La Chalette is a holiday house in the Black Forest, beautifully situated between Titisee, Schluchsee and Feldberg. It belongs to a farm dating back to 1659 and was once used as a tractor shed. From the outside, you can still see the building’s past, but inside, it feels like a fine wooden box: the walls, floors, ceilings and fixtures are made entirely of silver fir, which is typical of the region. This not only creates a pleasant atmosphere, but also conveys a sense of visual calm thanks to its seamless design. Generous views to the outside and cleverly placed sightlines make the living space feel even larger.
When you open the two historic barn doors on the main terrace, the living room with its sofa (which can be converted into a bed) and wood-burning stove extends up to the gable – with a ceiling height of four metres and old beams. A large window front opens onto the countryside – you can see meadows, fruit trees and the Black Forest peaks on the horizon. A steep wooden staircase leads up to the sleeping loft with a view of the starry sky through a large skylight. Discreet cupboards are integrated at the head of the beds.
The kitchen also makes optimal use of every inch of space with built-in appliances; everything you need for cooking is provided. The seating niche in the glassed-in bay window is particularly charming. In addition to the shower, the bathroom even has room for a freestanding bathtub. The window is set lower so that you can bathe while enjoying the view. The base of an old sewing machine from the neighbouring farm serves as a pedestal for the washbasin.
When the weather is good, life moves outside: La Chalette is surrounded on three sides by terraces and equipped with garden furniture, sun loungers and a barbecue – so you can enjoy the fantastic location, the clear air at an altitude of 1,000 metres and the tranquillity of the hamlet of Raitenbuch.
Pictures: Roland Halbe
What to do
Hiking, climbing, swimming, boating, sightseeing, cross-country skiing, skiing, tobogganing. There are many interesting destinations in the area, such as the Feldberg mountain, Lake Schluchsee or the Wutach Gorge. The Windgfäll Pond is nearby. The shepherd's path—a hike for epicures—starts in the immediate vicinity of the house. It is only a few minutes by to reach several good restaurants (one of them is within walking distance).
Why we like this house
The rustic shed surprises with a modern interior and offers surprisingly great comfort in a small space. The living area is like a viewing platform into nature: it almost feels like being outdoors.
This house is great for
Ideal for two people. However, the house can also be used by three to four people (it is not suitable for families with small children due to the open stairs). La Chalette is also well suited for retreating to work on a creative project.
Details
| Region |
DE – Germany, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Lenzkirch, Raitenbuch Black Forest |
| Name | La Chalette |
| Scenery | At 1000 metres altitude at the upper end of the charming village of Raitenbuch |
| Number of guests | Perfect for 2, max. 4 |
| Completed | 2020 |
| Design | Martin Ohlf (architect), Stuttgart |
| Published | Süddeutsche Zeitung (December 2022), AIT 10/2022, SWR (German TV, November 2021) |
| Awards | Hugo-Häring-Award 2020, Architecture Award Black Forest/South Baden 2022, Baden Architecture Award 2022 |
| Architecture | Old & new |
| Accomodation | Holiday home |
| Criteria | 1-4 (house/apartment), Garden, Hiking, Mountains, Workation |
| Same Partner | Mühlradhof |
| Same Architect | Mühlradhof |
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9 Comments
Das Chalet und der Ort sind einzigartig. Die Schönheit, die Nähe zur Natur und die Ruhe lassen einen zur Entspannung kommen. Die Buchung verlief problemlos, die Kommunikation war sehr freundlich und das Chalet war sehr sauber. Das Chalet ist nur zum weiterempfehlen.
Wir haben das Wochenende in dem tollen Häuschen “La Chalette” in dieser Traumlage sehr genossen. Es ist alles wunderschön und liebevoll eingerichtet. Perfekt um mal abzuschalten und die Seele baumeln zu lassen.
Vielen Dank für diesen besonderen Ort.
Perfekte Kombination von Einfachheit und Komfort. Wir waren ein paar Tage in La Chalette bei der ganzen Bandbreite an Novemberwetter: Bei Sonnenschein spaziert es sich wunderbar durch die umliegende Landschaft, bei Regen liegt es sich herrlich unter dem Dachfenster, bei Frost sitzt es sich behaglich vor dem Feuer.
Erholung pur! Traumhafte Lage und liebevoll designtes Häuschen. Ein Ort zum entspannen und Akkus auftanken. Perfekt um den schönen Schwarzwald zu entdecken und die Natur zu genießen.
Wunderbar! Einer von diesen ganz besonderen Orten, von denen man nicht einmal seinen besten Freunden gern erzählt. Man möchte ihn ganz für sich allein haben, und das immer wieder.
Eine traumhaftschöne Unterkunft — sehr durchdacht mit vielen besonderen Details in super Lage.
Eine fantastische Unterkunft. Mit viel Liebe im Detail liegt das Häuschen in wunderbarer Landschaft. Sehr empfehlenswert.
Ein tolles, liebevoll gestaltetes Häuschen mit viel Komfort und Ruhe.
Mega!!