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• CASA PELU •

Sibiu • Transylvania • Romania • Carpathian Mountains

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72m²  living area
3 bedrooms
1  bathroom
max. 6  Guests
72m²
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••• CASA VALE DIN DEAL •••

We offer 6 entirely different holiday rentals in and around the pastoral village of Vale, directly at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains. On the one hand, far away from the latest trends of time, on the other hand just around the corner from Sibiu, the European Capital of Culture 2007. A good choice for enthusiast of special places who want to add a pinch of Romanian serenity to their live experience.
The village is nestled between the wooded mountains overlooking the Transylvanian plain. No through traffic, in an absolutely peaceful spot. Afer a short walk you already find yourself in the oldest beech forest on the continent, and will experience a unique flora and fauna on your way up to the mountain meadows. Moreover, you will benefit of our central location in the heart of Romania for trips to all the sights in Transylvania.
Does this appeal to you? Then take a break and treat yourself to a place where unspoiled nature meets the breath of the past and traditions.

••• VILLA CRINA – our jewel with 200 sqm of living space, fireplace, south-facing terrace, BBQ, and garden, for 8 people
••• CASA PELU – former farmhouse with extended loft and roof terrace, for 6 people
••• CASA LOPO – traditional farm with terrace in the yard, barn and garden, for 6 people
••• CASA NICU – 120-year-old cottage with the appropriate historic flair, for 2-3 people
••• VILLA ZOLLO – new 150 sqm holiday home with fireplace, panoramic views, large garden, parking & BBQ, for 6-8 people
••• CASA ZOLLO II – well equipped studio-apartment with large terrace, BBQ and garden, for 2-3 people

• Each cottage features a fully equipped kitchen for self catering, WiFi Internet, a washing machine, and TV.
• Airport transfer included.
• On request: rental car, baby cot, breakfast, traditional menus, farm products, trips in a horse-drawn cart.

Would you like to learn more about what to expect? Visit our homepage • • for photo galleries with hundreds of pictures, virtual tours through the cottages, excursion tips, guest reviews, and more.
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••• CASA PELU •••

... houses the completely refurbished living quarters of an abandoned farm - ideal for families looking for a child-friendly countryside retreat. In this farmhouse, the ‘old’ and the ‘new’ shake hands. On the solid foundations of wine cellar and mezzanine floor we've set a new attic with access to a cozy roof terrace, and during the renovation every square meter was handled with respect for the traditional style of the area. Finally, the cottage is a good choice also for anyone curious about how traditional architecture can be extended into modernity.

The double-door walk-in kitchen (13 sqm) is located on the mezzanine floor. It is fully equipped for self-catering, with a fridge, gas stove, coffee maker, and espresso machine, as well as a toaster, kettle, spices, and more. The first room (17 sqm) leads the kitchen. Three windows open the view to the courtyard and onto an alley where goats and sheep pass by in the evenings.

An outside staircase leads to the two light-filled rooms in the attic. The first one (13 sqm) is a connecting room and the second room (17 sqm) leads onto the roof terrace. The view goes into the courtyard, onto wooded mountains or the roofs of the village.
The rooms are equipped with a double bed, mirror cabinet, Wi-Fi internet access and two TVs (Astra Satellite). On arrival you will find the beds freshly made.
The bathroom (8 sqm) used to be the farm’s summer kitchen. It is located underneath the roof terrace and equipped with a shower, bathtub and washing machine. Hand and bath towels are available, as well as soap and shower gel.

The furnishing is high quality and chosen with care, including sanitary facilities, kitchen utensils, mattresses, and bedding. All furniture, newly installed windows, doors, and stairs were consistently made to measure. Each floor and the bathroom are equipped with an electrical infrared panel.
The solar-assisted central heating is backed up threefold. Either you fire up the water-bearing tiled stove in the kitchen, which supplies all the radiators in the house, or an automatic control takes over the job and starts a gas heater and / or the infrared panels.

The enclosed courtyard is a leafy feast for the eyes. Here you can relax on another covered terrace, uncork a bottle of wine, or unpack the card game. Or walk a few steps on the hillside above the village, enjoy the vastness of the valley, and let your thoughts drift.

