[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # birds-nest holiday home palatian forest balcony wood stove Family-friendly vacation home in Darstein ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105860000/105857300/105857244/b121721c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105860000/105857300/105857244/739bf8f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105860000/105857300/105857244/72430c42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105860000/105857300/105857244/66348d51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105860000/105857300/105857244/0c4fe527.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location birds-nest holiday home palatian forest balcony wood stove provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### birds-nest holiday home palatian forest balcony wood stove Welcome to the birds-nest holiday home (150m²) with balcony + winter garden in the middle of the Palatinate Forest. The house contains 2 apartments. The following is available for your great stay: \- Balcony with a view of the Palatinate Forest \- Winter garden with wood burning stove and rocking chair \- 2 fully equipped kitchens \- 2 beautiful shower rooms \- 2 bedrooms (vintage furniture + 1.80m wide king-size bed each) \- 2 SMART TVs with free Waipu TV \- 2 free parking spaces (1x in the yard + 1x in the garage) Our cozy birds-nest holiday home has just been newly renovated and awaits you with comprehensive facilities. Modern furniture in combination with refurbished vintage furniture and the loving furnishings create a harmonious feel-good atmosphere for up to 8 guests. You arrive at the 2 free parking spaces directly at the house (1x in the courtyard + 1x in the in-house garage) and then use the stairwell to reach your accommodation on the 1st and 2nd floors. Two cozy apartments await you, each with a living and dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, a shower room and a bedroom with a king-size bed (1.80m wide). Whether winter garden or balcony, you can choose from both. You can start your day with free pad coffee on the balcony with a wonderful view of the countryside. You can then set off to explore the adventures of the Palatinate Forest, use the excellent network of hiking trails, climb the many rocks, or discover one of the castles and ruins in the area. A national park with many beautiful lakes is also within hiking distance. After experiencing nature moments, you can prepare delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchens, which you can then eat at the large dining tables. You don't have to worry about washing up either, as each kitchen has its own dishwasher. After your meal, you can play a few rounds of the board games found on site or use the SMART TV with free Waipu TV. You can also spend your vacation days in a padded rocking chair, with your favorite book in front of the wood stove and the great view of the Palatinate Forest. The accommodation has 2 bedrooms, each with a king-size bed and there are also 2 sofa beds in the holiday home, on which another 4 people can sleep comfortably. The kitchen is equipped with an induction cooker with four hobs, an oven, a refrigerator with a small freezer compartment, an extractor hood, a dishwasher, a toaster, a kettle, a blender and a coffee machine. All utensils for preparing tasty food and drinks are available in the kitchen. If something is missing, please feel free to contact us. Free coffee and tea are available for you in the kitchens, as are cleaning supplies. The bathrooms are each equipped with a shower and a hairdryer is available for you to use. Of course we provide bed linen and towels. A registration form must be filled out before check-in. If you have any questions, just contact us and enjoy your stay. Feel at home! Kind regards, your birds-nest team ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 4 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C49.15831%2C7.88162&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DnqhWNMPVq3RVe2Hm2sDpJsOn-c=) Darstein, RP #### What's nearby - Palatinate Forest Nature Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Burg Berwartstein - 8 min drive - 8.4 km - Südpfalz Therme - 18 min drive - 18.1 km - Dahner Felsenpfad - 19 min drive - 18.4 km - Muskatellerhof Winery - 20 min drive - 19.8 km #### Getting around - Wilgartswiesen Station - 9 min drive - Karlsruhe Baden-Baden (FKB-Baden Airpark) - 73 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Klettererhütte am Asselstein - ‬12 min drive - ‪Altes Bahnhöf'l - ‬11 min drive - ‪PWV Wanderheim Dicke Eiche - ‬16 min drive - ‪Istanbul Grill - ‬14 min drive - ‪Sportheim SC Hauenstein 1919 e.V. - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is birds-nest holiday home palatian forest balcony wood stove pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at birds-nest holiday home palatian forest balcony wood stove? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at birds-nest holiday home palatian forest balcony wood stove? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is birds-nest holiday home palatian forest balcony wood stove located? > This family-friendly Darstein vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Palatinate Forest Nature Park and Schäfer Fruit Winery. German Shoe Museum and Sandstone Church are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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