We live in a place where it is quiet. They do not write about us in the newspapers, we are not in the top 10 places for summer trips, and tourists pass us on their way to the popular Sandomierz or the other way to Krakow. It doesn't bother us at all, because we don't like being in the spotlight. We feel much better among the plains, hills and loess ravines. If the name of our region does not mean anything to you, we are here to help. Ponidzie is a land located in the Świętokrzyskie Province from Chęciny to Nowy Korczyn, in the Nidziańska Basin, on the middle and lower Nida river. We live here, on a fishing farm at the end of the village of Karsznice, in the vicinity of forests and fields.
Time passes lazily with us, like Nida, measured by the noise of coastal reeds and the splashes of a fish's tail. Typical Polish landscapes of endless fields, birch groves, pine forests and wild rivers change in the rhythm of the seasons, their reflection in our pond is like in a mirror, and we are lucky to observe it and we will gladly share these views with you. In addition to the views, we also have fish. A lot of fish. Throughout the year, you can enjoy grilled trout that grows right in front of your eyes, golden trout caviar, homemade fish soup and smoked fish. Each house has a private pier from which you can cast your fishing rod. We guarantee total success even for amateur anglers because we always have a bite. In the ponds, there is a variety of fish: carp, pike, zander, roach and bream. You can swim and splash in the pond as much as you want. Everyone can come in the summer, the brave ones in the winter.
Make yourself comfortable in four year-round houses with a view of the 3.5 ha pond. All of the houses are designed for 8 people. They have comfortable bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens and lounges with a fireplace. We are waiting for you. Ewelina, Wojtek, Antek, Franio and Staś and Dago and Miśka, who love to fetch without moderation.
We offer you five year-round houses, picturesquely situated on a 3.5 ha pond in the town of Karsznice. All houses are equipped with fireplaces. They have comfortable bathrooms and kitchens equipped with all necessary utensils. Each house has a TV and internet. In the bedrooms we provide bedding and soft blankets, which will also be useful during cooler evenings on the terrace. Next to each of the houses there is a place for a bonfire and barbecue, a roofed shelter and deckchairs. Each house has a pier, from which it is pleasant to cast a fishing rod, especially when you are sure that there will be a bite every time! Good catches are guaranteed. Fishing boats are also at your disposal, and in the water any fish you want: carp, pike, zander, roach and bream. Our mini spa is already open (sauna, hot tub). Massage is possible by prior arrangement. Next to the sauna we have made stairs for you straight into the water. Swimming and cooling down after the sauna are provided).
The pond is natural and from May to the end of June (but this also depends on the weather) it overgrows with algae every year. The first heat causes it to disappear but swimming when it is there may be difficult. But the swans are happy then:))
We have a green house for you with its own large plot, a jetty and a small descent to the water, a wooden house located in a pine grove on the western shore of the pond. With its own jetty and a small plot it provides the intimacy you probably dream of during your vacation.
The houses in the sun and in the pines are located on the eastern shore, on a large sandy beach. Groups of friends with children feel great here. But also individually rented they also provide privacy. And now about each in more detail:
Green House
A large, brick house. It has two bedrooms for 2 people and an attic adapted for a bedroom for 4 people. On the ground floor there is a bathroom (shower, bidet, washbasin), toilet, fully equipped kitchen and living room. In the living room and in one of the bedrooms there is a TV. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with a bathtub, sink and toilet. The house has its own large gazebo, grill, jetty and beach volleyball court. Situated alone on the southern shore of the pond on a large plot of approx. 10 ares, it provides you with intimacy and a sense of privacy. It has optical fiber.
Wooden house
The ground floor is a living room connected to the kitchen, bathroom and a bedroom for 2 people. The first floor is a bedroom for 4 people, in the corridor right next to it there is a bathroom and another bedroom for 2 people with a bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, gas stove, fridge, oven and microwave, pots and tableware. The house has a terrace covered with a sail, grill, hammock and deckchairs and a jetty. The descent to the water is not very gentle, but a large beach invites you on the other side of the pond. From the house by bike or boat it is 3 minutes. The wooden house is located in a dense pine grove on the western shore. Lonely provides intimacy and privacy. It has fiber optics.
House in the sun
The ground floor is a living room connected to the kitchen, a bathroom and a double bedroom. The first floor is a bedroom for 4 people, in the corridor right next to the bathroom and another double bedroom with a bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped, i.e. equipped with a dishwasher, gas cooker, refrigerator, oven and microwave. The house is located on the sunny eastern shore, a few steps from the beach. Mini playground next door. It has fiber optics.
House in the pines
The ground floor is a living room connected to the kitchen, a bathroom and a double bedroom. The first floor is a bedroom for 4 people, in the corridor right next to the bathroom and another double bedroom with a bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped, i.e. equipped with a dishwasher, gas cooker, refrigerator, oven and microwave. House in the pines is located on the same beach as House in the sun. The houses are about 50-60 m apart. Despite their relative proximity, they provide privacy to our guests. It has fiber optics.
