Marie's little house in 1840 - in the heart of the Harz Mountains

Close to sledding, cross-country skiing, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Harz-Saxony-Anhalt Nature Park is just a short walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make short work of the 17-minute drive to Harz National Park. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Stapelburg Station, a short 9-minute walk away.

Relax on the deck or patio (enjoy the outdoor furniture!) of this 969-sq-ft vacation home, which also offers a BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and video games.

As you settle into this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a dining area, and a desk. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave.