Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn
Explore Vienna – and enjoy coming home afterwards Just a 15-minute walk from Schönbrunn Palace, Livienna is a spacious 80 m² apartment on the first floor of a Viennese period building dating from 1872. You will be staying in a quiet residential neighbourhood in western Vienna, while the city centre is still within easy reach by underground. What makes the apartment special is its combination of authentic Viennese character, generous space and a surprising amount of greenery. High ceilings, herringbone parquet flooring, original double doors and decorative stucco reflect the history of the house, while modern comforts make both shorter and longer stays easy and enjoyable.
A favourite spot overlooking the gardens The glazed, west-facing loggia is the heart of the apartment. Its large dining table is a lovely place for breakfast, planning the day, reading or simply looking out over the surrounding gardens. From around midday until sunset, this side of the house enjoys the afternoon and evening sun. Air conditioning in summer and underfloor heating in winter make the loggia comfortable throughout the year – an inviting place to spend a few quiet hours after a long day exploring Vienna.
Sleeping & living The separate bedroom has a king-size bed, ample storage and blackout blinds. A double sofa bed in the living room accommodates a third and fourth guest. A travel cot and high chair are available free of charge for young children on request. Both the living room and bedroom face a quiet, lightly trafficked side street. Tower fans are provided in both rooms during the summer months. The spacious living room features a Smart TV, cable TV and surround sound, as well as books and a small workspace with fast Wi-Fi. During the cooler months, the fireplace adds a particularly cosy atmosphere. A starter supply of firewood will be waiting for you on arrival.
A kitchen made for more than breakfast The fully equipped Poggenpohl kitchen is ideal for guests who enjoy cooking while travelling. It includes an electric hob, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, together with a generous selection of cookware, crockery and glassware. There is also a Nespresso machine, filter coffee maker, kettle and toaster. Coffee, tea and a selection of spices are provided to get you started.
Bathroom & practical comforts The renovated bathroom features a rain shower and hand shower, with the toilet located in the bathroom. Towels, a hairdryer, shampoo and shower gel are provided. There is also a washing machine, along with a small supply of detergent – particularly convenient if you are staying in Vienna for more than just a few days.
Garden & pool – in the middle of Vienna Behind the house lies a large green area that you would hardly expect when looking at the building from the street. Guests are welcome to share the garden, with seating areas, sun loungers and an electric barbecue. From May until the end of September, you can also enjoy the heated 3 × 5 metre pool free of charge. A counter-current system even allows you to swim properly. During the pool season, it can generally be used outside the usual daytime hours as well, provided that nighttime quiet hours are respected. For families, we can provide pool noodles and swimming aids free of charge if needed.
Walk to Schönbrunn – reach central Vienna with ease Livienna is located in a residential neighbourhood in western Vienna: • Schönbrunn Palace, palace gardens & zoo: approx. 15 minutes on foot • Vienna Museum of Science and Technology: approx. 15 minutes on foot • Underground station: approx. 8 minutes on foot, followed by around 10 minutes to Karlsplatz/Opera • Supermarket: approx. 7 minutes on foot • Restaurants and cafés: approx. 5–15 minutes on foot You can start the morning with a walk towards Schönbrunn, spend the day exploring Vienna's museums, architecture, cafés and cultural attractions – and later return to a peaceful residential neighbourhood with views of the gardens.
Who is Livienna particularly suited to? For couples who want to experience more than just Vienna's sights: if opera, museums, architecture and coffee houses are part of your trip, but you would rather return to a spacious apartment than a hotel room in the evening, Livienna offers both. For longer stays, 80 m² of space, plenty of storage, a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine and year-round loggia make everyday life comfortable and uncomplicated. In winter, the heated loggia and fireplace become cosy places to retreat after a day in the city. In summer, families particularly appreciate coming home from Schönbrunn, the zoo or the city centre and finding the garden and pool waiting for them – with no need to plan yet another activity.
Pets are welcome too One medium-sized or two small pets – dogs or cats – are welcome by prior arrangement. An additional cleaning fee of €7 per pet per night applies. A park with a designated dog area is about an 8-minute walk away.
