Wake up among the trees, enjoy your first cup of coffee on the porch as the birds awaken, and end the day in the warm hot tub or wood-fired Finnish sauna under a clear starry sky.<br><br>Welcome to De Heeren van Norg. An exclusive Boutique Forest Retreat tucked away in approximately 1,600 m² of private forest in the heart of Drenthe. No holiday park, no crowds, and no immediate neighbors—just a place where nature, privacy, design, and wellness come together.<br><br>Here, you’ll naturally slow down. You can walk straight from the house into the woods, relax in your own wellness area, and enjoy the silence that makes this place so special.<br><br><br>Why our guests choose De Heeren van Norg:<br>✓ Detached forest house on approximately **1,600 m² of private woodland**<br>✓ Private hot tub<br>✓ Wood-fired Finnish sauna<br>✓ Outdoor shower<br>✓ Covered porch with infrared heating<br>✓ Pellet stove<br>✓ Air conditioning<br>✓ Fully equipped kitchen<br>✓ Outdoor kitchen<br>✓ Dog-friendly<br>✓ Right next to hiking and biking trails<br>✓ Peace, privacy, and nature<br><br><br>A home where you can instantly unwind<br><br>De Heeren van Norg is furnished just the way we like to spend our holidays. Warm, stylish, and comfortable, without being over the top. Natural materials, plenty of wood, large windows, and a serene interior ensure that the forest always remains a part of your stay.<br><br>The living room is the heart of the house. Here, you can read a book by the pellet stove, play a game, or enjoy a good glass of wine together after a long walk.<br><br>The large windows bring the outdoors inside. From virtually every spot, you can look out at the trees, birds, and the greenery surrounding the house.<br><br>The modern kitchen is fully equipped for extensive cooking. Whether you’re making a quick breakfast, hosting a long get-together, or want to barbecue outside, everything you need is here for a relaxing stay.<br><br>Sleeping in the heart of the forest<br><br>After a day outdoors, you’ll find complete peace and quiet in the comfortable bedrooms.<br>The silence in the forest is extraordinary. No traffic, no city noises—just the soft rustling of the trees and the singing of birds. In the morning, you’ll wake up to a view of the greenery and step right into nature.<br><br><br>Private wellness<br><br>The wellness area is perhaps the best part of your stay.<br><br>After a walk through the Drenthe forests, warm up in the wood-fired Finnish sauna. Then take a refreshing outdoor shower and sink into the warm hot tub as the sun slowly sets. When darkness falls, the forest transforms. The silence becomes even more intense, and on clear evenings, you can look up from the hot tub to an impressive starry sky.<br><br>Everything is located entirely on the property, allowing you to fully enjoy your privacy.<br><br><br>Outdoor Living<br><br>The veranda is perhaps the place where guests ultimately spend the most time. Start your morning there with coffee. Read a book as the wind rustles through the trees. Enjoy a long lunch or end the evening with a glass of wine while the sauna slowly cools down.<br><br>There are several seating areas scattered throughout the property, so you can always find a spot in the sun or shade.<br><br>Nature starts right at the front door<br><br>From the house, you can walk or bike straight into the vast forests of Norg.<br><br>The surrounding area consists of:<br>• forests<br>• heathlands<br>• sand drifts<br>• fens<br>• winding bike paths<br>• hiking trails<br>• historic village greens<br><br>The landscape looks different in every season. In the spring, you can hear birds everywhere.<br>Summer is all about long evenings outdoors. In the fall, the forests turn shades