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Family House in Russbach 500m from slopes (1Km from lift station)

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If you want snow, we get plenty!
Rural and peaceful setting but also close to shops, restaurants and activities.
Spectacular views from all three balconies!
Spacious balconies to enjoy nature and spectacular views.
Coffee with impressive autumn views.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Russbach
  • Place, Dachstein West Ski Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Horn Cable Car
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Water Park Russbach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salzburg (SZG-W.A. Mozart)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Child Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Family House in Russbach 500m from slopes (1Km from lift station)

Our house is tucked away in the quiet little hamlet of Russbach-Gseng. The village and surrounding area is set amongst some stunning scenery and is a great venue for a memorable holiday. Whether you are looking for a place to get away from it all, an adventure packed holiday or somewhere to enjoy with your family and friends, this is a special place.

The house is about 200m² and the layout is great for two or more families. It consists of:
Ground Floor:
Entrance hall, very large garage (the other is kept locked by owners), boiler room (wood pellet boiler), wash room (recently re-decorated), cellar.
First Floor:
Wide entrance hall, kitchen, larder, sitting room, dining room, double bedroom, twin bedroom (bunk beds), toilet, shower room, 2 large balconies with excellent mountain views.
Second Floor:
Wide landing, two twin bedrooms, double bedroom with access to third balcony, family room (double bed and single), bathroom.
Large garden and several balconies to enjoy the views and mountain air.
WiFi and cable television.


Events Worth Considering:
Christmas Markets and Krampus Parades (Dec)
Balloon Week /'Snow Spectacle' (Jan)
Fasching (Feb)
Gaudiwoche (Mar)
Salzkammergut Trophy mountain biking (July)
Salzburg Festival (Aug)
Bad Goisern Classic (Aug)
Hay Art Festival (end of August)

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Bookings are from Saturday to Saturday unless with specific agreement.

Important information

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Property # 498568
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Russbach am Pass Gschuett

Located in Russbach am Pass Gschuett, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hallstatt Lake and Wolfgangsee. Travelling with kids? Consider Water Park Russbach and Sommerrodelbahn Abtenau. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Russbach

What's nearby

  • Dachstein West Ski Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Horn Cable Car - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Water Park Russbach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hallstatt Lake - 16 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Wolfgangsee - 49 min drive - 54.2 km

Getting around

  • Steeg Gosau Station - 24 min drive
  • Salzburg (SZG-W.A. Mozart) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪JET-BAR - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Franzl Alm - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gösser Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Holzerhütte - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kirchenwirt - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family House in Russbach 500m from slopes (1Km from lift station) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family House in Russbach 500m from slopes (1Km from lift station)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family House in Russbach 500m from slopes (1Km from lift station)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family House in Russbach 500m from slopes (1Km from lift station)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family House in Russbach 500m from slopes (1Km from lift station) located?

This family-friendly Russbach am Pass Gschuett holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Dachstein West Ski Area and Horn Cable Car. Water Park Russbach is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mette K.

Lovely place and spacy house

We had a wonderful vacation, it's a lovely house with a lot of space for everybody.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
We are so pleased you had a good time! Best wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ursula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magic stay

Our stay was fantastic. We really had a great time. The house was perfect for our group (three families). We had a great time skiing, hiking, bob sleighing etc. The neighbour was of great help at any time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2024
I am delighted to hear that you had a great holiday, and I agree that Sepp (our neighbour) is brilliant. Let’s keep in touch about future trips….
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fine great house nearby ski piste

Nice stay in a quiet municipality. Spacious house. Within walking distance of the slopes, but there is also a ski bus nearby. Nice manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar, 2024
I am so pleased you had a good time in our house, and in Russbach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for our workation

We had a lovely month in this house. Very close to the piste (2 minute drive). Great to have so may rooms for our workdays. Don't expect luxury, but everything was good and everything was there.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb, 2024
We are delighted to hear that you had a good stay in our house and look forward to seeing you again in the future perhaps.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and comfortable house near to the ski resort

Great stay for a skiing week in this house. It was very spacious place with many bedrooms, separate eating room, big kitchen and lounge. In the ground floor there are laundry room and huge garage for two cars. It is also place, where you can store all the skiing equipment.The host Alex is very kind and communicative. Neighbour Sepp is also very friendly and "happy2help" person. If you'd like to spend great holidays, definitely go to that place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2023
Really glad to hear you had a great holiday!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Valerie L.

