Hoi, nice to meet you.
Welcome to franz&mathilde, a coliving and workation retreat, located in the very heart of the Italian alps, Südtirol. In the historic village of Tisens, next to apple fields, forests and mountains, a place was created that makes it possible to combine work and vacation. Surrounded by nature but not far from the cities of Merano, Bolzano and the Dolomites, franz&mathilde offers a quiet and relaxed workation atmosphere, for digital nomads, remote workers and all those who are looking for a little dolce vita.
We’re looking forward to meeting you,
Sarah Lena & Philipp
Hoi, nice to meet you.
Welcome to franz&mathilde, a coliving and workation retreat, located in the very heart of the Italian alps, Südtirol. In the historic village of Tisens, next to apple fields, forests and mountains, a place was created that makes it possible to combine work and vacation. Surrounded by nature but not far from the cities of Merano, Bolzano and the Dolomites, franz&mathilde offers a quiet and relaxed workation atmosphere, for digital nomads, remote workers and all those who are looking for a little dolce vita.
We’re looking forward to meeting you,
Sarah Lena & Philipp
COWORKING
As interior designers we know a thing or two about how to set up your perfect workation space. You’ll get your private coworking desk and all the beautiful features that come with it. We promise a striking view, the peace and quiet of our traditional village, and the best coffee of course …
COWORKING
As interior designers we know a thing or two about how to set up your perfect workation space. You’ll get your private coworking desk and all the beautiful features that come with it. We promise a striking view, the peace and quiet of our traditional village, and the best coffee of course …
WORKATION
franz&mathilde is surrounded by vast and beautiful nature: Lakes, forests and breathtaking mountain ranges, dolce vita cities and Mediterranean flair. Check out our impressions to discover more during your workation
WORKATION
franz&mathilde is surrounded by vast and beautiful nature: Lakes, forests and breathtaking mountain ranges, dolce vita cities and Mediterranean flair. Check out our impressions to discover more during your workation.
At franz&mathilde, we offer a quiet and relaxed workation atmosphere, making it the perfect destination for digital nomads, remote workers, and anyone looking to experience a bit of dolce vita while staying productive. Our coliving space in Italy is designed to foster both productivity and community. You’ll have access to all the amenities you need to work efficiently while also enjoying opportunities to network and socialize with like-minded individuals.
Our coliving and workation retreat in Südtirol provides a serene environment where you can focus on your work while being surrounded by nature. The picturesque landscapes of apple fields, lush forests, and majestic mountains offer a perfect backdrop for a productive and enjoyable stay. Plus, the proximity to cultural and urban experiences in Merano, Bolzano, and the Dolomites means you can easily explore the rich heritage and stunning beauty of Italy during your workation.
Whether you are planning a two week workation or an extended stay at our coliving, franz&mathilde has everything you need for a successful and enjoyable experience. Our coliving retreat is designed to balance work and leisure, providing you with a harmonious environment to achieve your goals and savor the delights of Südtirol.
We’re looking forward to meeting you and helping you make the most of your workation in Italy.
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The hosts (Philipp and Sarah) are wonderful people and they have created a comfortable, stylish, and relaxing space that immediately felt like home. There is a perfect balance of suggested activities and the opportunity to take things at your own pace, and my fellow guests were all very friendly like-minded individuals, all of which created a very harmonious and peaceful atmosphere.
The en-suite room I stayed in was fantastic - I've never slept better - and the daily breakfast (included in the price) was healthy and hearty with a speciality coffee thrown in too (everything was either home-made or sourced locally and it was all delicious). The perfect start to the day.
The working facilities were excellent, with a co-working space that included large monitors and comfy chairs, and the view over the valley was unmatched, for that extra little bit of inspiration.
I have wonderful memories of my stay and I'll definitely be back - I can't wait to see everyone again!
The hosts (Philipp and Sarah) are wonderful people and they have created a comfortable, stylish, and relaxing space that immediately felt like home. There is a perfect balance of suggested activities and the opportunity to take things at your own pace, and my fellow guests were all very friendly like-minded individuals, all of which created a very harmonious and peaceful atmosphere.
