Vacation Home on Lake Wittensee – Your retreat in the Hüttener Mountains, Schleswig-Holstein. 10 km from the Baltic Sea (Eckernförde). Nature, hiking, culture, activities... Enjoy a wonderfully peaceful stay—barrier-free access (first floor with no steps; unfortunately, the doorways are not wide enough for wheelchair use). Vacations with your dog are also welcome here!
A warm welcome to our small and idyllic vacation home, just across the street from Lake Wittensee, with its own lakeside property and boat dock. Here, in the heart of the Hüttener Berge Nature Park, an oasis of peace and relaxation awaits you, offering unforgettable vacation experiences. Our canoe is available for our guests to use free of charge at the lake. We’ve also recently added two (standard) bicycles there, which you’re welcome to use for trips to the bakery or for exploring.
Pure nature: The Hüttener Berge and Wittensee
Our vacation home, located right at the entrance to the village of Groß Wittensee, lies in the heart of the Hüttener Berge—a forested, hilly landscape that invites you to hike, bike, and enjoy nature.
Lake Wittensee, formed during the last Ice Age and the fourth-largest lake in Schleswig-Holstein, captivates visitors with its wide range of recreational activities, such as surfing, swimming, sailing, fishing, and paddling. Unwind and recharge your batteries in this picturesque setting.
The entire area is known throughout Germany as a horseback riding destination and for its equestrian vacations. https://www.amt-huettener-berge.de/fileadmin/Download/Tourismus/HueBe_Reitflyer_2017_klein.pdf
SehenswüAttractions nearby
The region around Lake Wittensee has a lot to offer. Visit the historic Gottorf Castle https://schloss-gottorf.de in Schleswig, which captivates visitors with its impressive Baroque garden and its art and cultural history. Or explore the Haithabu Viking Museum, which takes you on an exciting journey back to the time of the Northmen.
https://haithabu.de/de
Seit For the past 25 years, the impressive “Nordart” art exhibition in Büdelsdorf (one of Europe’s largest annual exhibitions of modern art) has been another cultural highlight right on your doorstep.
https://www.nordart.de
For nature lovers, the Hüttener Berge Nature Park offers numerous hiking and biking trails that wind through dense forests, along lakes, and over rolling hills. Here you can discover rare animal and plant species and enjoy the unspoiled nature to the fullest.
The Baltic Sea is right nearby
An absolute highlight is the proximity (just under 10 km) to the Baltic Sea and Eckernförde Bay. In just a few minutes by car, you can reach the beautiful Baltic Sea beaches, which are perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and long walks. The charming port town of Eckernförde also offers numerous restaurants, cafés, and shops, as well as a varied cultural program. Younger guests will surely be drawn to the pirate festival in Eckernförde.
https://www.ostseebad-eckernfoerde.de/piratenspektakel (Aug. 2–4, 2024)
Your stay
Our cozy vacation home offers you the perfect retreat after an eventful day. Enjoy the peace and quiet on the terrace, listen to the birds singing, and wind down the day with a good glass of wine.
The furnishings are modern but rather simple. There’s satellite TV and Wi-Fi, and the furniture is cozy and practical. The apartment consists of a spacious living room (with a kitchenette featuring an induction stove, oven, and microwave) and a bedroom. The bathroom is functional, and there’s also a small storage room. The garden is available for your use; there’s a large terrace (southwest-facing, with sun from morning to evening), and garden loungers, patio furniture, a large and a small grill, as well as a fire pit are provided for you. You may also use the canoe at your own risk.
Children can play in the garden, far away from the street.
Your car will also find a safe place to park on the property (out front) in our parking lot.
In town, there’s a restaurant, a snack bar, an ATM, an Edeka grocery store with fresh Sunday rolls, SUP and kayak rentals, a campground, and much more that we can’t list here.
Across the street is the sailing club; by the lake, there’s also a