Esperanzahof
- Extraordinary Farm Stay
About Us
Sleep in a wagon - holidays for nature and animal lovers
On our farm Esperanzahof, we offer three extraordinary wagons incl. WC, shower, kitchenette (cooktops, oven, fridge) and terrace. They are located a bit off Esperanza, our centre for animal-assisted pedagogics, right next to the alpacas’ pasture and the barns where our approx. 80 animals live.
Get to know them better, if you like. Make friends with the animals right next to your front door. If you like, you can help in the barn or join us on a walk with the animals.
Listen to the cackling hens and the hee-hawing donkeys. Walk through the dewy grass. Feel life with all your senses.
On our farm, you’ll wake up between meadows and pasture fences - always close to nature. A holiday outdoors is a wonderful way to find relaxation. Sleeping in a wagon on our farm Esperanza-Hof is a very special experience. Reconnect with yourself, immerse your senses in the sights and sounds of the surroundings, be aware in the present moment.
You can also spend a special time on our farm with your own horses. (There’s space for up to 3 horses.)
The surroundings are ideal for hikes, country walks and cycling tours in the beautiful scenery of the Prealps in the Mostviertel region, Lower Austria. The ravine of the river Erlauf in Purgstall (“Erlaufschlucht”) is a popular destination for day trips and hikes (7 km from our farm).
In winter, the immediate surroundings of our farm are great for contemplative long walks far from the hustle and bustle of large ski resorts. At the same time, Lower Austria’s most attractive winter hot spots are not far. The ski resort “Lackenhof/Ötscher” or the cross-country ski trails in Puchenstuben are a 40-minutes’ drive. The ski resort “Hochkar” is a 1-hour’s drive.
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The magic of a peaceful winter in nature
Nestled in the peaceful scenery smooth winter walks invite you to immerse yourself in nature in silence, far away from the noises and cares. But also the mountains are calling silently: The ski resort on the mountain Ötscher and the cross-country ski trail in Puchenstuben are within a short drive. The majestic hillsides of the ski resort on the mountain Hochkar are a 1-hour’s drive. Here, you can experience winter in all facets at your own pace.
Made with love, delicious and fair ...
Our farm produce - natural treasures from Esperanzahof
We are passionate about creating a special range of products on our farm Esperanzahof. Treasures that nature provides you with. Get to know our hand-made alpaca hair soaps, soft alpaca wool, warm insoles and beanies. Or do something good to your garden by using our alpaca’s manure as a natural fertiliser. Every product reflects our connection with nature - locally sourced and made with love.
Start your stay on our farm Esperanzahof with a large breakfast basked (to be ordered two days before arrival at the latest). It’s filled with fresh bread, home-made jam, locally sourced honey, yoghurt, savoury spreads, butter, milk and eggs from our chicken (subject to availability) for EUR 25 (2 people) or EUR 35 (4 people). A piece of nature for a delicious start of the day - prepared with great care.
Our animals and their home
Esperanza, chaired by Mag.a Martina Kotzina, has been offering animal-assisted pedagogical support for children and teenagers for more than 20 years. More than that, it’s also home to about 70 animals: donkeys, horses, sheep, alpacas, mules, Kunekune pigs, chicken, ducks, budgies, guinea pigs, cats, dogs and a turtle. Let us introduce some of them: the shimmering ducks “Gina”, “Gini”, “Mrs. Horst” and “Lord”, the cats “Stello”, “Rapunzel”, “Moritz” and “Cola” and our dog “Oscar” with his girlfriend “Laika”, the fluffy alpacas “Bella”, “Benita”, “Bibiane”, “Alaya”, “Cosima”, “Ebony”, “Elisa” and “Miele”, our friendly donkeys “Wiggerl”, “Raphael”, “Wilma”, “Rosinante”, “Bernie” and “Benjamin”, our two mules “Mauli” and “Muli”, the horses “Nelson”, “Barcley”, “Jacob”, “Czar” and “Yakari”, our pigs “Leo” and “Sam”, the woolly sheep “Lisa”, “Lotta”, “Elvis”, “Gustav”, “Leon”, “Lilli”, “Willi”, “Ursi”, “Ulli”, “Timo”, “Till”, “Sixtus”, “Mundi”, “Lissi”, “Sunny” and “Orange, the sociable budgies “Willi”, “Menthos”, “Merlin”, “Stitch” and “Lilu”, the bouncy guinea pigs, the colourful flock of chicken and our turtle “Hellena”.
If you’d like to get to know our farm even better, you can help in the barn or join us on a walk with the animals. Our animals are not a mere “petting zoo” nor spineless “therapy animals”. First and foremost, they need ample space, protection and care according to their needs.
We shall be patient and have time for them regularly. And that’s what we love to do!
General Amenities
- Running Water
- Garden
- Pets Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
How to Get Here
- Car
- Bus
- Train
Accepted Payment Methods
- Cash
Languages Spoken On Site
- German
- English
Parking
- Free Parking
- Cycle Shelter
At the Property
- Garden / Meadow
- Farm Products
- Help on the Farm
Amenities in the Unit
- Linen Provided
- Tableware Provided
- Guest Kitchen
- Wood-Fired Stove
- Timber Deck
- Coffee Machine
- Terrace
Catering & Meals
- Breakfast Box
- Self-Catering Stay
Activities at/near the Property
- Accommodation for Horses
- Themed Walks & Nature Trails
- Hiking
Spa Facilities & Treatments
- Walk in the Morning Dew
Business Services
- Seminar Room
Special Features
- Activity Holidays
- Hiking
- Donkey and Llama Walks
- Horse Riding
- Pony Riding
- Swimming
- Traditional Handicrafts
- Experience Farm Activities
- Holidays for Families
- Family-Friendly Properties
- Sustainable Holidays
- Extraordinary Farm Stays
- Historic Farmhouses
- Dogs Allowed
