Intimate hillside villa
The villa runs like an attentive private home, where days unwind between the garden whirlpool and the fireside lounge.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This villa is brimming with style and charm! The attention to detail and dedication of the hostess can be seen in the tasteful, very personal and individual decoration.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Meersburg's medieval old town is a five-minute walk down the hill, surrounded by historic lakeside vineyards.
The rooms
The hostess decorated each room individually, and the spacious Grande Suite includes a private thermium sauna.
The whirlpools
The outdoor whirlpool looks across vineyards to Lake Constance, and an indoor spa lounge has a second tub.
At the table
Breakfast is served out on the terrace among blooming rose bushes, or inside the light-filled garden room.
How it began
Sabine Ertl-Schneider built the villa in 2001 on hillside land once belonging to the local Protestant rectory.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.