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Nature house in Fochteloo

Drenthe, Netherlands

Detached | On a yard | Cottage
  • 4 persons
  • 2 bedrooms
  • WiFi
  • Pets not allowed
9.4/10
4.9/5
Guests who stayed here find the surroundings fantastic for
Fishing Horse riding Mountainbiking Bird watching Cycling Hiking

This exceptionally beautiful nature house is in the middle of nature and is located in the back of the large garden of the owners' farmhouse; privacy is therefore guaranteed. Located directly on the Fochteloërveen and occasionally you will come face to face with a deer, fox or hare and you will be winged by a crane. The nature house is spacious, comfortable, cozy and fully equipped. Spacious living room with open and complete kitchen (including dishwasher). Two bedrooms with box spring beds 2 X (90 X 200 cm) and 2 X (90 X 210 cm). Modern sanitary facilities (separate toilet, bathroom with walk-in rain shower). Excellent Wifi / Internet / TV including chromecast available, as well as cycling/walking maps and board games. You have access to several terraces and garden / lawn with garden furniture and the generous size there is always a shade or sun spot to find. There is also an outdoor sauna with outdoor shower. Use of the sauna, washing machine and / or dryer can be booked on site.
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Nature and surroundings

The detached nature house is situated on a dead-end semi-paved path in the middle of nature on the edge of the Fochteloërveen (Nature Preserve 2500 ha), a stone's throw from the Drents-Friese Wold (National Park 6000 ha) both designated as Natura 2000 area and near UNESCO World Heritage Colonies of Weldadigheid. Peace, space and nature; you can really relax here while there are plenty of opportunities directly from the Veenparel many beautiful hiking and / or (MTB) cycling. A unique and truly surprising area which belongs to the largest nature reserves in the Netherlands. Forest, heathland, shifting sands, stream valleys, peat moors, (swimming) lakes it is all present in this scenic landscape. Appelscha , Norg and Diever (all within cycling distance) have nice terraces / restaurants. Veenhuizen (10 minutes), Assen (20 minutes by car), Groningen, Oranjewoud/Heerenveen and Leeuwarden (40 minutes by car) have beautiful museums. Also worth a visit are Orvelte and remembrance camp Westerbork (20 minutes).
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Facilities

Bedroom 1
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 2
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Parking (2x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Gas heater
  • Heating (electric, central heating)
  • Heating (electric)
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • BBQ
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden doors
  • Storage
Entertainment
  • TV
  • Sauna
Children
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
Bathroom
  • Sanitary facilities
  • Bathroom (1x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet
Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Washing machine (shared)

Optional extras

Washing machine
Per item,Optional upon booking 		€6.50
Tumble dryer
Per item,Optional upon booking 		€7.50
Sauna
Per item,Optional upon booking 		€20.00
Bed linen
Per person,Optional upon booking 		€8.00
Kitchen linen
Per person,Optional upon booking 		€1.75
Bath towels
Per person,Optional upon booking 		€2.75

Location

Reviews

9.4/10
4.9/5
  1. Sascha
    March 6, 2026
    General rating: 10 /10

    The cottage and the sauna (!) were wonderful!

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    Lovely place! Hares and deer could be seen from the cottage, as well as ring sparrows, lots of titmice, blackbirds and a great spotted woodpecker. The cottage is near the Fochteloërveen, a beautiful nature reserve. We had bicycles with us and that was handy, because the distances are quite large.

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  2. Jan
    February 21, 2026
    General rating: 9 /10

    Had a wonderful week in this cottage

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    A beautifully located nature house close to the nature reserve fochteloerveen.Nicely furnished with excellent facilities.Friendly owners who provide explanations and information.

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  3. Wendelien
    February 19, 2026
    General rating: 10 /10

    We would love to come back one day!

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    What a lovely, spacious and well cared for cottage in a beautiful, quiet and wide area. We had a wonderful time by the stove and enjoyed the hot sauna. The cottage is equipped with everything you need for a pleasant stay; a large terrace and garden, lots of privacy, nice beds, good, solid shower, slippers, nice relax armchairs, plaids for over the legs, plenty of towels, candles and so much more. Not to mention sweet hosts Mark & Jolien.

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Reviews (85)
9.4/10
4.9/5

Good to know

Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
  • Firework-free surroundings
Safety deposit

A deposit of €100.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

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.
  • 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.

Nature house-ID

60882

Good to know
Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
  • Firework-free surroundings
Safety deposit

A deposit of €100.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

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.
  • 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.

Nature house-ID

60882

Sustainability

  • Off grid or supplied with 100% renewable Energy
  • Natural Insulation materials
  • Built with natural building materials

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Facilities
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Parking (2x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Gas heater
  • Heating (electric, central heating)
  • Heating (electric)
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • BBQ
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden doors
  • Storage
Entertainment
  • TV
  • Sauna
Children
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
Bathroom
  • Sanitary facilities
  • Bathroom (1x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet
Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Washing machine (shared)
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 2
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
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