The house is comfortable and the view of Lake Thun and its surrounding mountains is spectacular.
We missed the turnoff for the house. David, the host, emailed us a link to a map, but the lack of connectivity on Verizon's international plan has been a disappointment.
We arrived from Phoenix, Arizona after enduring almost four months of temperatures up to 118 degrees Fahrenheit, and we found the house cold. David supplied us with firewood and brought in an electrician to do an override that allowed the heat emitted by the floor tiles to be increased.
David also helped when the Miele dryer repeatedly insisted the plinth filter needed cleaning. He sent the cleaner over. She explained there are three filters in the dryer: the standard lint filter, the plinth filter underneath it that we had been cleaning repeatedly, and one more that looked like a large black block. Once that was taken outside and vigorously tapped to release its lint, we had no more issues.
A small Volg market is close by and can supply basics. We had a reason to visit nearby Frutigen and found its large Coop market very well stocked.
Highlights of the trip included a ride up Mount Niesen on the funicular. Check the mountain top from the kitchen window and go when it is visible. Don't miss the views on a cloudy day!
The cleaner recommended Geissbach Falls, a beautiful waterfall with 14 cascades. You can hike up and walk behind one cascade. Funicular and boat rides are other options.