Dream views in Verdines near Merano

Where rural tradition meets modern lifestyle

Looking for an oasis of well-being where you can enjoy some soothing relaxation? Perhaps surrounded by dreamlike views of unspoilt nature and majestic mountains? Then the Mitterhofer Guesthouse is exactly the right place for you! 
Why spend your holiday right here with us? Because the Mitterhofer is much more than a guesthouse. It is a unique combination of rural tradition and modernity, of guesthouse and farmhouse. It is a place where nature plays a key role, both around you and in your dishes, made with the freshest ingredients from our organic garden and farm. It is a place where there‘s so much love for beauty, good things, children, animals...

Seven comfortable rooms and five cosy holiday flats with an outstanding panoramic view welcome you at the Mitterhofer Guesthouse in Verdines near Scena. Once outdoors, you can enjoy hiking in untouched nature or strolling through pretty cities such as Merano - the famous spa town that Sissi visited more than once -, just a few minutes away from our guesthouse.

Ready for your next holiday in Scena? We are looking forward to welcoming you at the Mitterhofer Guesthouse in Verdines!

The Kuen family

What makes us special?
People, nature, down-to-earthness...
Come & visit us and see for yourself!

Unique and special...

Fantastic 180° panoramic view

Homemade treats

with fresh ingredients from our organic garden and farm

Immerse yourself in South Tyrol‘s farm life

An experience not to be missed!

Exclusive tips for outdoor activities in the surrounding area

on your own, in sweet company or with the whole family

We love children

that’s why at the Mitterhofer there’s plenty of space for them to play, laugh & have fun

Your dog is always welcome!

Just peace and pure relaxation!

No noise, no rush, no hustle and bustle

In the middle of greenery...

and yet only 20 minutes away from Merano

Round-the-clock service

always at your disposal!

The people behind

The Kuen family
Does a family guesthouse really work? Of course it does! And that’s how:

Since 2019, Franzi has been running the family business. She’s the first contact person for the Mitterhofer guests and makes sure that all their wishes are fulfilled. Franzi takes care of bookings, rooms, breakfast, garden and much more. In the evening, she pampers her guests with delicious dishes and, after dinner, she and her partner Jakob join them for a chat and a digestive grappa.

During the day he works outdoors (in winter as a ski instructor) and in the evenings he helps out in kitchen and with the service. Jakob does all kinds of repairs and, with great dedication, he takes care of lawns and flowers. Do you have any questions about biking and hiking tours in the surrounding area? Let him advise you! Jakob is always ready for a joke and puts a smile on everyone’s face. After all, he has learnt from the best: senior boss Luis.

Since 2022, a new wind has been blowing at Mitterhofer – the little whirlwind Tobias! Keeping everyone on their toes is nothing new. He talks like a grown-up, he’s quick – oh dear! – and he learns new things in his sleep… especially lots of mischief! But what he does best: taking care of his little sister!

Small but mighty – with her sparkling eyes and contagious laughter, she charms everyone in no time. Crawling? Already mastered! First steps? Just around the corner! And when she wants something, she makes sure everyone knows. No surprise that Tobias is already guarding his toys! But the best part: the two of them are already an unbeatable team.

No matter what you want to know… Luis knows the answer! Even if sometimes his answer will make you smile, because that’s Luis - he loves to joke around. Our senior boss always helps out wherever there is a need, whether at the farm or at the guesthouse. He also takes care of the Mitterhofer’s vegetable garden and orchard, so that Hilde and Franzi can prepare plenty of jam for breakfast.

Very early in the morning, Hilde wanders into the kitchen to “set it in motion“. A few hours later you can meet her in her little oasis of well-being: the laundry room. Until a few years ago, Hilde used to spoil Mitterhofer guests with her culinary delights. Now she is passing on her recipes to her granddaughter Franzi. Although she stepped back a bit over the years, Hilde still takes care of everyone - especially of her nine grandchildren.

Our passionate farmer Christian not only looks after the meadows and fields, but also his beloved animals – that’s why every morning at the breakfast table the fresh milk from our farm tastes even better. Would you like to know more about tractors and farm machinery? Just ask Christian! In 2021 he became a dad again and handed over the management of the guesthouse to his eldest daughter Franzi.

Until 2018 Silvia was responsible for bookings and welcoming guests. Since then she visits us regularly with her two sons Josef and Philipp, her pride and joy, helping us out as best she can. Spending some quality, stress-free time with her old regulars fills her with joy.

Hospitality consists in a little fire, a little food, and an immense quiet.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

From farm to guesthouse

A (hi)story that moves

In 1967, at the young age of 20, Alois Kuen - alias Luis - took over his aunt's farmhouse. It was a great challenge to run a farm with no agricultural machines and few cows. In 1972, Luis married his long-time girlfriend Mathilde Mair, and in the following years they had four children: Christian, Ulrich, Petra and Silvia.
In the 1970s, the road that leads to the Mitterhofer was finally completed and a water pipe was installed to irrigate the meadows. In 1976, the barn was extended to make room for 30 cows. 
Since the couple needed money to finance all the planned construction work, Luis tried to increase the family income by performing with his music band "Die fidelen Etschtaler" and working as a ski instructor. While he was working around, Hilde took care of all the work on the farm.
In the early 80s, renovation work continued - seven new guest rooms were built on the first floor. Business was going well, so in 1985 five more double rooms were built. Hilde looked after the guests around the clock and Luis entertained them with his music when he was not on the road. 
Besides the guesthouse, in 1999 the farm was also renovated with the construction of a free-stall barn, an automated barn with milking robots and a concentrate feeding system.
In 2005, four double rooms and a holiday flat were built on the first floor and a new wellness area on the ground floor. Between 2006 and 2007, the roof and second floor have been completely demolished in order to extend the building with four holiday apartments and three double rooms. The dining room has been also enlarged internally and externally with a terrace.
In 2012, Christian, Luis and Hilde’s eldest son, has taken over the guesthouse and the farm, relieving his parents of a great responsibility. However, Hilde and Luis still help out diligently, because without them the Mitterhofer won’t be the same.

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