The en-suite room I stayed in was fantastic - I've never slept better - and the daily breakfast (included in the price) was healthy and hearty with a speciality coffee thrown in too (everything was either home-made or sourced locally and it was all delicious). The perfect start to the day.
The working facilities were excellent, with a co-working space that included large monitors and comfy chairs, and the view over the valley was unmatched, for that extra little bit of inspiration.
I have wonderful memories of my stay and I'll definitely be back - I can't wait to see everyone again!
Between planned weekly events like volleyball Monday's and shared dinner Sunday's, and all the impromptu trips and events you'll inevitably make with the other guests, you'll never be bored.
But we come here to work, right?... Well, good news there too - the wifi speeds are extremely fast and reliable. And the dedicated working area includes plenty of desks and external monitors available... Oh, and an unbeatable view and some specialty coffee thanks to the Coffee-Connoisseur Philipp! Each room also has a desk with a proper work chair if you need some solo-work time, and the wifi works wonderfully all the way to the upper reaches of the house.
While it does take some patience with the public bus schedule to arrive if you don't have a car, once you arrive you almost immediately feel right at home. (And there most likely will be enough guests with cars that once you arrive, you won't even need one yourself.) For shopping, there's a grocery store in Tesimo that's just a short 8 minute walk away that has most essentials (including lots of fresh veggies). For more serious shopping, you'll likely need to go to Lana which has all the big supermarkets. To get there you can hitch a ride with a fellow guest or take one of the many local busses.
The free breakfast with tons of vegan options is a wonderful way to bring everyone together for breakfast (not forced) before the work day begins, and from there, the day is yours to decide. Do you go hiking, organize a board game night, take a day trip to Lana/Merano/Bolzano, do some patio yoga, relax in the hammock, or work on your next season of "The Coliving" mockumentary?
All in all, I can't recommend Franz&Mathilde more. Can't wait for my next visit!
Between planned weekly events like volleyball Monday's and shared dinner Sunday's, and all the impromptu trips and events you'll inevitably make with the other guests, you'll never be bored.
But we come here to work, right?... Well, good news there too - the wifi speeds are extremely fast and reliable. And the dedicated working area includes plenty of desks and external monitors available... Oh, and an unbeatable view and some specialty coffee thanks to the Coffee-Connoisseur Philipp! Each room also has a desk with a proper work chair if you need some solo-work time, and the wifi works wonderfully all the way to the upper reaches of the house.
While it does take some patience with the public bus schedule to arrive if you don't have a car, once you arrive you almost immediately feel right at home. (And there most likely will be enough guests with cars that once you arrive, you won't even need one yourself.) For shopping, there's a grocery store in Tesimo that's just a short 8 minute walk away that has most essentials (including lots of fresh veggies). For more serious shopping, you'll likely need to go to Lana which has all the big supermarkets. To get there you can hitch a ride with a fellow guest or take one of the many local busses.
The free breakfast with tons of vegan options is a wonderful way to bring everyone together for breakfast (not forced) before the work day begins, and from there, the day is yours to decide. Do you go hiking, organize a board game night, take a day trip to Lana/Merano/Bolzano, do some patio yoga, relax in the hammock, or work on your next season of "The Coliving" mockumentary?
All in all, I can't recommend Franz&Mathilde more. Can't wait for my next visit!
Philipp is fantastic, so friendly and helpful.
The views and treks are stunning.
Overall it’s a wonderful environment for combining work, play, and nature. Highly recommended!
Philipp is fantastic, so friendly and helpful.
The views and treks are stunning.
Overall it’s a wonderful environment for combining work, play, and nature. Highly recommended!
I couldn't have asked for a better experience to be close to so many hiking spots (that I often did with other housemates) and took a few days to explore the Dolomites just a few hours away. I look forward to coming back again soon when I need another retreat from urban life.
I couldn't have asked for a better experience to be close to so many hiking spots (that I often did with other housemates) and took a few days to explore the Dolomites just a few hours away. I look forward to coming back again soon when I need another retreat from urban life.
