Leutschach, AustriaSchlossberg
The Old School Guesthouse
Restored vineyard schoolhouse
Schlossberg Leutschach, Austria
Opened
2024
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Local DesignOutside the door
Restored vineyard schoolhouse
Six guest rooms occupy a former village primary school, where stays revolve around garden-led cooking and South Styrian wine.
What it’s good at
Notable
Restored desks and framed vintage classroom letters commemorate the 1949 village schoolhouse.
Notable
Seasonal dinners draw from the on-site edible garden and neighboring South Styrian farms.
Listed
Custom ceramics by Sascha Hoffmann pair with restored woodwork in the mid-century schoolhouse.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The Old School Guesthouse revives a village school rebuilt after World War II with the support of the local community.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Surrounding trails lead directly through the vineyards, connecting family-run wineries along the South Styrian Wine Road.
The rooms
Select bedrooms have freestanding bathtubs looking out at the vineyards, stocked with herbal soaps made from garden botanicals.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated pool sits in the south-facing garden, flanked by a timber cabana overlooking the pine forest.
The sauna
A wood-shingled barrel sauna sits on the sloping lawn, looking out over the surrounding vineyards and forest.
At the table
Multi-course breakfasts with British influences are served in the glass conservatory, looking out over the garden lawn.
How it began
Restaurateurs Petra and Oliver Lucas closed their Vienna bistro to transform this listed village school in Petra's native southern Styria.
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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.