Nature house in Hottenbach
Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
- 4 persons
- 2 bedrooms
- WiFi
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Pets not allowed
Escape the hustle and bustle and unwind in this charming cottage (55 m²), nestled in a beautiful wooded setting. With a private terrace surrounded by trees and no neighbors looking in, privacy is guaranteed here. The recently renovated cottage has been thoughtfully furnished with cozy details that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The pellet stove provides extra warmth on cooler evenings, making it very comfortable even in winter. The kitchen is small but well-equipped. The living area, with French doors opening onto a raised terrace, invites you to enjoy peaceful mornings with coffee and fresh bread (a bakery with delicious pastries and bread is a 5-minute drive away). Whether you want to go for a walk, read, or simply enjoy the silence, this is the perfect place to unwind.
Nature and surroundings
The cottage is located in the Saar-Hunsrück National Park, with the Idarkopf (745.7 m) just around the corner. The surrounding area is open and spacious with beautiful views, and the Idarwald is a stunning deciduous and spruce forest. At the top of the Idarkopf stands a 200-meter-high observation tower where, on a clear day, you can see across the Hunsrück all the way to the Eifel and the Westerwald. There are plenty of hiking trails! In the nearby village of Stipshausen, there’s a bakery/grocery store with all the essentials. Rhaunen, located 6 km away, is a bit larger and has two supermarkets, a beverage store, gas stations, and a pharmacy. There are several restaurants in the area. And for those looking for a day of additional fun: within half an hour, you can reach the Moselle, with authentic towns like Bernkastel-Cues and Traben-Trarbach. The historic city of Trier is also within easy reach, just 63 km away. The surrounding area, including the town of Idar-Obersvan, has long been known for its gemstone mines.
Facilities
- queen bed (1x)
- 1 pers. bed (2x)
- Parking (2x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Pellet stove
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden (fenced)
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Garden doors
- Kitchen
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
Location
Reviews
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JohanAugust 31, 2026
The cottage has its quirks, but that’s also part of its charm. The bathroom and toilet area are separated by a curtain—so no chili con carne that week.
The fact that there’s no TV isn’t a problem at all—we didn’t miss it one bit. It gives you a chance to do something other than stare at that thing. The kitchen has everything you need, and you can easily prepare a meal there if you want to— but since we’re both on vacation, we’re going out to eat anyway.
There are clear instructions on how to sort the trash—we’ve had different experiences with that at other rental homes.
Would I go back here again? Absolutely.Het huisje heeft zijn eigenaardigheid, maar dat is gelijk ook een van zijn charmante eigenschappen. De bad en toiletruimte is afgescheiden door middel van een gordijn, even geen chili con carne eten die week.
Dat er geen tv hangt is geen enkel probleem, wij hebben hem totaal niet gemist. Doe je ook nog eens wat anders dan naar dat ding kijken. Keuken heeft alles wat het moet hebben en je kunt er met gemak een maaltijd klaar maken zou je dat willen, op vakantie zijn we beiden dus we gaan toch uit eten.
Er hangt een duidelijke uitleg hoe om te gaan met de afvalscheiding, dat bij andere gehuurde huizen wel anders mee gemaakt.
Zou ik hier nog een keer naar terug gaan, jazeker.This cottage is situated in a lovely spot surrounded by greenery, with several places to sit outside and enjoy the peace and quiet. A major advantage is the wide variety of trees and shrubs surrounding the cottage, which ensures a high level of biodiversity.
Op een heerlijk plekje midden in het groen ligt dit huisje, meerdere plekken om buiten te zitten en van de rust te genieten. Groot voordeel is dat er een grote variatie in bomen en struiken om het huisje heen is, dat zorgt voor een grote biodiversiteit is.
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PeterJuly 20, 2026
Beautifully situated, with many hiking trails nearby
Prachtig gelegen met op vele wandelmogelijkheden in de buurt
The nature house is in a quiet spot; even during the drought, you could still hear the water flowing. Along with that sound, you could hear the birds and the rustling of the tree leaves.
Natuurhuisje ligt op een rustige plek, zelfs met de droogte hoorde je het water nog stromen. Naast dat geluid hoorde je de vogels en het ruizen van de boombladeren
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ArienaJuly 13, 2026
The house is neat, but there is room for improvement, which is why we're giving it a 7
huis is netjes, maar er zijn wel verbeterpunten, daarom geven wij een 7
The cabin is located in a beautiful setting with plenty of hiking trails that start right from the nature house. We saw lots of animals, including many birds, and spotted a roe deer several times a day; we also saw a fox walking by a few times. We do have a few suggestions that might be worth considering regarding the cottage’s interior:
-> Install a door for the toilet/shower—there’s just a curtain—and add window coverings
-> A larger refrigerator; this one is really much too small
-> Turn off the outdoor security camera when guests are in the cottage
Other than that, it was a great place to stay—we really enjoyed it. Nearby is the “Wildenburg” wildlife park, which is really fun to visit, and also nearby is the “Idarkopfturm” observation tower, which is 30 meters high.Het huisje ligt in een prachtige omgeving met heel veel wandelpaden die starten vanaf het natuurhuisje. We hebben heel veel dieren gezien w.o. heel veel vogels en elke dag wel een paar keer een ree gespot, ook een aantal keer een vos zien lopen. We hebben nog wel een aantal tips die misschien nog veranderd kunnen worden voor wat betraft de inrichting van het huisje:
-> een deur plaatsen voor de wc/douche, er hangt een gordijn, en raambekleding voor het raam
-> een grotere koelkast, deze is echt veel te klein
-> camera die buiten hangt afdekken (uitschakelen) wanneer er vakantiegangers in huis zijn
Verder was het een hele goede locatie om te verblijven, wij hebben ervan genoten. Vlakbij is er wildpark 'Wildenburg' dat heel leuk is om te bezoeken en ook vlakbij een uitzichttoren 'de Idarkopfturm' van 30mtr hoog.This text is automatically translated.
Good to know
- Check-in: 4:00 PM- 8:00 PM
- Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM
- Firework-free surroundings
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
- Not suitable for children under the age of 5.
- 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.
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Sustainability
- Energy label: A
- Natural Insulation materials
- Natural water facility