8/10 Good
christian b.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bled
christian b.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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A traditional farmhouse vibe! Modern living with a rustic twist. For lovers of the great outdoors!
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 610.8 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Zasip, Gorenjska
- Bled Castle6 min drive
- Lake Bled8 min drive
- Vintgar Gorge14 min drive
- Ljubljana (LJU-Joze Pucnik)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A traditional farmhouse vibe! Modern living with a rustic twist. For lovers of the great outdoors!
PERFECT for family groups or two to three couples seeking the peace and tranquillity of village life, with forest, hillside and riverside walks from the doorstep.
RELAX in a centuries-old, traditional farm house, that oozes character. With the added benefit of having the top facilities of Slovenia’s premier tourist destinations within easy reach!
The owners will not be at the house during guest stays.
The Alpine Retreat is sited in a well serviced village, with shop and restaurant / bar. Located beside the church at the heart of the old farming village of Zasip, you will feel at the centre of village comings and goings.
Sat on a ridge with commanding southerly views, and Bled Castle in clear view, you are just a few kilometres from Lake Bled, with all its tourist facilities, yet being in Zasip, on the doorstep of some wonderful countryside, you feel more in touch with the local way of life.
There are some amazing walks nearby, including a circuit to Vintgar Gorge, which is within easy striding distance of the doorstep.
With the exception of the basement boiler room and secure store rooms, guests will have access to the whole house.
The Alpine Retreat is both our second home and a professionally managed holiday rental apartment. For you this means that you can expect to find everything you need for a comfortable stay with the reassurance that help is close at hand should the need arise.
Although there are bus and train services from the village the use of a car, to explore the area's wonders, is recommended.
This house is in a quiet village setting and is therefore not suitable for noisy groups. It is best for families or respectful adults who enjoy forest and hillside walls from the doorstep, wild swimming in the nearby lakes, or simply relaxing in the garden and taking in the magnificent mountain backdrop.
RELAX in a centuries-old, traditional farm house, that oozes character. With the added benefit of having the top facilities of Slovenia’s premier tourist destinations within easy reach!
The owners will not be at the house during guest stays.
The Alpine Retreat is sited in a well serviced village, with shop and restaurant / bar. Located beside the church at the heart of the old farming village of Zasip, you will feel at the centre of village comings and goings.
Sat on a ridge with commanding southerly views, and Bled Castle in clear view, you are just a few kilometres from Lake Bled, with all its tourist facilities, yet being in Zasip, on the doorstep of some wonderful countryside, you feel more in touch with the local way of life.
There are some amazing walks nearby, including a circuit to Vintgar Gorge, which is within easy striding distance of the doorstep.
With the exception of the basement boiler room and secure store rooms, guests will have access to the whole house.
The Alpine Retreat is both our second home and a professionally managed holiday rental apartment. For you this means that you can expect to find everything you need for a comfortable stay with the reassurance that help is close at hand should the need arise.
Although there are bus and train services from the village the use of a car, to explore the area's wonders, is recommended.
This house is in a quiet village setting and is therefore not suitable for noisy groups. It is best for families or respectful adults who enjoy forest and hillside walls from the doorstep, wild swimming in the nearby lakes, or simply relaxing in the garden and taking in the magnificent mountain backdrop.
Property manager
Stuart
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 2415348000
About the area
Bled
Located in Bled, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Triglav National Park and Lake Bled.
Zasip, Gorenjska
What's nearby
- Bled Castle - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
- St. Martin's Parish Church - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
- Lake Bled - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
- Church of Sv Marika Bozja - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
- Vintgar Gorge - 14 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- George Best Bar - 5 min drive
- Gostilna Kurej - 5 min walk
- Rock Bar Bled - 6 min drive
- Kavarna Park - 7 min drive
- Devil Caffe & Bar - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mark T.
6 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place to stay
Mark T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
4/10 Poor
Judith M.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surprised
Judith M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Kirsten R.
31 Jul 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice house with a mouse
Kirsten R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pascale P.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle découverte de la région de Bled et des alentours
Pascale P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristina P.
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gemütliches haus
Kristina P.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aur M.
19 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentieke woning met veel ruimte
Aur M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joachim K.
2 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr gut
Joachim K.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Claudia D.
15 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Bauernhaus
Claudia D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gabriele B.
25 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zasip ist ein schön gelegener kleiner Ort. Dort hat man seine Ruhe
Gabriele B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Martina S.
