Title: Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=22060751&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest Apartment in Saale-Rennsteig ## Photo gallery for Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest ![Property grounds - Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest (Blankenstein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22070000/22060800/22060751/ffe1df8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi - Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest (Blankenstein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22070000/22060800/22060751/9bbf1f12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest (Blankenstein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22070000/22060800/22060751/982326c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest (Blankenstein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22070000/22060800/22060751/02fd1776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest (Blankenstein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22070000/22060800/22060751/250cb40f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest The holiday apartment is located in a detached single-family house, was renovated in 2013, and is modernly furnished. The domicile is popular due to the view from the property of the mountains and the quiet and sunny hillside location. Available for shared use: lawn for sunbathing, sunshade, deck chair, barbecue possibility, terrace, garden furniture, Hollywood swing, and campfire site. PC with internet access and Wi-Fi. **Location** Blankenstein, 450 m above sea level. The holiday apartment is located on an 1800 sqm open garden plot with a lawn, flowers, shrubs, and trees. The landlord lives permanently in the house but uses a separate entrance. Charging station for electric cars available. 200 m to the Bavarian border at Blankenstein/Rennsteig with a view of the Franconian Forest. Blankenstein is known as the starting or ending point of the 168.3 km long Rennsteig, one of the most famous and significant European long-distance hiking trails. Access is directly from the main road (length 20 m). Parking space (for 1 car) on the property. Charging station for electric cars available. **Special** Air conditioning, central heating (wood/coal). Internet access (Wi-Fi), PC, iron and ironing board. Television reception via satellite. **Leisure** 2 bicycles. **Dogs** not allowed. **Distances** Shopping 700 m, restaurant 500 m, town centre 500 m. Thermal baths, indoor pool, sauna each 6 km in Bad Steben. Blankenstein: pharmacy 300 m, train station 500 m, doctor 600 m and bank 700 m. Nightclub, cinema each 20 km in Hof. Railway line 500 m. **In summer:** Swimming opportunity 3 km in Lichtenberg (beach with grass and pebbles). Horse riding in Bad Steben 6 km. Boat rental in Harra 3 km. Tennis, golf, diving each 20 km in Hof. Fishing in Saale 800 m. **Division** Holiday apartment, 1st floor, 2 rooms (including 1 bedroom), 80 sqm, a total of 4 beds (including 2 additional beds). **Room** The entrance to your holiday apartment is located on the top floor and leads directly into the hallway with a wardrobe, seating area, and doors to all rooms. The holiday apartment is on the top floor. **Living/bedroom** (25 sqm, connecting room) with 2 additional beds on couch/sofa, seating area, and TV. **Bedroom** (25 sqm) with 1 double bed. **Kitchen** **in the living kitchen** (15 sqm, connecting room) with dining area (4 seats), electric stove (ceramic hob, 4 plates), oven, extractor hood, dishwasher, refrigerator (freezer compartment), microwave, coffee machine, toaster, and electric kettle. **Bathroom** (12 sqm) with shower, 1 washbasin, toilet, hairdryer, and window. **Terms of lease and prices** **Included in the price** internet access, air conditioning, parking place, electricity, water, bed linen, hand towels, Wireless Internet access. Side costs - Costs on the spot:/ On request: electric bicycle 25 € per bicycle per day. Deposit: EUR 50,-/object. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Bicycles ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55240000/55234200/55234154/33ea3b5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vacation apartment 6 - 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Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=105142843&PinnedHotelID=105142843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Overlooking The Frankenwald Holiday apartment overlooking the Frankenwald Blankenstein THUSAL001 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.39780%2C11.69300&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=COGzLUsasb0OlzKMGfM82vKEleY=) Blankenstein, Thüringen #### What's nearby - Franconian Forest Nature Park \- 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Franconian Forest Hiking Turnstile \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Thuringian Highlands-Upper Saale Nature Park \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Franconian Mountain Trail \- 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Kurpark Bad Steben \- 9 min drive \- 4.3 miles #### Getting around - Blankenstein Station - 7 min walk #### Restaurants - ‪Brückenrasthaus Frankenwald - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Serways - ‬11 min drive - ‪Restaurant Harmonie - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ristorante La Posta - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest? ### What time is check-in at Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest? ### What time is check-out at Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest? ### Where is Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Holiday apartment with a view of the Franconian Forest Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kerstin G. 3 Oct 2024 #### Die Freundlichkeit der Vermieter Die Freundlichkeit der Vermieter ##### Kerstin G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorothee L. 30 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr schöne Ferienwohnung Wir sagen herzlichen Dank für eine tolle, gemütliche und sehr saubere Unterkunft, die über alles verfügt, was man im Urlaub braucht. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und wurden sehr freundlich empfangen. ##### Dorothee L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yannik K. 8 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ruhig und schön Die Wohnung ist schön eingerichtet und hat alles was man braucht. Vor allem der Garten ist wirklich wunderschön mit toller Aussicht! In dem Ort ist an sich nicht viel los aber man hat alle Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Die Natur in der Umgebung ist auch wert erkundet zu werden! ##### Yannik K. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas S. 30 Jul 2018 #### Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen. ... Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen. Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr geräumig und komplett ausgestattet. Besonders aufgefallen ist uns die gute Qualität der Betten. Uns hat es an nichts gefehlt. Auch die Lage der FeWo ist perfekt für Wanderungen ins Höllental oder nach Lichtenberg. Wir haben eine sehr angenehme Woche hier verbracht. ##### Thomas S. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Camplus Hotel Roma Centro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Camplus-Hotel-Roma-Centro.h69941148.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Lomond Luxury Lodges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Loch-Lomond-Luxury-Lodges.h27057558.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Malia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malia-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6340064-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [B&B Minehead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minehead-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d5641-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Dorint Hotel Esplanade Jena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jena-Hotels-Steigenberger-Esplanade-Jena.h526020.Hotel-Information) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Dover](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dover-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d4625--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Radisson Collection, Strand Hotel, Stockholm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockholm-Hotels-Radisson-Collection.h7196.Hotel-Information) > > [The Warwickshire Hotel and Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-The-Warwickshire-Hotel-And-Country-Club.h15767876.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Talgarth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Talgarth-Hotels.s50-0-d6360797.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Grange | sleeps 12 - All Ensuite, Swim Spa, Games Room, Dog Friendly - 5\* Gold Award](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-The-Grange-Sleeps-12-All-Ensuite.h39411258.Hotel-Information) > > [Casino Hotels in Nottingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Hotels-Casino-Hotel.0-0-d7577-tCasinoHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Auchterarder](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auchterarder-Hotels.d4317.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Chalets Lebanon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lebanon-Chalets.d98-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [21 House of Stories Città Studi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milan-Hotels-21WOL-Milano-Centro.h36276071.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Miami (MIA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/mia/manchester-to-miami) > > [Flights from LON-All Airports to San Pablo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lon/svq/london-to-seville) > > [Flights from Austin (AUS) to San Antonio (SAT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/aus/sat/austin-to-san-antonio) ### Cars > [Car hire in Halesowen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Halesowen.d6177805.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Hawkshead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hawkshead.d182541.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages ### General ---