The apartment is located in the secluded and quite town of Rauris-Worth surrounded by the stunning idyllic scenery of mountains, waterfalls, hills and lakes. Rauris is about 3,120 ft above sea level and sits at the bottom of the Sonnblick group of mountains in the heart of the Nationalpark Hohe Tauern. With an area of about 1,834 square kilometres (708 sq mi), it is by far the largest of Austria's seven national parks as well as the largest nature reserve in the Alps.

The Grossglockner, Austria’s highest peak at 3,798 metres above sea level, resides in splendour above a sea of three hundred 3,000 m peaks, waiting to receive visitors from all over the world. More than 10,000 animal species and 1,800 plants have found the perfect refuge amidst the Hohe Tauern Mountains.

Whether winter or summer, this is perfect for a weekend away or a long holiday to get away from the world.

Rauris has (62km) of skiing; 32km of groomed pistes up to 2200m plus a further 30km of stunning country skiing to tackle. Dorfgastein is approximately 15 minutes away by car (or bus) and the Gastein Valley has 198km of ski runs to explore up to 2686m. Zell am See; Kaprun is also close by with a further 408km up to 3029m above sea level including links to the Ski Circus. This is a world renowned region.

It is a top-floor apartment, with its own private and secure entrance. The chalet apartment covers 92sq.m (990 sqft) internally plus two large balconies giving open mountain views on both sides. Three large double bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan living/dining room with a fully equipped kitchen area and wood burning stove. The utility room with washing machine and separate dryer provides room for storing outdoor clothes and boots. Home comforts include TV and DVD player, CD player with iPod dock, second TV with Playstation and children's videos, variety of board games, books and DVDs. (TV - limited channels, English and German). Internet available if required at no additional cost. The rental cost includes all heating, linen and towels.

End of stay cleaning charge of 125Euro is payable locally on departure. There is a new local village shop in Worth 40 meter from the apartment and well-stocked local supermarkets in Rauris which provide a wide choice. A further village shop in Bucheben, just 5 minutes drive up the valley, has all the essentials, with fresh milk and bread and is also open on Sunday mornings.

For eating out, the well-known Gasthof Andrelwirt and Gusto restaurants in Worth provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a wide choice of restaurants in nearby Rauris. The free ski bus and local post buses provide a reliable service within the valley, stopping 20m from the door.

Our apartment is light and spacious, perfect for spending time with the family but with enough room to find a quiet retreat. It is airy in summer and cosy in winter with electric central heating and a wood burning stove inclusive. There are plenty of child-friendly activities provided and fully enclosed balconies ensure safety. There is a car parking space in the large courtyard at the rear of the property and private bike storage is available. Rauris has two well-stocked supermarkets, two bakeries, one with a coffee shop, and various clothing and outdoor sports shops. Bank with ATM, a post office and tourist information office, (where you can buy teh Salzburgerland Karte which gives free access and discounts for many attractions).

There is a visitors' centre for the National Park Hohe Tauern attached to the town hall. Coach tours of the surrounding valleys operate from the town centre. Rauris has many hotel bars and restaurants offering a wide variety of food and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Salzburg airport, which is served by the low cost airlines, is just over one hour's drive away. The nearest train station with direct services to Salzburg and Innsbruck is just 10km from the apartment and can be reached with the local Postbus or taxis. Car hire is recommended but not essential as public transport is very efficient. The medieval town of Rauris and the ski lift station are 4km from the apartment.

Salzburg is approximately 85km and Munich airport 220km.