Cabin House in Čičmany, a bed and breakfast established with European funding, is at the center of a financial misconduct investigation. The owner, Milan Baláž, was recently accused of harming the financial interests of the European Union and of subsidy fraud after receiving nearly half a million euros in support through the Pôdohospodárska platobná agentúra. The case was first highlighted by the non-profit organization Nadácia Zastavme korupciu, which focuses on combating corruption.

The story of Cabin House goes beyond mere allegations of fraud. There are additional suspicions surrounding its operations, including improper billing for the construction of its foundations, which may have been billed twice. While Cabin House offers legitimate accommodation services, with its presence on various booking platforms, its reputation has been tainted by the accusations against its owner.

In contrast to other well-known projects associated with figures such as Norbert Bödör, Cabin House’s unique identity and operations are now overshadowed by these allegations. The implications of this case extend beyond the individual accusations, raising concerns about the potential misuse of EU funds in Slovakia and the broader effects on public trust in funded initiatives.