Nature house in Laren
Gelderland, Netherlands
- 4 persons
- 2 bedrooms
- WiFi
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Pets not allowed
At the moment there is work going on near the cottage, which may cause inconvenience. We cannot predict when, depending on works and weather. To compensate for this, we offer half of the amount paid for that day, to be determined by the tenant if there has been a nuisance. This lasts approximately until June 2026 and this nature house, built mostly with sustainable materials such as wood, loam and bamboo, has been lovingly decorated and is located on a new estate under development. Overlooking the Achterhoek coulisse landscape and adjacent to the Verwolde Estate, it offers beautiful hiking and biking directly from the house. It is wheelchair friendly and there is a well-equipped kitchen. Heating and hot water are provided by a heat pump running on electricity from our own solar panels. Due to our regular absence, we do not provide breakfast. Bed linen and towels are provided by us.
Nature and surroundings
Lying on the edge of our country, in the scenic landscape of the Achterhoek and against Twente and Salland, staying in the nature house offers many possibilities, such as hiking, cycling, swimming, boating on the Berkel, horseback riding or moped riding on a solex ... To the atmospheric old Hanseatic cities of Zutphen and Deventer is half an hour away by car and nearby Lochem and Laren for coffee and shopping. Those who dare can swim in the stream that borders our land. There are several estates in the vicinity, some of them are open, as for example and Huis Verwolde on estate Verwolde within walking distance. Rainwater flushes the toilets and sewage water is cleaned and reused to water plants and vegetable garden. A wonderful place to unwind in the greenery and enjoy quiet and dark nights (unless the moon is shining).
Facilities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- 1 pers. bed (2x)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Parking (2x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Internet
- Heating (electric, central heating)
- Car charging station
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- Garden (fenced)
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Garden doors
- High chair (1x)
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Gas stove
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Bath
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
- Dryer
Location
Reviews
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AnnetteSeptember 4, 2026
It could have been a real “wow” experience because of the cottage’s location and exterior. But unfortunately, the interior was somewhat disappointing. The first impression was mediocre. They used thrift store furnishings, but unfortunately not the real gems. The floor feels plastic-like and is worn out. The kitchen looks neat, but is sparsely equipped (and the paint is peeling off the colored glass). The walls are terribly peeling—why not give them a quick touch-up? It also wasn’t entirely clean.
The bedrooms are downright awful. So many stains and marks on the walls and ceiling, and hair on the nightstands. At night, we could hear a mouse scurrying above the ceiling. The beds were comfortable, though.
In stark contrast, the bathroom and toilet were beautifully done and clean!
In short, with a little TLC, this place could be turned into something really lovely.
We also would have appreciated receiving an email from the owner beforehand with instructions and a welcome message.
We did enjoy our weekend, though.Het had een wow kunnen zijn vanwege de ligging en het uiterlijk van het huisje. Maar helaas viel het binnen deels tegen. De eerste indruk was matig. Er is gebruik gemaakt van kringloop inrichting, maar jammer genoeg niet de pareltjes. De vloer doet plastic-achtig aan en is versleten. De keuken ziet er netjes uit, maar is spaarzaam uitgerust (en de verf bladdert van de gekleurde glazen). De muren zijn verschrikkelijk afgebladderd, waarom niet even een opfrisbeurt? Ook was het niet helemaal schoon.
De slaapkamers zijn ronduit naar. Zoveel vlekken en plekken op muren en plafond, haren op de nachtkastjes. ‘s Nachts getrippel van een muis boven het plafond. De bedden lagen wel goed.
Als positieve tegenstelling de badkamer en het toilet. Prachtig gedaan en schoon!
Kortom, met een beetje tlc is er iets heel moois van te maken.
We hadden ook graag vooraf een mail van de eigenaar ontvangen met instructies en een welkom.
We hebben wel genoten van ons weekend.The cottage is in a beautiful location, completely secluded with a lovely view. The garden gets plenty of sun, so it’s nice to sit outside. A little pruning at the back would provide an even better view. You can take walks along the mowed paths in the meadow, which is also fun.
Het huisje ligt prachtig, helemaal vrij met een mooi uitzicht. Er komt veel zon in de tuin, dus het is lekker buiten zitten. Iets snoeien aan de achterkant zou een nog betere uitkijk geven. Je mag wandelen over de gemaaide paden in de wei, ook leuk.
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BernadetteAugust 24, 2026
It's a spacious house with a lovely bathroom. Here and there, the kitchen, the furnishings, and the walls could use a little spruce-up.
Het is een ruim huis, met een heerlijke badkamer. Hier en daar kunnen de keuken, de inventaris en de muren wel een opfrisbeurt gebruiken
The cottage is tucked away and offers unobstructed views from the front and back. What a peaceful place!
Het huisje ligt verscholen en heeft voor en achter vrij uitzicht. Wat een rust!
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AndreAugust 14, 2026
A very nice house. It was clean and had excellent bathrooms. Beautiful terraces, comfortable furniture inside and out.
Ein sehr schönes Haus. Es war sauber und bot hervorragende sanitäre Anlagen. Schöne Terrassen, gemütliche Möbel innen und außen.
We really enjoyed it; it was very peaceful. Just be prepared for mosquitoes :-)
Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen, sehr ruhig. Nur auf Mücken sollte man vorbereitet sein :-)
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 11:59 PM
- Check-out: 12:00 AM- 11:00 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 €250.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.
- Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:00 AM 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.
- 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: A
- Off grid or supplied with 100% renewable Energy
- Natural Insulation materials