Visitor Testimonials & Professional Reviews

June 2008, Frau Gertrude Krug, Senior Hotel Inspector from Edelweiss organisation
"I have inspected around 1,400 Apartment houses in my career, and I would say that Villa Caroline is in the Top Ten of all the Tiroler-Style houses I have seen in the Tirol."

September 2011. The Di Mezza Family.
We had wonderful days in this wonderful house! We want to coma back as soon as possible! Thank you for all!

August 2011. From the Jones family, from County Wicklow, Ireland:
We had the most amazing time. Villa Caroline was the perfect place to stay, the views were amazing and the apartment is so luxurious. We would highly recommend it. Karen is a true professional, so helpful. We will definitely return.

July 2011. From Mr and Mrs Van Schoonhovern, The Netherlands.
What can we add to all the previous written superlatives? Villa Caroline is a top experience for us in all respects. We felt like on the bridge of the luxury ship “Caroline”, sailing between the mountains of the Rosshutte and the Harmelekopf.

Mr and Mrs Steel........It was very nice meeting you; we love your beautiful villa!

6th April 2011. Carol Summers – Bermuda.
"I have just spent two weeks at Villa Caroline with my sister and Family (Ressle) and I have to say that it was the best holiday ever – primarily because of the wonderful Villa Caroline! It was so luxurious but cosy and comfortable at the same time, with exquisite views thrown in! What more can one ask! It was the perfect setting for the birthday celebrations.

Karen is a gem and made us feel so welcome. I do hope we get to stay there again, and it was well worth the 3,000 mile trek from Bermuda! "

28th March 2011. Lynda and Fritz Ressle and Family. Hilden, Germany (Two Apartments)
"(1) We had a truly wonderful holiday, everything was perfect, even the weather was kind to us. For the first time the whole family had enough room to enjoy each other’s company and to avoid one another if necessary! I am pleased to say that we are all still speaking to one another and would very much like to repeat the holiday next year. The Apartments are perfect for us, and you really had thought of everything. Kindest Regards."

13th March 2011: Family Vandepoele, Oostende, Belgium (Two Apartments)
"(1) A promise is a promise – here we are again! This time with the complete family. Again it was a splendid holiday to recall with nostalgia. Lily, Maxim and Elise had it to their liking, like all the others. Tomorrow, the tears will come up, when we depart.

(2) It really is a magnificent apartment in a very beautiful setting. We are always warmly welcomed and hope to come back many years. Because we love it here!

(3) Thank you Karen, you are a wonderful woman. From Claudine.

Thanks to you everything is perfect!! "

20th February 2011: Family de Bruin. Nunspeet, Holland
"We have enjoyed our holiday together with our two daughters and especially the stay in Apartment 3. The apartment is, in one word – EXCELLENT !!. Fully equipped with all luxury.

A view really amazing. Hospitality – excellent!

Karen – thank you for your hospitality, superb! In this house you feel at home.

To Florine and Kirsten (Karen’s children):
‘On behalf of our children, thank you for playing together” – Odette and Carlijn "

3rd February 2011: The Hardy Family, Harrogate,UK
"A very lovely Apartment – well set up and wonderfully well run."

7th January 2011: David & Jane Macdonald – E.Sussex, UK
"Another wonderful holiday here at Villa Caroline. Thank you to Karen, and all concerned. WE’LL BE BACK !!"

2nd January, 2011. Family van Wamelen – The Netherlands
"We again had a fantastic week! Really enjoyed the beautiful apartment. We hope to be able to come back again. Karen – thank you very much for your warm hospitality and good care!"

29th December 2010: The Lincoln Family – London, UK
"As soon as we walked into the apartment we knew we could not fail to have a wonderful time here – even if we just stayed inside and looked out at the beautiful view. There has been such an attempt at excellence and providing a welcoming environment – down to the Xmas tree! Many thanks to Karen et al for helping make this such a special Christmas."

Sept ’10. The Mayle Family, Shropshire, UK.
"We’ve had a fantastic week in Seefeld, the Villa is absolutely superb and had everything we could have wanted – including the beautiful views! The tips on where to eat were great, we’ve enjoyed trying two new places out - and there are so many gorgeous local walks to burn off all that food. Special thanks to Karen for making it all so easy, and especially for accommodating our late arrival time!"

Thank you! Richard & family.

7 August’ 10. The Pettingale Family, Ipswich,UK.
"Brilliant apartment, wonderful views and everything we needed. Karen is a great host, the only thing she couldn’t sort out was the weather! Really enjoyed some of the food, especially the Tirolean Weinstube. Really enjoyed the pool and both mini-golf courses. Thanks for a great holiday."

Holly.

24 July’10 . Dr D.Anton, & Dr L. Hodges Barrington, UK.
"A wonderful week. A warm honeymoon, tremendous apartment and great weather. An anniversary to remember."

27 June’10. Claire & Aidan Redahan, Dublin, Ireland.
"Dear Karen, thank you so much for all your help and kindness. Villa Caroline was just what the doctor ordered. Fantastic location, fantastic weather, even more fantastic apartment. We’ll be back for sure."

Many thanks again, Claire & Aidan

5 June10 Angela & Andy Coldwell, UK
"Spent the week in Apt 4 for our Honeymoon – absolutely fantastic! Views amazing, beautiful, nothing has been forgotten & the floor heating in the bathrooms is wonderful!

Have had a fantastic week & Karen is a wonderful hostess, so friendly & helpful. The Welcome Pack was great – just what we needed after a long journey. We have loved the luxury of it all & will be back for one of our anniversaries – it will always be a special place for us ."

THANK YOU !!

Angela & Andy X

5 April 2010 Harry & Mia Van Edom - Charles & Christiane Aussens
"Net als vorig jaar een schitterende vakantie; verwennen, daar weet Karn alles van. Prachtig huis waarin alles voorzien is om het je aangenaam te maken."

Thank you very much! Harry

Harry & Mia Van Edom Charles & Christiane Aussens
"Same as last year - a wonderful holiday ; Karen helps you make your stay pleasant. Splendid house, well equipped to make your holiday enjoyable."

Thank you very much! Harry

28 March 2010  Pidduck Middx U K
"Generous , comfortable accommodation, can’t fault it at all! Hope to be back"

28 March 2010  Caterine Gantrey
"Absolutely brilliant. Loved staying here."

28 March 2010  Ali Davies UK
"We had a wonderful stay - apartment was stunning with all mod cons but with all those homely touches that really make it “home from home!” Karen is very hospitable and very helpful. Will definitely be back."

Ali Davies

March 2010  Aad en Coby Limburg, Hoekschewaard, Nederland.
"Een hele maand maart genoten van het appartement, van de sneeuw, zon en vooral de gezelligheid in het dorp Seefeld. Jammer dat wij hier niet terug kunnen komen, maar we hebben weer een nieuwe plek gevonden. Maar zoals heir, Villa Caroline Apnr.2, krijgen wej vast nooit meer. De familie, Karen-Peter-en Kinderen, was heel gezellig. Wij zien elkaar vast weer. Veel goeds en ‘n dankjewel."

Met ‘ n lieve groet, Aad en Coby

March 2010  Aad and Coby Limburg, Hoekschewaard, the Netherlands"
"A whole month we enjoyed the apartment, the snow, sun and especially the nearness of Seefeld. What a pity that we cannot come back here, but we found a new accommodation. But we probably not find a place like Villa Caroline ever again. The family, Karen, Peter and children, was very sociable. We will meet again. All the best and thank you."

With a lovely greeting, Aad and Coby.

27 March 10  Barr and Harris Family N. Yorkshire
"Wonderful apartment and Karen couldn’t be more helpful – will definitely be back – had a really great week. Really appreciated our welcome hamper (Noel) and had all we needed here - thank you very very much."

March 2010 Family BG
"Seit mehr als 30 Jehren kommen wir nach Seefeld und haben schon viele Ferienwohnungen kennengelernt. Ihre gehort zu den schonsten. Sie, liebe Frau Karen, waren immer auberordentlich freundlich und zuvorkommend. Hi...ur herzlichen Dank! Ihre Familie B.G"

March 2010 Family BG
"For more than 30 years we have come to Seefeld and have got to know many holidays apartments. Yours is one of the most beautiful.

You, dear Karen, was always enormously friendly and courteous."

Thank you very much for this!

Family BG

30 January 2010 Family Zellhofer
"Ein wunderschoner Urlaub in der Villa Caroline geth leidez zu Ende.

Es---r so toll dass wir bestimmt wieder kommen warden!

Ein herzliches Danke Schon an Karen fur die liebe Betreuung vor Ort.

Bis zum nachsten Mal!

A wonderful holiday in Villa Caroline unfortunately it ends now. It was so great, that we will come back for sure! A warm thank you for Karen for the loving care there.

Till next time!"

Nina, Andreas & Stella Zelhofer and Charlotte Siegenthaler

5 January 2010 - December 2008 – August 2009 - Sg Mauro Giansante.
“VILLA CAROLINE”! Non e possible pensare di non tornare

VILLA CAROLINE! It is impossible to think of not coming back.

2 January 2010 Lyora Raab
"Nous avons passe un sejour formidable dans ce superb chalet. Merci pour cette experience et votre ….warm. Dans l’attent de revenir vous voir tres prochainement. A bientot!

Famile RAAB

We have passed a stupendous week in this superb chalet. Thank you for this experience and your warm reception. We wait to come again and to see you before long. ‘Till then! Family RAAB"

30 October 2009 London England

"Family Mead

An amazing 6 days at Villa Caroline. The weather has been stunning, sunshine and blue skies all week! We love the Villa and its location and views and all it provides. It will be hard to follow. Thanks to Karen and Sylvia for all their help too. Hope to be back!"

Jonathan, Caroline, Simeon & James Mead

23 October 2009
"Mackenzie from Scotland (age 7 years - with a drawing of the table tennis).

Mackenzie and Jordan really enjoyed the table tennis and Connect 4. I really liked the apartment because it had lots of detail in the rooms."

Thank you Karen.

22 October 2009  Swanston Family, Scotland
"Thank you very much for the most memorable 5 days of our holiday. The scenery was outstandingly beautiful and the location was absolutely perfect. One of the best family holidays we have ever been on! The apartment was just perfect, all our needs and wants were easily met and exceeded. Karen was lovely and extremely helpful. She could not have made us feel more welcome."

Thank you for a wonderful holiday, X

22 October 2009  Ryan Family
"Fabulous apartment. Every little detail well thought through. Welcome pack was a lovely touch. It was a pleasure to deal with Karen Will definitely be back. Thanks for everything."

6 June ‘2009  Familie Formella
"Wir kommen schon seit uber 10 Jahren nach Seefeld. Aber eine so comfortable Wohnung haben wir noch nich angetroffen. Wir bedanen uns fur die freundliche Atmosphare und werden im Agust wiederkommen."

Wolfgang and Renate Formella.

"For more than 10 years we have visited Seefeld. But never have we come across a so comfortable accommodation (home). We thank you for the friendly atmosphere and will come again in August."

Wolfgang and Renate Formella

23 May 2009 Wormstones (Yvelle, Michael and Oliver)
"A wonderful week – what a fantastic apartment! Thank you to Karen for all your help. We had a fantastic time! (they signed with a smiley face)

Oliver made a drawing, which was signed

“with love from Oliver X 23/05/09” "

23 March’ 09 Harry van Edom
"Zeer hartelijk ontvangen door Karen! Prachige flat met alle nodige comfort. Je kon niet beter terechtokemen.

Very warm welcome by Karen! Beautiful apartment with all necessary comfort. One could not end up in a better accommodation.

And the review of the parents in law of their child(son/daughter) who they travelled with:"

23 March’ 09 Charles and Christiane Ausseus-Coeckelbergh, Belgie
"Zeer mooi appartement, mooi ingericht, prachtig zicht, kort bij centrum en alle comfort ter plaatse.

(very lovely apartment, beautifully decorated, magnificient views, close to the town centre and all comfort at hand.) "

Cheers, Karen.

22nd September 2009, Roberto Duchini, Italy
"The house is situated in an optimal position with a wonderful view. The cosy and elegant apartment, though of everything to the smallest detail, is fully equipped. What makes a holiday very special, even rainy days are pleasant in a so comfortable ambiance!

A very special thank you to Karen for her kindness and great helpfulness. We will come back for sure!"

5th-12th September 2009, Fam. Van Aken and Besling (apt 4), Fam Van Lindert (apt 3), Fam. Koolwijk and Van Dijk/Troost (apt2), Holland
"Last year's experience made us decide to spend our mountain holiday also this year in Seefeld. Knowing that we would be sure of a marvelous accommodation, Karen's great service and a wonderful surrounding. The beautiful weather enabled us to walk up high in the mountains as well as along the 'See-en' (lakes). We really enjoyed ourselves! Thank you very much."

22nd August 2009, Brian, Pam & Robert, West Berkshire, England
"Great apartment with fantastic views. Best we have stayed in having been to Seefeld before. Everything you can think of supplied and Karen is really helpful. Will definitely come again next year.

Fantastic weather and miles of great walking!"

21st August 2009, Neil, Sharon & kids, Snowdonia, Wales, UK
"We have tried to find something 'not supplied' in the Villa... and failed. (You even supply shopping bags!)

Breathtaking da's in the Mountains - kids in the pool! Fun nights with 'Uno' and the Raclette Set.

A home from home, a break well earned but made so complete by the standards of the Villa and the beauty of Seefeld. Thank you so much!"

