VILLA HIGH CORNICHE

Very rude owner. We didn’t get the right info about using the kitchen and it resulted in the owner screaming at us during a dinner. “You don’t respect my home”, “This is why I don’t want to continue renting out”. We asked about using the kitchen and they told us that it was okay to prepare meals if we cleaned up by ourselves. If you don’t want people to cook a small meal in your outdoor kitchen then write it or prober inform about it at arrivals. You can also remove pans and pots and write a note saying “only use microwave”. The owner was in the house everyday for many hours roaming around checking that we didn’t do anything she didn’t agree with, so we felt very watched and almost unsafe. Unfortunately we also had a bathroom facing the garden connected to the owners private home resulting in us checking windows before showering or changing, as she looked inside every time she came down to check on us. It was very uncomfortable. So if you’re looking for a vacation spot where you can enjoy alone time with your family or significant other with a nice cooked meal and relaxing together, I would not really recommend this place. It’s a shame as the place and location was gorgeous and the staff were nice.

The bed is comfortable, the room is spacious, well equipped, clean and fresh. The room have also very beautiful landscape and terrace. The staff is very kind. In the mini bar there are wine, beers, water and some snacks. They are also free. The breakfast is also good.

The staff and facilities were fantastic, but non-French speakers beware, as they do not speak very good english, misunderstanigs are bound to happen! Despite being listed as a bed and breakfast, guests are essentially barred from using the amenities. The owner’s behavior was shockingly rude, and she monitored us multiple times a day. She erupted in a hysterical fit when we used the outdoor kitchen, which had all appliances provided. Apparently, cooking there was prohibited, though this was never stated on the website or during the villa tour. When she found us cooking, she stormed in and screamed that we had no respect for the property. Our sincere apologies and explanations that it was a misunderstanding fell on deaf ears. From that moment on, she wouldn’t even look at us, making us feel extremely unwelcome for the remainder of our stay. This experience severely tarnished what could have been a wonderful visit.

It isn’t a place to visit if you dream about spending a vacation where you actually enjoy time in the villa. We had rented three out of the four rooms in the villa and was looking forward to a vacation where we could enjoy a relaxing time gathered as a Family away from the busy city life. We wasn’t informed about the fact that you must not cook in the kitchen, which is funny when there is both oil, pots and pans available for cooking. One evening we gathered the whole family for a homecooked meal and out of the blue the owner stormed in and started shouting that we where disrespectful because whe cooked in the kitchen. We tried takling to her and said that it might be a misunderstanding, but she wouldn’t listen and kept on yelling that we where disrespectful and so on. Even when we apologized she just turned her back and walked away. The whole situation was out of proportions and very unpleasent and unsave. We spent the rest og the holiday tip toing around in the villa because we where afraid of another extreme outburst from the owner. The owner didn’t even apologize or wish us farewell and safe travles as she did with all the other couples who had stayed in the villa. Overall I will not recomend staying in this villa.

Nothing like a usual b&b, rather a 5 star design villa with a cosy ambiance. We've received a warm welcome and were treated wonderfully throughout our stay. We'll be returning!

Hidden gems. Book in advance. Only 4 rooms. Excellent service and breakfast. Rooms and house are full of characters and style. Cosy atmosphere. This was my second stay!

I love it here. Well, what's not to like? The villa sits high above Obernai (though it's only a few minutes away) overlooking parts of the Alsatian valley below and framed by the beautiful Vosges mountain range. On clear days, I am told, you can see the snow-capped Swiss Alps. Beautiful Mont Saint-Odile is also within view, with its old monastery and hilltop chapels. BUT, the beauty of this house is the aesthetic, not only the terraced architecture but also the art and design within the home. It is like a museum but one that you feel comfortable living in. The owners are also owners (with their family) of Europe's largest cruise company, CroisiEurope, so they know how to do hospitality right. In fact, a former maitre d' from one of the ships works here as manager/host. He is professional, warm, personable and a good cook. Breakfast is delicious and made from local products. Hop on an electric bike to get into town and back. I've seldom felt so welcome in a place, and I know I will return. Obernai and the sites within the region are the icing on the tart (or cake, as we say). Two thumbs up for Vllla Haute Corniche!

This ia a very classy place to stay if you visit the beautiful town of Obernai Alsace.