Nature house in Markelo
Overijssel, Netherlands
- 8 persons
- 3 bedrooms
- WiFi
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Pets not allowed
As soon as you step outside, nature begins. The house stands completely secluded on over 2,000 m² of private woodland, right on the edge of the De Borkeld nature reserve. Here, you’ll wake up to birdsong, regularly spot squirrels and roe deer passing by, and experience a silence that’s becoming increasingly rare. Around the house, you’ll find several lovely spots to enjoy the sun or, if you prefer, the shade. Have breakfast among the trees, read a book, or fire up the barbecue as the sun slowly disappears between the pines. Step inside our nature house, where the warmth of an English cottage meets modern comfort. Wooden accents, natural materials, soft colors, and a cozy wood stove immediately create a relaxing atmosphere. We’ve rebuilt the cottage with great care; it’s cozy, charming, and peaceful, featuring natural materials, soft colors, a stove that crackles on cold evenings, and all the modern comforts. The cottage can accommodate up to 6 adults.
Nature and surroundings
De Borkeld is one of those rare places in the Netherlands where silence is truly silent. A vast nature reserve full of old pine forests, rolling heathlands, sandy paths, and mysterious juniper bushes, some of which are decades old. Here you can walk for hours without rushing, with only the sound of birds, rustling leaves, and the wind through the trees keeping you company. In the early morning, a soft mist often hangs among the trees, making the landscape seem almost fairy-tale-like. In August, the heathlands turn a deep purple, and De Borkeld transforms into a sea of color. Roe deer sometimes cross the path unexpectedly, birds of prey circle high above the heath, and in quiet moments, it feels as if you’re completely alone in nature. De Borkeld lies on the border of Twente and Salland and has retained a sense of unspoiled beauty. The Salland Ridge is just a 10-minute drive away.
Facilities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- bunk bed (1x)
- 1 pers. trundle (1x)
- 1 pers. bedstead (1x)
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- Parking (3x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Internet
- Fire place
- Gas heater
- Central heating
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Garden doors
- TV
- Cot (1x)
- High chair (1x)
- Playground
- Trampoline
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Gas stove
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Bath
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
- Dryer
Location
Reviews
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NinaJuly 26, 2026
We stayed for a week in this idyllic house in the middle of the woods near Markelo. The house is fully equipped with all the amenities, from comfortable beds to smart lighting and a fully stocked kitchen.
We also loved the beautiful interior, the collection of (children’s) books, and the toys. And thanks to the excellent insulation, it stayed cool throughout the house, even during a heat wave.
The area around the house is also a great place to relax. There’s a spacious patio, a trampoline, a swing, and a fire pit for BBQ lovers.We verbleven een week in dit idyllische huis middenin het bos bij Markelo. Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien, van de goede bedden tot aan de slimme verlichting en de volledig uitgeruste keuken.
Ook fijn zijn het fraaie interieur, de (kinder)boekencollectie en het speelgoed. En overal was het koel dankzij de goede isolatie, zelfs tijdens een hittegolf.
Ook rondom het huis is het goed toeven. Er is een ruim terras, een trampoline, schommel en vuurplaats voor de BBQ-liefhebbers.The Hazelhuisje is a paradise for lovers of peace and nature. The garden (read: private forest) is so large that our toddler regularly had a blast getting lost in it! There’s also plenty of beautiful nature nearby, such as the Borkeld (1 min) and the Sallandse Heuvelrug (10 min).
Het Hazelhuisje is een walhalla voor liefhebbers van rust en de natuur. De tuin (lees: privé-bos) is zo groot dat onze peuter er geregeld met veel plezier in verdwaalde! Verder ook veel mooie natuur in de buurt, zoals de Borkeld (1 min) en de Sallandse Heuvelrug (10 min).
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JenniferJuly 13, 2026
It’s rare to find a place that meets your expectations so perfectly; it truly felt like coming home. The house is luxurious, cozy, charming, and fully equipped with everything you need for a carefree stay. Every detail has been carefully considered: the thoughtful design and styling, the lovely personal touches—such as the decorations and the book collection—and the high-quality finishes and comfort all came together to create a wonderful experience. You can see and feel the love that has gone into this home. The kids loved the fire pit, the trampoline, the swing, and the small pond where they saw frogs every day. The house is situated in a beautiful location in a quiet, green setting. I’d almost want to keep this place to myself, but we’re happy for the owners to welcome their guests and want future guests to have the chance to unwind here and make wonderful memories. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back again!
Het is zeldzaam om een plek te vinden die zo perfect aan je verwachtingen voldoet; het voelde echt als thuiskomen. Het huis is luxueus, knus, sfeervol en van alle gemakken voorzien voor een zorgeloos verblijf. Over elk detail is nagedacht: de zorgvuldige inrichting en styling, de mooie persoonlijke accenten – zoals de decoraties en de boekencollectie – en de hoogwaardige afwerking en het comfort vormden samen een prachtig geheel. Je ziet en voelt de liefde die in dit huis is gestoken. De kinderen waren dol op de vuurplaats, de trampoline, de schommel en de kleine vijver waar ze elke dag kikkers zagen. Het huis ligt op een prachtige locatie in een rustige, groene omgeving. Ik zou deze plek bijna voor mezelf willen houden, maar we gunnen de eigenaren hun gasten en willen dat ook toekomstige gasten de kans krijgen om hier tot rust te komen en mooie herinneringen te maken. We hebben enorm genoten van ons verblijf en komen heel graag nog eens terug!
The house is luxurious, cozy, and charming, and equipped with all the amenities you need for a carefree stay. Every detail has been carefully considered. The house is situated in a beautiful location in a quiet, green setting.
Het huis is luxueus, knus, sfeervol en van alle gemakken voorzien voor een zorgeloos verblijf. Over elk detail is nagedacht. Het huis ligt op een prachtige locatie in een rustige, groene omgeving.
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 11:00 PM
- Check-out: 6:00 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
A deposit of €350.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.
- Out of respect for nature: silence between 11:00 PM and 9:00 AM.
- Minimum age of main booker: 25 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: B
- Built with natural building materials
- Sustainable inventory