Charming Castle in Idyllic Location

The protected castle complex was first documented in writing in the early 12th century and has been comprehensively renovated and modernized in recent years. The estate is situated on the southern slope of the Hiesberg, nestled into a gentle hillside setting. Its secluded, non-visible location ensures complete privacy.

Thanks to its convenient transport connections, the property can be reached from Vienna or Linz via the A1 motorway in less than one hour. The three-winged complex encloses an expansive inner courtyard of approximately 3,255 m², bordered to the south by a perimeter wall and accessible through a gate. The exterior park grounds, featuring mature trees and fruit trees, are surrounded by an additional castle wall. Within this area there is a freestanding tower, a gatekeeper’s house with approximately 110 m² of living space, a wine press house, a garage building, and a cellar building. A private water source is also available.

The two-storey residential wing located in the east wing is in a modern technical condition and allows for immediate occupancy. With a living area of around 655 m², it comprises 4 bedrooms, 4 living rooms, 4 modern bathrooms, 3 studies, 2 kitchens, and 5 toilets, as well as several ancillary rooms. The impressive and timeless open-plan kitchen is fitted with furniture by the Italian manufacturer Convivio and appliances by Gaggenau. The adjoining room-within-a-room construction is a bespoke carpenter’s design with oak finishes and includes a sauna, a bathroom, a toilet, and direct access to the wine cellar.

Hot water is provided by a new photovoltaic system with battery storage. The residential building is heated predominantly via underfloor heating and can be powered either by an efficient pellet heating system or a wood-fired boiler. The ancillary buildings, offering approximately 1,000 m² of usable space, are currently used as garages, development reserves, and storage rooms, and are in good overall condition.

Location

Großweichselbach is located in the Melk district of Lower Austria and can be conveniently reached from Vienna or Linz in about one hour via the Westautobahn (A1). The estate lies southwest of the Hiesberg (558 m above sea level) on the edge of a charming small village, surrounded by lush greenery and directly adjacent to a picturesque forest. Sports and outdoor enthusiasts benefit from a wide range of recreational opportunities, including horseback riding, mountain biking, extensive hiking, and much more.