At a glance ...
• 3 double-rooms for up to 6 people
• 1 eat-in kitchen, 1 bathroom
• Roof terrace with seating
• Covered patio in the enclosed courtyard
• Minimum stay: 5 nights
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Sleeping facilities

Bedroom 1
double bed
Bedroom 2
double bed
Bedroom 3
double bed

Rooms and Facilities

pets welcome pets welcome
non-smokers only non-smokers only
Wifi Wifi
TV TV
terrace terrace
washing machine washing machine
crib crib
children welcome children welcome
wheelchair not accessible wheelchair not accessible
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Arrival and distances

lake 1 km

1 km

ski lift 18 km

18 km

distance to next shop 0.1 km

0.1 km

restaurant 2 km

2 km

bus station 2 km

2 km

distance to next airport 18 km Sibiu

18 km

distance to next railway station 4 km Saliste

4 km

distance to next motorway 4 km Saliste

4 km


Location and surroundings of object

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••• We offer more than just accommodation •••.

• Transfer from the Sibiu airport or railway station is included, and a reliable rental car is available directly from us.
• On request, our cook provides breakfast or swings the wooden spoon. She conjures traditional menus fresh to the table by appointment - each gram of meat a product of her own livestock farming. Vegetarian? No problem.
• Also available are farm products from the village, such as fresh milk, goat or sheep's cheese, forest honey and homemade jam, zakusca, pickled vegetables, wine and schnaps.
• On request: baby cot, high chair, rides in a donkey cart for children, grocery shopping prior to your arrival.
• Tip: Excursion in a horse-drawn cart to the mountains. The tour can take a few hours or an entire day. On the way, you stop at a creek and Nicu (our Carpathian specialist) prepares a shepherd goulash in the kettle on the camp fire.

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••• The village of Vale •••

… is out in the sticks, in the middle of nowhere. On the other hand, the freeway that brings all sights of Transylvania closer to you is only 5 km away. A tarmac road touches on the village, but in large parts, it’s cobblestone roads and dirt trails leading up into the wooded hills. Thus, traditional structures and straightforward hospitality still hold up in Vale. Horses, cows and goats are still part of the village landscape, and the farmers take up their scythes and plant corn, potatoes, and vegetables to provide for the winter.
There is a children's playground and a small grocery store at the village square. The town of Saliste 2 km away offers more shops, a farmer's market and an ATM cash machine. Whatever you miss here can be found in Sibiu 20 km away at the Cibin Market, in retail stores, or supermarkets such as Real, Carrefour and Lidl.
Some say that the Transylvanian countryside appears frozen in time. It is unique and mostly untouched and the breath of the past hides in every corner. Maybe you'll sense the charm of the extraordinary, perceiving what life was like before it was leveled by the advance of civilization.
Until then, take a good look around. Heists and highway robberies are tales from the long-gone years of turmoil following the political change in Romania, and Count Dracula obviously exists only in movies. Most people in these parts are open-minded and very friendly when met with respect.

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••• We aren't trained tourism experts •••

We live in Vale and have joined together in a small and family-type construction company, which all the holiday cottages were built by. After eight years of work - with many possibilities for creative design - we cast the trowels and planning aside for a while and took a deep breath.
Today, we care for you as a team. In case of problems or questions you can always get in touch. Furthermore, we might have one or two tips at hand for you, but we also master the art of discreet retreat.
From the income generated by the houses (your money), on the one hand the 'investor' is served. On the other hand, administration and care-taking yield a secure income for several families. When we cook for you, or when you order local products or go shopping in the local grocery, also a number of other villagers have a benefit. Finally, we are planning a soup kitchen for the less well-off families in the village which will also be financed from the proceeds of our holiday homes.
We nurture a climate of openness and equality-based relationships. And we look forward to our mostly respectful and tolerant guests who contribute personally to bring together the different universes in this world.

(Read more below for an overview of the sights in the area, plus a pinch of Transylvanian history)

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free time activities

fishing
climbing
cycling
mountain biking
horse riding
swimming
diving
tennis
hiking
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Guidelines

Advice by the landlord

rental deposit: 25 % at time of booking
final payment: 1 week before arrival

additional information about rental price:

• Minimum stay 5 nights. Exceptions on request, only at the price of the main season.
• Check in usually from 18pm, check out until 10am, and depending on your flight details. We are flexible.
• Extra bed: € 10/day
• Cot: 2 € / day, high chair included
• Pet: € 5 / day
• Free pickup from Sibiu airport or train station.
• Rental car: from € 203/week
• On request: breakfast, traditional menus, local fram products
• Included: fast internet via WiFi, fully equipped kitchen for self catering
• Included: electricity, gas, water, firewood, bed linen, bath and kitchen towels, shower gel and soap, spices, local maps, games, fresh mountain air ...