In our houses we have fully equipped kitchens. There is a fridge, oven, microwave, dishwasher, dishes, pots and everything you need to prepare meals for the whole family. We know that without delicious things it makes no sense, so we want to offer you such a nice service. We provide you with regional products (to be agreed before arrival), and you do whatever you want with them. You can choose from fantastic ecological delicacies from trusted hosts. We recommend eggs, large and crispy bread from the bakery in Mieronice, honey from a friendly apiary, a bun from Grandma Marysia. I "produce" jam, pickled cucumbers, mushrooms, dumplings and other delicacies myself. </span> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">There really is a lot of it. If you like fish, you've hit the jackpot. We have a fishing farm, so you can eat fresh trout and carp here all year round. We also smoke them in our own smokehouse, usually at the end of the week. In season, Wojtek makes trout caviar. We recommend our fish shop and its various Fish delicacies. Fish soup, meatballs, delicious tartare, pesto, paprikash.. </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;"> A small request, if you need to order products or cakes, let us know in advance so that we can get everything done on time :)</span>
Spring in Ponidzie begins with storks that come in large numbers to the nearby meadows. Careful observers may be able to spot a black stork, whose position is located in the immediate vicinity of our agritourism. Thanks to its natural character, numerous meanders, oxbow lakes and marshes, Biała Nida is a paradise for many species of birds. We often see buzzards, white and gray herons, mergansers, kingfishers and corncrakes. Here swans make their nests, and many have even managed to spot a white-tailed eagle! Here, spring smells like blackthorn and bird cherry flowers. Young, light green reed pretends to be bamboo, and golden reflections of the sun reflected in the water are displayed under the closed lids.
The mating calls of the deer prove that summer is in full swing. The surrounding forests generously give us strawberries and raspberries. Pine groves heated by the sun intoxicate with the smell of resin. The calm current of Biała Nida soothes and cools you. Then it is worth going on a kayak trip and discover the unique beauty of Biała or Czarna Nida. And if you prefer calm waters - we invite you to leisurely pedal boat trips around the pond. For those who are thirsty for adrenaline, we can offer motorboat rides. Families with children will find here intimate wooden jetties and sandy beaches. Swimming recommended :)
In autumn it is worth coming with a large basket. Mushrooms grow almost on the doorstep. Birch trees turn yellow in all shades of gold, the wind rustles their hair more and more. More and more often the effects of the activity of beavers collecting twigs for the winter and rebuilding their burrows are visible on the dikes. And those who get up early are rewarded with a clang of cranes that call to take off. Don't let autumn discourage you. For me it is the most beautiful time here.
Winter in Ponidzie is the time of hunters. In the fresh snow it is easy to spot the traces of deer, wild boars, foxes and hares. The wind is blowing across the frozen ponds. The silhouettes of leafless alders and birches create beautiful, monochrome images. After such a walk, it's nice to sit back by the fireplace, stare at the fire, listen to the silence or immerse yourself in your favorite book. It is also a great place to swim!
We encourage you to visit the Raj Cave and the Sabat Krajno amusement and miniature park, where you will also not be bored. An interesting fact is the reconstructed fortress in Sobków, located on the Nida River itself. There you can stop for lunch while kayaking. In autumn, it is worth climbing Łysa Góra, the second highest peak of the oldest in Poland Świętokrzyskie Mountains. And in winter, skiers can ski on snow-covered slopes in Niestachów and on the Telegraph.
Another popular attraction is visiting a fishing farm with a guide - an ichthyologist.
We invite you to fishing training under the supervision of a professional. Just let me know in advance that you feel like it. Payment to be agreed with the student. Similarly with strength exercises with a personal trainer.
This year we start renting bicycles.
For those willing to go horse riding, we also have a few offers at our friendly studs.
What’s there for children?
For children, we have fishing, volleyball and banana swimming. No child will be bored by the pond. Warm sand and crystal water will drive them away from TV sets and above phones for days. In the meantime, just a sip of compote, a bite of blueberry and jumping from the pier again. Cottages in pine trees and in the sun have a mini playground. Wooden and green sandboxes. The houses are equipped with cots, baby bathtubs and changing tables.
We also recommend a visit to the Ethnographic Park in Tokarnia, where the "Świętokrzyska Kuźnia Smaków" inn is on the culinary route, as well as visiting the ruins of the castle in Chęciny, which can be ended with lunch in the amazing La Baguette restaurant at the foot of the castle. It is also worth visiting the Leonardo da Vinci Science Center, where both adults and children will find a lot of interesting facts for themselves.
For the youngest (on request of guests) we will provide books for children of different ages. You don't have to pack them because we have a lot to choose from.
What’s there for employees?
In two houses there is an eight-seater table where you can work comfortably after breakfast. One of the big pluses of remote work is the opportunity to perform your duties in the open air, and the local internet is also very good next to the house, in a hammock. Currently, only one room has a desk, but at your request, the hosts can provide folding tables wherever you want, even on the pier.