Design-Villa Waldfrieden

On the sunny side of the Elbe in Schmilka, a village quarter of Bad Schandau. This 4-star design villa sits riverfront with views of the Schrammsteine and is inside the Saxon Switzerland area, close to Pravcicka Gate and the national park. Major sights like Toskana Therme and regional attractions are within easy reach.

A completely renovated, turn-of-the-century landmark with ornate wooden balconies and biocentric restoration. The property sits in a two-hectare park with its own Elbe meadow and a small beach. Eight guestrooms feature extravagant, travel-inspired interiors — think Spain, China, India and Japan — each with private bathrooms, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Garden paths, rare trees and evening cypress scents make the grounds linger-worthy.

On-site restaurant, massage room and sauna for a compact wellness vibe. Picnic and barbecue areas, concierge and a tour desk to book local hikes and transfers. Free self-parking and elevator access. Wake up to Elbe-breeze mornings and stroll straight into parkland and river views.

A restaurant on the premises plus a complimentary buffet breakfast served daily from 7:30 AM to noon. Simple, steady starts before heading out to the national park or local thermal baths.