Top 10 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In & Around Millstatter See, Austria - Updated 2024

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Anne Marie
Anne Marie 
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The bright blue waters and scenic mountain surroundings of Millstatter See make it one of the most picturesque lakes in southern Austria. Located in the Carinthia region, just a few hours from Austria’s major cities as well as northern Italy and Slovenia, Millstatter See is a wonderful place to visit any time of year. The summer offers hiking and biking, with trails into the mountains or around the lake, as well as activities on the water like swimming and boating. In the winter, there is easy access to multiple ski resorts nearby. At all times of year, the lake is a beautiful sight and a relaxing place to stay. Here are some of the best Airbnb vacation rentals around Millstatter See, many of them with gorgeous views of this natural beauty!

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.

1. Apartment with lake view (from USD 97)

With an unbeatable view of Millstetter See outside and a cozy and modern décor inside, this apartment is an amazing place to stay! The inside is newly refurbished and has a warm feel to it. Up to four guests can sleep on the king-sized bed and sofa bed, and there is a full kitchen and bathroom. The best part is probably the furnished balcony which overlooks the pristine lake and surrounding mountains! It is the perfect place to start your day with the sunrise or end it with the sunset. Located just 500 meters (1,640 feet) from the center of Millstat, the apartment is an ideal spot for exploring the area.

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Millstatt, Kärnten, Austria
11.57 km (7.2 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
137 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 4 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
outstanding apartment with stunning view to the lake
amazing apartment with a great view
franz’ apartment is located right above the millstätter see lake which provides stunning views from the balcony
the location is peaceful and quiet the apartment has a wonderful view of the lake from the balcony
the appartment has the most stunning view over the lake and it was clean and comfortable
Cleanliness:
the space was sparkling clean and the bed was super comfy
the apartment is very well equipped and clean
Host:
franz was the perfect host and always answered questions and requests quickly
franz is really helpful and quick to answer
Location:
the location is excellent
very nice location wonderful lakeview nice large apartment with good and quality equipment
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2. Lovely apartment perfect for families (from USD 134)

This rental is a perfect choice for families traveling with children. The apartment is spacious and can accommodate up to six guests in its two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Everyone will love the cozy and warm interior, and kids especially will like the room with slanted ceilings and a skylight window! The home’s spacious grounds and private location away from traffic make it a safe place to explore outside. There are also many animals including cows, goats, and cats! During the summer, the hosts provide a discount card which provides reduced or free admission to attractions in the area, like beaches, spas, museums, and the Drautalperle water park, which has water slides, waterfalls, and more!

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Millstatt, Kärnten, Austria
14.97 km (9.4 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
43 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 5 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

3. House right on the lake's shores (from USD 152)

Most of the homes around Millstatter See will have views of the lake, but at this rental you will be right at the water’s edge—with access to a private beach! This rental is for an entire house that can sleep up to six guests. Inside it has unique furnishings, an open fireplace, and floor to ceiling windows to bring in the view. Outside, there is a second floor balcony with a clear barrier around the edge so you have no obstructions to seeing the lake. This home is an ideal rental for those who love to be active. It is located right on the edge of a bike path that takes you around the whole lake. You can also try your hand at paddle boarding, waterskiing, or even river rafting!

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Rothenthurn, Kärnten, Austria
14.94 km (9.3 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
31 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 7 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7

Top guest reviews
Host:
norbert was so nice and very helpful if we needed anything or had any questions
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4. Cozy and colorful bungalow (from USD 106)

Millstatter See is a perfect destination in all seasons, and this bungalow would be the perfect place to stay whether you are visiting in summer or winter! Up to six guests can enjoy access to this entire cottage, which is located only 2 km (1.2 miles) from the lake. In the summer, relax on the patio, grill outside, and enjoy cycling, hiking, swimming, paragliding, and much more! In the winter, relax by the bungalow’s cozy wood stove after a day of skiing. In all seasons, this home is above the fog line so you can see beautiful panoramas of the lake and mountains. Another unique year-round attraction is the Mölltaler Glacier, on the peak of the Carinthia region’s highest mountain. You can even ski at the glacier’s resort in the summer!

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Obermillstatt, Kärnten, Austria
11.83 km (7.4 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
30 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire bungalow 4 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
it is exceptionally clean stylish and welcoming
i found the property to be specially clean
Host:
the neighbors were very helpful as well
Location:
the location is very calm and quiet
reall nice place for family vacation to for vacation with friends
if you are looking to stay in the millstatt area this is a great place on the mountain
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5. Apartment with beautiful outdoor seating areas (from USD 134)

Perched on a hillside overlooking Lake Millstatt, this home truly takes advantage of its gorgeous views with multiple balconies and a patio terrace where guests can sit and take in the sights. There are three apartments for rent in this home, all of which sleep two guests. Each apartment has a small kitchenette with a fridge, hot plate, and other amenities, a bathroom, and either a private balcony or garden terrace! All of the balconies and terraces have seating, tables, and of course, gorgeous views. If you can bring yourself to leave this tranquil home, there are lots of things to do right nearby. A walking and biking trail right behind the house will bring you through the hills to other towns. For summer guests, the hosts also provide the Millstatter See Inclusive Card, which provides discounts to 15 partners and free access to 40 attractions in the area!

