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WHY SHOULD WE STAY AT THE SAINT ANTHONY COTTAGE?
Relax and absolute tranquillity in a luxurious accommodation.
The Saint Anthony Cottage is a unique accommodation facility. No exaggeration. It unites the cosiness of genuine mountain cottages and modern technology to treat our guests with comfort and relaxation, all in one exceptional place. The cottage is a semi-solitary house in a picturesque Stará Ves village with a view over the valley with a brook and the U Borovice lookout tower dominating the hill on the horizon. The vicinity is perfect for beautiful bike trips and walks in absolute privacy. The central square of Vysoké nad Jizerou town is only ten minutes on foot. The town gives unique views of the Jizera and Giant Mountains. All around, you feel absolute freedom; you don’t see any fences around the buildings and are in direct contact with the mountain landscape. The cottage interior is a warm and welcoming place where old Bohemian tradition meets modern design in harmony. Natural materials and warm colours, all fine-tuned to the last detail so that you can make the most of your holiday. That is the only way you will be happy to come back.
WHAT DIFFERENTIATES US FROM OTHER MOUNTAIN COTTAGES?
From the beginning, we designed the Saint Anthony Cottage as a generous, luxurious accommodation facility in harmony with nature. The interior is a relaxing place where old Bohemian traditions meet modern trends. In a nutshell, we wanted to provide one of the best accommodation services within the borderland area between the Jizera and the Giant Mountains. The cottage is a perfect fit for demanding guests who appreciate the romantic nostalgia of the past with modern comfort. We love keeping our guests happy and doing our utmost to become your best choice. When building the Saint Anthony Cottage, we drew inspiration and extensive know-how from the previous cottage in the neighbourhood, conceived similarly. We have been living there happily for ten years already. This allows us to take good care of our guests and regular cleaning, bringing us to our mission’s heart – cleanliness and happy guests are the keys. We are not talking in clichés – you can trust us. We regularly clean every tiny corner and even hidden spots. Should you need any help – we are here at your service.
Besides our focus on active customer care and personal approach, the second important pillar of our work is the investments we have put in for your comfort without the slightest regret. We have used only premium building materials to provide superior comfort for your holiday stay, be it a relaxing time or an active vacation.
Last but not least, the landscape is simply charming. The living room and the patio offer breathtaking scenic views of the vicinity, surrounded by the majestic mountains.
We wanted our house to be romantic, cosy and welcoming. All floors are heated, and hot water will always be available. On top of that, the wood-burning stove on the ground floor serves as the primary heating source and conjures a dreamy mood – just watch the flames and listen to the wood crackling sounds.
WHAT ABOUT INTERNET CONNECTION AND WI-FI?

Of course, Wi-Fi is available in the entire cottage and the garden is covered, too. You will receive the password upon arrival.

CAN WE BRING OUR DOG WITH US?

We love dogs, but they are not allowed at the cottage. They could damage the interior and pose a threat to future guests suffering from pet allergies. As a result, no dogs and other pets are allowed in the cottage. Yes, this applies even to your little, well-behaved puppy. We are sorry, no exceptions.

HOW FAR ARE THE CLOSEST SKI RESORTS?

The Saint Anthony Cottage is an ideal base camp for ski holidays. The Šachty Family Ski Resort is within 5 minutes by car. It is equipped with an artificial snow system and dotted with all necessary services, such as a ski rental and repair shop and a restaurant. It is a perfect destination for family skiing as one of the hills is dedicated to the little ones. There is a children’s park and a ski school where your children can learn the basics and advanced skiing techniques at affordable prices. Find more at: www.skisachty.cz/en
Only a 10-minute car ride separates you from the closest chairlift. We recommend the Paseky Ski Resort www.skipaseky.cz/en and the Rejdice Ski Resort www.rejdice.cz. One of the longest ski slopes in the Czech Republic can be found in Rokytnice nad Jizerou, 15 to 20 minutes away, depending on the available parking spots.
Within a 20-minute ride, you will reach the Harrachov Sports Facility  www.skiareal.com/zima
After all sports activities, you can enjoy a moment of pure relaxation in our sauna or the outdoor hot tub. Choose from an indoor Finnish sauna in poplar wood and the outdoor heated barrel tub with a beautiful scenic view over the valley. Please book your hot tub upon arrival; we will happily heat it up for the day and time you choose. Imagine a white winter landscape. Relax in a hot bath and feast your eyes on the mountain scenery around you…

WHERE CAN WE GO CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING?

There are countless well-maintained trails nearby. If there is enough snow, you can put on your ski by the cottage and within 5 minutes, you will reach the trail leading to the Šachty Ski Resort. We recommend beautiful cross-country trails in Štěpánka cross-country resort.

https://www.skisachty.cz/en/zima/bezky/

ARE THERE ANY BIKING TRAIL NETWORKS OR RECOMMENDED ITINERARIES FOR A WALK?

There are so many charming places that you will be tempted to return again and again. The terrain is perfectly suitable for walks and mountain and road bikes alike. Get inspired by the following itinerary suggestions:

Suggestions for a walk:
info.vysokenadjizerou.cz/vylet-pesky/

Tips for bike tours:
info.vysokenadjizerou.cz/tipy-na-cyklo-vylet/

Nearby lookout towers:
info.vysokenadjizerou.cz/rozhledny-v-okoli/

Excellent coffee:
www.kafujeme.cz/Kontakty-a2_0.htm

IS SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE COTTAGE?

Smoking is not allowed in the cottage and adjacent structures. The property is equipped with smoke detectors.. However, nothing keeps you from enjoying a cigarette, a cigar or a pipe in the outdoor patio.

WHY IS ENERGY CONSUMPTION CHARGED EXTRA?

The price for the accommodation does not include the electricity and water consumption as well as the local tourist tax.
Why is that so? We are as transparent and open to our guests as possible. Some people content themselves with a 3-minute shower; others need 30 minutes. Some sleep with open windows, others prefer 25°C. Some go to the sauna three times a day, while others do not use it at all. Everybody has the right to consume as much energy as they want at their own expense. We consider it as a fair treatment.

CAN I GET A DISCOUNT?

We aim to provide the best accommodation service within the Jizera and the Giant Mountains borderlands. We receive positive feedback from our guests, and most of them come back regularly. Since the beginning, we have aimed to become a charming holiday destination for our clients and have no intention to pander with discounted offers. Give us a chance, and we promise you will admire every single detail of our cottage, and we will treat you with love and respect.
Everything has its price, and the Saint Anthony Cottage only fits some budgets. Nevertheless, the exclusivity of the accommodation needs to be taken into account. Should you need a budget option in the Stará Ves village and its surroundings, you will find several cheaper alternative solutions in Vysoké nad Jizerou.

WHAT TO DO IN BAD WEATHER?

Road trip destinations:
info.vysokenadjizerou.cz/vylety-auto-pesi/

Museum of Toy Production & Creative Workshops is the only manufacturer licensed to sell the traditional Czech Little Mole wooden toys:
https://detoa.cz/en/domovska-stranka-english/

Museum and a thematic trail dedicated to Jára Cimrman – the quintessential Czech polymath: scientist, researcher, mathematician, sportsman, inventor, playwright, all-round genius and self-taught gynaecologist. In truth, the famous character is the creation of several Czech comedy writers.
http://www.cimrmanenglishtheatre.cz/jara-cimrman/