Title: Retreat with Forest Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Retreat with Forest Views Apartment with kitchen, steps from Thuringian Forest ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95413200/95413188/17a0a9f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95413200/95413188/8c1d090f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95413200/95413188/2c2ed276.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95413200/95413188/eaef76ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95413200/95413188/b06f4f2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Retreat with Forest Views provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Retreat with Forest Views This inviting holiday home in Zella-Mehlis offers a peaceful retreat on the edge of the Thuringian Forest, away from the crowds yet close to nature and culture. Recently renovated and thoughtfully furnished, the apartment welcomes couples, families, and friends with its cozy living space, bright interiors, and homely touches. After a day outdoors, gather in the living room or prepare shared meals in the fully equipped kitchen before unwinding in the spacious bathroom with a long soak in the tub. Zella-Mehlis sits at the gateway to the Rennsteig, Germany’s most famous high-altitude hiking trail, making it a wonderful starting point for scenic walks, mountain biking, and winter sports. The town is also celebrated as a hub for Nordic skiing. Beyond outdoor activities, you can visit the Explorata Science Center, explore local museums, or enjoy a film at the cinema. In summer, nearby outdoor pools, playgrounds, and sports facilities provide fun for all ages, while cozy taverns and traditional Thuringian restaurants invite you to try hearty regional flavors. Traveling with pets is especially rewarding here. From forest paths perfect for long walks to open meadows where dogs can run freely, your four-legged companion will feel right at home. Many hiking trails around Zella-Mehlis are dog-friendly, and nearby cafés often welcome pets at their terraces, making it easy to combine relaxation with quality time outdoors. Layout: On the 1st floor: (Living room(TV, seating area), Kitchen(dining table, electric kettle, toaster, cooker, coffee machine, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge), bedroom(double bed), bedroom(single bed, single bed), bathroom(bath tub, shower, washbasin, toilet)) washing machine(shared with other guests), parking These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.: Pets; Max. 1; free of charge Bed linen; Present Tourist tax; € 2 /person/night (Indication) Optional services that you can arrange on site: Bath towels; Present Wifi; Free ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Cycling nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 indicated that 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 DE-98528-08 ## 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%7C50.65387%2C10.67792&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iQgGS77hEcSyLJHa6s3XSgk1tVw=) Zella-Mehlis #### What's nearby - Thuringian Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Thuringian Sea Aquarium - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles - Rennsteiggarten Oberhof - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - Lotto Thuringia Arena am Rennsteig - 10 min drive - 7.5 miles - Bikepark Oberhof - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles #### Getting around - Zella-Mehlis Station - 12 min walk - Erfurt (ERF) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Café Otto - ‬8 min walk - ‪Schnitzel & Co - ‬5 min drive - ‪Bergbaude Albrechts / Bouda - ‬16 min drive - ‪Gasthaus Sterngrund - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Retreat with Forest Views pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Retreat with Forest Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Retreat with Forest Views? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Retreat with Forest Views located? > Situated in Zella-Mehlis, this apartment building is steps away from Thuringian Forest and Thuringian Forest Nature Park. Bowlingbahn, Toschi's Station and Thuringian Sea Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km). Zella-Mehlis Station is 12 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Retreat with Forest Views Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 9 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 12 May 2023 #### The apartment was beautifully renovated and offered all the comforts needed for ... The apartment was beautifully renovated and offered all the comforts needed for a relaxing getaway, The location near Rennsteig was perfect for our hiking adventures This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 24 Feb 2025 #### Eine fantastische Basis für die Erkundung des Thüringer Waldes! Die Gastgeber wa ... Eine fantastische Basis für die Erkundung des Thüringer Waldes! Die Gastgeber waren unglaublich einladend, und die Wohnung hatte alles, was wir brauchten, Wir liebten den Besuch des nahegelegenen Meeresaquariums und die Kinder hatten viel Spaß This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 26 Jan 2025 #### Mieliśmy świetny czas, spędzając tu, Miejsce było naprawdę przytulne, a lokaliza ... Mieliśmy świetny czas, spędzając tu, Miejsce było naprawdę przytulne, a lokalizacja idealna do wędrówek, Doceniłem dużą wannę po długim dniu na świeżym powietrzu, Jedyną wadą było to, że WiFi było czasami dość wolne This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 28 Dec 2024 #### Cet appartement était exactement ce que nous recherchions ! Calme, propre et bie ... Cet appartement était exactement ce que nous recherchions ! Calme, propre et bien meublé, on s'y est senti comme chez nous, L'emplacement nous a permis d'explorer facilement à la fois Zella-Mehlis et Suhl This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 24 Nov 2024 #### Spazio grande, pulito e con tutti i comfort, Non lontano dal Meeresaquarium, che ... Spazio grande, pulito e con tutti i comfort, Non lontano dal Meeresaquarium, che è fantastico per una giornata fuori, Il WiFi gratuito è un must-have anche, Sicuramente torneremo! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 21 Jun 2024 #### Jeg ble imponert over oppmerksomheten på detaljene i leiligheten, Alt var godt g ... Jeg ble imponert over oppmerksomheten på detaljene i leiligheten, Alt var godt gjennomtenkt, fra kjøkkenet til stuen, I tillegg var det et pluss å være nær utendørsbassenget for sommer moro This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 19 May 2024 #### Denna lägenhet var precis vad vi behövde för vår helgtripp, Utrymmet var välutru ... Denna lägenhet var precis vad vi behövde för vår helgtripp, Utrymmet var välutrustat, och värden var vänlig och hjälpsam, Det ligger nära några underbara vandringsleder, så vi tillbringade mycket tid utomhus, Lite knepigt att hitta först men överlag en fantastisk vistelse This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 19 May 2024 #### Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, dobre doświadczenie, Mieszkanie było funkcjonalne i wygodn ... Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, dobre doświadczenie, Mieszkanie było funkcjonalne i wygodnie zlokalizowane, Cieszyliśmy się naszymi wędrówkami i pobliskimi opcjami gastronomicznymi, takimi jak Café Bonjour, które były urocze na śniadanie This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 7 May 2024 #### ¡Gran ubicación para los entusiastas del aire libre! Nos encantó estar tan cerca ... ¡Gran ubicación para los entusiastas del aire libre! Nos encantó estar tan cerca del sendero de senderismo Rennsteig, El apartamento estaba bien equipado y cómodo, y fue agradable tener una cocina totalmente funcional para preparar comidas This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 15 Apr 2024 #### Die Wohnung hat uns gefallen! Super geräumig und sauber, Die Küche hatte alles, ... Die Wohnung hat uns gefallen! Super geräumig und sauber, Die Küche hatte alles, was wir zum Kochen unserer Mahlzeiten benötigten This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 18 Feb 2024 #### Posto super carino dove soggiornare, Sembra accogliente con una bella disposizio ... Posto super carino dove soggiornare, Sembra accogliente con una bella disposizione, I proprietari erano tranquilli e disponibili, Perfetto per un viaggio in famiglia o una fuga intima con gli amici, La natura circostante è solo un bonus This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 2 Feb 2024 #### Very quiet area, perfect for a relaxing getaway, The beds were comfy and the dec ... Very quiet area, perfect for a relaxing getaway, The beds were comfy and the decor was nice, We were able to park easily too, which was a plus, Would recommend it for families This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 24 Jan 2024 #### Vi havde et dejligt ophold! Lejligheden var ren og rummelig, perfekt til vores f ... Vi havde et dejligt ophold! Lejligheden var ren og rummelig, perfekt til vores familie, Børnene nød de nærliggende legepladser, og vi satte pris på de rolige omgivelser, Bestemt et sted, vi ville vende tilbage til This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 14 Oct 2023 #### Vi blev positivt överraskade över lägenhetens rymlighet! Den rymde vår grupp bek ... Vi blev positivt överraskade över lägenhetens rymlighet! Den rymde vår grupp bekvämt, och vi uppskattade det husdjursvänliga policyn, Perfekt för vår lilla familjesemester This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 4 Aug 2023 #### ¡Una encantadora escapada! La naturaleza circundante es impresionante, y el apar ... ¡Una encantadora escapada! La naturaleza circundante es impresionante, y el apartamento en sí está bien mantenido, Aprovechamos mucho la cocina y la lavadora comunitaria fue una característica muy útil This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 1 May 2023 #### Dit appartement is een hele vibe! Net gerenoveerd en super gezellig, De keuken h ... Dit appartement is een hele vibe! Net gerenoveerd en super gezellig, De keuken had alles voor een relaxte avond binnen, plus dat bad is een game-changer, Perfecte plek voor wandelingen op het Rennsteig-pad, Low-key hou ik hier van! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 20 Apr 2023 #### Przestronny i przytulny apartament z dobrze wyposażoną kuchnią, Cieszyliśmy się ... Przestronny i przytulny apartament z dobrze wyposażoną kuchnią, Cieszyliśmy się odkrywaniem pobliskich atrakcji, takich jak Meeresaquarium i szlaków turystycznych, co czyniło go idealnym miejscem dla miłośników natury This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 20 Mar 2023 #### Charmerende sted! Indretningen er smagfuld, og stuen var et fantastisk sted for ... Charmerende sted! Indretningen er smagfuld, og stuen var et fantastisk sted for os at slappe af efter vores eventyr, Den eneste ulempe var vejret, men den hyggelige atmosfære opvejede det This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 15 Jan 2023 #### Dit appartement in Zella-Mehlis was een geweldige ontsnapping! Het interieur is ... Dit appartement in Zella-Mehlis was een geweldige ontsnapping! Het interieur is prachtig gerenoveerd, met een gezellige sfeer, We hebben vooral genoten van de ruime badkamer met het grote bad na een dag wandelen op het Rennsteig-pad