PROS:
- Very Friendly Hosts
- A small cozy group of people
- Beautiful View
- Extensive Breakfast Included with amazing coffee
- Separate Co-working space for focusing
- Beautiful Rooms with bathrooms
- Nearby Towns are accessible by public buses
- Lots of nice Hikes nearby
- Shared Kitchen with some basic groceries available for a very small cost
- Everything was very organized
CONS:
- It may take a little long to get here by public transport
I really felt as this was a Home away from Home and I will go back. Thank you Phillip and Sarah for your hospitality and care 🙂
PROS:
- Very Friendly Hosts
- A small cozy group of people
- Beautiful View
- Extensive Breakfast Included with amazing coffee
- Separate Co-working space for focusing
- Beautiful Rooms with bathrooms
- Nearby Towns are accessible by public buses
- Lots of nice Hikes nearby
- Shared Kitchen with some basic groceries available for a very small cost
- Everything was very organized
CONS:
- It may take a little long to get here by public transport
I really felt as this was a Home away from Home and I will go back. Thank you Phillip and Sarah for your hospitality and care 🙂
Add eggs to the breakfast and its 11/10
Add eggs to the breakfast and its 11/10
The workstations are well equipped, WiFi always worked and the exchange with other co-workers was super interesting and valuable. The joint activities on the weekend simply round off the perfect coliving experience. All in all a really cool experience and a beautiful place for a coliving house.
The workstations are well equipped, WiFi always worked and the exchange with other co-workers was super interesting and valuable. The joint activities on the weekend simply round off the perfect coliving experience. All in all a really cool experience and a beautiful place for a coliving house.
Due to health issues, I couldn't do big tours during my stay, so I greatly enjoyed the possibilities of smaller excursions you can do in the vicinity.
I'd definitely recommend Franz&Mathilde for a workation retreat or just plain holidays with a sense of community!
Due to health issues, I couldn't do big tours during my stay, so I greatly enjoyed the possibilities of smaller excursions you can do in the vicinity.
I'd definitely recommend Franz&Mathilde for a workation retreat or just plain holidays with a sense of community!
We had the opportunity to go on midday hikes (thanks for the recommendations!), went for Via Ferratas for the first time, jumped into a beautiful lake and had a great time hanging out, eating tons of delicious pizza from Tisens.
Hard facts:
- good place to work, even with desks with adjustable height
- ultra comfy beds with a flabbergasting view from the balcony
- yummy breakfast with great coffee variations (Philipp knows his stuff!)
- a little supermarket is not too far to walk to
- you're definitely able to get here with public transport and get around by bus to your hikes. Just ask Sarah and Philipp about their recommendations 🙂
If I had to subsumize my experience here, I'd say it was an astonishing place that I'm happy to return to as soon as possible.
We had the opportunity to go on midday hikes (thanks for the recommendations!), went for Via Ferratas for the first time, jumped into a beautiful lake and had a great time hanging out, eating tons of delicious pizza from Tisens.
Hard facts:
- good place to work, even with desks with adjustable height
- ultra comfy beds with a flabbergasting view from the balcony
- yummy breakfast with great coffee variations (Philipp knows his stuff!)
- a little supermarket is not too far to walk to
- you're definitely able to get here with public transport and get around by bus to your hikes. Just ask Sarah and Philipp about their recommendations 🙂
If I had to subsumize my experience here, I'd say it was an astonishing place that I'm happy to return to as soon as possible.
Philipp and Sarah put a lot of their energy into making us feel at home. From the delicious daily breakfast (what a luxury :)) to the pizza feasts and hiking trips we share together, building the community is at the core of everything Philipp and Sarah do. Plus, no community managers involved: Philipp and Sarah do everything by themselves and join the group often, for morning chats, nature trips or just hanging out and chatting. Makes it feel relaxed and personal.
The décor of the coliving is absolutely gorgeous: minimalism meets jungle vibes meets hygge. From how the place is furnished and decorated, you can tell that Philipp and Sarah have a background in (and eye for) creativity.
The people staying at Franz&Mathilde are open-minded, very kind, and super fun to be around. With nature so closeby (that backdrop!) and close to the hearts of everyone at the coliving, it’s not hard to find a connection.
If coliving in nature with fun and active people speaks to you, I would recommend to book a stay and find out for yourself 🙂
Philipp and Sarah put a lot of their energy into making us feel at home. From the delicious daily breakfast (what a luxury :)) to the pizza feasts and hiking trips we share together, building the community is at the core of everything Philipp and Sarah do. Plus, no community managers involved: Philipp and Sarah do everything by themselves and join the group often, for morning chats, nature trips or just hanging out and chatting. Makes it feel relaxed and personal.
