Private vacation home

Close to cross-country skiing, fishing, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Thanks to the convenient onsite parking, you can either leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 10-minute walk to Samson Pit, or easily tackle the quick 2-minute drive to Harz National Park.

Relax in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio of this 15070-sq-ft vacation home, which also offers a BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and stereo.

This 18-bedroom, 16-bathroom rental features a living room and a desk. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, cookware, and a toaster. And thanks to the washer and dryer, you'll even be able to travel light.