In places where several hundred years ago there was an inhospitable, impenetrable forest , today is our log cabin. The forested landscape was not divided by workers until the 13th century at the hands of their master, Bishop Bruno of Schauenburg, Olomouc. Each worker was given a measured field to eradicate, build a dwelling on it and start farming. And thus they laid the foundations of our picturesque village, Ostravice. The first written mention of it comes from the orbar of the Hukvaldy estate from 1581. However, materials about the origin of the village probably burned in the archives of Hukvaldy Castle, and so it is still shrouded in mystery.
But the most important thing is what it looks like today in the place below Lysá hora. No one would describe the landscape as inhospitable. Beautiful nature and sunny meadows are interwoven with rivers and lined with mountain ridges. As far as the eye can see, the soul dances. Our Chalet on the hillside is set in the hills in Ostravice. Breathtaking Beskydy nature, forests, meadows and mountain peaks stretch all around. You can enjoy the views from all the windows, from the garden and balcony terrace and from the outdoor hot tub.
We reconstructed the original timbered cottage with our own hands in order to preserve its nostalgic atmosphere, and at the same time it served for your maximum possible rest. That's why we built a Finnish sauna with a relaxation room in the basement and provided you with a wine cellar , up to the ceiling filled with various flavors of white and red.
The cottage has 2 bedrooms, a living room with a kitchen, a sauna and a wine shop. Couples, families with children and parties of friends come to us.
2 BEDROOMS
One bedroom is located on the ground floor, the other in the attic. Both have a double bed and a sofa , which can be a third bed if needed. You can fall asleep while observing the original beams and watching the cracks that time has drawn on them. There is a TV in the upper bedroom, so if you are traveling with children, they can spend the morning with fairy tales while you are still happily napping in the lower bedroom.
LIVING ROOM
In the living room there is a giant sofa bed that can accommodate two sleeps if needed. During the day, you can sit on it and watch movies on a flat screen, or spread out a board game on the table. In the evening, jump into our wine shop and choose what is most pleasant for your taste buds. In winter, don't forget to flood in the beautiful oval fireplace . You always have the wood ready right next door, so you don't have to run around the forest alone and collect twigs. However, the heat is also provided by the central heating, so even if you forget to add, you will not freeze with us.
BATHROOM
The bathroom on the ground floor is equipped with a luxurious, free-standing bathtub . Cover the bathroom with candles, pour yourself a glass of wine and prepare a bath worthy of kings. When you add everything with pleasant music, you come out of the spa like a completely new person. When else do you have time to enjoy an hour for yourself in the bathtub than during your vacation?
The equipped kitchenette offers everything you need to be completely self-sufficient in food. In pleasant summer weather, we recommend setting an outdoor table under a parasol on the large terrace , blowing up the gentle breeze and enjoying the view of the trees and hills.
Children will certainly enjoy spreading a blanket in our garden and letting them have a picnic. In the meantime, you can have coffee on the upstairs terrace and check nicely from above to see if the children are breaking. Open a book, enjoy a romantic moment for two, or open wine from our wine shop with friends.
WINE SHOP WITH SITTING
The wine shop is available in winter and summer. You can take the bottle away or sit in private in our cellar. The wooden bench with blankets serves mainly as a rest area after the sauna, but since it has a wonderful view of the surroundings, in winter it can also be used as a romantic retreat.
We choose the wines ourselves. For white we prefer Czech winemakers, for red we prefer foreign, especially French wines. The menu always contains several dozen bottles, so you can taste and deepen your sommelier skills.
TERRACE GRILLING
There is a large barbecue on the terrace, so hot coals will take care of dinner. If you forget to bring your own meat and vegetables, drive to the shop, 1.5 km from the cottage.
In winter, you can hide from the whirlpool in the living area and sit together at the solid wood table together with the soothing crackling of the fireplace stoves.
You can do really everything with us. Whether you prefer an active holiday full of walks, bike rides or skiing, or a maximally passive rest time, staying with us will definitely fulfill your imagination.
FINNISH SAUNA
A Finnish sauna is built in the basement to relax body and soul. If you are an experienced sauna, you know that short stays in the sauna must be interspersed with relaxation away from the radiant heat. The relaxation area with washbasin, shower and wonderful views is equipped with blankets so that you do not get too cold. It's good to have a good drink here. And even though you will be right here in a line of great wines, we recommend having water and leaving the wine for a later time. In summer, the sun loungers on the terrace are great for relaxing.
POOL AND WHIRLPOOL
From warm spring to autumn we prepare a seasonal pool and whirlpool on the terrace. Here we can only recommend meditation with a glass of wine. Only from a few hot tubs will you have such a wonderful view as with us. The free-standing pool is more for wetting hot bodies - if you want to swim properly, we recommend some of the nearby swimming pools.
TRIPS
It would be a shame not to explore the surroundings, because the Beskydy offers many natural beauties. In addition, it is possible to stick to "teddy bear" routes, which can easily handle even easily tired children's feet. You can go for example to Medvědí skála - sandstone tooth with a beautiful view of the surroundings.
If you are a lover of the anarchist rioter Petr Bezruč , you can visit his cabin. The Silesian Provincial Museum has kept the interior of the log cabin in its original form, which the poet himself designed. You can follow in his footsteps and touch the past of the Beskydy Mountains, which are so connected with his work. In the immediate vicinity of the cabin there is also a woodshed, in which the museum exposition is located.
A walk to the Smrčina mountain will stun you with lots of romantic views and nooks. The paths, decorated with blueberries and blackberries, will be accompanied by colorful butterflies. Make a stop at the Liščí díry rock formation, where you can enjoy an unconventional view of Lysá hora.
You can also carefully admire the unspoilt nature in the nearby nature reserve Mazácký Grúnik . Beeches, spruces, firs and maples will draw you into their greenery and help you clear your head of everyday worries. Enjoy an unadulterated forest symphony led by the rhythmic drumming of spotted woodpeckers and dates, complemented by various types of talented bird songbirds.
SKIING
You can get to know Ostrá hora, Smrčina and Staškov mountain perfectly with the help of a perfectly prepared cross-country trail . You can jump in near the cottage and enjoy a day of hiking in the area.
If you prefer downhill before overcoming contours, the Ostrá or Malenovice ski area will come in handy. The nearest ski lift is located 4 km from our cottage.
What’s there for children?
The children are completely satisfied in our giant garden. The land is terraced, so children will definitely get tired of climbing a gentle hill all day. For the little ones, we also have a small sandpit at the cottage.
The Beskydy Mountains are perfect for trips with children. You can go "bear paws" , which are color-coded routes that are also suitable for children. For example, you can manage the green "hare" trail even with a pram.
If children are willing to learn something, take the Lysá hora nature trail with them. The route is 16.5 km long and quite demanding, so it is more suitable for older children. It starts at the railway station in Ostravice and has a total of 15 stops, where you can learn stories about caves and treasures, about the bandit Ondráš and what the landscape looked like before and now.
In summer, you can go to the surrounding swimming pools with children. The nearest one is located in Frýdlant nad Ostravicí. But if you prefer a place where you can grow in chemical-free water, we recommend the beautiful Bečva biotope , where water purification is the concern of cleverly planted aquatic plants.
The Rope Maze Opičárna is 1.5 kilometers away from the cottage and the intricate routes full of obstacles bother not only children but also adults. If you take more than one route, your muscles will make themselves known in the evening and the next day. We still have the sauna!