24 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wie beschrieben und sehr nett
Martina S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rolf S.
5 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr zu empfehlen
Rolf S.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Sarah F.
10 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and beautiful setting
Sarah F.
10/10 Excellent
Kim R.
5 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Respite in the country
Kim R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
6/10 Okay
Vanessa P.
24 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday home in Zasip
Vanessa P.
10/10 Excellent
michael v.
10 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good location
michael v.
8/10 Good
Christian W.
9 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nettes , geräumiges Haus
Christian W.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
ANDREAS S.
23 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustikale Ferienwohnung
ANDREAS S.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Marianne G.
12 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Village house
Marianne G.
10/10 Excellent
Petra A.
3 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family house not far from the touristic village Bled
Petra A.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Colin B.
1 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a perfect location.
Colin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jo C.
23 May 2019
Amazing Place to Stay
Jo C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Christopher B.
19 May 2019
Good family place
Christopher B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Anastasia v.
26 Aug 2018
Fantastic !!
Anastasia v.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
6/10 Okay
Suzie C.
16 Aug 2018
Very charming rustic nostalgic property. The area is like going back in time and very beautiful.
Suzie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Stuart
As a structural enginer I have always wanted to either build my own house or do a full-on renovation. When my daughter was born I realised that my available time and cash could both only shrink and that it was now or never!
As soon as I saw Lake Bled and had explored the local area I knew that it had to be now! With spectacular scenery, an understatedly classy feel and outdoor adventures all year round, I knew I would want to keep coming back. On top of that the food was good, the beer cold and the people warm.
With my daughter now 17 years old we have found the area to be great for both young children and teenagers. There are lots of short yet beautiful walks to do in summer, paddling with the fish is unforgettable and in winter the smaller nearby low-level ski slopes are ideal for starting out or having the thrill of a toboggan ride without the need to spend a full day in the mountains. The local pools have great baby areas with warmer water and toys provided. What more could you ask for. Oh yes, Spring is glorious with an explosion of mountain flowers and and kicking through heaps of dry aurtumn leaves is always a wonderful experience.
As soon as I saw Lake Bled and had explored the local area I knew that it had to be now! With spectacular scenery, an understatedly classy feel and outdoor adventures all year round, I knew I would want to keep coming back. On top of that the food was good, the beer cold and the people warm.
With my daughter now 17 years old we have found the area to be great for both young children and teenagers. There are lots of short yet beautiful walks to do in summer, paddling with the fish is unforgettable and in winter the smaller nearby low-level ski slopes are ideal for starting out or having the thrill of a toboggan ride without the need to spend a full day in the mountains. The local pools have great baby areas with warmer water and toys provided. What more could you ask for. Oh yes, Spring is glorious with an explosion of mountain flowers and and kicking through heaps of dry aurtumn leaves is always a wonderful experience.
Why they chose this property
The Alpine Retreat, named by a friend, was the first property I viewed and I immediately saw that it offered me a great opportunity to indulge in my own 'Grand Design'.. Looking beyond its run down condition, I instantly knew the house was special for reasons beyond its age, charm and wonderful location. My neighbours were immediately welcoming, and it is always a pleasure to catch up when I manage to take a holiday myself, but I am sure they thought I was mad for buying such a rundown place. However, after five years of incremental and some quite major works, the interior has been transformed, and I can at last enjoy the house for what it has become. The original rooms have been upgraded whilst maintaining their character and the upstairs area, once open for storing crops, now houses two bedrooms, a bathroom and new windows that have opened up some spectacular views.
What makes this property unique
I bought the house and undertook the refurbishment with the intention of creating a family holiday home and really only considered renting to holiday-makers after all the hard work was done. So, with all the fittings, fixtures and furnishings, it really is a home from home for all to enjoy.
The warm notes from our guests, of thanks and appreciation of the house and the area, have made sharing our house a pleasure, something I think shows in our personal approach.
We are a family that likes to explore and, remarkably even after years of visiting, we are still discovering new places. Many of our favourites are included in the house folder so our guests can get straight to the local top spots.
The warm notes from our guests, of thanks and appreciation of the house and the area, have made sharing our house a pleasure, something I think shows in our personal approach.
We are a family that likes to explore and, remarkably even after years of visiting, we are still discovering new places. Many of our favourites are included in the house folder so our guests can get straight to the local top spots.
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