Nature house in Doldersum
Drenthe, Netherlands
- 4 persons
- 2 bedrooms
- WiFi
- Pets allowed
Waking up among the trees, coffee on the porch, and a squirrel darting through the garden—this little forest cottage on the edge of the Drents-Friese Wold is exactly the kind of place where you can just take a break from it all. From the house and the fenced-in 1,100 m² garden, you look out over natural meadows and woods, where sheep regularly graze and the sun sets behind the trees in the evening. Birds, squirrels, and even a badger call this place home. So will you: plenty of space, plenty of privacy, and the tranquility of Drenthe all around you. Inside, you’ll find a cozy bungalow with vintage charm and a design that highlights the view. Well-equipped kitchen with a large freezer, spacious bathroom, and separate toilet. Two bedrooms—one with a Swiss Sense box spring and an Emma mattress topper, and the other with a sturdy Flexa bunk bed suitable for adults (accessible from the first bedroom). Washing machine, Nespresso and filter coffee, good Wi-Fi, board games, and a record player with LPs. Outside, there are several seating areas and a wood stove. Here, you don’t have to do a thing—and you can do anything: relax however you like.
Nature and surroundings
Doldersum is located in the heart of the Drents-Friese Wold in Drenthe. It is the second-largest nature reserve in the Netherlands and wonderfully peaceful. The nature experience begins right in the garden, where you’ll see all kinds of birds—and if you’re lucky, a squirrel might dart by. The nights are dark, with a beautiful starry sky. From the nature house, you can walk or bike right into the woods and out onto the heath. Popular destinations include the Aekingerzand near Apelscha, the Doldersummerveld, the Dwingelerveld in Dwingeloo, and the Fochteloërveen. For cyclists, there are countless beautiful routes; rental bikes can be delivered to your door and picked up again upon request. The UNESCO Colonies of Benevolence in Frederiksoord and the Drents Museum in Assen are easily accessible. Observation towers such as the Bosberg Tower, the Zeven, and the observation tower on the Doldersummerveld are well worth a visit. Pick-your-own gardens, forest bathing, wading ponds. Spot animals on your own. You’ll never get bored. The cottage has many returning guests who keep discovering something new every time they visit.
Facilities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- bunk bed (1x)
- Parking (2x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Internet
- Central heating
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- Garden (fenced)
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Terrace (covered)
- Garden doors
- Storage
- Table tennis table
- Cot (1x)
- High chair (1x)
- Playground
- Dog bowl
- Kitchen
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Gas stove
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
Optional extras
| Bed linen Per person,Optional upon booking |
€14.00 |
|---|---|
| Bath towels Per person,Optional upon booking |
€4.00 |
| Kitchen linen Per stay,Optional upon booking |
€3.00 |
Location
Reviews
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AnnemiekeSeptember 4, 2026
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The drive there is beautiful, with all the trees and greenery. The cottage is situated on a large, fenced-in property with several seating areas. The dogs could roam freely through the garden, and I think it’s a great place for kids to play hide-and-seek. The view over the fields is stunning. From the patio, you can enjoy the sunset.
The cottage itself is very comfortable and fully equipped.
It’s well-suited for families. However, because of the room with bunk beds, which is adjacent to the “master” bedroom, we didn’t find it well-suited for a stay with four adults.
We definitely plan to come back.De weg er naar toe is prachtig met alle bomen en groen. Het huisje ligt op een groot, omheind terrein met verschillende zitjes. De honden konden lekker door de tuin struinen en voor kinderen geweldige plek om verstoppertje te spelen denk ik. Uitzicht over de velden is prachtig. Vanaf het terras kan je genieten van de zonsondergang.
Het huisje zelf is heel comfortabel en heel erg compleet.
Het is goed geschikt voor gezinnen. Door de kamer met stapelbed, aansluitend aan de "hoofd" slaapkamer vonden wij het niet goed geschikt voor een verblijf met 4 volwassenen.
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ConnyJuly 3, 2026
A charming little cottage in a wonderfully quiet location, with a lovely fenced-in yard for the dog and a view of the fields. We only stayed for two nights because of a party nearby, but we would have loved to stay longer. If the opportunity arises, we’d love to come back to experience that peace and quiet again—and for a bit longer.
Charismatisch huisje, heerlijk rustig gelegen, met een fijne omheinde tuin voor de hond, en uitzicht op de velden. Wij verbleven er maar 2 nachtjes ivm een feestje daar in de buurt, maar hadden er heel graag langer gebleven. Als het zo uitkomt zouden we graag eens terug komen, om de rust ervan opnieuw (en wat langer) te ervaren.
A really charming little house, in a very quiet location with a lovely fenced-in yard and a view of the fields.
Een geweldig leuk huisje, super rustig gelegen met een fijne omheinde tuin en uitzicht op de velden.
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yvetteJune 12, 2026
Good bed; the furnishings and the cottage itself are adequate but a bit dated; same goes for the garden furnishings.
goed bed, inrichting en huisje zelf voldoen maar wel wat verouderd, idem inrichting tuin
Beautiful location, amazing view, lots of birds,
-Response from the host: Thank you for your review—we’re glad you enjoyed the nature, the view, and the birds so much. The vintage atmosphere is a deliberate choice: we don’t replace things that still work well just for the sake of aesthetics, and it’s precisely that authentic, timeless charm that makes this cottage so beloved by many guests. This year, we’ve invested heavily in the garden and in new mattresses, and we’ll be tackling new projects again next year. That’s how we honor this place with care and respect for nature.mooie plek, geweldig uitzicht, veel vogels,
-reactie van verhuurder Bedankt voor je review — fijn dat de natuur, het uitzicht en de vogels je zo bevielen. De vintage sfeer is een bewuste keuze: we vervangen niet wat nog goed werkt puur voor de sier, en juist die authentieke, tijdloze charme maakt dit huisje voor veel gasten geliefd. Dit jaar hebben we flink geïnvesteerd in de tuin en in nieuwe matrassen, en ook komend jaar pakken we weer nieuwe onderdelen aan. Zo houden we de plek met zorg en oog voor de natuur in ere.This text is automatically translated.
Good to know
- Check-in: 3:30 PM- 10:00 PM
- Check-out: 7:00 AM- 10:30 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
- Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM.
- Minimum age of main booker: 22 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.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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Sustainability
- Energy label: C
- Sustainable inventory
- Separating waste (Glass, paper, plastic, food waste/organic)