Smiley Fluss Chalet
- Country House
About Us
Enjoy a perfect holiday with or without your family directly on the banks of the wild and romantic
Lieser river that runs through the mountainous landscape of western Carinthia. Sports enthusiasts, best agers, nature lovers, dog friends, artists or philosophers: Look forward to a central location and yet quiet idyllic spot in nature that offers the relaxation that you deserve.
Since July 2018, Smileys river chalet (which used to be a historic road keeper’s house) stands out thanks to unique, luxurious amenities. These high-quality interiors include wash basins made of stone, themed bedrooms, organic wood-fired ovens and a harmonic blend of modern and alpine styles.
The marvellous view of the Lieser river is the icing on the cake. You’re surrounded by pure nature. The ambience will give you a feeling of comfort and well-being in no time.
In case the weather thwarts your plans, you can simply come to our “Smileys Kinderhotel”, a few steps from the chalet. There, you can enjoy our romantic spa area, massages, spa treatments, saunas, indoor pool, kids’ pool, gym, childcare, indoor playground and our other facilities.
The peculiar garden that surrounds the Smiley River Chalet is an inviting place to relax and unwind - with a stone building and a witch’s hat barbecue, a Lieser river lounge with driftwood lounger, a stone fountain or our favourite spot in the orchard. For those who have a hard time or don’t like doing nothing,
we have created diverse fields of activity such as chopping wood in the wooden box, gardening with our gardening tools or panning for gold on the banks of the Lieser river.
About Us
Indian Summer, Winter Feelings and Spring Awakening
In late autumn and winter, when the temperatures drop, our River Chalet is the ideal place to relax and unwind. When you listen to the fire crackling in the oven and look at the calm river, when you sit on the terrace wrapped up in a warm blanket and read a good book, when you take in the beautiful forest and river view displaying the colours of autumn or winter ... then, you don’t want to be anywhere else but here. Sometimes, you can even spot wildlife and get an unforgettable glimpse of western Carinthia’s flora and fauna. A holiday with the unique smiley ambience.
In our sauna area “Alpensteil” with three saunas (open from 7:00 to 22:00), it’s so easy to get the relaxation that you deserve.
Enjoy an unforgettable and unbeatable offer around Christmas time! Countless Christmas markets take place in the villages around Lake Millstättersee. A unique Christmas path is organised on the mountain Katschberg (from the end of October). A floating Christmas tree forest, a Christmas village in Spittal an der Drau and other outstanding attractions are the icing on the cake.
The ski resort “Goldeck” is only a 12 minutes’ drive. Four other ski resorts are within a 30 minutes’ drive from the River Chalet. In our natural surroundings, you can also go ice skating, alpine skiing, tobogganing, ice climbing, rowing, drive in a horse-drawn carriage or engage in other outdoor activities. At our place, you can ride on the snow on tubes, book a beginner’s ski class for kids or rent skis.
A free shuttle service brings you to the ski resorts Goldeck or Katschberg.
Doris, the “soul of the house” bakes fresh bread and loves to experiment in the kitchen. Try her culinary delights at the buffet. Try or buy home-made jams and juices, honey from Herbert, our neighbour, bacon, ham and sausages from farmer Heinrich.
Our sheep are grazing next to our chalet from May to September. We also have rabbits and guinea pigs in a fenced area on our meadow. Our donkeys spend their days outside, a bit off the house.
