyone in our family agrees we'd love to come back to the Birkeneck! It is the perfect place from which to base your Bavarian adventure- excellent location, immaculate and comfortable apartment plus Cornelia's detailed knowledge of the area to assist you.
The garden was great for our kids to run around in when we weren't out cycling around the beautiful green lanes. Everything in the kitchen was in perfect working order and the bathroom was spotless. Laundry facilities in the basement meant we could travel light.
We couldn't have asked for a better week of weather in which to be out exploring the villages, castle, lakes and nature trails. Kids loved running around listening to the neighbouring cows' bells ringing and the tree walk.
We're hoping to come back to experience Birkeneck in the snow!
Thank you Silke, you've created a perfect haven in which to relax!
2.5 / 5.0
The appartment at Birkeneck house in Schwangau was a very good choice for us to spend our vacation in Bavaria. A very nice, clean, peacefull and well connected (for those with car, bicycle or on foot) area with planty of options for rest and activities, direct view at mountains and the famous castles, clean, confortable, fully equiped appartment itself, discreet and nice hospitality from the host with a very good information on what is there at the very start - nothing more is needed if we just want to relax and share our joy with our family. We thank you for the opportunity to experience the two weeks visit at Birkeneck house as a base for our vacation.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Fussen?
The average price for a rental in Fussen is $165 per night. This rental is $78 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Birkeneck 1 (DG), castle view dream holiday apartment. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Birkeneck 1 (DG), castle view dream holiday apartment pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Birkeneck 1 (DG), castle view dream holiday apartment?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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