Count Kálnoky's Transylvanian Guesthouses

Transylvania is not only famous as the homeland of Bram Stoker’s fictional character, Count Dracula. It harbours Europe’s last pristine landscapes, well-preserved medieval villages, and produces some excellent food and wines. Immerse yourself in a forgotten world that you probably believe has ceased to exist in today's Europe.

Experience the luxury of simplicity.

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The Cottages

Our guesthouses in the Transylvanian village of Miklósvár / Micloșoara date back to the 1800’s and before. The buildings have been carefully restored in order to preserve their original charm and character. The cottages are situated within spacious gardens, some with storks nesting on nearby rooftops. They have been beautifully furnished with antiques in the Transylvanian Szekler and Saxon styles. To ensure that our guests have a warm and comfortable stay also in winter, we have enhanced the original wood stoves by a hidden central heating system. The village has little infrastructure, therefore we cannot (and do not wish to) claim technical perfection. The restored castle (hunting manor) and its park are located at a short stride down the main road. There can be no denying the rustic charm and original character, which offers an opportunity to step back in time, as if you were in a 19th century novel and had come to visit friends in Transylvania's countryside. 

  • Lower guesthouse Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.
  • View from the Blue House on the Main House, Miklosvar, Transylvania
  • Main Guest House, Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.
  • Stucco House, Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Paul White.
  • The Blue House, Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.
  • Lower guesthouse, Billiard room and Sauna, Miklosvar, Transylvania

The Rooms

The guestrooms are furnished exclusively with antique Transylvanian furniture, including most of the textiles. All rooms have double beds with woolen and duvet covers. In order to create an atmosphere of peace and tranquility, the rooms do not have television or radio; instead, you will find plenty of interesting books on the shelves. Each room has an electric kettle, with tea provided.

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Services

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed at the main house Miclosoara house number 186, before being shown to their rooms in the cottages. In the evenings, everyone meets in the main house's wine cellar for what has been described as a continuous dinner party with changing guests.  All gardens have comfortable deck-chairs and arbours with benches and tables. Transfers, guided activities and meals are available. Laundering is taken care of for a small fee. The rooms are equipped with kettles for making your own tea, and bottled mineral water is provided. We offer local produce and crafts to buy at the shop. The museum in the newly restored renaissance manor of the Kálnoky's and its park are open to our guests.

Children are very welcome and the guesthouses are suitable for all ages.

  • Dinner incl. wine at Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Fabrice Grover.
  • Famous Transylvanian brandy, Miklosvar
  • Minibar at Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Alina Ciornei.
  • Tea & Coffee in Transylvania. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.
  • Breakfast at Miklosvar guesthouse, Transylvania. Photo: https://romanianromance.wordpress.com.
  • Fizzy at Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Rares Petru Achiriloaie.
  • Transylvanian Coffee Table. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.

Activities

'All Inclusive' - guests discover Transylvania by experiencing its countryside and its people. History is alive in unspoiled villages with impressive fortified churches unique to Transylvania. Traditional crafts are still being passed down from generation to generation. Nature-bound activities, including bear-watching from a hide in the evening, will get you back in touch with genuine natural environment. The location at Miklósvár / Miclosoara is ideally situated to venture into three of the most defining regions of Transylvania: The Saxon Land, the Szekler Land and the Carpathian foothills. We offer a number of cultural and natural excursions, one taking place every day of the week on a set schedule. In addition, we offer horse-riding treks for the experienced, or lessons for beginners at our nearby stables. The museum in the newly restored renaissance manor is open to our guests. Please contact the manager on 0040743100311 with minimum one day prior check-in if you would like to book any all-inclusive or local activities.

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  • Wild Bear in Transylvania
  • Miklosvar Forest, Transylvania. Photo: Cecilia.
  • Blacksmith Gyuri Barabas, Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Nagy D. Istvan.
  • Watermill at Little Bacon, Transylvania. Photo: Cecilia.
  • Countess Anna Kalnoky, Transylvania. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.
  • Bran Castle, Transylvania. Photo: Alis Holidays.
  • Viscri, Transylvania. Photo: Caeliart.
  • Pied Pipers Cave, Transylvania. Photo: Simon Gregor.

Food & Drinks

Dinner is served in the rustical yet elegant wine cellar as ‘table d’hôte’. It has often been described as a continuous Transylvanian dinner party with changing guests. The three-course dinners and lunches can be adapted for vegetarians at prior notice. We offer an exhaustive choice of fine Romanian and Hungarian wines

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Prices

We strive to offer affordable, yet financially sustainable holidays in this authentic Transylvanian environment.

The 'All Inclusive' price per person sharing a double or twin room includes a welcome drink and dinner upon arrival, full board, guided tours and activities during the day, entrance fees, transport and taxes, as well as breakfast at departure. Lunch does not include drinks. Dinner includes 1 shot of palinka, further drinks can be bought from the menu. Price: 173-185,- Eur/person/night, single supplement 20 - Eur/person/night. 

For Bed&Breakfast prices of the rooms please click on the button below ‘view our prices’. Lunch (3 courses, excl drinks) 20,- Eur, dinner (3 courses, 1 shot of palinka) 30,- Eur. Further drinks can be bought from the menu. Day-activities according to schedule 90,- Eur / person incl. transport, guide, lunch and entrance fees, excl. beverages. Optional tours are available for an extra supplement.

Transfers to / from the guesthouses at arrival / departure have to be paid separately, as well as a few extra options like riding or bear-watching. Please follow the link to choose your room and book online. Your booking can only be confirmed once the deposit has been paid via bank transfer. If you encounter difficulties booking online, please contact us directly.

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The Stone Pub

The Stone Pub is perhaps the most archaic building in the whole village. Guests usually meet here for pre-dinner drinks after having returned from their excursions or activities during the day. Local Transylvanian crafts and produce are for sale in the shop. When the cows ring their large bells in the evening on their way home from the pastures, it is time to go to dinner at the main guesthouse. In summer there is an outside terrace.
  • Stone Pub at Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.
  • Bar in The Stone Pub at Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Tibor Kalnoky.
  • Pub Window, Miklosvar, Transylvania. Photo: Alex Boghian.

Transylvanian Renaissance Castle

The XVIIth century Kálnoky Manor and its park are now available for cultural and social events!

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Count Kalnoky's Transylvanicum

Manufacture & design of fine Transylvanian crafts & textiles.

Items on display at the guesthouses and on Transylvanicum’s Facebook page

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Special Events

The renovated manor and its park have now been opened for events and happenings. An Italian wedding marquee for 250 persons has been set up in the park. We welcome private and cultural events. Please follow the page on Instagram!

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Location & Contact

Reception Count Kálnoky's guesthouses
525104 Micloșoara, nr. 186
Jud. Covasna, Transilvania, Romania
GPS: N 46.00914° E 25.58187°

Stone Pub
525104 Micloșoara, nr.85
Jud. Covasna, Transilvania, Romania
GPS: N 46.009950° E 25.580738°

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Please book online. For further inquiries: e-mail

Inquiries by email will be answered within 48 hours. 

Call our office from Monday to Friday, 8AM - 4PM (Romanian time): +40 742 20 25 86

For last minute bookings and arrivals please call: +40 743 10 03 11

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Your stay contributes to the sustainable development of Transylvania and to the preservation of its cultural and natural heritage. The Kálnoky Foundation collaborates with The Prince of Wales's Foundation in Romania.

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