Farm stay in Vale

Former farmhouse on the edge of the shepherd village of Vale in the hills of the Carpathian Mountains. Carefully renovated with respect, patience and attention to detail. On the one hand, far away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, on the other hand, just around the corner from the cultural capital of Sibiu in the heart of Transylvania-Siebenbürgen. Peace and quiet, unspoilt nature, a breath of the past, and the oldest primeval beech forest in Europe on your doorstep. The space Casa Rico is our latest jewel, ideal for family holidays and groups. The former farmhouse is located in the hills above the shepherd's village of Vale. The view extends over wooded mountains and down to the plains of Transylvania. The property consists of a 142-year-old, fully renovated wooden house (2 double rooms) and a brick house (another 2 double rooms), which we are still working on. Between the two houses you'll find a cozy courtyard, partially covered by grapevines, with a south-facing terrace. Everything will be ready by Mai 30. At that point, you can book the entire farm for up to 8 (or even 10) people at a special price this summer. The special atmosphere can be felt in every corner. With patience and a keen eye for detail, we have awakened hidden treasures from their decades-long slumber and carefully added modern design elements. Now, this cottage is a great choice for families with children on their holiday in Romania - and for anyone who prefers the taste of tradition and lifestyle of bygone times, rather than splashing around in the chlorinated pool of a 5-star hotel. You enter the old farmhouse via the external hallway and reach the spacious living room with open kitchen, tiled stove and seating for up to 10 people. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with a fridge-freezer, electric cooker, dishwasher, kettle, espresso/coffee machine, toaster and plenty of crockery, spices, soaps, etc. Two dormer windows provide the living room with light and morning sunshine from above. The two bedrooms are furnished with double beds, antique wardrobes, a table and stools. The shower room features a washing machine and is accessible from the inner hallway. A staircase leads from the outer hallway to the rustic attic. Here you can relax with a glass of wine and enjoy the impressive view of the village and the sun-drenched surrounding mountains. On the south-facing terrace in the courtyard, you can sit at two acacia tables or lean against an old wine barrel. At the front of the terrace you will find the second kitchenette, which is just as fully equipped as the kitchen in the wooden house, but with a gas stove. It is based on the traditional way of life in Transylvania, where summer life and work mostly take place outdoors. The second bathroom, located right next to the terrace, follows the same idea. Fast WiFi is available throughout the farm via fibre optic cable, and each room has an LED television with cable and ASTRA satellite connection. Upon arrival, you will find the beds freshly made and bath, hand and kitchen towels provided. Hot water is generated by a solar system, and heating is provided by a gas boiler in cooperation with the tiled stove, which supplies a buffer tank via built-in water pipes and, through this, all radiators in the house. The synchronisation of the heat sources runs automatically. All you have to do is set the desired temperature on a room thermostat and not worry about anything else. Firewood is included. Of course, our optional services also apply here, such as breakfast, traditional menus or farm products from the village. The transfer from Sibiu railway station or airport is included, and on request you can order one of our rental cars, get a cot for your baby and a high chair. As mentioned, we’re still working on the brick house, so photos will only be available at the end of May. They’ll show two spacious double bedrooms, furnished similarly to those in the old wooden house, a bathroom, and a hallway with an open kitchen. Flowers and grass have been planted or sown in the courtyard, but we enlisted the help of AI to visualize what the vegetation will look like in June. At a glance • Wooden house: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with washing machine. Large living room with fully equipped kitchen • Brick house: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1 kitchenette • Terrace in the courtyard with summer kitchen + bath • Minimum stay: 5 nights (exceptions upon request) • Special price for bookings until 30. May 2026 • Extra bed: 12 €/night, cot: 4 €/night • Pet: 8 €/night We answer your email within 24 hours Guest access You are booking the entire property, which includes two vacation homes. Other things to note ••• We provide more than just one cottage ••• We are no trained tourism experts . We live in Vale and have joined together in a family-type construction company, which has built several holiday cottages. They are located in a peaceful spot without through traffic, surrounded by healthy mixed forest. Through the years, we have given them a complete overhaul or built them from scratch. With attention to detail all along, with respect towards the traditional style of the area, as well as with a view to modern building materials and contemporary housing needs. The result is an encounter of different ages and cultures in five oases of wellbeing, each of them with their own flair, distinctive and special in a place which – we hope – will be bypassed by the world's hustle for a long time to come. After eight years of work - with many possibilities for creative design - we put trowels and planing aside for a while, breathe a sigh, and are happy to present: ••• VILLA CRINA - the icing of our resort with 200 sqm of living space and terraced garden – for 8 people. ••• CASA RICO - holiday farm with 2 houses in the courtyard and south-facing terrace, ideal for families - 8 (to 10) people. ••• CASA PELU - the former farmhouse with extended loft and roof-terrace – for 6 people. ••• CASA NICU - the 120-year-old cottage with the appropriate historic flair – for 2 (to 3) people. ••• CASA LOPO - our latest farmhouse with courtyard, terrace and garden, suitable for families with kids – for 4 (to 6) people. ••• VILLA ZOLLO - the new 150 sqm holiday home on the hill with panoramic views and large garden – for 6 (to 8) people. ••• CONDO ZOLLO II - well equipped apartment with large terrace, BBQ and garden – for 2 (to 3) people. ••• COZO FANTU - our shepherd hut in the mountain meadows – for 4 people. From the income generated by the houses (your money), first the investor is served. On the other hand, administration and care-taking yield a secure income for several families. Whenever we cook for you, or any time you order local products or go shopping in the local grocery, a number of other villagers have a benefit. Finally, we are preparing a soup kitchen for the less well-off families in the village which will also be financed from the proceeds of our holiday homes. We nurture a climate of openness and equality-based relationships. .