Unique bungalow right on the lake with hot tub

Welcome to a truly special place—nestled among fields and forests yet easily accessible—we invite you to our unique lakeside cottage on the Niepkuhlen (an old branch of the Rhine).

The fantastic amenities include a private boat dock, a wood-fired hot tub (which can be used as a “cold tub” in the summer), a projector for a home theater experience, and a wood-burning stove for cozy evenings. Also popular: the gas/electric stove with seven burners.

The property covers approximately 1,000 square meters and, apart from the lakeside, is completely fenced in and virtually secluded.

The hot tub accommodates 4–6 adults, and there are no extra costs for its use.

In addition to the bathroom and living/fireplace room, there are two bedrooms (BR) providing six regular sleeping spots: a smaller BR with a double bed (180x200 cm) and a larger BR with a double bed (180x200 cm) plus two single beds (90x200 cm), which can be pushed together to form a double bed if needed. This bedroom features a partition wall/“Spanish wall.” There is also a comfortable, pull-out sofa bed here that sleeps two people (140x191 cm). In the living room, the very comfortable sofa bed (1.10x200 cm) can optionally be used as a ninth sleeping spot.

A safety rail for one of the beds and a travel crib are also available and can be provided upon request.

All windows that open are fitted with fly screens, and with the exception of the panoramic windows in the living room, all are equipped with pleated blinds.

A washer-dryer and cordless vacuum cleaner are also available.

You can grill over the fire pit using the swivel grill (we recommend bringing your own charcoal).

You’ll be located between Krefeld-Traar and the Hülser Berg recreational area, which offers numerous leisure activities.

The center of Traar is approximately 4 km away.

The accommodation is located in the countryside, but it is very well connected via a country road (50 km/h speed limit).

By car, you can reach Krefeld’s city center in about 10 minutes and Düsseldorf’s city center in about 25 minutes, as well as Venlo just across the border in the Netherlands.

Excursions/Activities in the Area:

- Egelsberg Gliding Airfield

- Heilmannshof

- Linn Castle

- Hülser Berg with hiking trails and mountain bike routes

- Schroers Pony Farm

- Kliedter Hof

- Bauhaus Museums “Haus Lange Haus Esters”

- Elfrather Mühle Golf Club (also open in winter)

- “Halde Nordddeutschland” in Neukirchen-Vluyn

- Tiger & Turtle Duisburg

- Duisburg-Nord Landscape Park

- Krefeld Racetrack

- Krefeld Zoo

- Krefeld Wholesale Market

Two life jackets for children (sizes 10–20 kg and 20–30 kg) are available in the boathouse.

We provide the house without bed linens and towels. There are seven single blankets (135x200 cm) and seven pillows (80x80 cm and 40x80 cm) available.

We are happy to provide bed linens upon request for €12 per person (including VAT). Towels are available for €5 per person (incl. VAT).

There is almost always enough firewood available. One full box is included in the price. If you need additional boxes, we charge €8 each (incl. VAT).

The rental fee for the projector is €49 incl. VAT per stay (optional).

For €8 (including VAT) per hour, we are happy to offer early check-in or late check-out by arrangement.

During your visit, we ask that you show appropriate consideration for this special place—both the house and its furnishings, as well as the natural surroundings. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Dogs are welcome, by the way.

Large events or parties are not permitted due to the adjacent nature reserve. Commercial use (e.g., photo shoots) or for special occasions (e.g., independent wedding ceremonies) is welcome by arrangement.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send us a quick message.

We are very much looking forward to your visit and to sharing this unique spot with you.

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