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Doebriach am Millstaettersee, Kärnten, Austria
16.42 km (10.3 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
37 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
amazing hosting great apartment and of course a spectacular view
great little apartment on the lake hill with a nice view
the apartments are nice and clean and the view you can get from there is so stunning
the apartment looks even better in real life than in the photos
Cleanliness:
apartment clean and not expensive
the apartment was clean well-equipped and nice
the rooms were clean very well furnished and comfortable
the apartment is simple clean and has everything
the place is nice clean and new and it has everything you might need
Host:
hosts were friendly and made us very welcome
debbie and trevor are great hosts
debbie and trevor are very great hosts they are kind and helpful
debbie and trevor are great hosts thank you for the wonderful experience :)
debbie and trevor were most welcoming and kind people
Location:
we really enjoyed our stay here the location was great close to the lake and had a wonderful view
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6. Guest rooms with a dream view (from USD 173)

This rental is the perfect place to be close to everything, but still feel peaceful and secluded. Located on a hill overlooking the lake, there are amazing views everywhere you look. The dining room, living area, and all of the bedrooms all have sunny windows to take in the lake, mountains, and puffy clouds in the sky! Guests can also enjoy the private terrace, which has a barbecue, or play a game of table tennis outside! If you’ve arrived by car, there is a parking space, but you might not even need it because the rental is within walking distance to town and the lake front. The town has a public beach, supermarket, and other amenities, as well as hiking and biking trails around the lake.

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Millstatt, Kärnten, Austria
11.88 km (7.4 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
30 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 3 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
fantastic view from the rooms
really nice apartment with a fantastic view over the lake and mountains
Cleanliness:
the rooms were clean and tidy
Location:
perfect place in center of milstatt
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7. Gorgeous villa on a sunny hillside

It’s rare to find an entire home for rent in this area, and even rarer to find one as stunning and affordable as this villa! This gorgeous rental can accommodate up to six guests in three bedrooms. Each room has a stunning view of the lakes and mountains, so that even when you are sitting inside it feels like you’re sitting outside. There are two patios with lots of seating options to enjoy the fresh mountain air and sunshine. While Millstatt is a destination during the summer months, it is also a place visitors flock to in the winter. This villa is a short distance from three ski areas: Bad Kleinkkircheim, a large ski resort with trails for all levels, with a sauna and relax loungers, Goldeck, a resort with 25 km (15 miles) of trails and gorgeous panoramic views, and Katschberg, which has 70 km (43 miles) of trails and 16 lifts.

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Matzelsdorf, Kärnten, Austria
15.41 km (9.6 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
22 reviews  
Entire villa 6 Beds 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
what an amazing place the views are awesome the space the facilities are first class
the view is marvellous the rooms are (website hidden by airbnb) was so great
nicely decorated rooms lots of space and everything available
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8. Garten Haus Bed and Breakfast

This charming cottage is so picturesque, it’s hard to imagine that it’s real! You will feel like you’re in a fairytale when entering the wooden cabin, which can accommodate two people in its single bedroom. It also has a bathroom, refrigerator and tea and coffee maker, and a small sitting area with a television. There is also a little eating area where the hosts will deliver continental breakfast to you. The cottage is nestled in the hosts’ garden, which produces peaches, apples, pears, and nectarines in the summer, which guests can request or pick themselves! The cottage is in Obermillstatt, a small village near the lake with rolling meadows and church steeples, all surrounded by the snow-capped mountains beyond.

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Obermillstatt, Kärnten, Austria
11.68 km (7.3 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
52 reviews  
Private room in cottage 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

9. Idyllic Austrian home

With its sunny yellow exterior, wooden balconies, and flower boxes brimming with color, this home looks exactly how you would picture an ideal Austrian house! The rental apartment, which consists of two bedrooms located on the top floor, is just as lovely as the outside. It has warm wooden furnishings, playful décor, and gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains and lake below. Millstatter is a destination for those looking to relax. Not only is the natural beauty very peaceful, but the area is full of spas and other wellness attractions. Be sure to stop by the first Carinthain bath house, located right on the lake’s shore. This beautiful building contains a sauna area, steam baths, and a heated infinity pool that will make you feel like you are swimming in the lake!

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Görtschach, Kärnten, Austria
13.73 km (8.6 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
15 reviews  
Entire apartment 2 Beds 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
huge appartements very clean and comfortable
rooms are very clean and big
we had a very nice weekend the apartment is very beautiful and clean
Host:
julie and jess are wonderful hosts
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10. Exquisite lakeside villa with a Mediterranean flair

Treat yourself to a truly luxurious stay at this beautiful villa rental! With its terra cotta roof and stone exterior, as well as the covered patio and lush garden terrace, this home looks like something you would find on a lake in Italy or the south of France. Along with the peaceful outdoor seating areas, the lake and Oberkärnten mountains are visible from every room in the house. The interior is impeccably decorated with cozy yet modern furnishings. There’s room for up to seven guests to stay, and they can enjoy a fireplace and a sauna as well!

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Millstatt, Kärnten, Austria
11.12 km (7.0 mi) from Porsche Automuseum Helmut Pfeifhofer
7 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire residential home 7 Beds 7 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7

The perfect balance of activity and relaxation

Millstatter See is a place where you can plan exactly the kind of vacation you desire! It’s a perfect destination for sporting activities, with hiking, biking, and skiing options all around. It’s also a great place to simply go to relax, whether that is sitting on a patio overlooking the lake, spending a day being pampered at a spa, or curling up by a fireplace at night. No matter what kind of trip you’re planning, any one of these Airbnbs would be a great choice for your stay!

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