Nature house in Okkenbroek

Overijssel, Netherlands

Detached | Isolated | Cottage, Bungalow, Group accommodation, Country house
  • 10 persons
  • 5 bedrooms
  • WiFi
  • Pets allowed
8.8/10
4.7/5
Guests who stayed here find the surroundings fantastic for
Horse riding Mountainbiking Walk the dog Bird watching Cycling Hiking

In southwestern Overijssel lies Salland. The area between the Sallandse Heuvelrug and the IJssel. The old hanseatic city of Deventer forms the heart of the area. Just east of Deventer lies this beautiful estate. On this estate you will stay in this lovely nature house. Together with nature house 26102, these two houses the hunting lodge form one of the most beautiful estates of Overijssel. The house has been further expanded and modernized over the years. It is now a fully equipped house for up to ten guests. The modern and spacious kitchen is the connecting point to the newer part. Here there is another beautiful large living room where you can sit and eat at a long table. In spacious dining room, of course also with wood stove, you can enjoy your meals with the whole party overlooking the beautiful forests of the nearly 550-acre estate. French doors provide access to the terrace, the large woodland garden and the surrounding forests.

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Nature and surroundings

Until the 19th century, the area now where the nature house stands consisted largely of wild groves. The Hottinger map from about 1785 shows the area as the "Bathmenerheyde," an area not yet cultivated. IJssellandschap has two pillars in the area: agriculture and forestry. Based on species composition and age structure of the trees in the forest, wood is periodically harvested from the complex through forest management. Together with the Groot Salland Water Board and the Province of Overijssel, opportunities have been sought to give the natural qualities a positive impulse, this has resulted in excavations in the low parts which in turn have led to the development of special and rare plant species. It is a beautiful and open forest meadow where many natural values have developed. The area De Slenk is not open to the public but one can walk along it by means of a footpath which gives a good view of the open landscape.

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Facilities

Bedroom 1
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 2
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 3
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 4
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 5
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Accessibility
  • Parking (5x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Wood stove
  • Central heating
  • Heating (electric, central heating)
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden (shared)
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Small lake
  • Garden doors
Entertainment
  • Business meetings
Children
  • High chair (2x)
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
  • Gas stove
Bathroom
  • Bathroom (2x)
  • Bath
  • Shower
  • Toilet
Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer (shared)

Location


Reviews

8.8/10
4.7/5
  1. Judith October 17, 2025
    General rating:
    10/10

    It is a beautiful, spacious, cozy house with nice details. It is clean and it is nice that there is already some tea and coffee when you arrive. Outside is plenty of room to sit. The stoves are super! And we enjoyed the record player and the wonderful collection of records.

    Nature, peace & environment:
    5/5

    The house is in a lovely spot, there is a large garden around the house with even a fairy pond. You can walk straight from the house into the woods.

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  2. Aimee August 22, 2025
    General rating:
    8/10

    With 10 friends we had a great time in Okkenbroek. There was lots of space and nature and had great walks and games. And there was an outdoor place to make a nice campfire. The bedrooms, living rooms and bathrooms were spacious and clean. The supermarket is also close by.Only areas of concern we ran into were the items present in the house. There were few dishwasher tablets for an entire weekend with 10 people. We cooked there together but unfortunately the skillets were not of a good quality. Also, the blankets were very thin so we were a bit cold at night. Perhaps a vacuum cleaner would be nice to leave the cottage tidy. But these are only minor points of attention for a perfect stay! We were kindly and clearly informed in advance about the arrival at the accommodation.

    Nature, peace & environment:
    5/5

    With 10 friends we had a great time in Okkenbroek. There was lots of space and nature and had great walks and games. And there was an outdoor place to make a nice campfire. The bedrooms, living rooms and bathrooms were spacious and clean. The supermarket is also close by.Only areas of concern we ran into were the items present in the house. There were few dishwasher tablets for an entire weekend with 10 people. We cooked there together but unfortunately the skillets were not of a good quality. Also, the blankets were very thin so we were a bit cold at night. Perhaps a vacuum cleaner would be nice to leave the cottage tidy. But these are only minor points of attention for a perfect stay! We were kindly and clearly informed in advance about the arrival at the accommodation.

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  3. Emma August 15, 2025
    General rating:
    9/10

    The cottage is well maintained and clean with a fine and complete kitchen, good beds, and good and cozy seating both inside and outside. Also suitable for people who are less mobile because everything is on 1 floor without too many thresholds.

    Nature, peace & environment:
    4/5

    The cottage is very conveniently and beautifully located for (forest) walks, running trails, "horse petting" walks with small children and a visit to Deventer.

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Reviews (88)
8.8/10
4.7/5

Good to know

Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
Safety deposit

A deposit of €200.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

House rules
  • Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
  • Minimum age of main booker: 18 years.
  • Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
  • No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
  • No parties or events are allowed.

Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.

Nature house-ID

26057

Good to know
Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
Safety deposit

A deposit of €200.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

House rules
  • Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
  • Minimum age of main booker: 18 years.
  • Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
  • No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
  • No parties or events are allowed.

Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.

Nature house-ID

26057


Sustainability

  • Energy label: A
  • Public transport within 1 kilometer

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Facilities
Accessibility
  • Parking (5x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Wood stove
  • Central heating
  • Heating (electric, central heating)
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden (shared)
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Small lake
  • Garden doors
Entertainment
  • Business meetings
Children
  • High chair (2x)
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
  • Gas stove
Bathroom
  • Bathroom (2x)
  • Bath
  • Shower
  • Toilet
Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer (shared)
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 2
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 3
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 4
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 5
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
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