An overnight stay in one of the ranger cottages on the Singraven estate is an experience. The holiday homes have been fully restored, are comfortable, furnished with modern amenities, and accommodate five and six guests respectively.
The first cottage has two bedrooms: a master bedroom, a double room, and a landing with a sofa bed. The second cottage has a master bedroom and three bedrooms (two with a single bed and one with two single beds). Both cottages feature a spacious walk-in shower and two toilets (upstairs and downstairs). They are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge/freezer, combination microwave, induction cooktop with cookware, various kitchen utensils, cutlery, a Senseo coffee machine, kettle, toaster, and a comfortable living room. A TV, free Wi-Fi, and a private terrace are also standard.
Naturally, you can visit the estate's renowned restaurant during your stay. Lunch, dinner, and high tea are served there, or you can simply sit down for coffee and apple pie.
The area around Singraven offers countless opportunities for walking or cycling. For example, you can take a lovely stroll along the Dinkel River, enjoying the beautiful scenery and perhaps even spot a kingfisher along the way. You can also choose a cycling route along Twente's castles, passing various historic buildings. Either way, you're in the perfect place to enjoy all the beauty Twente has to offer. There's plenty to see and do on the estate itself. Singraven House, for example, is open to the public. A tour of the Louis XV and Louis XVI-style rooms and the exceptional art and antiques collection can be arranged on-site. The estate is an oasis of peace and natural beauty, complete with a park and estate shop. There's also an arboretum, a specialized botanical garden. The art town of Ootmarsum is nearby. Germany, with its beautiful cities like Münster and Osnabrück, is also nearby. Bad Bentheim, with its magnificent castle, is also highly recommended.
HistoryBesides Singraven House, the estate also includes the Singraven watermill on the Dinkel River, a coach house, and several tenant farms. Singraven was first mentioned in 1381, and the first Singraven House dates from 1415. The two forester's houses have been thoroughly restored and are designated as national monuments.