You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground at CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY . Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7100 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
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
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
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not 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
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Sommerau, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Royal Palace and Alsace-Moselle Memorial are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Robert Blanck Alsace Wine and L'O Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Iceberg Ice Rink, or check out an event or a game at Zenith Strasbourg. Sailing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby. Visit our Birkenwald travel guide
How much is parking at CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY located?
This family-friendly Sommerau cottage is located in a rural location, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Birkenwald Castle, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Abbaye Saint Etienne of Marmoutier and Château des Rohan. Royal Palace and Zenith Strasbourg are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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CHARMING HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY Reviews
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Beautiful old house - almost on the edge of the forest - with good facilities and a very nice landlord. Top: Very good baguette and cake service from the landlord.
The gite was tastefully decorated and had all the equipment you need. We visited in a heat wave and the gite was nice and cool and a has a huge bathroom / walk in shower. Lovely terrace outside which gives privacy from neighbours. Matthieu lives opposite and was on hand for anything we needed but not at all intrusive. Also lots of lovely forests nearby to walk or cycle in and it's near enough to the German border to easily have a day in Germany.
We spent a week in this lovely cottage with lot of character. It is situated in a peaceful village. The cottage is equipped with all necessities and we looked forward to return to it after a day hopping from one amazing village to another. A very good variety of wines and juices are available at very ready prices.
The owner of the cottage, Matthieu, is very friendly and helpful. He provided us with information of places to visit. One can even order freshly baked bread from Matthieu.
We definitely recommend this cottage.
Rosalynn Muscat M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joerg W.
3 Sept 2018
A very special place....
As my spoken as well as written french is less than basic, I rather leave an english review. We arrived here in Birkenwald to find ourselves within a peaceful tranquility which is hard to find somethere in central europe. Mathieus hospitality and assistance was outstanding in any way. We soon realized, that we´ve got to come back there. The house was clean and tidy, equipped with everything needed and above all, of a very special charme.
Merci beaucoup and au revoir ....
Wir haben eine schöne Woche in dem Ferienhaus verbracht. Die Ausstattung lässt keine Wünsche offen und Matthieu ist ein toller Gastgeber. Wir kommen bestimmt wieder.
Stefan d.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Oliver T.
24 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Das Haus hat ein schönes, großes Bad und eine ruhige und gemütliche Terrasse.Die Photos im Inserat (insbesondere vom Wohnzimmer) sind so belichtet, dass der Eindruck entsteht, dass es sich um einen hellen Raum handelt - in der Realität ist das Wohzimmer eher dunkel und wird fanden es eher ungemütlich.Die Lage des Hauses ist sehr schön und es ist vollkommen ruhig. Der Umgang mit dem Vermieter war sehr nett und unproblematisch.
We hebben een fijne week doorgebracht in deze accomodatie. Lekker ontbeten in de schaduw van de pergola op het prive terras. In de avond genoten van lounche plek onder het afdak aan de voorkant.De inrichting, modern romantisch, gezellig zoals we dat in Nederland noemen.De voorzieningen goed verzorgd, lekkere bedden.De douche en badruimte meer dan prima!
Birkenwald im Elsass war ein wunderbarer Ort für unseren Aufenthalt – ruhig gelegen und dennoch sehr zentral, perfekt am Rande der Vogesen. Das Haus war gemütlich, sauber und gut ausgestattet, ideal zum Entspannen nach einem Tag voller Erkundungen. Die Lage ist ein hervorragender Ausgangspunkt, um den Norden des Elsass mit seinen charmanten Dörfern, Burgen und der schönen Natur zu entdecken. Matthieu war ein sehr freundlicher und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber – wir haben uns sehr willkommen gefühlt. Eine klare Empfehlung!
Charmantes altes Häuschen, in dem es uns an nichts gefehlt hat. Nettes ruhiges Dorf - alles was man braucht mit dem Auto in bequem erreichbarer Nähe in den umliegenden Ortschaften. Der Vermieter ist da wenn man ihn braucht - hilft und gibt Tipps wenn man will. Und wenn nicht - drängt er sich nicht auf. Für uns eine super Kombination.
Popriétaire très accueillant et sympathique. La maison, ancienne, a beaucoup de charme, très bien ordonnancée, 3 chambres, bien séparées. Très bien située, entre Stasbourg et les Vosges. Maison de village sans jardin, mais avec une petite arrière cour agréable pour déjeuner dehors.
Wir waren 3 Tage in dem Haus von Mathieu, uns allen hat sehr gefallen. Das Haus entspricht genau den Bildern wie im Inserat. Mathieu ist ein zuvorkommender Gastgeber. Ausflugsziele Saverne und Obernai nicht weit entfernt. Mathieu war auch hier sehr behilflich uns eine Tagestour zusammenzustellen. Fazit: Wir hatten eine schöne Zeit im Haus der Amelie und seiner Umgebung.
Sehr gemütliche und ursprüngliche Wohnung. Sehr netter und unkomplizierter Kontakt zu Vermieter. Wer die Ursprünglichkeit des Elsass liebt, ist hier genau richtig.
Liebevoll renoviertes, altes Häuschen.
Die Unterkunft ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Handtücher, Bettwäsche, Wifi, Spiele, TV, …
Die Küche hat ebenfalls alles, was man braucht: Kaffeemaschine von Nespresso, Spülmaschine, Kühlschrank, Küchenutensilien, … alles Notwendige ist vorhanden.
Sehr netter Kontakt zum hilfsbereiten und unkomplizierten Vermieter, vielen Dank!
Wir haben unseren Osterurlaub in Elsass in dem schönen Ferienhaus verbracht. Es ist sehr liebevoll restauriert worden und bietet alles Notwendige für einen erholsamen Urlaub.
Das Haus ist liebevoll eingerichtet und Matthieu hat sich toll um uns gekümmert.
Es gibt die Möglichkeit über Matthieu frisches Baguette und Croissants zu bestellen die dann in einer Kiste abgeholt werden können. So kann ein Tag dann wunderbar starten.