Unusual holiday apartments

Germany’s holidaymakers show a continuing tendency to rent holiday homes and holiday apartments instead of looking for a hotel room. This circumstance has also increased the demand for unusual holiday apartments. The more individual, the better – standards are out – the unusual is in. Among the holidaymakers there are also more individual tourists who are looking for an experience that stands out from all previous holiday experiences. Due to this fact, many organizers have included unusual holiday homes and holiday apartments in their offer.

Brief facts on the subject

• Unusual accommodation may have special entrances, steep stairs or restricted movement areas.
• Sanitary area, heating, electricity, water and cooking facilities should be checked before booking.
• House rules may restrict fire, pets, children, events, or use of outdoor spaces.
• The actual location and accessibility are particularly important for tree houses, boats or remote houses.
• Significant photos, up-to-date reviews and a clear contract help to avoid surprises.

Holiday home on the water: Holiday on the houseboat

The prime example of unusual holiday apartments are houseboats, no longer a fad, but rather a trend for which the industry expects an increase. With the rented houseboat to explore the waterways of the holiday country on your own, comes more and more in fashion.

Holidays in the Wipfels

Those who do not want to go out on the water, but rather on holiday, can now rent a tree house as a holiday apartment in many places – including fantastic views. In Denmark, for example, there has been a response to the growing demand for unusual holiday apartments, where, not far from Copenhagen, a complete settlement has been built at 10 meters in the trees connected by wooden webs. So definitely an unusual holiday apartment – only not for holidaymakers with fear of heights.

Another trend: Holiday villages

An increasing demand in the area of holiday apartments and holiday homes is also expected by the industry in the area of the so-called Holiday villages or holiday parks. This means a concentrated collection of holiday homes, which are especially popular with groups and families due to the sports and leisure activities available in the holiday village. For self-catering you can use supermarkets in the holiday village and meet with other "residents" of the holiday village in the evening comfortably on the village square. Similar to the popular Center Parcs, you get your holiday home and can provide yourself self-sufficient supply and employment, but also fall back on the offers of the park.

Compare experience and everyday suitability

Tree house, houseboat, mill or tiny house can characterize the stay. Before booking, sleeping space, bathroom, kitchen, heating, electricity, water and luggage access should be realistically checked. General selection questions explained Rent a holiday home; for floating accommodation, the information on Houseboat holidays.

Stairs, ladders, narrow doors and remote paths may be unsuitable for children or persons with reduced mobility. The Family leave Helps with security issues while Barrier holidays It focuses on concrete measures and approaches.

Contract, weather and additional costs

Check which areas belong exclusively to the accommodation and which are shared. Cleaning, bed linen, energy, sanitary facilities, parking and transport to the object can cost extra. The Accommodation contract should reflect the specificities; Providers and payment methods can be transferred via Safely book a holiday home control.

Those who are looking for more classic comfort can use a Holiday Villa, one Holiday home or one of Apartments Compare. Before arriving, it helps Holiday checklist, special specifications and equipment to be brought along.

Unusual living and comparing everyday suitability

A special accommodation is suitable if the experience and the practical conditions fit together. First, check access, sleeping places, bathroom, kitchen, heating and the ability to safely accommodate luggage. In tree houses, houseboats or floating houses, stairs, ladders, fluctuating floors or low ceilings can affect comfort. For young children, elderly people and people with reduced mobility, these points must be clarified before booking.

Read the contract, cancellation conditions and bad weather notices completely. Ask about final cleaning, bed linen, energy, deposit and a reachable contact person. For comparison with a conventional Holiday home, one Self-catering offer or one of Short time off In the end, the concrete benefit for your own travel group counts.

Check special accommodation for risks and retreat

In the case of unusual accommodation, the description should also cover access in the dark, lighting, escape routes and the accessibility of a contact person. Ask about restrictions on luggage, strollers, wheelchairs, bicycles, and pets. An experience quickly loses its value if basic needs of the group are not met.

Also, plan a quiet area and a weatherproof alternative. On a houseboat, in a tree house or in a historic building, temperature, noise and humidity can vary more than in an ordinary holiday home. The Preparation, Arrival and Contract verification should explicitly take account of these specificities.

Frequent questions about special accommodation

Are unusual accommodation suitable for children?

Only if crash protection, paths, water surfaces, sleeping places and supervision fit the age group.

Is there always a private bathroom?

No. Sanitary facilities can be compact, communal or outside.

What is important in bad weather?

Heating, tightness, safe access and accessible alternatives should be clarified.

Can I bring a lot of luggage?

Access, parking, jetties, stairs or shuttle determine how well luggage can be transported.

Are pets allowed?

This depends on the object, its construction and the local rules and must be confirmed.

What additional costs are possible?

For example, cleaning, energy, sanitary use, parking, boat transfer or transport.

How do I check safety?

Ask for access, railings, rescue equipment, smoke detectors and emergency contact.

For whom does a special accommodation fit?

For travelers who consciously choose the experience and accept possible restrictions.