Claire Schmidt
I stayed at Franz&Mathilde for two months this summer and it was INCREDIBLE! As a digital nomad, it provides the best place to work for awhile. There’s a dedicated coworking room with big monitors (where I worked 95% of the time), but you could also work in the cafe area, on the balcony, in the garden, or in your room. There are also two private offices for when you need to take calls or meetings. It’s located in a tiny village in a gorgeous area, surrounded by mountains, apple orchards, and vineyards. There are short hikes you can do from the coliving and some longer ones you can access by bus. To access all the hikes, especially in the Dolomites, you’d need a car, or go with someone who has a car (which almost always works out). The hosts, Sarah and Philipp, are so incredibly sweet. Philipp makes a delicious breakfast every morning which is included in the price (fresh bread and croissants, homemade spreads, cheeses, yogurt, and DELICIOUS espresso based drinks). When you’re lucky, Bobby the cat will come around and grace you with her presence. Throughout the week, there are things going on, from barbecues to pizza nights to organized hikes. It’s so easy to get to know everyone and make friends fast. Everyone who comes here always leaves saying they can’t wait to come back. In the two months I was there, I met many people who were return guests. If you get a chance to come here, don’t think twice, just do it (and book for longer than you think!)