Holiday apartments near Merano in Maia Alta
Old walls,
renovated with style
Quality and value as guiding principles: Each of our holiday apartments in Merano is unique. Each one has its own history and character. We also wanted to emphasise this uniqueness during the renovation process.
Depending on the apartment, we used different natural materials and furniture, with attention to detail and respect for the history of the house.
Apartment “Erlebach”
67 square metres | 2-5 persons
The former sun veranda of the house.
The spacious apartment was once part of the living area of the Erlebach family of architects. The spacious south room makes up the living room.
It was built at the turn of the 20th century, when a glass veranda was replaced by masonry work. The south-facing balcony looks towards Brunnenplatz. The stucco ceiling and the historic tiled stove in the living area provide a very special flair.
The apartment has a bedroom with a free-standing bathtub and furniture from the original estate.
- Fully equipped kitchenette with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, filter coffee machine, mocha machine, kettle, 4-burner hob, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, tea towels
- Dining table with enough space for up to 6 people
- Fireplace
- 2 comfortable armchairs in the living room
- Flat screen TV with SAT connection
- Free Wi-Fi
- South-facing balcony with a view of the Brunnenplatz with its fountain
- Underfloor heating in all rooms
- Wooden floors
- Freestanding bathtub
- Bathroom with rain shower, separate WC and bidet, free-standing washstand with hair-dryer, cosmetic mirror
- Art Nouveau bedroom furniture
- Safe
Apartment “Hauskapelle”
50 square metres | 2 persons
Unique apartment with an artistic claim.
The living area is the former house chapel, the stucco ceiling from 1716 is richly decorated with small angels and floral patterns. The large bedroom impresses with its beautiful baroque coffered wooden ceiling. In the centre of the ceiling, framed by a golden trim, is a wonderful replica of the famous image of the Virgin Mary by Lucas Cranach the Elder from Innsbruck Cathedral.
The apartment has a separate entrance area with wardrobe.
- Fully equipped kitchen with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, filter coffee machine, mocha machine, kettle, 4-burner hob, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, tea towels
- Cosy dining table
- 2 comfortable armchairs in the living room
- Flat screen TV with SAT connection
- Free Wi-Fi
- South-east balcony with a view of the extensive grounds and the vines of the adjacent Rottenstein Castle
- Underfloor heating in all rooms
- Wooden floors
- Bathroom with rain shower, separate WC and bidet, free-standing washstand with hair-dryer, cosmetic mirror
- Bedroom with double bed
- Safe
Apartment “Turm”
76 square metres | 2-4 persons
Dream apartment with its own sauna and roof terrace with WOW panorama.
The living area is located in the tower, the highest part of the house. The high windows are modelled on the battlements of the tower and open up views of the mountain peaks of the Texel Group and the beautiful sunrise over the Merano region. The original roof construction has been preserved, allowing unobstructed views of the roof truss at a height of several metres.
The apartment has a south-facing roof terrace with its own outdoor sauna and a view over the roofs of Maia Alta. A free-standing bathtub adorns the sleeping area.
Would you like another treat? A hidden chamber directly above the archway, accessible through a small door, forms an additional retreat or second bedroom.
- Fully equipped kitchen block including cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, filter coffee machine, mocha machine, kettle, 4-burner hob, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, tea towels
- Round dining table with enough space for up to 6 people
- Comfortable couch
- Flat screen TV with SAT connection
- Free Wi-Fi
- Roof terrace with views over the rooftops of Merano
- Private outdoor sauna on the roof of the terrace with fluffy bathrobes and additional towels
- Underfloor heating in all rooms
- Wooden floors
- Freestanding bathtub
- Bathroom with rain shower, separate WC and bidet, free-standing washstand with hair-dryer, cosmetic mirror
- Bedroom with double bed
- Safe
Apartment “Weyer”
58 square metres | 2 – 4 persons
Living comfort over several levels.
Living area and sleeping area are not spatially separated in this very special apartment. This special feature is made possible by the height of the room: The sloping roof with a reading area can be reached via a staircase. In another, raised area, there is a cuddly nest that offers an additional sleeping option. The extensive Rottenstein Castle and Rosenstein Castle estates can be seen from the loggia facing south-east.
