Having breakfast with the view of dune rabbits scurrying around. Reading a book with the sound of birds in the background. In a nature cottage you can enjoy Texel's nature and completely unwind. We have collected the special nature cottages for you on this page.

In or on the edge of the woods

In the western part of the island, between De Koog and Den Burg, you will find the De Dennen forest area. Here you will find many of Texel's nature cottages. These houses are all within cycling distance of the beach.

With its own natural pond

Such a lovely garden! This forest bungalow is equipped for twelve people, so there is plenty of space. The garden has a natural pond with a terrace. Just a stone's throw away is the De Dennen forest.

Next to the wild cows

Yes really: there are wild cows on Texel and you can see them from this holiday home! This modern holiday home is suitable for eight people and is situated in a clearing in the De Dennen forest. The holiday home has an enclosed garden and a spring grid, so the cows stay at an appropriate distance.

Back to basics with luxury

If you want to enjoy nature while staying in comfort, the lodges at Camping Woud are located in the middle of the forest. So you can combine the camping atmosphere with enjoying nature. Via the forest paths on the campsite you can walk straight into the De Dennen forest.

Enjoy the view as far as Den Hoorn

This four-person holiday home is located right on the edge of the De Dennen forest. The garden faces south and from your 'own' lawn you can look for kilometres as far as the village of Den Hoorn.

Sustainable holiday home with large woodland garden

This luxurious holiday home is fitted with all modern conveniences. The garden is over 1000 m2 and has a playing field with sandpit, play equipment and a wildflower and dune garden. You can use the Weltevree outdoor stove with BBQ and pizza oven. And also nice: the energy supply is 100% sustainable thanks to geothermal heat and solar panels. More info and booking >

Stylishly decorated forest cottage

This stylishly furnished two-person house is located in a residential area, enclosed by a tree line. Just cross the road and you are directly in the Kogerbos. The centre of De Koog and the beach are within walking distance.

Family house in the woods

Tucked away in the woods nearDe Koog and with its own playground: ideal for a family holiday. This bungalow consists of two holiday homes De Tulp and De Iris, which you can rent separately or with two families.

Luxury, light and relaxing views

Although the front garden of this villa is 'landscaped nature', it gives a peaceful feeling. The house is luxuriously furnished and receives plenty of natural light. From the house you look out over the farmlands and within a three-minute walk you are in the De Dennen forest.

Tiny houses

Do you want to get away from it all and not have too much luxury? These tiny houses have all the basic necessities and allow you to enjoy the surroundings.

Back to basics in the dunes

Do you want to immerse yourself in nature? In this yurt in the middle of the dunes near Den Hoorn, you certainly will! The yurt is furnished with basic necessities and on the same site you will find a sanitary building. This garden has a hammock, picnic table and seating.

Close to the sea

Between dunes and flower fields

This holiday home stands on the edge of the high dunes near Den Hoorn and overlooks the farmlands. In spring, you can look out over fields of flowers from this house.

Close to the wadden beach

This four-person holiday home is located between Oudeschild and Oosterend. From the garden, you have a view of the Wadden dike and within a few minutes you can walk to the beach.

Sleeping in an old sheep pen

This sheep pen is located next to the Waalenburgerdijkje. The interior is basic and you don't have wifi here. In spring and summer, sheep walk by with their lambs. The farmyard is right on the cycle path between Den Burg and De Koog.

Haven't found the nature cottage of your dreams yet? Then feel free to contact us, we know the island and can certainly help you find a suitable holiday address.

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