Things to do
Sail the nearby shores on a boat, admire Lake Balaton from above on a hot air balloon and taste local craft wines at nearby wineries.
Our waterfront guesthouse and the surrounding Balaton area offer countless experiences, sights,and activities, perfect for families, friend groups and couples alike. Whether you’re looking for a two-day or a week-long getaway, there’s plenty to discover. We’re happy to assist our guests in organizing these wonderful programs.
Gastronomy
Wine Tasting at Local Wineries
At our favorite local artisanal wineries, you can taste their award-winning wines and wine pairings directly in the cellar. We warmly recommend Ösztön Winery, Hartenstein Winery and Dézsma Winery for an unforgettable experience.
Restaurants
The best dining spots in the area are easily reachable by foot or bike within the village and the neighboring small town: Kistehén Burger Restaurant, Szevasztok, Pub-Lik, Fricska Balaton.
Fine Dining
The best fine dining restaurants in the county are just 10-20 minutes from our villa. Our personal favorites are Kistücsök, Chateau Visz, Kedvesem Bisztró and Gasztró Élménybirtok.
Shopping
You can shop at local grocery stores in Balatonszárszó, or within a 10-minute drive, you’ll find Spar, Lidl, Aldi, Tesco Express, DM, Rossmann and Pepco. Siófok Tesco Hypermarket is just 20 minutes away.
Adventure
Sailing
Private sailboats departing from nearby marinas are available for full-day rentals.
Adventure Park
The adventure parks in Zamárdi and Balatonfűzfő, open from spring to autumn, offer an exciting experience for both kids and adults.
Bobsled Tracks
Choose from several bobsled tracks in the area (Balatonfűzfő and Balatonboglár) , open from spring to autumn.
Hot Air Ballooning
A breathtaking hot air balloon ride over Lake Balaton would be an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Go-karting
For adrenaline lovers, the track can even be reserved for private events or birthday celebrations.
Paintball
An action-packed adventure, perfect for groups of friends or corporate team-building events.
family activities
BalaLand Family Park
An exclusive 10.000-square-meter adventure park an dplayhouse featuring indoor and outdoor experience pools.
Kőröshegyi Turtle Park
Hungary’s first and only visitable turtle collection.
Bella Zoo Siófok
The largest year-round zoo on the southern shore, home to exotic animals, a petting zoo, horseback riding and even camel rides.
Kápolnapuszta Buffalo Reserve
A sanctuary for Hungary’s largest visitable buffalo herd rezervátum.
Siófok Ferris Wheel
Hungary’s only custom-built 50-meter-high Ferris wheel, featuring a unique light show.
Nature
Kőröshegy Lavender Field
The “flower garden of Lake Balaton,” Hungary’s largest scenic lavender farm, open during the tulip and daffodil bloom in spring and the lavender season in summer.
Balatonboglár Globe Lookout
Hungary’s most uniquely designed observation tower.
Balatonföldvár Forest Park
A must-visit for nature lovers, located less than 10 minutes away.
Fejérkő Castle Ruins in Kereki
The remains of a medieval castle built in the 1100s, accessible via a scenic hike.
Kőröshegy Valley Bridge
Hungary’s longest valley bridge.
Töreki Lakes Nature Trail, Siófok
A 300-hectare nature reserve near Siófok with an 8.5 km hiking trail.
The Most Popular Lookout Points on the Southern Shore
Balatonvilágos Panoramic Lookout, Kőhegy Lookout in Zamárdi, and Kishegy Lookout in Balatonlelle.
Wellness
BalaLand Family Park
An exclusive adventure park and playhouse spanning 10.000 square meters, featuring indoor and outdoor experience pools.
AquaCity Water Slide & Adventure Park
Central Europe’s largest water park by water volume, offering numerous slides and experience pools.
Galerius Spa & Wellness Center
A year-round thermal spa with sauna world for both adults and kids.
Igali Thermal Spa
One of Hungary’s most renowned therapeutic spa destinations, with both indoor and outdoor thermal pools.
Hévíz Thermal Lake
The world’s largest biologically active natural thermal lake.
Kultúra
Tihany
Reach the “Pearl of Lake Balaton” in just 30 minutes by ferry. Explore the Benedictine Abbey, the Inner Lake and the breathtaking lavender fields.
Festetics Palace
One of Hungary’s largest and most visited palace, located in Keszthely.
Tihany Open-Air Theater
A unique summer theater venue overlooking the Inner Lake, offering unforgettable performances.
SzínpART
The most modern and largest open-air stage at Lake Balaton, located in Siófok.
Szántódpuszta Manor
A cultural family program that takes you back to the life of a Hungarian 19th-century manor.
Maritime History Visitor Center & Lookout
An interactive exhibition on Balaton’s sailing and boating history housed in a ship-shaped building in Balatonföldvár.