9th August 2009, Carol & Robert Goldingay, Chantal, Barry, Freya & Sheila Nill, England
"Wonderful holiday had by all. The apartment is fabulous. We love everything about it and couldn't have asked for more. Karen is very welcoming and helpful- a lovely lady.

Quote from Freya (4 1/2 years old): 'I love it here. I don't want to go. I'm enjoying myself so much!'

Freya especially enjoyed the toys from the playroom. We hope to be back next year."

9th August 2009, Lyon Family, Ireland
"A wonderful apartment with superb attention to detail. Beautifully and tastefully decorated and all possible conveniences provided. From our first e-mail contact, Karen was professional, warm and friendly. Terrific location for walking & touring through this picture perfect landscape."

1st August 2009, Family Fischlin, Alois, Claudia, Celine, Nicole + Simon aus Brunnen, Switzerland
"1 Week of holiday, good weather, good food; but especially a great holiday residence. Very lovingly decorated, everything is there! This is how to enjoy the holidays. Thanks for everything. Possibly til next time."

18th July 2009, Family Slott- Jensen and Bredal, Denmark
"Thank you for a wonderful stay and thank you for your personal attendance and help.

We would like to praise you and Villa Caroline. We believe Villa Caroline is setting the highest standard for private apartment as an exclusive possibility for a stay in Tyrol/Austria. We are thankful to have been able to take part.

Contributing to this perfect holiday is of course the landscape, the Seefeld area and the many possibilities offered to us by the area an din particular the Villa Caroline. Again, thank you for a wonderful stay."

6th June 2009, Herr Wolfang Formella, Germany
"We come to Seefeld for over 10 years now and live in Villa Caroline for the second time.

Of all the accommodations we had until now, this is the best. Not only the accommodation appealed to us, but especially the warm welcome of Karen and her good service too. We hope that we will see each other next year again."

29th March 2009, Karen, Darren, Charli, Shannon McClelland, Liverpool, England
"I've got to say "I have been to many places around the world and this place is got to be the best place I've stayed." It's real home from home. We've been welcomed so much by Karen and Peter. I would definitely book to come back again."

28th March 2009, Carl, Andi, Lluke Emily & Abbi Gardner, Liverpool, England
"What a fantastic place, a real home from home. Karen and Peter are great hosts and Noel and Sheila have thought of every necessity. Didn't think we could love Seefeld any more, but Caroline has made our stay perfect. Hopefully we'll be back from Christmas."

14th March 2009, - Willeke Schut and Joke Boer, Papendrecht in The Netherlands
"What words do we use to describe perfection? Everything we wish for to have a fantastic winter holiday (which we will often recall to mind) is here.

- a comfortable, modern accommodation with a magnificent view
- a beautiful bathroom with a shower which you can’t leave (correct English?)
- wonderful large and soft bathtowels
- and a fully equiped kitchen, appointed (?) into detail
- all of this available at walkind distance from the town (centre) with its many walking possibilities
- a very warm welcome, in short it felt like home
- our principal is never to visit a place or accommodation more than once, but…."

13th March 2009, - Anne-Marie and Gérard Jourdan, France
"A warm welcome, a fabulous apartment, everything for a very pleasant stay in Seefeld."

7th March 2009, - Alina, Briana, Dragos and Victoria Raduc, England
"We had a wonderful time here at Villa Caroline. We were welcomed very friendly by Karen. We felt like home in the apartment and were impressed by all the details. The views from the apartment are amazing. We will definitely come back. We also want to mention the nice ski-ing experience. Thank you."

1st March 2009, - Grahame and Janet Ingram, Richard and Karen Cleave. Devon, England
" Whilst Seefeld provided an ideal setting for our mixed group of skiers (cross-country and downhill), Villa Caroline was the perfect accommodation choice - comfort and luxury, and all within walking distance of ski-ing amenities. We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would like also to thank Karen for her welcome and friendliness, and to Noel for his flexibility.
We will be back! Grahame."

February 2009, - Viola Kendall
"My first impression of Seefeld is it's a very beautiful place. We had a lovely welcome from Karen, and the Apartment is even better than the photo's suggest. The Welcome Pack - what a wonderful idea, just what you need after a long journey!
The children loved the toys provided and we loved the table tennis, and coming home from a restaurant and watching the DVD's that were provided. We will definitely be back in the Summer to do some walking. Thanks for a fantastic time."

February 2009, - Pamela Manley
"I have had a wonderful and fabulous time at Villa Caroline - the views from the apartment are breathtaking. Karen is very friendly and the Welcome Pack she leaves is fantastic, and just what we need when we first arrive. It was nice watching the skiers come down while we had our lunch on the balcony. We shall be back. Thank you."