A Viennese house with history – and a living craft tradition Our period house dates from 1872 and has been in the family for four generations. We live in the house ourselves. Traditional woodcarving has also been part of our lives for around 15 years. What began as a personal passion for this old craft developed into our woodcarving workshop, where we also teach courses. So you will not be staying in an anonymous apartment building, but in a lived-in Viennese home with a history and character of its own.
Good to know – so you can decide whether Livienna is right for you We prefer our guests to know the particular features of the apartment before booking: • The apartment is on the first floor. There are approximately 24 steps to reach it – four at the entrance to the building and another 20 or so to the upper floor. There is no lift, and the building is not wheelchair accessible. • There is one separate bedroom, which is accessed through the living room. The sofa bed in the living room accommodates the third and fourth guest. • Air conditioning is available only in the glazed loggia. Portable tower fans are provided in the living room and bedroom during summer. • The garden and pool are shared with us. Multi-day woodcarving courses take place approximately once or twice a month. On those days, course participants may also use the garden and pool between 9 am and 6 pm. Curtains can be drawn across the loggia for additional privacy. • Smoking is not permitted inside the apartment; smoking is allowed in the garden. LiVienna is therefore particularly suitable for guests who appreciate the personal atmosphere of a lived-in home. If you are looking for a completely secluded holiday property with an exclusively private garden and pool, another accommodation may be a better fit.
Many of the little things are already here for you There is no need to buy or bring everything for your first few days. A welcome drink and slippers, coffee and tea, spices and a starter supply of Nespresso capsules are provided, along with shampoo and shower gel, dishwasher tablets and some laundry detergent. Bed linen, towels and fast Wi-Fi are, of course, included. A starter supply of firewood is provided for the fireplace; additional firewood is available for a small charge.
Parking A garage is available at an additional cost and is located about a five-minute walk from the apartment. The price varies and is currently around €9.90 per day. For easy access, we provide a prepared smartphone with the required app for the duration of your stay.
Experience Vienna. And have a special place to come home to. Livienna combines generous space, Viennese history and a little piece of greenery outside the window – for guests who want to enjoy exploring Vienna and look forward to coming home afterwards.
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About the area
Vienna
Penzing, a neighbourhood in Vienna, is home to this apartment. Hofburg Imperial Palace and Vienna State Opera are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Vienna Christmas Market and Naschmarkt. Travelling with kids? Consider Schönbrunn Zoo and Schönbrunn Palace Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Does Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn?
As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn on 15 Mar 2027 start from £408, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Livienna – Viennese period charm with garden, pool & fireplace near Schönbrunn located?
Located in Penzing, this family-friendly Vienna apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Mariahilfer Street and Schönbrunn Palace. Schönbrunn Palace Park and Schönbrunn Zoo are also within 15 minutes. Linzer Straße/Reinlgasse Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and Penzing S-Bahn is 6 minutes.
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Andrea's apartment was lovely - from the beautiful window boxes to the room over the back garden. It was spotless, elegant and in a great location. The swimming pool access was a real lifesaver in the heat.
One of the loveliest, most comfortable, and best-equipped places we have ever rented. It’s in a beautiful neighborhood and is just a short walk to Shonbrunn Palace as well as the subway which runs to the city center. It is a calm oasis after a busy day in downtown Vienna. An added bonus: several great restaurants near by.
Great place, very comfortable, equipped with everything you'd need. We didn't get to try the pool as the weather was a bit cool but the back yard is very inviting.Apartment is close to the Shonbrunn Palace and I'll stronly advise that you should walk the grounds even if you don't tour the palace. Great views of Vienna from the top. The U metro is 10 min walk so very easy to go into the city.Host Andrea is very nice and welcoming.Definitely would stay again next time we visit Vienna.
This apartment is beautifully appointed and in a perfect location . The host is on site and is quick to answer questions and provide any information needed. We would definitely stay again.
