by Lisa Reichkendler
Wine connects people, creates lifelong memories and emotions. Located close to the Slovenian border, the Wine Route offers a wonderful climate, a rich variety of wines, Styrian hospitality, breathtaking scenery and excellent wine taverns. This interaction of the most diverse components characterises the Wine Road and makes it a unique hotspot in Central Europe.
Upon arrival, Thomas and Rosemarie personally welcome their guests at the reception. However, should the two of them be at creative work in the kitchen or courtyard, the senior chefs are always there for guests. After all, the motto of the Weinlandhof is to grant guests a personal and comfortable stay directly on the Styrian wine route.
Relaxing indoor und outdoor – der Weinlandhof has several places that invite you to linger and chill out. A reading corner for bookworms, an adventure garden for nature lovers and a vitality area for the body-conscious. Guests can expect an authentic stay in the southern Styrian wine country with the most modern standards, upscale comfort and competent service. The philosophy of the Pichler family ranges from grandparents to parents to the bosses themselves. The aim of the Weinlandhof was to create an infrastructure in Southern Styria that guarantees guests unforgettable days in the wine country. In the traditionally held guest room, as well as in the pavilion, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the beautiful landscape. An authentic Styrian delicacy from the natural cuisine of the Weinlandhof should not be missed! After all, the Pichler family only uses regional products that come from next door: Eggs, pumpkin seed oil from the farmer and meat from the local butcher. The vegetables and fruit come seasonally almost entirely from the farmers of southern Styria.
At the sight of the Golden Hill Country Chalets & Suites, you think you're in the French Provence. - It is a truly magical place in the middle of the southern Styrian vineyards. Barbara and Andreas Reinisch have created an exclusive retreat with a touch of luxury between lavender fields and vineyards, 25 km south of Graz. The Golden Hill Country Chalets & Suites consist of a high-quality and sustainably converted farmhouse. However, the complex is divided into different retreats: in addition to chalets and suites, an individually bookable luxury loft awaits guests, as well as a separately bookable country house.
Country house "Steinfuchs
Ein Ferienhaus mit rund 180 m² Wohnfläche für 2 – 6 Personen mit Private Spa und 400 m² großen Garten (Sauna-Kubus, Badewanne im Freien, Ruheraum)
The Loft
Private living space of around 250 m² for 2 people, a 200 m² infinity natural swimming pond, private spa with sauna cube and outdoor whirlpool, as well as a lavender hill and 4000 m² of parkland for exclusive use pamper guests here.
Country Chalets
Three luxury chalets in an elegant, yet cosy style on around 120 m² each for 2, 4 or 6 people can be booked. Equipped with private spa, 600 m² natural swimming pond in a large idyllic garden landscape, fitness cube, sauna cube and champagne lounge.
The use of natural materials was emphasized throughout the entire site. The use of solar energy and geothermal energy is a sign of sustainability. Finally, guests with e-cars can recharge their batteries at four e-charging stations. For those who long for more action in the oasis of well-being, a balloon ride, a helicopter flight, or a horseback ride is gladly organized. Should you still miss something, beauty treatments provide exclusive pampering moments. These can be ordered directly and easily to your room. - Either in the fresh air on the terrace or withdrawn in the indoor area of the chalets.
At the highest point of the south Styrian wine country, lie the Panorama lodges Wurzenberg. A retreat with a panorama that invites you to recharge your batteries. You will search in vain for attractions here. Because the philosophy of the Wurzenberg Lodges is the cultivation of doing nothing and pure relaxation! Whether an overnight stay in the so-called "Nature Park Lodge" or the "Mispellodge"; here you always have the best view. The Wurzenberg lives and works according to the motto "small but nice" and does without the usual hotel and bar business in order to offer its guests a relaxing stay in the middle of the unforgettable, South Styrian landscape. Deceleration is also the order of the day in the culinary delights of the Wurzenberg Lodges: organic pastries come fresh daily from the bakery of "Brothof Atschko", the jams are homemade and the herbs grow in our own garden. Vegetables and local flowers thrive in the farm garden. In the evening, guests can feel completely free and at home, because the wine cabinet is available to everyone around the clock.
Tom and Katarina Riederer have joined forces with former Rectory ihren Lebenstraum erfüllt. Die beiden Autodidakten eröffneten einen kulinarischen Hotspot inmitten der Steirischen Weinstraße. Insgesamt sind sechs Gästezimmer im ehemaligen Wirtschaftsgebäude des Pfarrhofes untergebracht. Jedes wurde dabei individuell von den Gastgebern konzipiert. Daher variieren die Zimmergrößen zwischen 39 – 47 m² und sorgen mit ihren rustikal, ländlichen Eichenholzböden und Möbel, die vom befreundeten Antiquitätenhändler stammen, für eine intime Atmosphäre.
Katarina Riederers Liebe zum Detail spiegelt sich in der Einrichtung wieder: Historisches kombiniert mit Modernem. Beim Geschirr wird nichts dem Zufall überlassen. Gemeinsam mit einer regionalen Keramikerin hat das Paar ihr eigenes Porzellan entworfen, das perfekt auf Toms Küchenlinie abgestimmt ist. Bewusst wird auf jegliche Art von Tischwäsche verzichtet, denn hier wird auf Nachhaltigkeit gesetzt. Das Frühstück wird je nach Witterung auf der Sonnenterrasse oder im Restaurant serviert. Gäste haben die Qual der Wahl zwischen einem einfachen regionalen Frühstück und einem großzügigen Genussbrunch. Gastgeber Tom ist für seine kreative, innovative Küche bekannt, daher kommt eine Speisekarte erst gar nicht zum Einsatz. Das Küchenduo, bestehend aus dem Gastgeber selbst und Christoph kreiert für seine Gäste eine Art Genussreise, bei der man die Ehre hat bis zu vier Stunden am Tisch zu verweilen. – Genuss garantiert! Bei der Wahl der Produkte und Zutaten legen Tom und sein Team sehr großen Wert auf die Zusammenarbeit mit regionalen Produzenten. Rund 25 Bauern aus der Nachbarschaft beliefern den Pfarrhof mit Gemüse, Obst, Fisch und Fleisch.
The Loisium Wine & Spa offers its guests with double rooms and suites on different levels, the highest comfort and service. The rooms are decorated in light colours and equipped with benches and a glass bathing box, offering a breathtaking view of the Schlossberg. The tranquil atmosphere is punctuated by the individually selected screen prints by Austrian artist Erich Steininger, which vary from room to room. Wine and snacks can be enjoyed by the pool, right next to the vineyards. For active guests, a picnic basket and e-bike are waiting to explore the wine route. Totally relaxed, you can recharge your batteries at dinner: here you will find primarily regional products in creative and perfectly coordinated culinary implementation. The accompanying eight glasses of Morillon, served with typical Styrian cordiality, underlines the wonderful day spent in the southern Styrian Loisium.
On Winery Tschermonegg lassen sich – hoch über der südsteirischen Weinstraße – hervorragende Tropfen verköstigen. Mit einem Panoramablick über die Weingärten bis nach Slowenien findet man hier Gemütlichkeit und authentische, steirische Vielfalt. Um das Ambiente des Weinguts nicht nur zu lieben, sondern auch zu leben, laden die Winzerzimmer für eine Übernachtung neben den Reben ein. Die „Weingenießer-Zimmer” sind ausgestattet mit Dusche, WC, Minibar, Haarfön und TV und lassen keine Wünsche offen. Direkt vom Zimmer aus gelangt man über eine Brücke zum exklusiven Relaxing Bereich mit Pool und Sauna. Dieser Bereich steht ausschließlich Hausgästen zur Verfügung und schenkt so einen unvergesslichen Moment der Ruhe und Gelassenheit. Um bereits am Morgen gestärkt in den Tag zu starten, setzen die Gastgeber auf ein reichhaltiges Frühstücksbuffet mit regionalen Schmankerln vom Bauern.
Photo Credits: Golden Hill Country Chalets & Suites, Tschermonegg Winery, Hotel Weinlandhof, Loisium Wine & Spa , Wurzenberg Panoramalodges, Pfarrhof Tom and Katharina Riederer, Karin Bergmann