The décor of the coliving is absolutely gorgeous: minimalism meets jungle vibes meets hygge. From how the place is furnished and decorated, you can tell that Philipp and Sarah have a background in (and eye for) creativity.
The people staying at Franz&Mathilde are open-minded, very kind, and super fun to be around. With nature so closeby (that backdrop!) and close to the hearts of everyone at the coliving, it’s not hard to find a connection.
If coliving in nature with fun and active people speaks to you, I would recommend to book a stay and find out for yourself 🙂
Especially In Franz & Mathilde house, from where you can work or study surrounded by green spaces, apple plantations, mountain views and nature sounds, this place provides you with everything a remote worker can dream of :
- speed internet
- Comfortable working and living space
- Inspiring interior made with taste and love
- Plenty of outdoor activities walking or driving distance
- Local food and drinks experiences
- Flexible and easy going setup
- Stunning landscape that you can enjoy from both your private room or common terrace !
A workation retreat to be repeated… 😍🥰
Especially In Franz & Mathilde house, from where you can work or study surrounded by green spaces, apple plantations, mountain views and nature sounds, this place provides you with everything a remote worker can dream of :
- speed internet
- Comfortable working and living space
- Inspiring interior made with taste and love
- Plenty of outdoor activities walking or driving distance
- Local food and drinks experiences
- Flexible and easy going setup
- Stunning landscape that you can enjoy from both your private room or common terrace !
A workation retreat to be repeated… 😍🥰
The place is so nicely decorated, the view is incredible, the atmosphere is calm and relaxing.
There is only 6 rooms so you get to know each people who lives with you and share some nice moment. They are also organizing some activities, like BBQ, night out, swim at the lake, pizza party, etc...so you don't get bored at any time.
All the guests who booked 1 week after 2 days already regrets to have not booked longer, don't make that mistake !
The place is so nicely decorated, the view is incredible, the atmosphere is calm and relaxing.
There is only 6 rooms so you get to know each people who lives with you and share some nice moment. They are also organizing some activities, like BBQ, night out, swim at the lake, pizza party, etc...so you don't get bored at any time.
All the guests who booked 1 week after 2 days already regrets to have not booked longer, don't make that mistake !
Edit: I have now been back for the third time and love how each season offers so many different activities - skiing resorts are close by as well as very refreshing mountain lakes for those hot summer months. Autumn might still be my favourite time to visit with changing colours and crisp mountain air for great panoramic hikes.
Edit: I have now been back for the third time and love how each season offers so many different activities - skiing resorts are close by as well as very refreshing mountain lakes for those hot summer months. Autumn might still be my favourite time to visit with changing colours and crisp mountain air for great panoramic hikes.
The place itself is beautifully designed (both hosts Philipp and Sara are interior designers), has a co-working space, a nice living room and the hosts serve so good and diverse breakfast (vegan/vegetarian and other options) with many home made ingredients (like baba ganush, vegan egg spread, or gluten free pankakes) that I had a momentary decision paralysis every morning.
Sara and Philip are awesome hosts. I totally felt like home. We did a couple hikes together, a road trip, they invited me for lunch a bunch of times, and we plaid board/card games.
On top of that there's Bobby Mitz. Bobby is the owner of the house (or she thinks so). She's fluffy, has beautiful eyes, and is very playful. She's also a cat and she loves lizards.
The place itself is beautifully designed (both hosts Philipp and Sara are interior designers), has a co-working space, a nice living room and the hosts serve so good and diverse breakfast (vegan/vegetarian and other options) with many home made ingredients (like baba ganush, vegan egg spread, or gluten free pankakes) that I had a momentary decision paralysis every morning.
Sara and Philip are awesome hosts. I totally felt like home. We did a couple hikes together, a road trip, they invited me for lunch a bunch of times, and we plaid board/card games.
On top of that there's Bobby Mitz. Bobby is the owner of the house (or she thinks so). She's fluffy, has beautiful eyes, and is very playful. She's also a cat and she loves lizards.