Living in the hamlet "Ahorn" in Eisten
A retreat with great potential – for people who appreciate simplicity, love nature, and yearn for a place to slow down. Whether for personal use or as a charming holiday home, this property offers a • Sale as a holiday domicile (second home) possible. • Sale to foreigners (non-Swiss with a residence abroad) not possible. Highlights of the property • Ideal for nature lovers or hobby farmers • Weekend and holiday home in nature • Also suitable as a main residence • In an idyllic environment • Starting point for various activities in the Saas or Matter valley (Grächen & Zermatt) • Away from luxury and traffic noise • Cozy and sunny seating area • Enchanted barn for versatile use • Share of stable-barn for storing wood • Two gardens • Parking space nearby Location and accessibility Despite its natural location, the municipality of Eisten is easily accessible all year round. A well-developed road leads directly to the village, and thanks to the post bus connection from Visp, arrival by public transport is also convenient and reliable. Whether as a starting point for excursions to the Saas Valley, as a retreat to slow down, or as a charming home for nature-loving people – Eisten combines accessibility with originality. This cozy 2.5-room apartment is located in the idyllic hamlet «Ahorn», just about 5 minutes' drive from the village center of Eisten. The house, built in 1857, is easily accessible all year round. The access is via a municipal road, which is reliably cleared in winter. Description of the property This lovingly preserved old apartment is located on the ground floor of a traditional, stone-plated two-family house in the picturesque hamlet «Ahorn». With approximately 63 m² of living space, the apartment offers a cozy home for people who seek authenticity. Through a short external staircase, the apartment, which convinces with its very well-kept condition, is easily accessible. The heart of the apartment is the spacious kitchen with dining area, which offers direct access to a cozy seating area – ideal for breakfast outdoors or relaxed afternoons. The enchanting living room, a quiet bedroom, and another room that is perfect as a children's room or office offer ample space for a small family or couples. The only thing that needs renovation is the bathroom – here, new splendor can be introduced with manageable effort. The apartment is heated by a wood stove in the kitchen, which provides cozy warmth on cold days. This is supplemented by electric direct heating in the individual rooms. The wood for the stove is stored in a stable-barn on parcel no. 677 (see site plan). The apartment includes an enchanting, well-preserved barn that can be used in a variety of ways – as a parking space, storage room, or workshop. Directly next to it is a sunny seating area that invites you to grill and socialize during the summer months. In the basement of the house, a practical laundry room is available. From here, you can access the natural cellar – perfect for storing vegetables, cheese, wine, or homemade products from the two gardens, which are also being sold. The offer also includes a 1/3 share of a large stable-barn in the direct vicinity of the house (see site plan). Room layout • Kitchen with dining area and access to the sunny seating area • Living room • Bedroom • Children's room/office • Bathroom: bathtub / WC / sink Agricultural property shares • Barn/storage parcel no. 679 • Two garden parcels on parcel no. 686 and 689 • Share of the stable-barn on parcel no. 660 • Share of stable-barn on parcel no. 677 Purchase price: CHF 219,000.00 for this old building apartment with laundry room, cellar, barn/storage, seating area, two gardens, and shares of two stable-barns Availability: By arrangement General information about Eisten For sports and nature enthusiasts, Eisten is an ideal starting point. In just a few minutes, you can reach the well-known tourist destinations of Saas-Fee, Grächen, or Zermatt. The diverse hiking area directly on the municipal territory invites you to extended walks, panoramic mountain tours, and unforgettable nature experiences. Culturally, the village has a lot to offer: committed clubs organize events and festivals throughout the year, which strengthen the sense of community and make life in Eisten particularly lively. Eisten is also closely connected to the history of alpinism. In the hamlet «Huteggen», Alexander Burgener, the famous "King of Mountain Guides", was born. From here, he started numerous legendary tours – including many first ascents that made him known far beyond the national borders.
