A short distance from cross-country skiing, birdwatching, and more, this pet-friendly vacation home lets you experience it all. There's convenient onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 1-minute walk to Rothaar Mountains Nature Park or the 10-minute walk to Grafschaft Abbey.

Relax in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio of this 1560.8-sq-ft vacation home, which also offers a BBQ grill. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and cable/satellite TV.

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental features a living room and a fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, cookware, and a toaster. And you can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer.