Tauernblick Residence
Katschberg, Austria
Austria
Katschberg is one of Austria's few resorts offering genuine ski-in ski-out property, located just over an hour south of Salzburg in Carinthia. Family-focused with wide pistes, excellent snow reliability up to 2,220m and outstanding year-round children's facilities, demand for apartments and chalets here is driven by a loyal returning visitor base. A well-kept secret among property investors seeking strong rental yields.
Austria
A rare combination of good value property, easy access and high altitude makes Katschberg a compelling investment proposition for anyone looking for a more affordable apartment or chalet.
Katschberg is situated right on the border between the Austrian sates of Salzburgerland and Carinthia. It is part of the ‘Lungau’ region which is home to some 15 or so charming Austrian villages.
The area in a popular second home location since the warm Adriatic air makes summers here particularly hot.
If you are looking to buy a property in this part of Austrian then you will find significantly cheaper prices than in the more established resorts of Salzburgerland and the Tyrol.
Main residence apartments or ‘Hauptwohnsitz’ can be found from under EUR 200,000 and chalets from under EUR 500,000.
If you wish to rent out your property then you will have to buy into a managed tourism development or find a property with existing consent for touristic use. These often come at a premium of up to 50%.
Due to the low property prices and a strong summer rental season then yields tend to be above average in this part of Austria.
Katschberg is the prime touristic destination in the region and an apartment or chalet within walking distance of the two main ski lifts in the center of the village will make an excellent property investment.
Katschberg is an ideal base for families who will love the un-crowded pistes and ski-in ski-out property. The ski region extends to over 70kms and is covered by a fast and efficient lift system.
The village sits in a valley with the Katschberg Mountain on one side and the Aineck on the other with skiing on both the south and north facings slopes.
From the top of Aineck it is possible to ski down to the pretty village of St Margarethen – ideal for a long lunch break.
Further popular winter activities include horse drawn sleigh rides, night skiing and designated toboggan runs.
Katschberg is a popular summer destination and ideal base to explore the beautiful Carinthia region of Austria.
The bustling village is packed with families enjoying the adventure park, equestrian centre, outdoor swimming pools, and numerous hiking and biking trails.
Being close to the Italian border, this southern region Austria enjoys particular hot summers and the nearby Millstattersee Worthersee are two of the most popular summer tourism hot spots.
Situated in the Carinthia province of Austria, Katschberg offers comparatively good value property compared to the better known regions of Salzburg and Tyrol.
Apartments can be found here for sale from €3,800 and €5,500 per square metre (€300,000 - €450,000 for 1-2 bedrooms). Apartments in the village centre that are designated four touristic use command a premium and typically range from €6,500 to €9,500 per square metre. Katschberg is one of the few places where you can still find detached ski chalets for under €1 million, though premium ski-in/ski-out luxury chalets can reach €1.5 million.
Katschberg is a popular ski destination with easy access from Germany, Italy and Slovenia. It is also relatively snow-sure with the resort sitting at an elevation of 1,640m. Property in Katschberg is typically more affordable than many of the better known Austrian resorts, meaning investors can buy here at a more accessible price point.
Unlike most Austrian resorts (which are traditional towns located on a valley floor near a ski lift), Katschberg is a purpose-built village located on top of the mountain pass at 1,640m. This means that it is relatively snow-sure and there is a good chance of finding genuine ski-in, ski-out apartments or chalets for sale.
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