General Amenities
- Non-Smoking Property
- Lounge
- TV Room
- Garden
- Luggage Storage
- Pets Allowed
- Pet-Friendly
- Reading Room
- Lobby
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Front Desk
- Safe
- Ski Room
- Ski Boot Dryer
How to Get Here
- Car
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Accepted Payment Methods
- Cash
- ATM Card (Maestro)
- Bank Transfer
Languages Spoken On Site
- German
- English
Parking
- Charging Station for Electric Cars
- Free Parking
- Indoor Parking for Motorcycles
- Cycle Shelter
- Covered Parking Spaces
Accommodation
- Premium Chalet
- Castle and Country Estate
At the Property
- Garden / Meadow
- Farmer's Garden
- Creativity Programme
- Orchard
- Playmates
Amenities for Children
- Supervision of Childcare
- Baby and Toddler Essentials
- Babysitting
- Baby Changing Facility
- Children Welcome
- Holiday Programme for Kids
- Playground
- Playhouse
- Toys
- Playroom
- Playground in the Forest
Amenities in the Unit
- Linen Provided
- Order Bread for Breakfast
- Apartment on the Ground Floor
- Tableware Provided
- Guest Kitchen
- Timber Deck
- Coffee Machine
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Terrace
- Drying Room
- Washing Machine
Catering & Meals
- Banquet Facilities
- Café
- Buffet Breakfast
- International Cuisine
- Continental Breakfast
- Lounge / Bar
- Local Delicacies
- Restaurant
- Vegetarian Food
- Private Spring Water Supply
- Austrian Cuisine
- Stay Incl. Breakfast
- Stay Incl. Half Board
- Stay Incl. Full Board
Services
- Free Newspapers in the Lobby
- Cleaner's
- Phone Service
- Transfer to Train Station
- Airport Transfer
- Transfer to Skiing Facilities
- Laundry / Attendant
- Newspaper Service
Internet Access
- Free Internet
- WiFi
Activities at/near the Property
- Trip to the Alpine Pastures
- Alpine Pastures & Mountain Cabins
- Lake for Swimming
- Basketball
- Mountaineering Tours
- Certified Hiking Guides
- Archery Course
- Disco
- E-Bike Rental
- Accommodation for Horses
- Ice Skating
- Ice Stock Sport
- Themed Walks & Nature Trails
- Nature Trail
- Bicycle Rental
- Gym
- Public Outdoor Pool
- All-Season Ski Resort
- Guided Rides
- Guided Alpine Hikes
- Guided Walks
- Golf
- Indoor Playground
- Museum of Local History & Folklore
- Get-Together in the Mountain Cabin
- Tailor-Made Deals for Groups
- Running Routes
- Bowling
- Climbing
- Via Ferrata
- Ziplining & Climbing in the Forest
- Cooking and Baking
- Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
- Toboggan Rental
- Lawn for Sunbathing
- Live Entertainment
- Nightclub
- National Park
- Trained Outdoor Educators
- Nordic Walking
- Cycle Routes
- Horse-Riding
- Riding Hall
- Horse Riding Lessons
- Toboggan Run
- Snowshoeing
- Access to a Lake
- Close to Ski Bus Shuttle
- Alpine Skiing
- Ski Instructor
- Ski Lift
- Summer Toboggan Run
- Squash
- Squash Court
- Beach
- Indoor Tennis Court
- Tennis Court
- Table Tennis
- Hiking
- Trail Riding
- Water Skiing
- Water Sports
- Horse Riding in Winter
- Winter Sports
Spa Facilities & Treatments
- Outdoor Pool
- Day Spa
- Steam Bath
- Private Indoor Swimming Pool
- Hay Baths
- Infrared Sauna
- Beauty Treatments
- Herbal Baths
- Massages
- Whey Baths
- Pool
- Sauna
- Solarium
- Spa Area
Business Services
- Printer
- Fax Machine
- Copier
- Telephone
Special Features
- Activity Holidays
- Hiking
- Guided Walks
- Guided Alpine Hikes
- Donkey and Llama Walks
- Cycling
- Mountain Biking
- E-Bike Rental
- Swimming
- Swimming Pond
- Winter Activities
- Alpine Skiing
- Bus Transfer to the Piste
- Peaceful Winter Activities
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Bus Transfer to the Ski Trail
- Ski Touring
- Guided Ski Tours
- Culinary Delights
- In the Farmer's Kitchen
- Food & Drinks at the Farm
- Restaurant at the Farm
- Holidays for Families
- Family-Friendly Properties
- Childcare on the Property
- Holidays for Two
- Wedding Venue
- Healthy Holidays
- Energise & Relax
- Spa Break
- Sustainable Holidays
- Holidays without a Car
- Holidays with Dogs
- Dogs Allowed