The location of the Balls home in Russbach is great!

The house was perfect for a large family gathering. Except for a couple of mechanical issues our stay was ideal. It is located at the edge of Russbach which gives it the feel of being in the country. A lovely stream is across the street and we had free use of the Wasserpark pool in town everyday because of our rental. We were located in between Abentau's alpine slide and Golling's waterfall on one side and Hallstatt and Gosausee on the east. We enjoyed many outings. The hiking in the area was great. Please be aware that besides once a week garbage pick up, you are responsible for taking your own rubbish away. We found this very inconvenient since we were trying to leave. All in all it was a wonderful rental in a quaint village.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Glad you had a good time and got a feel for Russbach and the area, we think it is great too! New dishwasher, tumble dryer and iron bought this week...along with additional rattan furniture for the balcony at the back (to sit in the shade on those sunny afternoons) brought out from the UK. I hope the advice offered on activities helped with your week.
Verified

8/10 Good

John K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Het was ontvangst was goed geregeld. De accommodatie heeft alles wat je nodig hebt, maar is wel toe aan een update.Geen gebreken, maar verouderd. Wij hebben ons prima vermaakt en een mooie week gehad. Communicatie met de eigenaar is prima.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar, 2026
I am glad you had a great holiday and thank you for sharing the photos; fresh snow and then bluebird days! With best wishes Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janos F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr großzügige Unterkunft, sehr freundliche Unterstützung vom Gastgeber und vom Nachbarn (Sepp)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much, and I am glad you had a super week in the house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr großes rustikales Haus. Leider nur eine Dusche. Wir haben schon öfter in dieser Unterkunft übernachtet. Alles ist vorhanden, was man braucht. Nicht weit zur Piste. Der Verwalter Sepp ist super nett und immer ansprechbar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2026
So glad you had another great week in the house...
Verified

4/10 Poor

Yvonne Veronika F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Die Unterkunft hat eine sehr gute Lage - wirklich nur kurze Strecke bis zum Einstieg ins Skigebiet! Die Wohnung ist sehr geräumig und für eine große Gruppe ausreichend! Der Check-In und die Betreuung durch die vor-Ort-Personen war sehr herzlich und ist mit großem Lob für das Engagement zu beschreiben. Grundsätzlich war auch alles sauber gereinigt. Die Nutzung der Garage ist gerade im Winter sehr vorteilhaft. Negativ ist festzuhalten: Es gibt keine Schränke in den Schlafzimmern und zu wenig Möglichkeiten Kleidung aufzuhängen bzw. unterzubringen. Garederobenplatz ist knapp. Möglichkeiten Skisachen zu trocknen sind nicht vorhanden. Das Bad im oberen Stockwerk ist zum duschen nur für Kinder zu benutzen, durch die Dachschräge ist Duschen für Erwachsene nicht möglich. Die Doppelbetten sind jeweils nur mit eine großen Bettdecke ausgestattet - ist ok, aber gut vorher zu wissen! Die Matratzen sind schon sehr durchgelegen. Insgesamt ist der Gesamteindruck der Wohnung als „in die Jahre gekommen“ zu beschreiben! Der Teppichboden im Flur zeigt deutliche Abnutzungsspuren. Im Bad im unteren Stockwerk wurde die Dusche und das Waschbecken wohl mal gestrichen- die Farbe löst sich jedoch deutlich ab.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2026
I am pleased that you appreciated the size of the house and the way in which you were hosted. It is a pity that the two wardrobes (one on each of the first and second floors) and also the numerous coat hooks in the rooms were not enough for your liking. Most guests use the garage or wash room to dry out ski equipment but the house is not advertised as having such facilities. I am hopeful that the various photographs of the house are accurate (for example the upstairs bathroom is shown and also the bedding is visible). With best wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Vermieter sind sehr nett. Vor Ort war Nachbar Sepp immer hilfsbereit und stand für Fragen zur Verfügung. Das Haus ist für Familien super.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2026
It is lovely to hear that you had a good time, and also that you have already booked again for next year. I look forward to welcoming you in 2027!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davida J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We hebben een hele fijne vakantie gehad, ondanks dat het weer te wensen overliet. Het huis is misschien wat gedateerd, maar het is groot, zowat alles is voorhanden, Sepp is een hele goede gastheer. Wij hebben genoten.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2025
I am so pleased to hear you had a great time. With best wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jochen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super!

