*Gulfhof van Senden - Bütz - Gulfhof van Senden - Bütz (ground floor/ first floor)

As early as 1998, Rysum was named the most beautiful village in Lower Saxony. Surrounding the church—located at the highest point of the historic village on a mound and home to one of the oldest playable organs in the world—are the former farmhands’ and artisans’ houses as well as large farmsteads, arranged in a ring, creating the distinctive charm of this circular village.

On the outer ring of the village stands the Gulfhof, believed to have been built by Ufko Andreesen van Senden around 1890. In recent years, it has been extensively renovated with great attention to detail and in accordance with historic preservation standards, and converted into an exceptional vacation residence featuring 15 high-quality apartments.
Even during the renovation phase, the old building successfully withstood many adverse conditions—including wind, weather, and, above all, water—and now proudly shines in new splendor.

All apartments are duplexes and feature modern floor plans. By incorporating the historic post-and-beam framework into the interior design, the units also gain a special, distinctive character. Underfloor heating, solid wood parquet floors, and fixtures and ceramic tiles from renowned manufacturers ensure a high level of living comfort. Each apartment includes a spacious terrace as well as a parking space with a storage shed. The outdoor areas of the approximately 4,000-square-meter property are characterized, particularly on the south and east sides, by generous green spaces that have been tastefully landscaped with shrubs and hedges. A grove of mature trees rounds out the overall picture.

The Gulfhof van Senden is the ideal starting point for a wide range of activities: hiking, biking, or kayaking in the Krummhörn region; cultural excursions to popular nearby towns such as Greetsiel, Pilsum, Norden/Norddeich, and Emden; or even day trips to the nearby East Frisian islands of Borkum, Norderney, and Juist. The somewhat secluded, little-known natural beach at Knock is just a short bike ride away and is a special highlight.



Gulfhof van Senden - Bütz (first floor/upper floor):

Bütz Vacation Rental – A Vacation in a Historic Gulfhof with Modern Comforts

Welcome to the Bütz Vacation Rental — a charming duplex apartment with 81 m² of living space, located in a spectacularly renovated, historic Gulfhof in the picturesque village of Warfendorf Rysum. Here, East Frisian history meets stylish, modern living comfort—perfect for anyone who appreciates tranquility, sweeping views, and high-quality amenities.
As soon as you enter the apartment, you’ll be greeted by a bright entryway with a guest restroom on the first floor. The centerpiece is the spacious kitchen-living room with three large windows that bathe the room in warm light and offer a view of the terrace and the expansive East Frisian landscape. The kitchen is fully equipped—with an induction cooktop, microwave-oven combo, refrigerator, dishwasher, Nespresso machine, toaster, kettle, and soda maker—nothing is missing here. The cozy dining area with a corner bench seats up to 7 people—ideal for social evenings with family or friends.

The living area invites you to relax with a comfortable sofa corner, a reading chair, a TV, and Wi-Fi. Enjoy sunny days and balmy evenings on the patio—equipped with high-quality patio furniture, a patio umbrella, and an electric grill—and let your gaze wander over the fields. Pure tranquility!
A wooden staircase leads to the upper floor, where you’ll find two lovingly furnished bedrooms. The master bedroom features an extra-long double bed (180x210 cm) with comfortable mattresses in two firmness levels (H2 and H3), a spacious closet, and a hotel safe. In the second bedroom, you’ll find three single beds (90x200 cm)—one of which is a cozy sleeping alcove beneath the historic exposed beams, which give the apartment its name, “Bütz.” A beautiful white dresser provides storage space, and the matching closet is located in the hallway. Both bedrooms have blackout and insect-screen roller blinds, ensuring nothing stands in the way of a restful night’s sleep. Furthermore, all accessible electrical outlets in the vacation rental are equipped with built-in child safety covers.

The modern bathroom on the upper floor offers the highest level of comfort with its floor-level Raindance shower, a stylish sink, toilet, and heated towel rack.
A separate storage room on the first floor provides space for all necessary everyday items, such as a laundry basket and storage for patio furniture. All rooms feature high-quality solid wood parquet flooring, which gives the apartment a particularly warm and cozy atmosphere.
Bütz Vacation Rental—a place to feel at home, relax, and take a deep breath. Enjoy your vacation in East Frisia—in style, in peace, and surrounded by nature.

General Information
Laundry facilities are available. The property has a washing machine and dryer (for a fee).

You can park your car safely in the parking space assigned to the apartment. There are 8 charging stations available for electric vehicles (payment by debit card).
Children and dog owners are welcome in the apartment.



Check-in is from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., and check-out is from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.