Cancellation terms:

  • Free cancellation option until 28 days before the day of arrival.
  • The cancellation fee is 25% of the rental amount (the down payment). Exception: in the event of a government-imposed travel ban during the pandemic, you will be immediately and completely reimbursed for all payments

additional information:

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••• Transylvania •••

… is the land of the legendary places, the churches, castles, fortresses and monasteries. Only a few are known, such as the Dracula Castle in Bran, the Sphinx Megalith in the Bucegi Mountains or Sarmizegetusa, the capital of the ancient Dacian culture. But they are found everywhere: sometimes as a quiet gem on the edge of the road, as a monumental fortress on the safe rock, but also as a hand-adorned token of love to craftsmanship in a monastery in the forest. An overview of all these eye-catchers would overload this page, but you'll find more on our homepage • •.

A trip can take you an hour or a day. Here are some examples for sights and tours in the area:
The open-air Marmelada swimming pool is just across the hill 20 walking minutes away, and so are five lakes in the valley. In 15 minutes you leave the village below you, passing dozens of hand-carved wooden sculptures in the Poiana Soarelui (sunny glade) on your ascent, to arrive at the mountain meadows and enjoy a unique view across the vastness of the Transylvanian Plain. In good weather, you get sweeping views to the mountain range beyond Sibiu.
The neighbor village of Sibiel hosts Romania’s most important museum for icons with reverse glass painting. From here, you walk along a wild stream to a secluded monastery in the midst of the forest, and further up into the mountains.
Connoisseurs are attracted to the mountain lake at Gura Raiului (13 km). It lies in a depression. The water is clear and in the evening, you can light a fire and watch the fish jump for mosquitoes. Anyone visiting this place won’t easily forget it.

If you are aiming really high, you can choose between two north-south passes across the Carpathians, both to visit in a day trip:
• The Transfagarasan – winding past steep rocks and a waterfall dozens of meters high. On the top of the pass, ‘Balea Lake’ awaits you with a hostel and the house of ice.
• The Transalpina – at the highest trafficable road across the Carpathians, sometimes even towers above the clouds. Created by the Romans in their campaign against the Dacians, she was rebuilt during World War II, then forgotten, and today winds through one of the few untouched mountain regions in Europe. The Transalpina starts at Saliste, just 2 km from Vale.
Via both routes you arrive at the southern part of the country, in Walachia, and make your way back through the Olt valley, the only north-south route through the Carpathians, passing ancient monasteries and some steep cliffs. Whoever doesn’t stop here must be in a real hurry.

When you’ve had enough of mountains and steep slopes, turn to the valley. The countryside is spotted with ancient fortified churches built by the Transylvanian Saxons up to 800 years ago.
One of their medieval cities, the European Capital of Culture Sibiu, lies just around the corner and to this day is a fountain of cultural diversity. The medieval fortifications embrace the old town with its historic alleys and restaurants, cafés and bars, some of them set in vaulted cellars or courtyards. During the summer, the town opens up to its visitors and regularly organizes events, ranging from cabaret and theater through open-air concerts to exhibitions of local crafts guilds.
The traditional village museum ASTRA on the outskirts of Sibiu also merits one or two glances: century-old log cabins, water mills, blacksmith shops and saw mills from all over the country were reconstructed true to the original.
From here it’s just a stone’s throw to the fortified church of Cisnadioara, established in the 13th century and one of the oldest Saxon buildings in Transylvania. It stands on an almost circular mountain top above the village.
After walking for hours you will feel your legs. In the saltwater lakes and spas of Ocna Sibiului (25 km away) you can soothe your aching bones in brine, stretch out in saltwater reading the newspaper, and then coat yourself in mud. The way back leads you past Cristian. Here, another fortified church gives you an impression of how centuries ago, people barricaded themselves against Mongols, Turks and Kuruc irregulars.

