Lonely holiday homes in Germany: Nature holidays without the hustle and bustle in summer 2025
Vacations in holiday homes are booming! People are most often drawn to nature so they can enjoy their surroundings in peace. Are you also dreaming of accommodation away from mass tourism in Germany?
When booking your accommodation, keep in mind the keyword "secluded location," because the isolated location makes all the difference. No traffic jams, no engine noise, no stress – a secluded holiday home in Germany is the guarantee for a break from everyday life.
Houses by the sea, on the edge of a forest, by a lake, by a river, on a mountain pasture, or in a meadow are suitable. Some are huge and luxurious, others simple. Those who don't need much space might be happy in a tiny house. These mini-accommodations are usually located in meadows, horse paddocks, or nature reserves.
There are indeed plenty of secluded holiday homes in Germany . To provide some inspiration, we've selected a few examples of tranquil accommodations – from lighthouses to windmills and houseboats to secluded mountain huts.
From this holiday home, travelers have an unobstructed view of the landscape of the Beltringharder Koog nature reserve: the historic Arlau lock in the Schleswig-Holstein municipality of Hattstedtermarsch has been converted for tourist purposes.
From the Arlau Lock, travelers have a clear view of the Beltringharder Koog nature reserve.
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The 90-square-meter holiday apartment in the Arlau Lock is nestled in the typical North Frisian marsh landscape directly adjacent to the Wadden Sea National Park. Its two bedrooms accommodate up to four guests.
The North Frisian Islands and Halligen are not far away – and can be explored by Hallig cruise or guided mudflat hike.
The historic Arlau Lock is now a holiday home – with a view of the Beltringharder Koog nature reserve.
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The Farver Mill in Wangels offers nostalgia, comfort, and seclusion. Built in 1828, the thatched-roof building with its expansive wings was built on a small hill and is now a listed building. The mill's original technology has been preserved, lending the holiday home an authentic charm.
Nearby is Hohwacht Bay, where you can refresh yourself in the cool Baltic Sea waters on hot days. The historic old towns of Lübeck and Oldenburg are also within easy reach and invite you to take a leisurely stroll.
The holiday apartment has two bedrooms, a kitchen-living room, a bathroom, and several outdoor seating areas. How about a coffee in a beach chair overlooking the sea or a sundowner under the impressive wings of the windmill?
A small but charming treehouse nestled in the idyllic forest in Fischach, Bavaria, is another holiday home tip for this year. The treehouse on Kellerberg Mountain in the Augsburg-Western Forests Nature Park in Bavaria is equipped with a kitchen, a bedroom, and a terrace. A fire pit and numerous hiking trails are also nearby. Guests can observe forest animals from the loft bed.
In Windeck, North Rhine-Westphalia, there is a similarly beautiful treehouse – the 26 square meter accommodations Baumhaus and Schäferwagen Windeck .
The treehouse is built around a thick tree trunk. It features a fireplace, a small kitchenette with running water from a private 40-meter-deep drinking water well and electricity from the photovoltaic system, as well as a separate bathroom. Beneath the treehouse is a seating area with a barbecue and fire pit. The shepherd's wagon is located near the treehouse in the heart of the Kummauel Nature Reserve.
You can find more tree houses in our overview for each federal state .
The Dagebüll Lighthouse on the North Sea only sleeps two people, making it the perfect romantic hideaway! The brick tower was built in 1929 and converted into a mini-hotel in 2012. While there's no reception or room service, it does offer panoramic views from the terrace, a whirlpool, and breakfast served on the first step in the morning.
The furnishings on the three living levels are modern and luxurious, with a minibar and hi-fi equipment. To reach everything, guests must climb 48 steps.
The Dagebüll lighthouse at night.
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The Finnhütte on the Paradiesweg in the Thuringian spa town of Heiligenstadt is another accommodation for those who appreciate solitude. This cozy wooden hut is located right on the edge of the forest and is the ideal starting point for hikes through the Thuringian Forest.
The fairytale cabin is surrounded by lush greenery—and therefore snow-covered fir trees in winter. It offers sleeping space for up to four people, a living room, and a fully equipped kitchen.
The luxurious holiday ship Störtebecker is idyllically situated in a secluded location on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula in the Western Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park. The huge houseboat accommodates up to eight people, who can enjoy a vacation without having to come into contact with other tourists.
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The 150 square meters of living space include a living room with a fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms and sleeping cabins, several bathrooms, a sun deck and a sauna.
The property also includes a 2500 square meter property with a garden and a beach area that is exclusively for guests' use.
A secluded cabin in the mountains under a spectacular canopy of stars offers pure relaxation – you'll find it in Bavaria or the Harz Mountains. One example: the Haflingerhof holiday home in the Bavarian Forest . It enjoys a secluded location amidst meadows and forests, sleeps up to ten people, and has its own pond. In winter, a toboggan run beckons, and cross-country ski trails and ski lifts are nearby.
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