Eco Bosvilla Wateren — luxury holiday home in Drenthe
Sometimes you just need a place where you don't have to do anything. No obligations, no neighbors to hear you, no schedule. Just waking up when you wake up, having breakfast together in peace, and then deciding whether to head into the woods or go to the sauna first.
Eco Bosvilla Wateren is big enough for seven people — but if you come as a couple, the whole house is yours alone. Or you can invite a few friends to come over.
The master bedroom on the ground floor has an en-suite bathroom. The terrace faces west — evening sun, Kamado BBQ, and the sound of the wind through the trees and a clear starry sky. The sauna awaits you in the evening after a long walk or bike ride. And in the morning: coffee by the large window, overlooking the forest garden and nothing else. Exactly what you need.
Romantic getaway in every season
The Drents-Friese Wold is special in all seasons. In the spring when everything starts to grow, the exuberant summer, and the estate with all its changing colors.
In the period from November to March, it is wonderfully quiet — mist over the moors, no tourists on the paths, plenty of silence. And the rates are significantly lower than in the summer. On weekdays, this house is very favorably priced for what you get. If price is not a deciding factor for you, then
What makes this house special for a quiet, romantic stay?
✓ Master bedroom on the ground floor with private bathroom and bathtub
✓ Sauna
✓ West-facing terrace — evening sun and Kamado BBQ
✓ 2,400 m² private woodland garden — green everywhere
✓ Silence — no road to be heard, only birds
✓ Flexible arrival, also on weekdays
EV charger, record player with LPs, books, and games available
✓ Bike rental at home — routes directly from the garden
✓ Guests are very welcome
🐾 Dogs welcome: up to 3 dogs, no surcharge
What can you expect
A garden of twenty-four hundred square meters already sounds big. And what makes it extra special is what lies behind it: the Drents-Friese Wold, the second largest contiguous nature reserve in the Netherlands. You can walk and cycle straight into nature from the garden.
Can you picture it? Drinking coffee in the morning with a view of the birds and squirrels, and a chance of spotting a deer in the garden or the field across the road. Heading out into nature during the day to recharge your batteries. Afterwards, relaxing in the sauna, on the lounge sofas, or on the huddle net. Having drinks together, cooking, playing games, and roasting marshmallows by the fire pit. And in the evening, before going to sleep, stepping outside for a moment to stargaze, with the sound of the wind through the trees. You don't need anything more.
Activities in the area
Bicycles/mountain bikes : bikes are delivered to your home, customized routes
Walking : directly from the garden into the Drents-Friese Wold or one of the many walks.
Children : forest paths, observation towers, climbing parks, playgrounds, forest bathing
Spotting animals : birds, roe deer, badgers, squirrels, bats
Food : De Bospub with the children · Onder de Eiken for game · Posten Scandinavian and restaurant Grenzeloos nice and close by
Culture : Drenthe village greens, UNESCO Colonies of Benevolence, Drents Museum, dolmens, pick-your-own gardens
We will send you an extensive list of our favorite places, walking routes, restaurants, and activities before arrival.
Lennart, Airbnb
We had a wonderful stay at this villa in Wateren. The location is perfect – quiet, surrounded by nature, and right next to a beautiful national park, making it ideal for relaxing walks. The house itself was cozy, well-equipped, and very comfortable. We really enjoyed our time here and would love to come back again!
Christine, Airbnb
We had a super relaxing time in this beautiful house overlooking a meadow with grazing cows. The peaceful surroundings on the edge of the forest invite you to linger and take a walk. In the immediate vicinity, you can always find a small spot or places for activities. The house is super spacious and offers plenty of room; even in the large garden, you can make yourself comfortable or lie in the hammock in the sun and watch the birds.
Our highlight besides the sauna was the shower with a view of the forest.
We would definitely come visit again.
Deborah, Airbnb
We stayed 4 nights at Eco Bosvilla and really wished we had stayed longer. The house was very comfortable and equipped with everything we needed and much more. We were a group of 6 adults, so the three bedrooms were perfect with 3 bathrooms.
The beds and seating area were very comfortable and cozy. The fly screens built into the windows were brilliant for the warm nights – there is also air conditioning, but we didn't want to have it on all night.
The outdoor area was lovely with plenty of furniture, a BBQ with a pizza stone, a swing, two hammocks, and of course, the sauna with infrared heat!!! This was such a treat in the evenings after our long walks. The area is beautiful with hiking trails right on the doorstep and many small towns within a 10-15 minute drive with all amenities.
Karlien was our host and responded very quickly; she even sent information about the house and the area one month before our trip so that we could plan our adventures.
Environment & Location
The holiday home is very conveniently located for a walking and cycling holiday in Drenthe, a week or weekend away with the children, friends and/or the dog. It is located between the Doldersummerveld and Aekingerzand and between Dwingeloo, Diever Appelscha and Zorgvliet