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Veltenhaus: Historic Retreat

House in Mürlenbach, Germany

8 guests·4 bedrooms·2 bathrooms
4.3 · 27 reviews

Property details

This spacious holiday home in Mürlenbach offers a charming blend of heritage and comfort for families and friends. Set in the restored Veltenhaus from 1850, it sits at the foot of the Bertradaburg fortress, steeped in Carolingian legend and medieval architecture. The home features a cozy eat-in kitchen with a wood-burning stove, a large ground-floor bedroom, three upstairs bedrooms, and two bathrooms—perfect for group stays. A generous garden and parking area across the street add to its practicality. Surrounded by the scenic Gerolsteiner Land, guests can enjoy forest walks, mountain biking, and visits to nearby castles like Manderscheid and Daun. Nature lovers will appreciate hiking highlights such as the Gerolsteiner Dolomites and Nerother Kopf, while the Kyll River offers peaceful fishing spots and kayaking. For dining, local favorites include Tiemo Wolff in Kopp for regional specialties, Balkan Grill in Gerolstein for Mediterranean fare, and Pizzeria Costa Verde for Italian classics near the Löwenburg ruins. Whether you're exploring volcanic lakes or relaxing by the fire, Veltenhaus is a memorable base in the heart of the Eifel.Veltenhaus: Historic Retreat

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

What’s included

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

  • Terrace

    Terrace

  • Grill

    Grill

  • Teakettle

    Teakettle

Guest reviews

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Nick

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May 2026

Very easy to book, no problems, everything very clean, parking available, lots of space, quiet location, rural area. Would book again.

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Annelie

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August 2024

The house is nicely located and has all the necessary facilities. Unfortunately, the house is already very outdated, it is very humid and smells accordingly. All our things took over the moderate smell of the house after a few hours. Also, there were several things that urgently needed to be repaired (broken windows, missing baseboards, broken cabinets). The furnishings with many very old and yellowed items also do not deserve the title of "modern cottage".

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Chantal

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May 2024

We had a lot of fun this weekend and really enjoyed using the garden! The on-site reception was super, super nice, and I was very grateful for the neighbors who weren't bothered by it, even though we listened to music outside a little longer. All in all, a good area! Areas for improvement that are really only meant as a friendly suggestion include the cleaning fee increase. I found it very complicated at first to pay the amount and then, in the end, to have to get extra cash on top for the visitor's tax and cleaning fee. Communication via the app could also be faster. At least we weren't charged a fee for bed linens and towels. Thank you for having us!

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Nadine

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March 2024

Overall, the accommodation was fine and spacious. However, the bathrooms are showing their age, and overall, it was a bit chilly in the accommodation.

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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