There are cases, albeit rare, when solitude heals. Št’astná Samota is a sensitively and lovingly restored late 18th century farmhouse located in the middle of the picturesque Central Bohemian countryside. The charm of this exceptional place will relieve you of stress, let you forget the worries of everyday life and allow you to relax in the circle of your loved ones. Discover a stylish and unique place perfect for a large family celebration or as a private retreat for up to sixteen guests and two well-behaved dogs. Happy Solitude combines the luxury of private accommodation with the comforts of home.
Št’astná Samota is miles away from all civilization, in the middle of meadows and fields in the rugged and forested area of the southern part of Central Bohemia, near Vrchotovy Janovice. In addition to excursions, attractions and natural and historical beauty, the surroundings offer extraordinary experiences in outdoor activities.
TThe story of Št’astná Samota began in 1787, when its first part was built as a manor house. Later, a farmstead was built on the neighbouring land. Gradually, the place came to be called „Samota U Balíčka“. It was only a few years ago that the individual properties were sensitively reconstructed into their present form and the two homesteads were effectively merged into one. More information can be found here.
Št’astná Samota offers family accommodation in a private self-catering accommodation. It is available to you as a whole, is fully equipped and accommodates up to 16 people in eight rooms (one suite with en suite bathroom, a second suite variable with en suite bathroom, six double rooms, two further bathrooms). The extensive communal areas are located in a separate house. More information on accommodation and facilities here.
With over 8,000 m2 of professionally maintained country-style gardens, you will find plenty of privacy for your entertainment and relaxation. There are a number of seating areas equipped with comfortable garden furniture. There is a gas barbecue, a classic outdoor fireplace or a pétanque court.
Št’astná Samota is an exceptional venue for your wedding, celebration or corporate event. The spacious suite with luxurious Hästens bed is undoubtedly an attraction for the newlyweds. The number of guests is variable as we can also make use of the extensive garden areas. Our unique concept allows you to rent the homestead including all necessary inventory and to prepare and organize the event yourself according to your own preferences and budget. Unlike a hotel or restaurant, you are thus in full control of all costs. However, if you need professional service, we work with leading agencies that can provide turnkey preparation and organization of your event.
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The earliest concrete record from the history of the homestead dates back to 28 December 1787, when the dominical homestead in Braštice No. 6 was purchased by Mr. Václav Dvořák (the Braštice gamekeeper) from the economic office of the Vrchotovy Janovice estate. The record says: „On the day and year written below, a voluntary contract with the will and permission of the Gracious Highness was made at the request of Václav Dvořák, the then heyny of Braštický, between the economic office on the one hand and Václav Dvořák on the other hand for the heinous cottage, which he was allowed to build at his own expense for himself and his heirs…“
It is thus clear that the homestead was built „on a green field“ in 1787 and in the following years on dominical land, i.e. land belonging directly to the upper class, and was referred to as „the Heinov cottage behind Braštice“. This means that the cottage was originally built as a (manor) hut.
Six houses in Braštice are depicted in the so-called Schaller topography published for the Beroun region in 1788. Unfortunately, we have very few historical sources for the village of Braštice. Firstly, due to the fire of the Votice castle in 1746, when practically the entire historical archive of the Votice manor and the Vrchotovy Janovice estate was burnt down, and secondly, due to the fact that it was a completely dominical village and therefore not recorded in the historical cadastres (until the Josefský cadastre, only property in rustic possession was taxed, i.e. registered).
It is not even easy to trace the exact origin of the place name „U Balíčka“, later sometimes also „U Balíčků“. The first variant, namely derivation from the proper name or surname, is always offered. The surname Balík is found in Mrvice at one of the historical homesteads, but not the one adjacent to the land in question, although „mrvická“ fields and meadows are found in the vicinity.
This option is therefore by no means completely excluded. In time, the diminution to „Package“ may have occurred. The second possibility is that this place name may have been derived from the appellative „Balík“ (diminutive of „Balíček“), which in the southern part of Central Bohemia metaphorically named a certain shape of the terrain, when trees were planted in the heaped-up ground, the so-called „balík“, because of the wet. Since the map of the stable cadastre shows a small forest in these places, this reasoning may not be entirely false. Thus, over time, the second variant, whose precise meaning has ceased to be in the general consciousness, may have „degraded“ to the meaning of the first variant, i.e. „At the Balik“ (meaning the forest, the house originally having originated as a grove) became „At the Balik“.
