If you’ve ever dreamed of drifting off to sleep in a tree, lulled by forest whispers and just enough architectural edge to make your heart skip, Edelførst Baumhäuser Schrems is exactly the kind of place that haunts your daydreams. Tucked into mossy woods just outside Schrems, Austria, this adults-only retreat reminds you that luxury doesn’t always need marble — sometimes it needs quiet, sky, and a good wood stove.
Approaching the property, you get hints of its layered soul. The land here used to be a granite quarry, so rugged stone faces peek through groves of beech, spruce, oak, and young firs. Paths curve past ponds, peat bogs, and stone walls, making you feel like you’re entering a secret world, not checking into a hotel. The forest feels vast — as though the trees have been expecting you.
There are five distinct treehouses — each with a personality. Some are snug, 18 m² retreats for two, curated so well that the small feels spacious. Others stretch to 34 m² or more, with separate lounge and sleep zones. Each has its own terrace or balcony (some even boast roof terraces), so from dawn to dusk you can slip out into treetop space, stare at canopy, breathe slowly, sip tea. One unit might hug a hillside; another seems perched over a moor or crests mid-forest. You almost lose track of where the forest ends and the house begins.
But Edelførst isn’t about wilderness alone — it’s about balance. The treehouses are constructed from solid wood with aluminum façades, perched on steel supports so trees continue their growth. Inside, think cozy heating via pellet stoves, private bathrooms, comfortable beds, indirect lighting and good design — none of the roughing-it clichés. You’ll find a stocked minibar, in-room tea and coffee setups, and yes, those little indulgences like Rituals cosmetics waiting for you. The decor whispers intention, not showiness.
Want to decompress? You’re covered. The surrounding forest is exclusive to guests, bordering the Schrems Nature Park. That means you can wander trails through moors, pond edges, peat bogs — or simply sink into silence. The concept of Waldbaden (forest bathing or Shinrin-Yoku) fits here: slow walking, mindful pauses, listening to wind and twig snap.
They’re dreaming bigger too. Plans hint at more treehouses, design variations, maybe a lakeside sauna with a jetty. Wellness retreats, quiet art installations, more places to linger. If realized, this could become not just a stay but a forest sanctuary writ large.
Timing matters. Late spring or early fall bring perfect days: crisp air, soft light, fewer bugs. Summers are lovely, but midday heat can get sticky. Winter? Magical — frost on wood, silence thick — though logistics and weather might complicate things. Bring layers and flexibility.
Since this is an adult-only retreat, expect calm. No children running around. No loud parties. Just birds, sunset, whispering leaves. Because there are few units, booking early is wise — especially in peak seasons.
In sum: Edelførst Baumhäuser Schrems feels rare because it layers design and wilderness so kindly. You won’t feel overdressed here. You’ll feel slowed, held, noticing detail again. It's a forest haven for those who want elegance without gloss, comfort without synthetic shine, silence without emptiness. If your soul needs empty sky and the hush of trees — and a good bed in between — this is your forest stop.
Add a review