If you choose to delve deeper into the history of Romania you will hear about the Dacians. Similar to the Celts in Ireland, they are famous for their mystical traditions and particular skills. Even today the faithful flock to their places of worship, only ruins of which have survived.
The last Dacians are said to have taken refuge in the ‘Muntii Apuseni’ (40 km away), a sparsely populated region on the western border of Transylvania. Today however, this area is known for caves and abandoned mine tunnels, some of which run hundreds of meters through rock. Skeletons of dinosaurs and other prehistoric monsters are found in their depths even today. Early birds can explore this area on a day trip.

No matter which way you turn, you’ll experience amazing things - usually things you never expexted.

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4,9 from 5
5.0 amenities/facilites
4.9 value for money
5.0 service
4.7 location
5.0 cleaniless
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August 2019

Tino M. from 71229 Leonberg

5,0
5 5 5 5
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Perfect holiday

Our week in Vale with Werner and Co. was a wonderful holiday time. The area is beautiful, the house is centrally located and there is plenty to do.
The house is perfectly equipped, right down to the aluminium foil to pack your picnic. The ambience is very comfortable and cosy. The village still has a nice original and quiet atmosphere.
The service is great and you feel welcomed not as a guest but as a friend, almost family. After a few days we were tempted to ask Werner for more pocket money, we felt so safe. :-)
Adriana's food service is also great. The food is varied, super tasty and always too much. She is open to all wishes. You are absolutely spoiled and the price is very generous.
Because of the good accessibility from Sibiu airport, it is tempting to just come for a week and let yourself be pampered.

July 2018

Carolin R. from Crottendorf

5,0
5 5 5 5
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Casa Pelu

This is the second time we have been to Romania with these landlords and it is simply wonderful... the accommodation is very smartly furnished and always clean... nothing is missing... only to recommend

recommend for: holiday with children, cultural and sightseeing holiday

June 2018

Udo R. from 31535 neustadt

4,8
5 5 5 4
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Abenteuerurlaun

It was a week of surprises and excellent experiences. Casa Pelu gave us a very nice time with its wonderful location, its equipment, its cleanliness and care. We have never slept so well in other people's beds. From here you can make easily accessible excursions. For example, the very well restored old town of Sibiu, the very beautiful Harbach Valley with its fortified churches, hiking in Paltinis (High Gully), the Transalpina, Kronstadt and Schässburg as well as the immediate sights in Cristian, Sibiel and the forest in Vale. In the evening you can relax again and enjoy Adriana's food. NICU his good wine then rounds off the evening. Anyone who wants to get to know Transylvania should set up camp in this place "Vale".

recommend for: adventure and experience, holiday with children, holiday with pet, cultural and sightseeing holiday, romantic holiday

September 2017

Claudia W. from 40239 Düsseldorf

5,0
5 5 5 5
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Wonderful place

Casa Pelu is beautifully restored and very tastefully furnished.
We immediately felt at home. The equipment is perfect, there are all necessary kitchen utensils, spices, vinegar, oil etc..
The landlord answered all questions promptly and comprehensively. It is possible to order food, regional cuisine, very tastily prepared. Attention is paid to sustainability, residents from the village are involved in the concept.
We would come again and again!
There are many opportunities to hike or visit beautiful towns in the surrounding area. Very varied.
All our expectations were met. Highly recommended!

recommend for: adventure and experience, disabled persons, holiday with children, holiday with pet, cultural and sightseeing holiday, skiing holiday, romantic holiday

July 2016

Christian S. from 33102 Paderborn

4,8
5 5 5 4
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Fantastic holidays in Romania 2016

