About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Esther's Homestay in Horgen offers a spacious environment with a sun terrace and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the balcony with stunning lake and mountain views. Comfortable Amenities: The homestay features a lift, coffee shop, and private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Additional amenities include a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Convenient Location: Located 26 km from Zurich Airport, the property is near attractions such as Uetliberg Mountain (13 km) and Museum Rietberg (14 km). Scuba diving is available in the surrounding area. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its lakes, host, and convenient location, Esther's Homestay ensures a pleasant stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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  • Terrace

  • Lake view

  • Mountain view


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Double Room with Private External Bathroom
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  • 1 double bed
US$429 for 3 nights
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  • 1 double bed
280 feet²
Balcony
Lake View
Mountain View
Private bathroom
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee Machine

  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Mosquito net
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Cable channels
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toaster
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max persons: 2
US$143 per night
Price US$429
Excluded: CHF 3.5 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Gabriele
Ireland Ireland
The host is very kind and informative, the house is super super clean and the room is huge. Heads up that it is a bit chilly in the night, but the blankets make it warm anyway. Private bathroom detached but with everything you need and clean....
Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Wonderful homestay accommodation our room was very comfortable with a TV, kettle and a big cooling fan, the bathroom was also very nice with everything you need. Esther is a lovely lady and met our every need including letting us have some space...
Gianfranco
Italy Italy
This was my second stay here and once again everything was excellent. The room was spacious, clean, and tidy, with great internet connection. Esther was very kind and welcoming. The location is perfect — quiet, yet very close to the lake. Highly...
Doreen
Singapore Singapore
We found this cozy and affordable accommodation by chance. Horgen is about 25 mins train from Zurich HB and 30 mins from Zurich airport It is a small town by Lake Zurich. The apartment is within walking distance from the train station and...
Khumo
Switzerland Switzerland
The kind and welcoming host provided a beautiful home and bedroom. It was quiet and private. The station was nearby, and the lake was a few steps away. I highly recommend the place for business travel and leisure stays.
Riika
Finland Finland
The location of the apartment is simply super. The only "noice" comes from the train passing close by, but that didn't bother us at all. Other than that it's really peacefull and beautiful area. You feel safe and calm. Stores and restaurants are...
Bruno
Switzerland Switzerland
Everything was just perfect. Esther is very nice and kind, and the stay was super. Room cozy and comfortable. Just 15 mins by train to Zurich.
Robert
Switzerland Switzerland
Everything From start to finish Especialy Esther what a wonderful lady
Will
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Esther is a wonderful host. She is so kind, lovely and went above and beyond to make sure I had everything needed during my stay. The apartment was very clean, I had my own bathroom, private parking and all the amenities I needed. The location...
Arafat
Germany Germany
Perfect location near lake and the host was very friendly.

Host Information

9.8
Host review score
La chambre est très jolie et bien équipée. Elle convient auxf emmes/hommes d'affaires ou à des couples ou personne seule. Wifi gratuit. Salle de bain à utilisation unique. Cuisine moderne et très bien équipée. Préparation de petits repas possible.
Quartier tranquille et verdoyant, proche de gare, VUE sur le LAC EXCEPTIONNELLE AINSI QUE SUR LE ALPES. Baignade au lac à 5mn à pied. Belles balades le long du lac. commerces, restaurants, bars à 8 à 10 minutes à pied.
Languages spoken: German,English,French,Italian

Property surroundings

House rules

Esther's Homestay - Big Room 26m2 chez l'habitant takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CHF 300 is required on arrival. That's about US$376. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Esther's Homestay - Big Room 26m2 chez l'habitant in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

A damage deposit of CHF 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.