27th February 2009, - Andrew, Vanessa and kids van Lelyveld, Luxembourg
"Beautiful place, excellent service! The snow is something unbelievable to experience!!"

22nd February 2009, - Chris, Dawn, Callum and Gareth Aldridge, Devon
"A superb, well equipped apartment, beautifully furnished and with absolutely stunning views. Thank you Noel and Karen for an extremely friendly and welcoming reception and making our stay a real home from home.
Simply the best! We all hope to be back again. xx"

14th February 2009, - Sirpa, Janne, Mika and Tanja, Finland
"Thank you for a very pleasant stay. The Villa served as an excellent base for our full week of cross country and alpine ski-ing delight.
Looking forward to be back."

7th February 2009, - Gerd and Annette from Aachen (Germany)
"A spacious, really tastefully decorated house! The housemanagers Karen and Peter created a cheerfull and friendly atmosphere. We felt very comfortable & pleasant. Thank you!"

3rd February 2009, - Sarah, Peter, Bertie and Charlie Kemp, Cambridge
"Such a fantastic, gorgeous and luxurious villa! So glad we stayed here! Fantastic attention to detail and quality. Faultless service from Karen, who has been so friendly and helpful! Oh, and we had a great time ski-ing and at the swimming pool too! xxx
(Thank you also Noel for being so flexible with our dates) x "

1st February 2009, - Dave and Elaine Jones
"We have enjoyed another holiday here at Villa Caroline. What a wonderful place to stay! We never want to leave, but we will be back in Summer".

1st February 2009, - Philip and Diane Andrews, Preston
"Noel and Sheila - what a special place you have created - well done.
We have been to Seefeld many times before, but never in Winter. We have had a lovely time and are sorry to leave, but looking forward to a return visit. Our thanks also to Karen who has been helpful and friendly."

1st February 2009, - Adele and Chris Finch
"We have been to Seefeld many times, and this has been our best! Fantastic accommodation, just like home from home! Karen could not have been more welcoming, so helpful and friendly. Thank you"

24th January 2009, - The Svantesson Family, Sweden
Emma Svantesson - age 13 years. "We love this place - it is so adorable. I hope we will come back in the future. Villa Caroline makes you feel you're at home. I/we loved it".

17-24th January 2009, - Maarten Willemsen, Lisette & Monique van Wamelen (The Netherlands)"What a wonderful, comfortable apartment, fitted with all modern conveniences. We have had a superb week and hope to come back some time. Thanks for the warm hospitality!"

19th January 2009, - Neil Burrows
"Luxury accommodation combined with spectacular views from every window makes Villa Caroline a truly magical place to stay!"

19th January 2009, - Chris Nicholson, England
"Wow! What a wonderful place. Thank you making our stay so enjoyable. You have thought of everything! This really did feel like 'Home from Home - but with under floor heating and a better shower! Wonderful."

- The cable car ride from Rosshütte up to Seefelder Joch
- The Schnitzel at Möserer See Alm
- The slog up to Nördlinger Hütte
- The goulash soup at the top!
- Snuggling up on the sofa watching Sheila’s collection o DVD’s!

Amazing apartment – the perfect balance of space and luxury. A real find, particularly for people with young families. Karen is wonderful and made our stay as simple as it could be, providing a warm welcome and helpful advice on local activities. We will be coming back."

10th October 2008, - Family Van Aken, The Netherlands
"Translating feelings onto paper is more something for writers and poets, but if we give it a try, the following must be notes down:
- Exceptionally beautiful accommodation.
- The inspiration of Mrs Karen van Helviort is indispensable and charming.
- The area abundantly provided us with walking possibilities.
- Our group of friends has had a magnificient and sporting holiday.

Thank you very much from all of us!"

14th July 2008, - Dave and Elaine Jones
“We have had our best holiday in Seefeld yet, mainly due to the fabulous apartment and not to the weather!"

11th July 2008, - Cheryl and Garry Mehew
“Having stayed in numerous ‘Tyrolean’ types of accommodation over the years, I can confidently say that Villa Caroline was the most spacious and comfortable, and with THE most luxurious bathrooms. We particularly liked the way you had incorporated the traditional features of the fireplace, dining area and pine wood whilst creating a light and modern feel to the Apartment, and the “Welcome Pack” was most appreciated!"

11th July 2008, - Kate and Richard Worker
“Fantastic holiday, made all the better by great apartment and the facilities within. Seefeld is a fabulous place with plenty of accessible attractions and walks. Good restaurants and places to eat. Danke for the fantastic time!"

August 2008, Family Marinetti - Italy
"We are happy to have been in a really beautiful and hospitable place (and Apartment). Thank you for evrything! And see you soon."