The description on the booking site really understated the beauty of this holiday home. We were impressed by the tasteful interior and art, and also by the very friendly welcome by the sexton of the neighbouring church. Clearly a lot of effort has been put into renovating this house in a classic / antique style while making it very liveable at the same time. Then there's the spacious lawn out in front where you can relax in the shade of an actual church (ruin), and the village of Huttenrode which, while not as 'fancy' as closeby Blankenburg is still very charming. The town is also well-situated to explore the wider Harz area, close to e.g. the Bode gorge.