Sunset in the Dolomites

Perched on a working farm in the South Tyrolean village of Gais, this apartment earns its keep through a panoramic terrace where the Dolomites fill the horizon at golden hour – the kind of view you linger over long after the plates are cleared. Inside, warm Alpine character carries through the living area, with a large dining table that makes it easy to settle in as a group. A welcome drink is included, breakfast can be arranged for a fee, and you can buy produce straight from the farm's vegetable patch. The surrounding region delivers year-round, too. The charming town of Brunico, as well as Kronplatz, one of the Dolomites' most accessible ski and hiking areas, are close at hand.

Home truths:
* At full occupancy, two guests will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area.
* If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot and high chair on request. It's worth flagging this when you book so everything is ready on arrival.
* A welcome drink with the hosts is included upon arrival, and they are more than happy to arrange guided tours of the farm upon request. They also provide discounts for a nearby spa.
* In summer, free rental of hiking poles is included with your stay. In winter, you'll have free snowshoe rentals. Your host also provides a Bruneck Kronplatz Card for your adventures in South Tyrol, which includes free public transportation.