Woodwind

Natural lakes, vast meadows, towering trees – if you like the idea of Dutch countryside scenes, you only need to drive half an hour from Deventer to find them. While this wooden house is located in rural surroundings, it also offers facilities that you might not expect in such an environment.

On the way to your forest lodge, a few things might catch your family’s eye en route. There’s a huge communal pool complete with slides, plus playgrounds, basketball courts, and even kids' entertainers in summer. Leave the little ones to explore these exciting activities while you take a moment to relax in your stylish abode.

With its lush lawn and verandah out front, there’s plenty of space for picnics, or wholesome brunches in the great outdoors. There’s even a log burner out here for spooky stories around the fire at night. But just inside, the tall, angular shape of the building features cleverly placed windows and glass doors to accentuate bright, modern interiors. We love the lounge, where mid-century pieces meet rustic notes of wicker, rope, and wood. As striking inside as it is out, the idea of a holiday cabin has certainly been promoted to a luxury level.

Home truths:
*Private parking is available on-site
*There is no dedicated workspace, but plenty of laptop-friendly spots
*Some of the communal park facilities include an outdoor pool with a water slide and paddling pool, sports pitches/courts, and playgrounds
*During the Dutch school holidays, there's a holiday park team on-site for kids, plus a snack bar
*As this host manages multiple homes on the same site, the decor and layout may differ slightly from the photos
*Your home has a storage room for bikes and e-bikes
*As there are no laundry facilities, this home might be suited to shorter-term stays
*The entrance is private to your home, but it's part of a holiday park with a campsite and other houses