The Best Villas to Rent in Austria for Your Vacation

Located 1,054m (3,458ft) above sea level in the breathtaking Zillertal, these mountain chalets and treehouses leave guests immersed in nature. The three TreeLofts sleep two each, while the chalets are ideal for groups. Fir, larch, and pine create cosiness, as do antiques and bathtubs with mountain views. Breakfast on organic jams, seasonal fruits, and tasty farmhouse eggs before a day on the slopes. The Hochzillertal Cable Car and Hochzillertal ski resort are within an easy 15-minute drive.

This eco-friendly traditional alpine hotel will welcome you with open log fires, a cosy spa, and rooms with wooden feature walls and modern furniture. Although in the centre of St Johann, the hotel’s beautifully landscaped garden has views of the Kitzbühel ski area, the Kitzbüheler Horn, and Wilder Kaiser Mountain, eight minutes away by car. Sip a glass of warming red wine by the open fire before a session in the sauna.

Staying in the popular holiday resort of Ellmau puts you close to the Wilder Kaiser mountains as well as picturesque meadows and wooded hills slightly further south. The town itself is just a short walk away, while the closest ski lift is under a kilometre on foot. If you have a car, the villages of Kitzbühel, Scheffau, and Söll are within easy reach. Although with a Jacuzzi and roof-top terrace, urban-slick kitchen, and alpine-chic interiors, you may struggle to leave the villa.

If you’re travelling with your family, you’ll adore this villa close to a water park as well as beautiful Lake Weissensee, where you can cycle, swim or hike. You’re also tantalisingly close to Skiarena Nassfeld ski resort, and with easy access to the nearby mountains, the location is ideal for lovers of nature and photography. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the alpine view you can admire from red leather sofas or the wooden sun terrace.

Nestled high in the Alps, with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, this peaceful accommodation is perfect for escaping city life. Close to the Lech Zürs ski area, these alpine-meets-urban chalets include a two-bedroom option with a cinema and another sleeping eight with a sauna and decked relaxation space. An idyllic hideaway for summer or winter as the scenery is lovely at any time of the year.

This boutique beauty in Sankt Georgen am Kreischberg has easy access to Obermurau Castle and Finstergruen Castle, as well as a Kreischberg ski resort. Only a short walk from a forest, you can rise and take a gentle morning walk before a laid-back outdoor breakfast on the terrace in summer. A perfect mix of modern comforts and traditional outdoor pursuits, enjoy nature from the comfort of soothing rooms with knotted pine walls and floors while kitchens are firmly 21st century.

This trio of chalets near the Kitzsteinhorn ski area blends contemporary ski-lodge style – sleek wooden beds and tiled terraces for sipping chilled wine – with traditional saunas (in Chalets A & B). If you’re away with your family, Maiskogel Play Park is nearby as well as Maisi Flitzer, Salzburg’s first Alpine roller coaster with waves, jumps and a roundabout. The town centre is also a short walk, great for those looking to mix self-catering with visits to local restaurants.

Close to Gesaeuse National Park and the Great Scheibelsee Lake, this chalet is ideal for nature enthusiasts. Just a short walk away from pretty lakeside picnic spots, this spot is also close to a popular skiing area. After a day spent hiking, warm up those muscles in the infrared sauna and Jacuzzi. With a beautiful terrace, warm fire, and elegant wooden furnishings, you’re bound to enjoy the blend of rustic activity with all the comforts of home.

This pine-lined chalet in Styria is a good base for skiers with resorts and ski lifts running only 200m (656ft) away. Elegant wooden features mix with a modern wood-burning stove, keeping things cosy after a day in the snow. The area is also famed for its thermal baths and hiking trails. A slightly elevated property, its terrace offers excellent mountain views, and the chalet also has a fireplace and large dining area for indulgent meals with family or friends.