Grundlers
WHAT?
One of the most beautiful things about countryside living is waking up with the sun and bird song, and watching as the morning light changes the sky from a dusty pink to bright blue. Even better, is when one of Germany’s warmest lakes is just a 3-minute stroll from your front door, perfect for a refreshing morning plunge, and know you’re coming home to a simple-yet-wholesome breakfast, served at one of the region’s most stylish farmhouses.
Grundlers, named for its owners Paul and Christina Grundler, is a 100-year-old working farm, which is paving the way for change in the industry. The family farm, which was taken over by Paul and Christian a few decades ago, was redesigned to be sustainably-minded, and with this transformation, the former guesthouse was revamped into a modern, bright space that entices guests to come and make themselves at home.
The individually designed apartments, housed in the former farmhouse, are bright and lofty. They are heavily influenced by northern Italian style, but effortlessly blend local craftsmanship of traditional wooden furniture and cast iron features. A highlight is the open-plan kitchen at the heart of the farmhouse, where guests can commune to share breakfast each morning. The hardest thing you’ll have to do here is decide which of the many gorgeous parts of Bavaria you’ll explore that day.
WHY?
I fell in love because...
- The 100+ year old farmhouse has been carefully and beautifully modernised by local craftsmen; the blend of old and new is special
- You’ll want for nothing here; owners Paul and Christina have gone out of their way to create a space that feels like a (very luxurious!) home-from-home
You must...
- Explore the stunning region near both Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Füssen - expect mountains, gorges and crystal-clear lakes
- Hang out in the garden and play boules, Grundlers has its own court
You might dislike...
- The a la carte breakfast is a simple affair (bread, croissants, tea and coffee), but the impressive communal kitchen makes whipping up extras to go with it is a pleasure
- To make the most of the gorgeous surrounding area, a car is recommended but not essential
WHO?
Introducing Paul and Christina!
“Wörthsee is our home, and the farm has been in the family for a long time. We started to transform our farm to using organic farming processes more than 20 years ago, including installing regenerative energy sources. As part of that, we had the idea to convert the existing guesthouse into a sustainable, special holiday escape.”
They love…
“The apartments are a labour of love. Thanks to the support of a small planning team from Süd Tyrol and countless, great craftsmen from the region, we converted the Grundler-Hof, a 100-year-old farm, into the GRUNDLERS guesthouse on the lake. We could not be prouder.”
Paul and Christina’s insider tips
- Take a stroll through our kitchen garden, and discover various berry bushes, as well as apple, pear and apricot trees - please help yourself!
- Go hiking through the Pähler Schlucht gorge or through the beautiful Kiental valley to the Andechs Monastery, where the monks brew their own beer
- Enjoy the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets over the sparkling water on the jetties of the Raabe lido
- There are a lot of great restaurants in the village and surrounding area; let us know what you’re in the mood for and we’re happy to advise
Grundlers
"We spent our girls holiday with a total of 5 children at Grundlers for the second time and it was just perfect again. The large shared kitchen, beautiful rooms, the proximity to the lake and warm hosts - we love it and will be back!"
THE
ESSENTIALS
- Need to know: There’s a 4-night-stay minimum. A low-season flat rate can be provided on request, and prices may vary during the Oktoberfest, trade fairs and public holidays.
- Sleeping arrangements: There are 10 apartments for 2-4, each with an individual layout.
- Bathroom set up: All apartments have their own bathroom.
- Food: A simple-but-delicious breakfast is served in the mornings in the large communal kitchen. Each guest also has their own personal cooking facilities in the kitchen, including their own hobs, refrigerator and storage compartment. There’s a terrace for outdoor eating and a BBQ guests can use. Seasonal culinary events and cooking courses with Artculinaire-Engelmeier can be booked on request. There are numerous restaurants, cafes and supermarkets in the surrounding area.
- For families: Those with children are more than welcome, and several of the apartments are well laid out for families. There are also Tripp Trapp children's chairs, a full shelf with children's books, and numerous games for little ones.
- On-site equipment: There’s a well-stocked bookshelf, including travel guides to Munich, the Fünfseenland and the mountain region. There are also various games, such as Ludo, Phase 10, UNO, Dominos and card games. In the garden, there’s a boules court, and each apartment has its own iPad.
- Help: Paul and Christina live on site, and will be on hand should you need.
- Remember to pack:
- Pets: Pets are not allowed.
- Sustainability: Grundlers was founded on sustainability principles, and significant work has been put into transforming the entire farm into an ecologically sustainable ecosystem. For instance, there’s a large photovoltaic system, wood chip heating, an eV charging station, and regionally produced energy. Additionally, Grundlers an active organic farm with "Naturland '' membership and a long-time supporter of "Plant for the planet". There’s also a large bee meadow in front of the house, and a garden with bee-friendly plants.
WHERE?
Grundlers is located in Wörthsee, in Bavaria.
You can easily drive, and there’s on-site parking.
It’s incredibly easy to get here by public transport. Simply head to Munich by train, and then jump on the S Bahn to Steinebach. From there, it’s less than 1km to Grundlers front door.