- Fully equipped kitchenette with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, filter coffee machine, mocha machine, kettle, 4-burner hob, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, tea towels
- Dining table with enough space for up to 6 people
- 2 comfortable armchairs
- Cuddly nest with 2 additional sleeping possibilities
- Flat screen TV with SAT connection
- Free Wi-Fi
- Loggia facing southeast with views of Rosenstein Castle and Rottenstein as well as Merano’s local mountain, Ifinger
- Underfloor heating
- Wooden floors
- Bathroom with rain shower, WC and bidet, washbasin with hairdryer, cosmetic mirror
- Bedroom with double bed
- Safe
Apartment “1254”
50 square metres | 2 – 3 persons
Enjoying the panorama from the bathtub.
The light-flooded apartment is located at the very top in the gable of the roof. It is located directly above the great hall, three floors above the foundation walls, the oldest preserved area of the house. From the free-standing bathtub, which is positioned directly in front of a large south-facing window, you can enjoy the view over the roofs of the surrounding area. The large loggia offers a view of the mountain panorama of the Texel Group.
- Fully equipped kitchenette with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, filter coffee machine, mocha machine, kettle, 4-burner hob, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, tea towels
- Dining table for up to 4 persons
- Freestanding bathtub
- Comfortable sofa bed in the living area
- Flat screen TV with SAT connection
- Free Wi-Fi
- Loggia with view of the Texel group, Schenna and the Passeiertal valley
- Underfloor heating in all rooms
- Wooden floors
- Bathroom with rain shower, separate WC and bidet, free-standing washstand with hair-dryer, cosmetic mirror
- Sleeping area with double bed
- Safe
- Bed linen, towels, tea towels
- Lift
- Parking space
- Charging facility for e-bikes
- Lawn with deckchairs and parasols
- Outdoor seating with barbecue area
- Small children’s playground
- Guided tours of the farm
- Depending on the season, fruit, vegetables and herbs
- Lounge area in the large hall with library, toys for children, board games
- Pick-up service from the train station on request
- Baby cot, high chair, baby monitor on request
- WLAN
- Locked bicycle cellar or ski room
- Südtirol Alto Adige Guest Pass
- Information material about the Merano region
For a fee:
- Bread roll service
- Washing and drying facilities
- The prices quoted are per day and apartment for an occupancy of 2 persons. Not included in the price is the local tax of € 2.20, which is charged per day and person (from 14 years) and collected on site.
- For short stays of less than 1 week, we charge an additional fee.
- Discounts for children:
- Children up to 3 years: Free
- Children between ages of 4 and 13: € 10.00 /day
- Occupancy beyond the standard occupancy:
- Additional persons aged 14 and over: € 20.00 /day
- To make your reservation binding, we ask for a deposit, which will be offset at the end of your stay.
- Cancellation of a holiday, for whatever reason, is neither pleasant for the guest nor for the host. Therefore we recommend a travel cancellation insurance.
- Cancellation conditions:
- If you cancel up to 60 days before arrival, we will keep the deposit.
- For cancellations from 60 days to 2 weeks before arrival, 70% of the agreed price will be charged.
- For cancellations less than 14 days before the planned arrival, we unfortunately have to charge 100% of the agreed price.
- We accept cash, debit and credit cards.
- Check-in / Check-out
- On the day of departure we ask you to vacate the apartment by 10 a.m. The apartments are ready for occupancy from 3 p.m.
- We ask you to let us know your planned arrival time if possible.
- Sunday is our family day, we cannot make up the time with our children. Therefore, we ask for your understanding that we do not accept arrivals and departures on Sunday.
- Due to the listed status of the house with valuable terracotta and wooden floors, we unfortunately cannot welcome pets in our house.
- We are a non-smoking house: Smoking is not permitted in the apartments or the rest of the estate.
- Reduce, Refuse, Recycle: For a better environmental awareness.
- Free pass for guests: Südtirol Alto Adige Guest Pass
- When holidaying at Layshof, you can also give your car a rest. Everything important can be reached from here in a short time on foot or comfortably by public transport.
- We attach great importance to waste separation. For this purpose, we have various containers for different recyclable materials.
- Here in South Tyrol, excellent drinking water comes out of the taps. That is why it is not necessary to buy water in plastic bottles.
Via Virgilio 10 . 39012 Merano-Maia Alta . South Tyrol . Italy