The property was perfect for our trip and to be in Vienna during the holidays. It was exactly as pictured and provided a comfortable and cozy stay. The apartment is close to a grocery store, transit and a 15 min walk to the Schonbrunn Palace. Would stay here again and recommend it to anyone traveling to Vienna!
Lovely apartment in excellent location with wonderful pool
This was a fantastic place to stay in Vienna. The apartment itself was so spacious and clean and lovely - even nicer than in the photos. It’s ver6 well equipped and its in a great location - walk to Schönbrunn and easy train into town centre. Supermarket and good restaurant in close walking distance too. Andrea and Franz were perfect hosts. We’d absolutely recommend this place to anyone.
Lovely peaceful apartment, beautiful artwork, pool. Walking distance to Schonbrunn, supermarket, tram to innerstadt. Clean apartment with well appointed kitchen. Large bedroom and lounge. The dining room has a lovely garden view.The hosts are very warm and friendly. We stayed four nights as our daughter sang in great Vienna concert halls.
The flat was spacious and lovely and included many helpful amenities. Kind, prompt, and courteous communication with the host was wonderful. The location was convenient to public transportation. I would absolutely book again!!!
The apartment is exceptional, very specious, stylish and clean.The location is very nice, not far from the main attractions, 10 minutes walk to Schönbrunn palace and park.It's about 15 min train ride from the centre of the city. We found transportation system in Vienna exceptionally convenient and comfortable. Would be happy to come back sometimes to Vienna and this apartment.
Great, like on photos, accommodation. Neighbourhood has restaurants and supermarket nearby. Host very friendly, have their own wood carving company. All supplies are present. Overall great experience and return worthy✌️👋
This was our second time at this lovely property and it didn't disappoint. All very familiar and convenient for transport links to explore different parts of Vienna. A bonus to have the pool and on site parking. Comment on the change from our previous visit - there was plenty of room to have installed a larger shower but it served its purpose.
Apartment was spotlessly clean and very comfortable with everything we needed for our week in Vienna. It was even more spacious than we thought and the open/closed balcony is a great place to eat and chill. This is an ideal location for tourists who like to get a sense of neighbourhood living whilst being very close to all forms of transport. Two excellent restaurants and supermarket close by. Super hosts who were unobtrusive but available if required.
If we could give more than 5 stars we would! This has been our 4th trip to Vienna our first staying here. It was the biggest and most comfortable yet. It is in a quite area yet easily accessible to transit, shopping and Schönbrunn Palace. Having a toddler visit us daily was easy as there was lots of room for him to play. The kitchen was a bonus as we prepared most meals at home. Above all the hosts Andrea and Franz were wonderful people that were always available to answer any questions we had. Undoubtedly, our best accommodation in Vienna. We hope we will be fortunate to stay here again.
The apartment was perfectly located. Walking distance to Schloss Schonbrunn, the Heitzing U-Bahn station and tram stop and a supermarket. The apartment itself was very spacious for the three of us and was very well equipped particuarly the kitchen. We visited in December and so it was lovely to come home to a nice warm appartment each evening. Public transport is very easy in Vienna. We bought weekly tickets for €17.10 and used the U Bahn everyday to get into the city centre. It was sometimes busy, but never packed (like you get in London) and we never had to wait more than 6 minutes for a train.
We loved Vienna and this apartment and would definitely come again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
cathy p.
6 Dec 2018
Who could ask for anything more?
My husband & I rented this apartment for 9 nights in late November. It is spacious, spotlessly clean, bright and extremely well equipped. The bed is very comfortable and the bedding of hotel quality. Situated on a quiet street in an owner-occupied building, the street is safe for walking at night (even for a not so young woman walking alone). 5-10 minute walk to 4 major transportation hubs (UBahn, Strassenbahn & busses and the Schnellbahn). I have been in the vacation home rental business for some years and have looked at hundreds of photos and the actual houses/flats represented in them. It is rare to see a property that delivers what the photos show and much more that they don't.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Dear Cathy, thank you very much for your review. It was a pleasure to have you here.
Andrea
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