A Much-Needed Retreat at Villa Contessa, Bad Saarow, April 2025

Just an hour’s drive from Berlin, the elegant lakeside town of Bad Saarow offers a tranquil escape from urban life. My recent stay at the exquisite Villa Contessa, Germany’s smallest five-star hotel, was a true sanctuary of calm and refinement. Overlooking the shimmering Scharmützelsee, the villa combines timeless charm with discreet luxury — the kind that invites you to slow down, breathe, and simply be. From the soothing spa treatments to the delicate cuisine, every detail reflected quiet excellence. It was the perfect reminder that sometimes, a brief retreat can restore more than a long vacation ever could.

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