Nature house in Otterlo
Gelderland, Netherlands
- 4 persons
- 2 bedrooms
- WiFi
- Pets allowed
The home was completely renovated and made more sustainable in 2026. Step into your own forest cottage and leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind. Surrounded by nature, you’ll feel as if you’re in an oasis of peace. Suitable for 4 people, with 2 bedrooms and an open-concept living room-kitchen featuring a wood stove. Enjoy stunning views through the sliding glass doors, allowing you to experience nature’s changing seasons. Thanks to the large windows, you’ll have views of the Veluwe forest from all sides. The living room offers plenty of space to relax. The sitting area, featuring a comfortable three-person sofa and a separate armchair, invites you to enjoy cozy moments. Your pet is welcome, but please note: there is no fenced-in yard. The dining area with four chairs is perfect for dinner or a fun game with the family. The open-concept kitchen is fully equipped: a spacious gray-green kitchen with a 3-meter countertop, a dishwasher, an oven/microwave combo, and an induction cooktop with a range hood. Everything you need to prepare a delicious meal!
Nature and surroundings
The nature house is located on a sandy path in the woods outside Otterlo. From your house, you can walk directly into the woods, heathland, and De Zanding Nature Reserve. De Hoge Veluwe National Park is 1,500 meters away, and the Planken Wambuis Nature Reserve is the same distance in the opposite direction. If you’d like, you can use the facilities at a nearby small, sustainable vacation park. There’s a fun petting zoo where children can help feed the animals and take a horseback ride. There is a shop selling organic products ranging from walnuts, chips, and vegetarian meat substitutes to beer and wine. Souvenirs and postcards are also available, and books, DVDs, and games can be borrowed for free. You can also use the washing machine and dryer here for a fee. In the herb garden, you can pick herbs for free to use in your meals. The terrace is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., serving coffee, tea, and apple pie.
Facilities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- Parking (2x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Internet
- Heating (electric, central heating)
- Car charging station
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Terrace (covered)
- TV
- Cot (1x)
- High chair (1x)
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
- Washing machine (shared)
- Dryer (shared)
Optional extras
| Bath towels Per person,Optional upon booking |
€7.50 |
|---|---|
| Bed linen Per person,Optional upon booking |
€13.00 |
| Final cleaning Per stay,Optional upon booking |
€85.00 |
| Kitchen linen Per stay,Optional upon booking |
€7.50 |
| Meal service Per person,Optional upon booking |
€9.95 |
Location
Reviews
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GerardAugust 7, 2026
A cozy cottage, fully equipped. The manager also provided excellent service when we had a question about the appliances; we received prompt assistance.
We were there during a very hot week (> 30 degrees), but the cottage still stayed nice and cool; the sun is filtered by the trees, and (probably) the cottage is also well-insulated.
The only slight disappointment was the patio furniture; the chairs were rather uncomfortable. If you plan to spend a lot of time sitting outside, I recommend bringing a couple of folding chairs of your own.
To my surprise, there was an electric car charger attached to the cottage—great! But unfortunately, we learned from the manager that it wasn’t working yet. If it had been working, I would have given it one more point.Vriendelijk huisje, van alle gemakken voorzien. Ook goede service van de beheerder toen we een vraag hadden over de apparatuur; we werden prompt geholpen.
We zaten er in een zeer warme week (> 30 graden), maar het huisje bleef toch lekker koel; de zon wordt gefilterd door de bomen en (waarschijnlijk) is het huisje ook goed geïsoleerd.
Wat een beetje tegenviel was het tuinmeubilair; tamelijk ongemakkelijke stoeltjes. Als je uitgebreid buiten wilt zitten raad ik aan zelf een paar klapstoeltjes mee te nemen.
Tot mijn verrassing hing aan het huisje een oplader voor de elektrische auto, geweldig! Maar helaas, die deed het nog niet, leerden we van de beheerder. Als die gewerkt had was het cijfer voor mij nog een puntje hoger geweest.The cottage is surrounded by woods, and offers plenty of privacy. The surroundings are wonderfully peaceful.
It’s a great place for a walk, along the many forest trails or across the nearby heath.
Despite the wooded surroundings, the cottage is still close to the village—just a few minutes by bike or car, or a 15-minute walk.Het huisje is omringd door bos, en biedt daardoor goede privacy. De omgeving is heerlijk rustig.
Je kan er fijn wandelen, langs de vele bospaden of over de nabij gelegen heide.
Ondanks de bosrijke omgeving ligt het huisje toch dichtbij het dorp; een paar minuten met fiets of auto, of een kwartiertje lopen.This text is automatically translated. -
PeterJuly 31, 2026
A beautiful, fully renovated cottage. Comfortable beds. A really nice place.
Mooi en helemaal gerenoveerd huisje. Lekkere bedden. Hele fijne plek.
A beautiful spot in the woods
Prachtige plek in het bos
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MarionJune 12, 2026
We had a wonderful week at the Eekhoorn nature house in Otterlo.
We loved the nature house’s location, the excellent amenities, and the beautiful natural surroundings. We’ll definitely be back!!Wij hebben een geweldige week gehad in natuurhuisje de Eekhoorn in Otterlo.
We hebben genoten van de ligging van het huisje, de prima faciliteiten in het huisje en de prachtige natuur. Wij komen zeker nog een keer terug!!The cottage is situated in a beautiful location in the woods on the outskirts of Otterlo, a 4-minute bike ride from De Hoge Veluwe National Park.
Het huisje staat op een prachtige locatie in het bos aan de rand van Otterlo, op 4 minuten fietsen van Nationaal Park de Hoge Veluwe.
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 5:00 PM
- Check-out: 7:00 AM- 10:00 AM
- Contactless stay possible
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
A deposit of €60.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.
- 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.
- This nature house is not suitable for groups of young people, students and sports teams.
- Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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Sustainability
- Energy label: G
- Natural Insulation materials
- Built with natural building materials