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CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY

Family-friendly cottage in Sommerau with a water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sommerau, Grand Est
  • Place, Birkenwald Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Château du Freudeneck
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Château des Rohan
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Strasbourg (SXB-Strasbourg Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Birkenwald

A family-friendly stay in Sommerau awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 34.8 km (21.6 mi) from Train Station Square and 35.4 km (22 mi) from Strasbourg Christmas Market. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 1.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a sofa bed and a living room are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

What's nearby

  • Birkenwald Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Château du Freudeneck - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Château des Rohan - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Train Station Square - 38 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Strasbourg Christmas Market - 40 min drive - 40.8 km

Getting around

  • Wilwisheim Station - 22 min drive
  • Strasbourg (SXB-Strasbourg Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie La Mercière - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Au Pied de Boeuf - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Aux Trois Goûts - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brasserie-Winstab Silvergloeckel - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY

Charming gite for 2/7 people, renovated in 2011, in Birkenwald, a typical little village in northern Alsace (on the border with the northern Vosges mountains, 35km from Strasbourg), famous for its castle, its deer park and its two restaurants popular with connoisseurs.

ENVIRONMENT:
The gîte is set in 60 acres of private grounds (forest and signposted footpaths just 200m away).

THE HOUSE:
The gîte is in a wing of an old Alsatian house restored in early 2011. We were keen to retain all the charm of the exposed beams and whitewashed cob walls, while adding the modern touch that is essential for the well-being of our guests.

All shops 5 km from the village of Marmoutier and 11 km from Saverne.

Surface area: 100m2 on 2 floors.
Ground floor (75m2):
º 1 bedroom with 2 single beds (90 x 200)
º 1 lounge/dining area of 30m2 with sofa bed (130*190) and
TV/DVD/Hifi.
º 1 fully-equipped kitchen (microwave, 4 hotplates, fridge
fridge, dishwasher, nespresso machine).
º 1 bathroom with Italian-style shower (renovated in January 2022), shower and washing machine.
º 1 separate WC.
º 1 private 20m2 terrace with garden furniture.
garden furniture.

First floor (25m2):
º 1 bedroom with 1 double bed (160 x 200)
º 1 bedroom with 2 single beds (90 x 200) and WC
º 1 rest/reading area on the mezzanine, where you can
where you can enjoy the books and board games
at your disposal.

baby equipment on request
End-of-stay cleaning MANDATORY (€70) to be paid on site.
short-stay rental available

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Charming House Countryside Sommerau
Charming Countryside Sommerau
Casa CON Encanto EN EL País
Charming House In The Sommerau
Charming House IN THE Countryside
Charming House IN THE Country Cottage
Charming House IN THE Country Sommerau
Charming House IN THE Country Cottage Sommerau

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY ?

The closest beach to CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY is Plage de Langatte (31.1 km).

Does CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Does CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a water park, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY ?

No, CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY ?

No, pets are not allowed.