Perfektes Haus um mit der Familie Skiurlaub zu machen!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerke L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mooie vakantiewoning

Met totaal 13 personen hebben we een heerlijke tijd gehad in deze woning. Veel ruimte, voor iedereen een plekje.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustikales Haus mit Charm

Das Haus ist sehr großzügig und für den Preis unschlagbar. Es ist schon etwas älter und ein zwei Dinge könnten mal renoviert werden. Für eine Woche Skiurlaub ist es aber super und gemütlich.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb, 2025
Glad you had a good time. See you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Unterkunft

Unser Aufenthalt war grandios. Das Haus hatte alles was wir benötigten, war sehr sauber, allerdings etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber das störte nicht. Unzählige Spiele, einen großen Balkon, Garage, Gebrauchsutensilien wie zb. Müllbeutel, Gewürze uvm. waren vorhanden.Der Nachbar war immer bei Fragen erreichbar und konnte uns jederzeit weiterhelfen.Gerne wieder :)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nils-Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eime Woche Erholung

Wir waren das erste Mal in dieser Unterkunft. Das Haus liegt sehr ruhig an einem Bach. Besonders gut hat uns die grosse Terasse mit Blick auf die Berge gefallen. Insgesamt ist es etwas in die Jahre gekommen und könnte an der ein oder anderen Stelle renoviert werden. Der Empfang von Sepp war herzlich und unkompliziert. In der Nähe gibt es viel zu erleben. Das Naturbad war unser Highlight.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2024
We are glad to hear that you had a really good holiday. Best wishes….
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johannes W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliche Unterkunft

Wir kannten die Unterkunft bereits. Waren letztes Jahr bereits sehr zufrieden. Einige Renovierungen würden vorgenommen. Alles in allem aber weiterhin ein großes Haus im 90 er Charme. Für uns absolut ausreichend mit genügend Platz und kurzer Weg zum Skilift. Wir kommen sicherlich wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2024
Thank you so much for your review, and I am glad to hear you had a good time. I look forward to keeping in touch...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Almuth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr viel Platz

Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit: Erwachsene und Kinder haben es genosssen, so viel Platz zu haben. Die große Terrasse war auch herrlich in der Sonne für groß und klein. Und sehr praktisch ist der große Waschraum im Erdgeschoß, in dem man Schuhe und nasses Gewand gut unterbringen kann. Dass einiges in dem Haus schon recht in die Jahre gekommen ist, hat uns nicht gestört. Einfach zu verbessern wäre aber Folgendes: Mehr Haken oder Stangen in den Badezimmern für Handtücher, sowie Haken, Regale und auch Tische in den Zimmern wären praktisch. Es gibt wenig Platz, wo man Dinge verstauen kann. Auch in der Küche oder im Ess- und Wohnzimmer sind die meisten Laden und Schränke voll. Aber wir haben uns arrangiert und waren mit unserem Aufenthalt und der Betreuung durch Sepp sehr zufrieden.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb, 2024
Ich freue mich zu hören, dass Sie eine schöne Zeit im Haus hatten.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschönes Haus in toller Lage

Wir waren mit 3 Familien in diesem sehr geräumigen Haus und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Alles was man benötigt ist vorhanden. Die Betreuung durch den Hausverwalter Sepp war sehr zuvorkommend und zuverlässig. Ausflugsziele und Wanderungen sind zahlreich vorhanden, mit der Gästekarte auch einige Rabatte möglich. Ausdrückliche Empfehlung!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fijne grote woning, wel enigszins verouderd