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The accommodation is situated in a separate house on two floors, completely separated from the rest of the complex. Thanks to the fact that sleeping is arranged in this separate building, you will not be disturbed at all while resting, even when some of the guests are having fun in the common areas. On the ground floor you will find a double suite with a king size bed and en suite bathroom with toilet and shower, as well as three separate double bedrooms with king size beds and one additional bathroom with toilet, bath and shower. Both ground floor bathrooms have a romantic exit directly into the garden. Upstairs you will find a spacious suite with a Hästens Super King Size bed, three further separate double bedrooms with King Size beds and two bathrooms with toilet and shower, one of which can easily be set aside as an en suite bathroom for the suite.
The original outbuilding has been transformed into a beautiful common room, in which the kitchen, dining room and two living areas are connected. One of them is purely relaxing - you will find a library full of books, a computer corner and a unique glass fireplace. The other living area may surprise you with its location, as it will be right above your heads under the roof. There you can lounge on the giant sofa in front of the satellite TV, listen to music or play a game of foosball. What you'll love are the huge windows all around the perimeter of the building, which offer a spectacular view of the surrounding countryside.
Cooking enthusiasts will be delighted by the well-equipped kitchen with Miele appliances (induction hob, wok panel, steam oven with grill, dish warmer, fridge with freezer, dishwasher) and Nespresso coffee machine. The kitchen also includes all the usual small household appliances and kitchen utensils of the leading manufacturer WMF (toaster, blender, vegetable slicer, smoothie blender, etc.), dishes, glasses, etc. There is also a dining table with chairs and a complete place setting. Of course there is also a good quality washing machine and tumble dryer, iron and ironing board.
60" Neo QLED Samsung TV with Skilink and Astra satellite reception, Apple TV, Netflix, music system.
The lounge and the accommodation area are sensitively connected by a spacious winter garden, where you can find shelter in the spring and autumn months in case of bad weather.
The garage for two vehicles is located in a separate building. A wallbox is available for charging electric vehicles, charging is for a fee through the EVMAPA provider. Charging of electric bikes is free of charge. There is also a table tennis table with accessories in the garage.
Beds are clean linen. Bathrooms are equipped with towels, bath amenities and hairdryers. A laundry room equipped with a Miele washing machine and dryer and an ironing board is available if needed.
Cleaning is provided after guests' departure, but more frequent cleaning can be arranged on request at an additional cost. Basic cleaning tools and resources are available in the common room for your own small cleaning.
Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property. You can also use the computer corner with a PC and printer.
Link for navigation here.
From Prague you can reach us by highway D1 and E55 in the direction of České Budějovice in about an hour.
After passing Benešov and Bystřice on the bypass, turn right at the Petrovice exit, Drachkov and shortly before Vrchotové Janovice, over the dam of the Zrcadlo pond towards Braštice.
At Kamenný rybník, turn left off the asphalt road onto a dirt road and follow it past the farmhouse for a kilometre and a half to Št’astná Samota. Go through the gate (if it is open) without any worries.
The last stretch is on a paved dirt road. All vehicles with a conventional axle can drive slowly along it in all weathers without any problems. However, the use of supercars and generally sports cars with very low ground clearance is inappropriate in this section.
We will be happy to take care of a comfortable overnight stay for 16 guests. Children are also welcome at Št’astná Samota, for the little ones there is a cot with complete bedding, a baby seat, steps, a bath tub and a potty.
We will be expecting you at Št’astná Samota on the day of arrival from 16:00. Departure time is 10:00 am.
A dog is man’s best friend, so up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome in Št’astná Samota. During the day they can stay in the garden and all indoor areas, at night they can only stay with you in your bedrooms. One dog bed and bowls will be provided. Please check with us in advance if other animals are staying.
You can prepare your own meals, with a well-equipped kitchen, an outdoor gas barbecue and a fireplace. If you would like to arrange a private chef or a direct catering company, be sure to contact us.
The garage can accommodate 2 vehicles. Up to 6 cars and one medium sized helicopter can fit in our outdoor parking lot. Please feel free to contact us for written approval to land on the property.
