Alpine River Lodge Tiny House - by WÖRTHWHILE

When you arrive at the Alpine River Lodge, you leave everyday life behind at the entrance. The tiny house stands on a generous, fenced property in Rosegg, and the Drava flows behind it.



In around 25 square metres, everything you need for a relaxing holiday is there, just without the baggage. The living area with the comfortable sofa bed and small dining table flows directly into the open kitchenette. There you cook on the induction hob, bake or warm food in the combination oven and microwave, and in the morning the filter coffee machine runs whilst the kettle provides tea. Fridge, crockery, pots and a small stock of spices are provided; there is no dishwasher in the tiny house, but washing up for two to five people remains manageable. Washing machine, tumble dryer and clothes airer make even longer stays uncomplicated.



You sleep in your own bedroom with double bed, wardrobe and blackout curtains. Through the large window you look out into the greenery in the morning. Via stairs you reach the sleeping gallery under the roof, a little adventure for a child, and the sofa bed in the living room provides space for two more guests. So up to five people can be accommodated, ideal for couples, friends or a small family. The modern shower room with glass shower, illuminated mirror, WC and hairdryer completes the house.



The actual living room is outside. On the 27 square metre terrace, a cosy lounge area awaits, next to it a dining table for long evenings, parasols provide shade, and the sun loungers are perfect for reading. The grill and fire pit turn every dinner into a little celebration. In the spacious garden, children play on the climbing tower, whilst adults unwind with a glass of wine on the garden seating area. Because the property is fenced, four-legged friends feel at home too – pets are welcome at the Alpine River Lodge.



A summer day might begin here with a walk along the Drau, where quiet spots by the water can be found between gravel banks and willows. Afterwards, you hop on a bike – you can park the bicycles right at the house – and follow the Drau cycle path towards Velden or into the Rosental. If you prefer to swim, it's only a few kilometres to Lake Wörthersee or Lake Faaker See. In Rosegg itself, there's a wildlife park, the castle with its large hedge maze and a café just around the corner; the supermarket is within walking distance.



Even on cooler days, it remains cosy: the heating provides warmth, on hot summer days the air conditioning cools the living space, and insect screens throughout the house let you sleep undisturbed at night. Smart TV, WiFi, board games and puzzles provide entertainment when it rains outside. In winter, the valley station of Gerlitzen is around twelve kilometres away as the crow flies, and after a day on the slopes, you return to your warm wooden house on the Drau.



The Alpine River Lodge is not a hotel room, but a retreat with plenty of nature all around – for those who appreciate peace, water and wide open spaces and still want to be close to Carinthia's lakes.