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Historic Family Home in the Spessart • Sleeps 9 • Peaceful Village Retreat

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TV, books
A staircase with granite steps and a handrail, leading to a room with a window.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a window with a view of greenery, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a sink.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
Interior

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Altenbuch, BY
  • Place, Bavarian Spessart Nature Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wertheim Village
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Alte Mainbruecke
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Family Home in the Spessart • Sleeps 9 • Peaceful Village Retreat

Step back in time and experience an authentic piece of German family history in the heart of the beautiful Spessart region. Built in the 1950s by a young husband for his new wife, this spacious family home has welcomed generations of family and friends and now opens its doors to travelers looking for comfort, character, and a true local experience.

Located in the peaceful village of Altenbuch, the house combines vintage charm with modern conveniences, making it an ideal base for families, couples, groups of friends, cyclists, hikers, and anyone looking to explore the forests, castles, villages, and rivers of northern Bavaria.

The home comfortably sleeps up to 9 guests across three bedrooms and additional sleeping spaces:

• Bedroom 1: King bed and futon
• Bedroom 2: King bed
• Bedroom 3: Twin bed with two stacked mattresses and two complete sets of bedding. The second mattress can be placed on the floor to create an additional sleeping space, making this room flexible for families or larger groups.
• Living room: Two chaise lounges that can accommodate additional guests.

Guests have access to a fully equipped kitchen with everything needed for preparing meals, a spacious dining area for gathering together, and a comfortable living room for relaxing after a day of exploring the region.

The large bathroom includes:
• Bathtub with shower
• Bidet
• Hair dryer
• Fresh towels
• Washer
• Washer/dryer combination machine

The house retains many of its original features, including beautiful hardwood floors, vintage furnishings, and family photographs that tell the story of the people who built and cared for this home over the decades. Rather than a modern vacation rental designed solely for tourists, this is a genuine German family home with warmth, history, and personality.

Surrounded by nature, Altenbuch offers easy access to some of the region’s most beautiful attractions. Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling through the Spessart forests, exploring historic towns along the Main River, visiting castles and traditional villages, shopping at Wertheim Village, or simply enjoying the peaceful countryside.

The property is especially well suited for:
• Family gatherings
• Multi-generational travel
• Hiking and cycling holidays
• Day trips throughout Bavaria and neighboring regions
• Guests seeking a quiet retreat away from busy tourist centers

A detailed house manual is provided with local recommendations, operating instructions, and information about the home’s history to help you make the most of your stay.

Please note that this is a historic family home, not a newly renovated luxury property. While we have worked to provide modern comforts, some features reflect the home’s age and character. We believe these details are part of what makes staying here special and memorable.

Whether you’re gathering with loved ones, discovering the beauty of the Spessart, tracing family roots, or simply looking for a peaceful place to slow down and reconnect, we hope you’ll feel at home during your stay in Altenbuch.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Ludwig Keller Tower. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a living plant wall
  • Steps from Bavarian Spessart Nature Park and 11 minutes by car from Rohrberg Nature Reserve
Historic Family Home in the Spessart • Sleeps 9 • Peaceful Village Retreat offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and a living plant wall. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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