Offline is quite normal here.
There is no Wi‑Fi. Instead there is time for conversation, games and a good book.
Haus Schönau · Appenzellerland
Holiday home in Urnäsch with views of the Säntis
A whole house. A little peace.
The Säntis in view. And time to yourself.
Schönau 744 · Above UrnäschNature. Open views. Simply being.
Welcome to Haus Schönau
Less everyday life.
More Appenzell.
Haus Schönau is a simple holiday home in Urnäsch in the Appenzellerland. You rent the whole house for up to five people.
Above Urnäsch, our traditional farmhouse stands between meadows and forest: with a private kitchen, two bedrooms, conservatory, terrace and open views of the Säntis. Have breakfast outside, read in the conservatory and let the day unfold.
Rent Haus Schönau- Whole house
- Only for you and your companions
- Up to 5 guests
- 2 bedrooms & 1 sofa bed
- Open Säntis view
- Terrace, lounge & conservatory
- Simple living
- Offline · warmth from the stove · close to nature
At home indoors
Wood, warmth.And not muchyou have to do.
A book in the armchair, a game at the table, an evening by the tiled stove. The living room has everything for the small things that usually get squeezed out.
Firewood is provided. The games cupboard has something for young and old.
View the tiled stoveGallery
Room to
be together.
Two bedrooms, a private kitchen and favourite spots indoors and out. This is how you stay at Haus Schönau.
Cook as you like.
Kitchen for five people with fridge, gas stove and old wood-fired stove.
Stay at the table a little longer.
The large table with bench and chairs seats up to six people.
The days may start later.
A double bed (160 × 200 cm), a large wardrobe and views of greenery.
A room full of history.
Two single beds (80 × 200 cm) and an old double school desk. There is an additional sleeping place in the bay on the sofa bed (110 × 185 cm).
The best place is outside.
Coffee on the wooden terrace, a long afternoon in the lounge. The Appenzell landscape always in view.
Almost outside. Completely sheltered.
The conservatory beside the barn: a small table, four chairs and an armchair with footrest.
Good to know before you come
Simple living.
By choice.
Schönau is an old farmhouse with traditional character. If you appreciate simple days, wood, warmth from the stove and nature, you will feel at home here.
Frequently asked questionsWater as it used to be. Showers with sunshine.
The house has running cold water. For showering there is a water bag that warms in the sun or can be filled with warm water.
Nature has its own sounds.
In summer, cows graze around the house. Their bells are part of staying in the countryside.
Summer, winter & in between
Outside, the
Appenzellerland waits.
Walking days, winter air and living traditions. Or simply a day with no plans at all.
Green days
Holidays in the middle of nature.
The hills around Urnäsch and the Alpstein mountains invite you out walking. Back at the house, the terrace is waiting. Sometimes a curious neighbour looks in too.
White days
Winter holidays with warmth from the stove.
When there is snow, the final stretch to the house leads uphill on snowshoes: around 15 minutes, steep in places. Indoors, the tiled stove becomes the centre of things.
Living tradition
Silvesterchlausen in Urnäsch.
On 31 December and Old New Year, 13 January, the Silvesterchläuse are out and about. The morning of 13 January is especially impressive: from around 6 a.m., guests can walk down to Schönau and experience the Chläuse there. You usually hear them from far away — and seeing them in the dawn is a goosebumps moment. If the date falls on a Sunday, the custom takes place on the Saturday before.
Information about SilvesterchlausenLocation & arrival
A small step
away from everyday life.
Haus SchönauSchönau 744 · 9107 Urnäsch
Appenzellerland, SwitzerlandView on Google Maps
We will discuss exact access and parking before your arrival.
By car
From Urnäsch, drive towards Bächli/Hemberg as far as Schönau. Opposite the Subaru garage, the road leads uphill. One car can park at the farmhouse Schönau 682, a second on the main road.
With a suitable vehicle, four-wheel drive and at least 18 cm ground clearance, access is possible to about 20 metres from the house. Please arrange this in advance.
By train & transfer
Travel to Urnäsch station. A return transfer to the house can be arranged for CHF 45, for up to four people with moderate luggage. Please ask early if you need a child seat.
In winter & on arrival
When there is snow, the final, partly steep climb on snowshoes takes about 15 minutes. Please bring groceries: there is no shop in Schönau. Eggs and milk are available at the farmhouse.
Well prepared
One more
question?
Do we rent the whole house?
Yes. You rent Haus Schönau for your exclusive use, with private kitchen, living room, dining room, two bedrooms, conservatory and outdoor area.
How many people can stay overnight?
There are up to five sleeping places: one double bed (160 × 200 cm), two single beds (80 × 200 cm each) and a sofa bed in the bay (110 × 185 cm). Because of its length, the sofa bed is not suitable for every adult.
What does the stay cost?
Prices start at CHF 215 per night for 2 people, and CHF 245 on Friday and Saturday. For special dates such as New Year, Old New Year, public holidays or Alpabfahrt, the price can be up to CHF 350.– per night. The house can be booked from 3 nights; final cleaning is added. Details are available under prices & conditions.
Is there Wi‑Fi and a bathroom?
There is no Wi‑Fi and no conventional bathroom. Running water is cold only. For simple showering there is a water bag. The toilet is a low-odour dry toilet with sawdust.
Do we need an off-road vehicle?
No, you can park further down. Only access to about 20 metres from the house requires a suitable 4×4 vehicle with at least 18 cm ground clearance. In snow, the final route to the house is on snowshoes. Please discuss your arrival with us.
Your time away starts with a message
A few days at
Schönau?
Send me your preferred dates and the number of guests. I will be happy to tell you about availability and booking.
Enquire by emailYour personal contact
Lise Frischknecht
077 411 00 54071 364 16 27lise.frischknecht@gmail.comIf I am not available,
I will call you back.
Personal booking by phone or email.