Close to sledding, ice skating, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Bergisches Land Nature Park is an easy 14-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers covered onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make the 20-minute drive to Marienstatt Abbey.

Relax by the communal pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 1937.5-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a deck or patio and a firepit. When you come inside, connect to the free WiFi or get cozy in front of the cable/satellite TV (video library available). There's also a DVD player and a stereo for your enjoyment.

A living room, a dining area, and a BBQ grill are featured at this 6-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.