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Nature house in Wateren (Westerveld)

Drenthe, Netherlands

Detached | Small holiday park | Bungalow
  • 4 persons
  • 2 bedrooms
  • WiFi
  • Pets allowed
8/10
5/5
Guests who stayed here find the surroundings fantastic for
Canoeing Horse riding Mountainbiking Walk the dog Bird watching Cycling Hiking

This nature house is situated on a very large private lot (+ 4,100 m²)! Unique by Dutch standards, with plenty of privacy. It’s a cozy, simple (shower behind a shower curtain and you do your own dishes) and dated (1960s) cottage that is, however, beautifully situated within the Drents Friese Wold National Park. The living room offers a cozy atmosphere thanks to large windows and a wood stove. Beautiful views of the woods and meadows of the Drenthe landscape.  There’s a trampoline outside in the woods. Your dog is welcome. Horses are usually allowed, too. We can help arrange stabling. The woods are very quiet, and fireworks are not permitted. Birdwatchers and animal lovers can enjoy the scenery from the porch (or in the garden). Bicycles can be rented at our local bike shop. Charging your car using the charger may be possible upon request (at another property, house 61055). Groups or group stays of up to 10 people are possible (13 people starting in 2027). Subject to availability.
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Nature and surroundings

This nature house is centrally located near Oude Willem, Diever, Vledder, Dwingeloo, Havelte, Appelscha, Frederiksoord, and Aekingerzand. It is situated in the heart of the Drents Friese Wold National Park. Drenthe at its best. A unique spot for horseback riding, mountain biking, cycling, hiking, and nature and wildlife enthusiasts (great for birdwatching or photography). The Fochteloërveen, Dwingelderveld, and Weerribben National Parks are nearby. The Dwingelderveld boardwalk and other trails are just a stone’s throw away (the Drents-Friese Wold Hiking Trail, the Beek en Bos Forest Ranger Trail, hiking along the Dwingelderveld, the “Wet Noses” Trail, the fourth stage of the Pieterpad, the Oudemolense Diep Forest Ranger Trail, the Westerbork–Zwiggelte Trail, and the Shakespeare Trail). There are also beautiful bike paths, nature trails, and horse trails. You can go swimming and enjoy the local culture (for example, the Drents Museum, the De Proefkolonie Museum, the Fake Art Museum, and the Shell Museum).
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Facilities

Bedroom 1
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 2
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Accessibility
  • Parking (2x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Wood stove
  • Central heating
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Small lake
  • Garden doors
Entertainment
  • TV
Children
  • Trampoline
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Gas stove
Bathroom
  • Bathroom (1x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet

Location

Reviews

8/10
5/5
  1. Aline
    November 17, 2025
    General rating: 9 /10

    The cottage is dated, but everything works and it is super cozy.

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    We enjoyed the beautiful wild woodland garden with a view between the trees to a meadow. Previous residents had already hung up fat balls and it was a coming and going of all kinds of birds, from Great Spotted Woodpecker to wren and all kinds of tits , tree creepers , nuthatches, jays it was fantastic and squirrels too! So we also put up peanuts etc! It is nice and quiet and pitch black at night.

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  2. Anky
    July 21, 2025
    General rating: 8 /10

    Location is top notch, reception was great. Vibe is great.

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    The cottage is dated but equipped with everything you need. Lovely bed and all kitchen utensils are stocked.

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  3. Stéphanie
    June 27, 2025
    General rating: 9 /10

    Petite maison très sympa un peu rétro et spartiate mais tour confort en pleine forêt ! Très agréable et propriétaire tout proche et très serviable. A refaire.

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    Petite maison très sympa un peu rétro et spartiate mais tour confort en pleine forêt ! Très agréable et propriétaire tout proche et très serviable. A refaire.

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Reviews (30)
8/10
5/5

Good to know

Stay details
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM- 10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 8:00 AM- 10:00 AM
  • Firework-free surroundings
Free cancellation within 7 days

Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.

After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:

• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund

House rules
  • 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.
  • Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.

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

Nature house-ID

30973

Good to know
Stay details
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM- 10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 8:00 AM- 10:00 AM
  • Firework-free surroundings
Free cancellation within 7 days

Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.

After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:

• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund

House rules
  • 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.
  • Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.

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

Nature house-ID

30973

Sustainability

  • Natural Insulation materials
  • Built with natural building materials
  • Food waste is minimized

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Facilities
Accessibility
  • Parking (2x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Wood stove
  • Central heating
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Small lake
  • Garden doors
Entertainment
  • TV
Children
  • Trampoline
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Gas stove
Bathroom
  • Bathroom (1x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 2
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
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What does “Fireworks-free” mean?
The host indicates that the area is firework-free. Firework-free means that no firework bangs can be heard in and around the accommodation. You might occasionally hear some noise or see some light from fireworks set off outside the immediate area. It is important that you agree with the landlord on what you can expect.
Free cancellation within 7 days
Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.

After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:

• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund
Selection of activities
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