Balcony of the Special Moselle House overlooking the Moselle, vineyards and a river cruise ship

The Special Moselle House

Your own private box seat right on the banks of the Moselle.

Entire holiday home · 2 bedrooms · Up to 4 guests · Balcony with Moselle view

★ 4.93 out of 5 · 27 reviews on Airbnb · Kinheim, Middle Moselle

How a final wish became something special.

My father loved this house. He would sit up here for hours, looking out over the Moselle and the vineyards – it meant everything to him. When he passed away unexpectedly in 2020, it happened so fast that I couldn't even reach him in time from Switzerland.

His last wish to me: keep the house and turn it into something special – the thing he never managed to finish himself.

I kept that promise. What followed was a complete renovation – from bare stone walls to a finished holiday home. Every room tells its own transformation story. Below you can see how it looked before, and what it became.
Before Attic before renovation – bare shale-stone shell
After Attic after renovation – stylish living space with exposed timber framing
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The attic floor

From bare shale-stone shell to a stylish living space with exposed timber framing, sliding doors and Moselle views.

Before Bathroom before renovation – raw rubble-stone vault
After Bathroom after renovation – modern bathroom with rain shower
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The bathroom

From raw rubble-stone vault to a modern bathroom with rain shower.

Before Kitchen before renovation – simple attic kitchen
After Kitchen after renovation – fully fitted kitchen under the roof beams
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The kitchen

From a simple attic kitchen to a fully fitted kitchen under the roof beams.

Before Balcony before renovation – weathered wooden balcony
After Balcony after renovation – new terrace with panoramic Moselle views
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The balcony

From a weathered wooden balcony to a new terrace with panoramic Moselle views – almost every guest's favourite spot.

Everything you need for a relaxed stay

With balcony, river views and plenty of comfort.

Detached & private

The whole house just for you, with the feel of a family home. Perfect for switching off.

Fully equipped kitchen

Everything you need to cook with regional produce – guests call it "a culinary pleasure."

Fast Wi-Fi

Stay connected, or switch off. Reliable internet for everyone who needs it.

On-site parking

Just arrive, unload, relax. Ideal for day trips around the region.

Balcony & Moselle views

Many guests' favourite spot: breakfast, barbecue, unwind – overlooking the river and vineyards.

A host who cares

Extremely helpful, quick to reach, warm and witty – plus plenty of local tips.

Air conditioning & heat pump

3 modern split units (2 bedrooms + kitchen) heat and cool at a quarter of the power of electric heating – whisper-quiet, instant effect.

Mollie guest card

€1 per person per day: regional discounts, free bus rides (from July 2025), free Enkirch ferry, Traben-Trarbach Christmas market.

E-bike charging

Sockets for e-bikes right in the house. The Mosel cycle path runs past the door – perfect for rides.

Pellet stove & cosiness

In autumn and winter the pellet stove keeps things warm – ideal for slowing down in wine season.

What guests say

Real quotes from Airbnb reviews: 4.93 out of 5 stars from 27 reviews (as of October 2026). Translated from the original reviews.

★★★★★

"The view of the Moselle is magnificent"

"Gero welcomed us in person and explained everything … The view of the Moselle is magnificent, whether from the balcony or the attic window. Our kids were delighted too …"

— Thomas · Oct 2026
★★★★★

"… just like in the photos."

"The location is brilliant, and the view of the Moselle is exactly as it is in the photos. We stayed there for five days and felt completely at home, thanks in part to Gero’s helpful tips. We’d love to come back."

— Jan · Oct 2026
★★★★★

"There really is nothing missing."

"We had four wonderful days. The house was perfect and fully equipped. The beds were very comfortable. There really was nothing missing. … and a balcony with a great view … highly recommended!"

— Roy · Aug 2026
★★★★★

"We had a brilliant stay!"

"Every morning there are fresh bread rolls from the bakery across the road. … The kitchen really is fully equipped. Two floors with a brilliant view!"

— Eric · Jul 2026
★★★★★

Perfect for unwinding

"A stay at Gero’s accommodation is the perfect way to unwind. Every evening, we were able to sit out on the balcony, take in the stunning vineyards and watch the boats glide along the Moselle. … It was perfect and absolutely wonderful."

— Jennifer · Jun 2026
★★★★★

Balcony, bike and fast internet

"The balcony overlooking the Moselle is particularly lovely … I was able to park and charge my bike under the balcony, where it stayed dry. The internet was very fast and worked without any interruptions."

— Uwe · May 2026
★★★★★

Cosy even in winter

"The house offers breathtaking views across the Moselle and the vineyards. … very cosy and comfortable, even in the freezing, snow-covered winter months … Gero … was waiting for us on arrival in a pre-heated house!"

— Bas · Jan 2026
★★★★★

"We never wanted to leave."

