A truly idyllic spot nestled in the sleepy little village of Schützen. This family business was run by Walter Eselböck for many years, and now his daughter Barbara and her husband, Alain Weissgerber, have taken over the reins. With a deft hand, the chef-patron creates dishes that seamlessly merge regional flavours, international inspirations and classic French techniques. A prime example is the super-fresh carabinero, grilled to perfection and served in its shell with a delicately spiced brunoise of local peppers and a nutty, aromatic beurre blanc made from brown butter. The impressive wine list features a wide range of labels from Austria and France. Always on hand, warm-hearted and obliging, Barbara Eselböck proves herself to be a natural-born hostess. With its charmingly elegant restaurant and wonderful sheltered terrace, as well as tastefully decorated guestrooms and a private swimming pond in the garden, there are plenty of delightful areas in which to unwind. There is also a small grocery shop on site.