About this property

Historic Charm: Chalet Elza in Lauterbrunnen offers a unique apartment experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy garden and terrace views, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Modern Amenities: The apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom, and a cosy fireplace. Additional amenities include a washing machine, balcony, and free on-site parking. Convenient Location: Located 140 km from Zurich Airport, Chalet Elza is 1.9 km from Staubbach Falls and 12 km from Interlaken Ost Train Station. Activities such as skiing and hiking are available nearby. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive host, convenient location, and impeccable cleanliness, Chalet Elza ensures a comfortable and memorable stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Eduardo
Netherlands Netherlands
Dave, our host, was exceptionally kind with our luggage and checking in to make sure everything was ok with our stay. We will greatly miss the cabin, the valley and Wilson, the cat.
Jodi
Australia Australia
Chalet Elza was perfect! The location was great just out of town avoiding the hustle and bustle. The chalet was clean, spacious and comfortable. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.
Kerri
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The proprietor Dave gave us all the knowledge we needed to get around the area. Such great links to some of Switzerlands best hikes & villages. What a beautiful location - felt like a local.
Jacqueline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We were met at the station by the host, who collected us and our bags in his car and drove us to the chalet. He had a baggage carrier to carry our bags up the path to the door, and showed us around, explaining how to use the washing machine and...
Chiew
Singapore Singapore
The hosts were very helpful & accommodating. They helped us ferry our luggage over so that we can tour the town. The chalet was spacious & very welcoming. We had a great time there. Wished we could have stayed longer there.
Samuel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location, well equipped and very attentive hosts.
Jiongjun
Singapore Singapore
Chalet Elza has everything we need for a wonderful experience. Owner Dave was super helpful and friendly as well. We will definitely be back our next Switzerland trip! Of course, Wilson the resident cat was mighty cute! We felt extra safe with...
Sahana
Germany Germany
A Truly Magical Stay at Chalet Elza! Our stay at Chalet Elza in Lauterbrunnen was nothing short of perfect. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by Dave, the host, who went above and beyond to make our experience smooth and...
Barak
Switzerland Switzerland
Beautiful place, with a fireplace, grill, nice living room and spacious rooms. Really lovely place. The owner was very attentive and helpful, provided sledges, got us whatever we needed and advice on where to go, as well as drove us to town and...
Виктория
Israel Israel
It’s incredibly quiet place with a wood house of a dream - cozy beds with illustration, aromatic fireplace inside and outside the house, bbq place, big field for a private place spending. Manager Dave was so polite and friendly- all services he...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Dave and Patricia

10
Host review score
Dave and Patricia
Our chalet dates back to the 1800s and was fully renovated by us in November 2022. It features two separate apartments under one roof, each spread over two floors. Both apartments have their own private entrance, outdoor seating area, living room, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, and two bedrooms. In front of the chalet, you’ll find a spacious shared garden with several seating areas, fire pits, and BBQs. To ensure a calm atmosphere for everyone, we kindly ask guests not to use the front garden after 20:00 and instead enjoy their own private outdoor areas. We bought the chalet in 2018 and immediately began transforming it into a guesthouse. Over the years, we completed several major renovations, including raising the ceilings to create bright, comfortable spaces while preserving the charm of the original building.
Patricia and I (Dave) have been living in Switzerland for 15 years, and we’re proud parents of two children, Daniel and Veronika. After so many years in this beautiful region, we’ve come to know the area—and its people—very well. We both enjoy the wide variety of outdoor activities available here. At home, we love gardening, cooking, and spending time on our hobbies, such as carpentry and reading. Patricia comes from a background in the hotel industry, while I work locally as a handyman. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about the property or the surrounding area. We value family, hard work, cleanliness, and friendliness, and we look forward to welcoming you.
A river runs right beside the house, and the parking area connects directly to the main road for easy access. There’s also a bicycle path nearby that links to both Lauterbrunnen and Interlaken. The center of Lauterbrunnen is just a 10-minute walk away, or a quick 2-minute trip by bus or car. Our location is perfect for exploring the region, with easy access to Trümmelbach Falls, Jungfraujoch, Giessbach, Schynige Platte, Harderkulm, Blausee, Kandersteg, Wengen, and many other beautiful destinations.
Languages spoken: German,English,Dutch,Slovak

Property surroundings

House rules

Chalet Elza takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Chalet Elza in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.