"…a wonderful view of the Moselle straight from the bedroom, the beautiful terrace overlooking the river, the tasteful, modern interior… Gero is the perfect host, extremely helpful, instantly reachable… we never wanted to leave."

— Heidi · Aug 2025
★★★★★

"Watching the boats drift by… breakfast on the porch"

"…a breathtaking view over the Moselle… so peaceful and relaxing to watch the boats drift gently past all day. We loved having breakfast outside on the porch…"

— Ingrid · Jul 2025
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Location

The Moselle House sits at Schiffergasse 2 in Kinheim – right on the river, with the Mosel cycle path at the doorstep.

Exactly between Bernkastel-Kues and Traben-Trarbach

Two of the prettiest villages on the Moselle. The house is right on the river, with the Mosel cycle path at the doorstep.

Getting here (by car)

From the A1 motorway at Wittlich interchange, take the B50 towards Mainz / Frankfurt-Hahn airport. After about 10 km, at the Moselle valley bridge, take the Traben-Trarbach exit – the road winds down through beautiful vineyards into the valley. At the roundabout head towards Lösnich, then left onto the Gestade – after 800 m along the river you've arrived.

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Bernkastel-Kues
approx. 18 km · 20 min
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Traben-Trarbach
approx. 10 km · 12 min
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Cochem
approx. 40 km · 40 min
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Mosel cycle path
right at the house

Nearest airports: Frankfurt-Hahn (approx. 45 min), Luxembourg & Frankfurt Main within easy driving distance. Trier (Roman UNESCO city) approx. 45 min.

Your Moselle home

Schiffergasse 2
54538 Kinheim
Germany

"Where the wine grows, the soul flourishes too."

Discover

The host's insider tips, gathered over years on the Moselle.

Favourite restaurants

  • Nicos, Kröv (3 km) – Mediterranean, warm, great wines.
  • Marcello's Eis Eck, Kröv – "probably the best ice-cream parlour on the Middle Moselle."
  • Graifen, Traben-Trarbach – modern "wine-life-food" concept.
  • TasteBrothers (new) – highly recommended.
  • Straussenwirtschaft Weingut Roth, Kinheim-Kindel – rustic, regional Mosel tapas.

Boat trips on the Moselle

The house lies exactly between Bernkastel-Kues and Traben-Trarbach – both reachable by boat, with the jetty right across on the Kinheim side. The Traben-Trarbach route (approx. 30 min) is the prettier trip; the bus back is included in the guest card.

Calmont – the world's steepest vineyard

Near Neef, with over 65° incline. A must for wine lovers. Weingut Amlinger & Sohn produces outstanding steep-slope Rieslings; tastings without appointment.

Fishing & water sports

  • Fishing right in front of the house (day permit €9).
  • The Moselle is clean bathing water today.
  • Kayaking tour Kinheim → Traben-Trarbach starts from the house.
  • Swimming from the Kinheim jetty across the river.

Cycling – Mosel & Maare-Mosel path

The Mosel cycle path passes the house. The Maare-Mosel path from Daun to Bernkastel-Kues (on a former volcanic railway) is a guest favourite. E-bike charging in the house; secure bike storage under the balcony.

Mollie guest card & extras

€1 per person per day – free buses (from July 2025), free Enkirch ferry, Traben-Trarbach Christmas market. Plus the host's favourite local wines available in the house at cost.

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FAQ

Answers to the most common questions.

How many people does the Moselle House sleep? +

Up to 4 guests in 2 bedrooms. You rent the entire house exclusively for your group – no sharing with other guests.

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Just fill in the enquiry form or email us. We confirm your dates personally and give you a 10% saving vs. the Airbnb price – same service, direct communication, no middleman.

What are the check-in and check-out times? +

Check-in from 3:00 pm, check-out by 11:00 am. Flexible times possible by arrangement.

Is there Wi-Fi, parking and e-bike charging? +

Yes – fast Wi-Fi, a private parking space at the house and enough sockets for e-bikes, all free for guests.

How far are Bernkastel-Kues, Traben-Trarbach and Cochem? +

Bernkastel-Kues approx. 18 km (20 min), Traben-Trarbach approx. 10 km (12 min), Cochem approx. 40 km (40 min). The Mosel cycle path runs right past the house.

What's included in the price? +

Bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and parking – all included. The Mollie guest card costs €1 per person per day. No other costs.

Are pets allowed? +

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed.

How do I get to the Moselle House? +

By car from the A1 at Wittlich interchange, take the B50 towards Mainz / Frankfurt-Hahn airport. After about 10 km, at the Moselle valley bridge, take the Traben-Trarbach exit – the road winds down through beautiful vineyards into the valley. At the roundabout head towards Lösnich, then left onto the Gestade – after 800 m along the river you've arrived. There's also a boat jetty across on the Kinheim side.

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