Nature house in Hattem op de Veluwe
Gelderland, Netherlands
- 7 persons
- 3 bedrooms
- WiFi
- Pets allowed
Welcome to our forest cottage, located near the medieval Hanseatic towns of Hattem (3 km), Zwolle (9 km), and Elburg (19 km). This very spacious vacation home measures 80 m² and is situated on our 6,000 m² property bordering the Veluwe. Nature is right at your doorstep here, with squirrels (scuttling across the roof), many species of butterflies and birds, and you might even hear a tawny owl at night. Surrounding the house are three private terraces where you can relax, with a cozy fire pit and hammocks among the trees. The forest house (max. 5 adults & 2 children) is built from recycled materials. The doors, kitchen, bathroom, etc., come from our demolished home further down the property. The interior is very sustainable yet luxuriously furnished with comfortable box-spring beds, a bean-to-cup espresso machine, and a well-stocked wine cabinet. Especially for children, there are high chairs, an in-ground trampoline, and a swing. And what child wouldn’t want to dream in a treehouse-style bunk bed (180 cm long) or a converted (never-used) horse stall?
Nature and surroundings
Walk down our little lane and you’ll find yourself in the Veluwe! The forest cottage is located just 100 meters from the Veluwe’s forests and heathlands. From here, you can hike and bike to your heart’s content (with plenty of beautiful bike routes) through the stunning natural landscape, home to woodpeckers, wild boars, roe deer, and red deer. Thanks to its location on the IJssel River—with its beaches and floodplains—and on the edge of the Veluwe, Hattem is a very charming little town. And there’s plenty to do and experience. There are good restaurants in various price ranges and cozy outdoor seating areas on the market square. The A3 chocolate shop and ice cream from Tutti Gelati are also a real treat. Or visit the Anton Pieck, Voerman, and famous Bakery Museum—great fun for kids. In addition, there are fun events held here, such as the medieval Dikke Tinne Festival or the chocolate festival. Zwolle is easily accessible by bus, bike (and by ferry from April through October), or car. The lovely Heerderstrand is also nearby via unpaved trails through the Veluwe.
Facilities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- bunk bed (2x)
- 1 pers. bed (1x)
- Parking (3x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Internet
- Heating (electric)
- Air conditioning
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- Garden (fenced)
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Terrace (covered)
- Garden doors
- TV
- Pétanque court
- Cot (2x)
- High chair (2x)
- Playground equipment
- Playground
- Trampoline
- Dog bed
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Gas stove
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
Location
Reviews
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Kees en FranciskaSeptember 21, 2026
We think the cottage is personally decorated, and we really like that. Everything you need—or haven’t even thought of—is there. Linens, towels, washcloths, shower gel, shampoo, and body wash, toilet paper,
panty liners (I’ve never seen that before—very thoughtful), books, tea, coffee beans, sugar, spices, paper towels, candles, plenty of pots and pans, silverware, and dishes, nice wine glasses, a wine cooler, everything you need in the kitchen, and more. And finally, this is a cottage with a comfortable couch!Wij vinden het huisje persoonlijk ingericht en wij vinden dat fijn. Alles wat je nodig hebt of niet aan hebt gedacht is er. Linnen, handdoeken, washandjes, douche/shampoo/body verzorgingsproducten, toiletpapier,
Inlegkruisjes (nog nooit mee gemaakt heel attent), boeken, thee, koffiebonen, suiker, kruiden, keukenpapier, kaarsen, genoeg pannen, bestek en servies, fijne wijnglazen, wijnkoelkast, alles wat je in de keuken nodig hebt enz. En eindelijk is dit een huisje met een fijne bank!The cottage had a terrace that was wonderfully peaceful among the trees. It was as if you were sitting in a forest. Far off in the distance, among the trees, you could see the distant neighbors. During our stay, we saw many woodpeckers, nuthatches, and robins up close. We also heard the call of an eagle owl for the first time in the evening. There was plenty of space around the cottage, including an area set aside for children. And we felt the distance between our cottage and the owners’ house was just right. From the yard, you could be in the woods within 5 minutes. There was plenty of nature right by the cottage, but also just beyond the gate. In the evening and at night, you could hear nothing but acorns falling on the cottage’s roof. But the owner had already noticed that, and it is autumn, of course.
Het huisje had een terras dat heerlijk rustig tussen de bomen was. Het was of je in een bos zat. Heel in de verte tussen de bomen zag je de verre buren. Er waren tijdens ons verblijf veel spechten, boomklevers en roodborstjes die je van dichtbij zag. We hebben ook voor het eerst het geluid s'avonds van een oehoe (uil gehoord) Rondom het huisje was genoeg ruimte, ook een deel was voor kinderen. En wij vonden de afstand tussen ons huisje en het woonhuis van de eigenaren ver genoeg van elkaar. Vanaf het erf stond je binnen 5 minuten in het/een bos. Sowieso was er veel natuur bij je huisje maar ook als je de poort uitliep. S'avobds/s'nachts hoorde je niets anders dan het vallen van eikels op het dak van het huisje. Maar dat had de eigenaar al opgemerkt en het is herfst natuurlijk.
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LindaSeptember 18, 2026
Definitely worth doing again
Zeker voor herhaling vatbaar
A lovely little house, and especially with all the outdoor space. With six women, the bathroom and bedrooms might be a bit cramped, but the surroundings more than make up for it. Plus, Carl is a very thoughtful, friendly, and attentive host who makes sure you have nothing to complain about.
Heerlijk huisje en vooral de vele buitenruimte. Met 6 vrouwen is de badkamer en slaapkamers misschien een beetje krap, maar de omgeving maakt alles goed. Daarbij Carl is een heel attente, gezellige en geïnteresseerde host die zorgt dat je nergens ontevreden over kunt zijn.
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NicoleSeptember 14, 2026
I was able to relax and unwind very well. The surroundings are truly impressive and offer plenty of opportunities for walks and outdoor adventures. The hosts made me feel very welcome.
Ich konnte mich sehr gut erholen und abschalten. Die Umgebung ist sehr beeindruckend und bietet viele Möglichkeiten für Spaziergänge und Erlebnisse in der Natur. Ich habe mich von den Gastgebern herzlich willkommen gefühlt.
It was a wonderful getaway, and I really enjoyed my time there. Everything I needed was provided. And the hosts went out of their way to make my stay a great experience.
Es war eine wunderbare Auszeit und ich habe die Zeit sehr genossen. Alles, was man braucht, war vorhanden. Und die Gastgeber haben sich sehr aufmerksam bemüht den Aufenthalt zu einem tollen Erlebnis zu machen.
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 9:00 PM
- Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM
- Contactless stay possible
Free cancellation within 24 hours of your booking confirmation.
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% refunded
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refunded
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refunded
• on the day of arrival or later: no refund
- Out of respect for nature: silence between 11:00 PM and 7:00 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.
- 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: Excluded
- Natural Insulation materials
- Built with natural building materials