Het is een fijne ruime woning voor een grote groep mensen. De ski bus stopt vlakbij maar het lopen naar de piste is zeker ook te doen. Het is een mooi gebied om met de familie te gaan skiën. Er is weinig apres ski aan het einde van de dag, maar daar kiezen wij dan ook niet voor. De woning zelf is fijn maar wel verouderd. Dit mocht bij ons de pret niet drukken, echter is het wel fijn als de veiligheid niet uit het oog wordt verloren. Zelf de douchekop op eenvoudige wijze gerepareerd zodat deze opgehangen kon worden. Ondanks melding vorig jaar geen vernieuwing(en) van badkamer. We komen zeker terug.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. I was not aware that the shower head in the shower room was broken (it seemed to be fine for previous guests) but will certainly look to get that fixed. LIkewise, the bathrooms are due to be refurbished in due course, although there are reasons why this was not done in the last year. Hopefully, you noticed some of the other improvements to the house since your last visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johannes W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine tolle Woche im gemütlichen Ferienhaus

Kommunikation mit Vermieter vorbildlich. Check-in Top! Danke Sepp. Lage perfekt- 2 min mit Auto zur Liftstation. 5 min zu Fuss zum nächsten Restaurant. Haus mit genügend Platz für 3 Familien a 4 Personen. Die Einrichtung ist zwar in die Jahre gekommen. Das hat uns aber nicht wirklich gestört. Der Teppich im oberen Bad sollte vielleicht mal entfernt werden (ziemlich retro;)). Sitzkissen im Essensraum unbedingt mal tauschen. Das ist aber weniger Kritik eher als Hinweis zu verstehen, da wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt haben. Preis-Leistungsverhältnis trotzdem super. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb, 2023
I am delighted you had a good holiday and want to come back. Thank you for your feedback too (the cushions seem to have been damaged by the group that stayed the week before you arrived and are due to be replaced the next time we are out in the house, the carpet in the bathroom will go when the bathroom and shower rooms are renovated).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerrit B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Een ruim en goed ingericht woonhuis. Geschikt voor grote families.

Eigenaar en naast wonende beheerder doen er alles aan om verblijf aangenaam te maken. Huis wordt langzamerhand vernieuwd, maar zeker met kleine kinderen is dit geen probleem. Zeer goed bevallen, als vrij is zouden we zeker weer komen.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb, 2023
Glad you had a great holiday, and it is always great to hear that Sepp and Annemarie were so helpful; they really are superstars!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Hütte für einen Skiurlaub

Vielen Dank für den tollen Urlaub!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb, 2023
Thank you for your review. I am delighted that you and your group had a lovely holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique

Grand, spacieux, très agréable et facile d'accès ! On voit que c'est un chalet appartenant à une famille, car il n'a pas le côté impersonnel que l'on rencontre dans d'autres locations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2022
I am so pleased that you had a great holiday in the house. It was a pleasure liaising with you to help make your plans work and you are welcome back anytime.....

About the host

Hosted by Alex & Lucy Balls

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We are both teachers in independent schools. We have three sons and the house is very much our holiday house. We have a love of the mountains, both for skiing and summer fun of walking, mountain biking, swimming in lakes etc etc (and, of course, climbing for Alex!).

Why they chose this property

The location, being on the outskirts of a traditional village but also so close to the lifts of the Dachstein West. The space inside also allows for everyone to get on with whatever they are doing without feeling too cramped.

What makes this property unique

A traditional house in the very friendly village of Russbach. It is in a quiet location but also only five hundred metres from the bottom of the nearest nearest slope and only one kilometre from the Hornbahn Ski Station. The house has plenty of space for two or more families to stay together without getting in each other's way. As for the summer, there is so much to do: active adventure in the mountains, fun for the children, culture in adundance or just relax and unwind on one of the balconies and admire the views!!!

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