The “Meng zu Niffenau”—as the Menkenbauer was known back then—has existed since 1691, initially as just a small farm. In 1753, the Elector appointed “Mengg” as the innkeeper of Ruhpolding. From that time on, it served as a resting place for the “Hölzer,” who used horses to transport wood for salt barrels over the Jochberg to Reichenhall, the ducal salt works. The original preserved Lüftel paintings on the historic farmhouse also date from this period. In 1837, the farm was purchased by Josef Oberhauser and has been run by the family ever since—now in its sixth generation. Guests were first accommodated as early as 1937, at that time by Maria and Josef Maier, who served as mayor of Ruhpolding for twenty years. In 1950, the sawmill was built and served as a source of income alongside farming and the small lodging business. In 1952, Touropa sent the first special trains to Ruhpolding, marking the beginning of tourism. Initially, only simple rooms in the farmhouse and Haus Anneliese were rented out, until the guesthouse was built in 1970.
Your benefit: We are a partner business of the Chiemgau Card. Upon arrival, you’ll receive the Chiemgau Card, which allows you to enjoy numerous free offers in and around Ruhpolding. Among other things, you’ll have access to mountain railways, ski lifts, and water parks, as well as various museums and guided hikes. You’ll also have access to free bike rentals and public transportation, such as regional buses and the Bayerische Regiobahn between Ruhpolding and Traunstein. This way, you can experience the region to the fullest while being pleasantly surprised by many free offerings. Upon request, we’d be happy to send you additional information and the detailed terms of use.
Our cozy ground-floor apartment, “Rauschberg 3,” offers approximately 40 m² of living space and can accommodate 2 adults and up to 2 small children.
Amenities:
Bright living room with a spacious corner bench | cozy seating area with a pull-out sofa bed, sleeping surface 140 cm | flat-screen TV | DVD player | stereo system. Direct access to the large, sunny south-facing terrace with a stunning mountain view | seating area | sun loungers | gas grill. Small, simple kitchenette in the hallway, including a two-burner stove | refrigerator | coffee maker | toaster | egg cooker. Separate bedroom with a double bed | large closets | coat rack with shoe cabinet. Bathroom with shower | toilet | hair dryer | makeup mirror | toiletries. Wi-Fi.
Upon your arrival, the beds will be made, and we provide fresh towels free of charge for the duration of your stay.
Additional services, some for a fee

Healthy breakfast buffet or, alternatively, a bread roll service
Coin-operated washing machine | dryer
Large bike storage area | lockable ski room
Parking spaces right next to the house
Digital guest folder for planning your vacation, both at home and on vacation.

Experience the fascinating nature of the Chiemgau up close. Our beautiful Ruhpolding Valley has something for everyone. Over 240 kilometers of hiking trails around Ruhpolding offer routes for every skill level, and the many alpine huts invite you to linger with homemade delicacies. Mountain bikers and leisure cyclists will find an extensive network of trails, including beautiful swimming spots in our lake region. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely or active vacation, in summer or winter, our region offers a diverse range of recreational activities for all ages. Our guesthouse is the ideal starting point for your day trips to Reichenhall, Berchtesgaden, Königssee, Salzburg, Lake Chiemsee, as well as Kufstein and Kitzbühel (30–45 min. drive).