We spent our family holiday in Romania for the first time this year and can now look back on wonderful experiences. Casa Pelu is located quite centrally in the village of Vale and shares the beautiful courtyard with Casa Crina and Casa Nicu. It can be reached very quickly by car or on foot via two roads in the village. As soon as we entered the kitchen and the first room on the ground floor, we were struck by the cosy and warm atmosphere of this house. Just like in the old days with our grandparents ! Although many things look rustic due to the wood used and the preservation of old elements (doors, windows, wooden floorboards), we quickly realised that everything had been restored with great attention to detail and accuracy. The house has everything that makes a successful holiday in Romania possible. The beds are very large and comfortable, the terrace on the first floor is ideal for reading a good book in peace and quiet and sipping a glass of wine in between....The support from the local contact person was great
We were particularly impressed by the cleanliness of the house. Even the most hidden corners were spotless. I can only say: Hats off and thanks to the ladies who do this after every departure!
The fresh milk and goat cheese, along with other delicacies, can be ordered from Nicu without any problems. Adriana's freshly prepared dishes are also a good recommendation. The lady cooks with a lot of love and you can taste it clearly. Whether it's the dumpling soup, the mici or the aubergine salad - it's simply worth it to let her cook for you!
The pick-up and drop-off at Sibiu airport is impeccable and a great service
The landscape invites you to go hiking, there are plenty of opportunities for an active holiday in the area. We will gladly come back and are already looking forward to our next holiday.

recommend for: adventure and experience, seniors, holiday with children, cultural and sightseeing holiday, romantic holiday

Answer from Mr. W. Konnert:

Danke Christian für das viele Lob. Ich habe es auch unseren Putz- und Kochdamen übersetzt, die mit einem zufrieden-stolzen Lächeln erstrahlten.
Eine Sache möchte ich richtig stellen: der Innenhof wird nur von Casa Pelu und Casa Nicu genutzt, während die Gäste aus Casa Crina einen eigenen Zugang mit Garten haben.
Alles Gute für dich und deine Bande. Und wenn es euch einmal wieder nach Siebenbürgen zieht, ihr seid immer willkommen.
Werner

October 2015

Michael P. from Bukarest

5,0
5 5 5 5
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Dream holiday.....

A week's holiday with children and dog in Casa Pelu was a dream. The holiday home is modern, rustic and lovingly furnished and the three bedrooms (over 2 floors) offered a wonderful amount of space for our three children (9 to 15 years), which we didn't need because we were only outside.....

The kitchen is equipped with modern and new appliances and is simply good. Unfortunately there is no oven, but that is not a shortcoming. The on-site support for questions by Nico and his wife was great and always competent. By the way, you should definitely take advantage of the offer to order food from Nico's wife. It tastes heavenly good and rounds off a great day. The products from the village (goat cheese, eggs, zacusca.....) are also super fresh and delicious

Oh yes, and of course everything was ready on time and spotlessly clean when we took over on Saturday. Great

In short, simply a great holiday home to which we will certainly travel more often

Greetings
The Pawlowski family

recommend for: adventure and experience, holiday with children, holiday with pet

August 2013

TS from Deutschland

4,9
5 4.5 5 5 5
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Very nice holiday home!

Casa Pelu is a lovingly furnished little house, we felt very comfortable! A good and clean kitchen, (hiking) maps, even a well-equipped medicine cabinet (fortunately we didn't need any of that!) can be found. The intensive conversations and good care with and by the manager, Nicu, who lives next door, rounded off the satisfaction.

recommend for: holiday with children, cultural and sightseeing holiday

Vicinity of the holiday home: Sehr schöne, ruhige Lage, die Zufahrtsstraße ist allerdings richtig "rumänisch", Schafherde wird morgens und abends am Fenster vorbeigetrieben - alles sehr ländlich, erholsam

free time activities: Wanderungen direkt vom Haus möglich, und mit dem Auto hat man auch viele Freizeitmöglichkeiten

shopping facilities: Alles, was das Dorf "produziert" kann man über den Verwalter bekommen, ansonsten sind im Nachbarort viele Supermärkte. Wenn man in großen Supermarktketten einkaufen möchte, ist Sibiu auch gut zu erreichen.


Contact

Mr. W. Konnert

Mr. W. Konnert

We aren't trained tourism experts. We live in Vale and have joined together in a small and family-type construction company, whereby all the holiday cottages were built. After eight years of work - with many possibilities for creative design - we put trowels and planing aside for a while and breathe a sigh. Today, we care for you as a team, and you can always get in touch. We might have one or the other tip for you, of course we also master the art of discrete retreat. Of the income of the houses (your money) on the one hand the 'investor' is served. On the other hand, administration and care allow several families a secure income. When we cook for you, if you order local products or go shopping in the local grocery, also a number of other villagers have a benefit. Finally, we are planning a soup kitchen for the less well-off families in the village which will be financed from the proceeds of our holiday homes. We foster a climate of openness and equality-based relationships.


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