Nature house in Olst

Overijssel, Netherlands

Detached | On a yard | Apartment

3 persons
2 bedrooms
Pets not allowed

9/10

4.9/5

Bird watching

Cycling

Hiking

Since July 2025: A peaceful vacation apartment in the front section of the De Vortman farmhouse in Fortmond, in the municipality of Olst/Wijhe, located in a nature reserve in the floodplains of the IJssel River. It overlooks the IJssel River and the Veluwe. This charming apartment is heated by central heating and features a living room and a door leading to a private garden area. The natural garden includes a swing bench with a view of the beautiful evening sun, a private patio with a table and four chairs, and a garden heater and fire pit. There are also two bedrooms with mosquito screens (custom-fitted). Beds are 2 m long. A small bathroom with a toilet and shower, and a kitchen equipped with a washing machine, a Senseo pad coffee maker, a kettle, a gas stove, and a mini-grill. In the entryway, there is a condenser dryer, a microwave, and a fridge-freezer. Everything is included: bedding, towels, and kitchen towels. Special features: NO WIFI, but plenty of DVDs, CDs, and Digitenne TV. There’s also a game cabinet with a spare guest bed. Space in the entryway for charging bicycles. Bookings require a minimum stay of 3 nights.

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Nature and surroundings

There are many hiking and biking opportunities near Fortmond. The farm is located in Overijssel, but the Veluwe in Gelderland is within cycling distance. The pedestrian/bicycle ferry to Veessen (Kozakkenveer) is just around the corner and operates from April 1 through October 1. The Staatsbosbeheer information center in Den Nul and an observation tower in the Duursche Waarden are within walking or biking distance. So is the Fortmonderbos, which the garden overlooks. Near the information center is a bird-watching hut with a view of the Duursche Waarden. Sea eagles, peregrine falcons, buzzards, and other birds are often spotted here! Beavers, too. Upon arrival, we’d be happy to tell you more about the beautiful surroundings. The information center in Den Nul is also a wonderful spot for lunch, information about the wider area, an exhibition space, and a museum. Open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 7 days a week. Firewood for the garden stove is available.

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Facilities

Bedroom 1

2-pers. bed (1x)

Bedroom 2

1 pers. bed (1x)

Accessibility

Parking (1x)

Utilities

Central heating
Drinking water
Hot water
Electricity

Outdoor

Garden
Garden furniture
Terrace

Entertainment

Kitchen

Kitchen
Fridge/freezer
Gas stove

Bathroom

Sanitary facilities
Shower
Toilet

Laundry

Washing machine
Dryer

Location

Reviews

9/10

4.9/5

Anne

September 13, 2026

General rating: 9 /10

The cottage is well-equipped with everything you need, and the owner is very friendly and hospitable. The living room has a cozy, nostalgic feel. The beds are comfortable. The bathroom is simple but perfectly adequate. We really enjoyed the atmosphere.

Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

The cottage is pleasantly situated in a green setting, far from busy roads. And it’s close to the IJssel River and the Duursche Waarden nature reserve. You can take beautiful nature walks or explore the surrounding area by bike. It’s wonderful to fall asleep to the hooting of an owl and the rustling of tree leaves. You can admire the sunset from the garden.

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Wieske

August 31, 2026

General rating: 10 /10

A very well-appointed, quiet house, run by a friendly hostess. The garden is also very beautiful, with a view of the polder from the rocking chair. We found it a big plus that there were no busy roads near the house.

Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

A truly lovely home in a beautiful setting near the Duursche Waarden.
Salland is a place where nature is cherished and where farm animals—young and old—are given plenty of space to graze in small herds.
There are beautiful and surprising hiking trails there!
All in all, highly recommended for any nature lover.

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Bert

August 1, 2026

General rating: 9 /10

Spacious nature house with more than enough room for 2 adults.

Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

A warm welcome! It’s wonderfully cool during these hot days. The place is fully equipped with all the amenities you need. Plenty of space and very quiet. The renowned Duursche Waarden nature reserve is nearby, featuring an observation hut and hiking trails, among other things.

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Good to know

Stay details

Check-in: 4:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM

Free cancellation within 7 days

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

House rules

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.
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.

Nature house-ID

85827

Sustainability

Energy label: G
Separating waste (Glass, paper, plastic, food waste/organic)
100% natural cleaning products

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